Russell Westbrook is one of the most athletic (and competitive) point guards in NBA history. Even at 36, he is still one of the most exciting players to watch. On Tuesday night, Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley (via the NBA on TNT) spoke highly of the Denver Nuggets star.

Russell Westbrook turned back the clock a bit on Tuesday night against the Celtics, leading the shorthanded Nuggets with 26 points and nine rebounds in their 118-106 defeat. Jayson Tatum got the better of the Nuggets guard with a game-high 29 points in the victory, helping the Celtics earn a 3-1 road trip in Denver.

On Tuesday night, the Denver Nuggets hosted the Boston Celtics in Colorado. Playing without Nikola Jokic, they lost by a score of 118-106. Russell Westbrook f

Michael Malone praises Russell Westbrook after his historic performance in Denver Nuggets' victory over the Utah Jazz on Monday night.

The Denver Nuggets have surged up to 4th place in the West, and it could be thanks in large part to Russell Westbrook becoming a starter.

During the game, Russell Westbrook made an excellent pass that got a lot of views on social media. Via The NBA: "Russ drops off a pretty no-look 😏 Peyton Watson is the recipient for 2 on TNT!" The 2017 MVP had ten points,

Russell Westbrook made NBA history with a standout performance in the Denver Nuggets' win over the Utah Jazz on Monday.

In the starting lineup again, Russell Westbrook finished with nine points, 10 rebounds, six assists, and three steals. Making some big plays on both ends down the stretch, Westbrook also made NBA history in this game.