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Veteran guard Russell Westbrook is headed to the Sacramento Kings, who once epically trolled him amidst a cold shooting streak back in 2022. During a game on the road as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers at the time, Westbrook heard “Cold As Ice” after every missed shot. The Foreigner song was also used […]

Veteran guard Russell Westbrook agreed to a one-year deal with the Sacramento Kings less than a week before the regular season, ending speculation surrounding his potential reunion with the Oklahoma City Thunder. While there were no reports supporting his possible return, NBA analysts opposed Westbrook’s return to the Thunder. Here are a few reasons why. […]

Northern California was thrown for a loop at Russell Westbrook signing a deal to play for the Sacramento Kings. Plus, the timing couldn’t be better with the NBA regular season starting next week. At the same time, Westbrook has now played for enough teams that he could make Judy Garland proud. In other words, he […]

On Wednesday, it was reported by ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania that the Sacramento Kings had reached a deal with point guard Russell Westbrook with just a week remaining until the NBA season kicks off. Many fans were wondering if Westbrook, one of the most iconic players of his generation, would be picked up by […]

The Sacramento Kings have filled out their roster, signing veteran Russell Westbrook to the team for the season. There had been a lot of uncertainty around Westbrook and if a team would sign him this season after he opted out of his contract with the Denver Nuggets after last season. The Kings were the one […]

The Sacramento Kings and nine-time NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook have officially agreed to a one-year, minimum contract for the 2025-26 season, league sources told ClutchPoints on Wednesday. Westbrook, 36, had originally opted out of his contract with the Denver Nuggets due to concerns about playing time in order to pursue other opportunities around the league. […]

As opening night for the 2025-26 NBA season quickly approaches, Russell Westbrook is still without a team. Westbrook, who spent last season with the Denver Nuggets, will turn 37 years old next month, and, combined with his on-ball style that has sometimes grated teammates and fans, it appears as if the former league MVP may […]

While some have suggested the Oklahoma City Thunder reunite with Russell Westbrook, the veteran guard who remains a free agent amid preseason, Hall of Fame forward Carmelo Anthony strongly disagrees. Last season, Westbrook, 36, proved he can still contribute to a championship-contending team such as the Denver Nuggets. Still, do the 2025-26 title-favorite defending champion […]

Former NBA guard Isaiah Thomas named Russell Westbrook, not Stephen Curry or Kyrie Irving, as the toughest player he ever had to guard during his career. Speaking in a recent interview, Thomas explained that Westbrook’s physical dominance and all-around explosiveness during his prime years with the Oklahoma City Thunder made him uniquely difficult to defend […]

Russell Westbrook may finally find his next NBA home with the Sacramento Kings. ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported on Friday that there is “strong mutual interest” between the nine-time NBA All-Star and the Kings. Charania noted Sacramento’s need for a backup point guard, stating that they were 29th out of 30 teams in bench […]

After ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins’ public warning to Russell Westbrook of falling out of the league ruined their friendship, another former NBA player — Danny Green — is telling Westbrook what he shouldn’t have done in regards to the Denver Nuggets. From what Green has heard, it was in Russell’s best interest to stay with the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James is entering what will be his 23rd year in the NBA, and 8th with the franchise. While he is generally seen as a superstar who elevates his teammates, former Boston Celtics man Enes Freedom Kanter recently spoke at length about the impact James has had over one specific former […]

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant addressed rumors about a possible reunion with former teammate Russell Westbrook ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, which tips off in two weeks. Appearing on Up & Adams with host Kay Adams, Durant was asked about speculation linking the unsigned veteran guard to Houston. “I have no clue. I haven’t […]

Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins said his relationship with Russell Westbrook fractured after he publicly warned that the veteran guard risked playing himself out of the league. On the latest episode of the Road Trippin’ podcast, Perkins recalled how comments he made several years ago strained his friendship with Westbrook, who remains unsigned as NBA […]

For the first time since 2007, Russell Westbrook is not on an NBA roster heading into the preseason. The 2016-17 NBA MVP declined his player option with the Denver Nuggets earlier this offseason, entering unrestricted free agency. Now, with less than three weeks before the 2025-26 season tips off, Westbrook is still unsigned. ESPN’s Kendrick […]

The New York Jets nearly pulled off a spectacular comeback win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 3. After trailing 23-6 in the fourth quarter, New York took the lead on a highlight-reel play by Will McDonald IV. The Jets’ third-year defensive end leapt over the Bucs’ offensive line, blocked a field goal attempt, […]

The Denver Nuggets will look a bit different this season after making a flurry of moves over the summer to help improve their team. One of the moves was trading Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson. They also decided not to bring Russell Westbrook back, as he’s still looking to see […]

Patrick Beverley stirred up debate once again, this time choosing Derrick Rose and Kyrie Irving over Russell Westbrook in a point guard showdown. On the latest episode of the Pat Bev Podcast, the veteran guard played a round of “one has to go” with a lineup featuring Rose, Irving, Allen Iverson, and Westbrook, per SI. […]

Check out the previous entries in ClutchPoints’ 100 greatest NBA players of all time series based on Josh Eberley’s E-Rank: 100-91 | 90-81 | 80-71 | 70-61 | 60-51 | 50-41 In a grouping chock full of legendary point guards and MVP winners, the standout name is likely a center. We are all the way […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder is the most recently relocated NBA franchise, moving from Seattle in 2008. (The Brooklyn Nets moved from New Jersey in 2012, but they only moved 14 miles.) The Seattle Supersonics’ legacy dates back to the 1960s, and the franchise claims two NBA titles. The Thunder had fallen short of that goal […]

Former NBA guard Jeff Teague said he would take Russell Westbrook over Kawhi Leonard when evaluating individual careers, sparking debate over two of the most decorated players of the 21st century. On a recent episode of the Club 520 Podcast, Teague reacted to CBS Sports’ list of the top 25 NBA players of the century. […]

One of the bigger storylines still remaining this NBA offseason regards the future of future Hall of Fame point guard Russell Westbrook. Westbrook has yet to sign with a team after spending last season with the Denver Nuggets, which turned out to be a mixed bag of a tenure for the former MVP. Recently, Westbrook […]

10 years after getting married, NBA free agent guard Russell Westbrook has renewed his vows with his wife, Nina Westbrook, in Italy. TMZ shared photos of the Westbrooks in Italy. A decade after getting married at the Beverly Hills Hotel in August 2015, they were on vacation overseas. They were seen getting emotional while renewing […]

Regardless of how one might think that the Sacramento Kings’ roster-building ethos in recent memory is ill-advised, nothing is stopping the Kings brass from wanting to build a team that would at least make the playoffs despite being in the stacked Western Conference. Their moves this offseason show as much; they signed Dennis Schroder to […]

It is not a common occurrence for a player of Russell Westbrook’s calibre to be available as a free agent in the NBA. The 2017 NBA MVP is a nine-time All-Star and last played for the Denver Nuggets, putting up decent numbers despite starting just 36 times. What is even more surprising is the fact […]

The Denver Nuggets have been playing the long game for years, and for the most part, it’s paying off this offseason. Even though they fell in the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, Denver took the eventual champion Oklahoma City Thunder to a grueling seven-game battle. That exit wasn’t a failure; it was a […]

No matter how you view his career, there is no denying that Russell Westbrook was one of the most impactful and influential players of his prime era. Although he may not have won a championship, Westbrook helped redefine the point guard position, and the 2016-17 NBA MVP will forever go down as the triple-double king. […]

As the NBA offseason drifts along, nostalgia is sweeping the league. Damian Lillard is back in Portland. Chris Paul returns to L.A. After all these reunions, Oklahoma City Thunder fans are left wondering. Why not reunite the Thunder with Russell Westbrook? The franchise’s all-time leader in points, assists, and memories, Westbrook remains a free agent. […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have never been afraid to take big swings. From the moment they paired Giannis Antetokounmpo with Damian Lillard, this franchise signaled it was willing to do whatever it takes to keep its title window cracked open. After an uneven season and a shocking playoff collapse, though, the 2025 offseason has forced the […]

While most players are already back on the grind for the upcoming season, veteran guard Russell Westbrook has yet to find a new home after choosing free agency, although he has been linked to the Sacramento Kings. After one season with the Denver Nuggets, Westbrook declined his $3.4 million player option last month to test […]

Every NBA star who wins a title earns plenty of praise. However, doing it with the teams that drafted them in the first place puts them in a class of their own. But in an era where loyalty isn’t a premium aspect compared to rings, it’s only natural for stars to look for greener pastures. […]

The Sacramento Kings are looking to stay competitive next season, and they’ve made a few moves this offseason to make sure they have a chance in the competitive Western Conference. One player who has been on their radar for some time is Russell Westbrook, and it seems like he has mutual interest. With the Kings […]

After the Sacramento Kings landed veteran point guard Dennis Schroder in a sign-and-trade deal, do they still have eyes for free agent guard Russell Westbrook? In light of Kings new GM Scott Perry’s ‘affinity’ for Westbrook, many assume Sacramento will eventually sign Russ to a veteran’s minimum within the near future as NBA free agency […]

The NBA offseason is upon us. Although basketball action has been paused, NBA fans can still look forward to some roster changes that can potentially alter the league’s landscape. While every offseason has its own story, there’s no question that some summers have changed the course of history. Here are the 10 most chaotic offseasons […]

NBA star Russell Westbrook lit up the ESPYs stage this week with a heartfelt tribute to NBA legend Oscar Robertson. While presenting Robertson with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award, Westbrook delivered a line that drew laughs and knowing nods from basketball fans everywhere. “I may be bias[ed], but I don’t think there’s anything cooler in […]

The Sacramento Kings haven’t made many moves in free agency, but the one thing they did was sign Dennis Schroder. There’s a good chance that he’ll be the starting guard for the team, and they have depth behind him to help when he goes to the bench. It wouldn’t be bad to add more depth, […]

Russell Westbrook is one of the hottest names in free agency right now, as he’s been linked to several teams around the league. However, the latest buzz in the rumor mill is that the Milwaukee Bucks have emerged as a potential landing spot for Westbrook. The New York Knicks and Sacramento Kings were the original […]

The first wave of NBA free agency has come and gone. While the majority of big-money moves have already been made, there are still a lot of talented players left on the open market. In fact, rarely is so much talent available this deep into free agency. That is because the Brooklyn Nets came into […]

Although the NBA takes a break during the offseason, blockbuster trades are something to look out for. Offseason trades have the potential to alter the championship landscape. And while some deals have resulted in titles, others have ended up disappointing. Here are the 10 biggest blockbuster offseason trades that never led to an NBA title […]