NBA Trades: 3 Reasons why Russell Westbrook will be a good fit for Houston Rockets

#3 His dynamic athleticism will sit well with the Harden-led side

Adding an eight-time All-Star to the roster seldom hurts.

Westbrook's combustible first step and thunderous slams will provide some much-awaited flair to the high volume three-point shooting team. His court vision, ability to penetrate through defensive lanes and finish strongly at the rim can never go unnoticed even in a game where his shots are not falling.

Unlike a majority of Harden's teammates - who rely on standstill three-pointers while he collapses the defense on himself - the Rockets will always have an experienced hand in Westbrook running the court when Harden's at the bench during this upcoming season.

Russell's quick first step will alleviate a mammoth load off Harden's shoulders to generate isolation offense on a nightly basis as well. The superstar pairing packs the potential to be the difference-maker for the ailing Rockets franchise who have long been cursed by repeated no-shows in the playoffs - mainly falling to the Warriors.