Russell Westbrook is truly performing well with the Nuggets now, it seems that only Jokic can bring out the best in Westbrook. The MVP-winning Westbrook from his days as the leader of the Thunder seems to have returned.
The peak of Westbrook's career was during his time with the Thunder, but despite being paired with George and Anthony, they couldn't get past the first round. After moving to the Rockets to team up with Harden, they were swept by the Lakers in the second round. Even when he went to the Wizards to play with Beal, they still exited in the first round of the playoffs. Later, after a stint with the Lakers alongside LeBron, Westbrook's lack of shooting ability left the Lakers struggling for space on the court. It wasn't until he returned to the Clippers that he started to regain his form.
After playing alongside so many stars, it turns out that Jokic is the one who fits best with Westbrook. Both players share a common trait: triple-doubles. Currently, Westbrook is only taking open three-point shots and driving to the basket, avoiding mid-range shots. This simplification of his game has made him more efficient.
Moreover, Jokic is an excellent passer and his organizational skills allow Westbrook to operate in comfortable positions. It's believed that this season, under Westbrook's resurgence, the Nuggets will achieve satisfying results.