Russell Westbrook has been making headlines lately, with news sources reporting on his NBA career and off-court incidents. While rumors have been circulating that the Miami Heat are prioritizing big men over Westbrook and Patrick Beverley (Bleacher Report), it seems that Westbrook has been thriving as a member of the Los Angeles Clippers after a tough time with the Lakers (Lakers Daily).
However, Westbrook’s recent heated exchange with a fan during a game against the Phoenix Suns has also been making waves. The incident has led to changes in player access at the Suns’ arena, as Westbrook will now use a different route to the visiting locker room (Daily Express). The NBA is also reportedly looking into the exchange (The Athletic), and a video of Westbrook dropping an expletive during the exchange has been circulating (USA Today).
Despite the off-court controversy, Westbrook has been making strides on the court. He and former teammate Kevin Durant had a special relationship while playing together for the Oklahoma City Thunder, and were seen embracing after the Suns vs. Clippers game (Sports Illustrated). Westbrook also played a crucial role in the Clippers’ win against the Suns, and has been quoted as saying “My job is now to lay this sh*t on the line and make something happen” (Basketball Network).
Overall, it seems that Westbrook remains a highly talked-about figure in the world of basketball, both for his skills on the court and his behavior off of it. However, only time will tell what the future holds for this NBA star.
