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It’s that time of the year again when Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports Awards is taped and one of the NBA’s most popular athletes arrives on the scene. While they are loved and adored, the most exciting part of the show comes when celebrities are slimed in front of the kids, a rousing tradition over the years […]

With Russell Westbrook now on the clock regarding whether he’ll sign the super max extension offer from the Oklahoma City Thunder, a lot of speculation has already started on where he’ll ultimately end up after next season. However, the team remains positive that they’ll be able to retain his services. According to Royce Young of […]

One of the stories of the off-season was definitely Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George. George spent his whole career with the Indiana Pacers, as a four-time All-Star, three-time All-NBA and three-time All-Defensive honors. However, it was time to move on. George apparently urged the Pacers to trade him and with him hitting free agency next summer, […]

Paul George‘s arrival in Oklahoma City was that of a king, as Thunder faithful lined up outside of his landing spot, warmly welcoming him with chants prior to his eventual introductory presser with the team. But just like his reception, he expects to take the throne as the best-dressed in the team, challenging league MVP […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook has won the ESPY award for Best Male Athlete. The one-man show secured an NBA record with 42 triple-doubles this season, beating the previous record by one outing. The #ESPYS for the Best Male Athlete goes to @russwest44! 42 triple-doubles are a record for most during an @NBA season. […]

The ESPYs were in full display on Wednesday night and even in the opening minutes of the sports festivities, it was evident that choosing Peyton Manning to host the event was the absolute right choice to make. The former All-Pro quarterback took a sly dig at Kevin Durant, getting the entire crowd to laugh and […]

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced on Wednesday afternoon that the league has decided to move up the start of the 2017-18 season to Oct. 17. Last season, opening night was on Tuesday, October 25th, but this season’s opening night comes eight days earlier. According to Fred Katz of the Norman Transcript, this has also pushed […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have made it quite clear that Russell Westbrook‘s long-term future is the organization’s No.1 priority this offseason as he holds the potential to become an unrestricted free agent next summer. This has led general manager Sam Presti to offer Westbrook a super max contract extension that would top the four-year,$228 million […]

Most Valuable Player award runner-up James Harden was not only rewarded for the best season in his career with the services of an All-Star point guard in Chris Paul, but the organization also made his pockets heavier with a four-year, $170 million extension that would see him earn a total of $228 million during the […]

It has been heavily rumored that Paul George has is mind set on joining his hometown Lakers when he becomes a free agent after this season. George informed the Pacers he was set to leave after the 2017-18 season, and even told friends of his plans to go home. However, these plans may not be as […]

Paul George‘s abrupt departure from the Indiana Pacers was a distinct move not only for new president Kevin Pritchard, but for the entire organization, with the likes of Jeff Teague and C.J. Miles consequently leaving for greener pastures after their star player was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 6-foot-9 wing is happy to […]

Rolling by Tulsa, Oklahoma in the third week of the BIG3 league, headlining legend Allen Iverson was drawn to memories of his favorite player, Russell Westbrook, upon a stop at the BOK Center. “Incredible,” Iverson said of Westbrook’s MVP season, according to Erik Horne of The Oklahoman. “He’s my favorite player in the league. I have a lot […]

Russell Westbrook, the NBA’s reigning Most Valuable Player, truly deserves that accolade after becoming the first player since Oscar Robertson in 1962 to average a triple-double throughout the regular season. Westbrook was named the league MVP this past week, and homages for his spectacular campaign didn’t stop there. Mountain Dew — one of Westbrook’s corporate sponsors — in collaboration with […]

Oklahoma City Thunder center Enes Kanter has been keeping a careful eye on the ongoing free agency frenzy. Merely hours into the moratorium, Paul George became his new teammate in a surprising trade that had no leaks prior to the announcement Friday evening. Saturday afternoon Kanter decided to drop his own free agency news bomb […]

Following an unexpected trade to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Paul George posted an Instagram picture of him in an Indiana Pacers uniform, thanking the fans for his seven seasons after being drafted by the team in 2010. “I can go on and on with pics and comments but INDIANA.. THANK YOU for all that you’ve been […]

Russell Westbrook may have won the league MVP trophy this year but that still isn’t enough to satisfy the city itself. The people of Oklahoma City haven’t forgotten about the other star, Kevin Durant, who left the team to sign with the Golden State Warriors. During the final matchup between the two teams from the past […]

There couldn’t be better news for the reigning MVP Russell Westbrook upon finding out that swingman Paul George of the Indiana Pacers is on his way to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Merely a couple of hours after the news, the triple-double machine was seen celebrating with some of his best friends on Snapchat: Wonder why Russ […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook not only had his best season as a pro this year, but also one for the ages, as he became the first player in 55 years to average a triple-double throughout the regular season. That said, it was expected that he was nominated for the MVP Award and […]

Once reports surfaced that Blake Griffin and Chris Paul would both test free agency via their player options, it seemed as though the Clippers would have to choose between their two favorite sons. Los Angeles couldn’t possibly make two successful pitches for two of the marquee free agents on the market. Not to mention, the […]

After seeing their own player named the MVP during Monday night’s NBA Awards Show, the people of Oklahoma City couldn’t be any more proud of Russell Westbrook. Despite Kevin Durant spurning them last year, The Brodie was there take on the cudgels by leading them to another playoff appearance, and having a season for the […]

After losing Kevin Durant in free agency last offseason while getting nothing in return, reports surfaced late last week that the Oklahoma City Thunder may look to trade Russell Westbrook should he decline to sign the extension they’re planning to offer him this summer. According to Royce Young of ESPN, it now doesn’t seem like they’ll […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook earned his first NBA MVP award on Monday night, which, for the most part, did not include any subtle mentions of his former teammate, Kevin Durant. Aside from Enes Kanter‘s jab via Twitter that Westbrook was “the real MVP,” it was a smooth night full on congratulations for […]

The regular-season MVP award debate for the 2016-17 season was finally settled on Monday night with Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook earning the honor. It put a cap on a historic campaign for Westbrook joining Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson as the only players in league history to average a triple-double for an […]

Having wrapped up his ninth season in an Oklahoma City Thunder jersey and earning the Most Valuable Player award last night at the NBA Awards Show, Russell Westbrook heard from arguably the best to lace them up shortly after receiving his award. Michael Jordan has a message for Russell Westbrook (via @Jumpman23) pic.twitter.com/m0kLQlOhAV — Bleacher […]

Upon receiving his Most Valuable Player award on Monday night, Russell Westbrook was immediately showered with congratulations from many stars — one of them, Taylor Swift. The country/pop singer sang some praise to the Oklahoma City Thunder guard, despite failing miserably at making it a comical congratulatory bit during the first half of it. .@taylorswift13 […]

After being awarded on Monday night as the MVP of this past season, Russell Westbrook was in a very joyous mood and was ready to celebrate it. However, he was quickly reminded by reporters about the big decision he has to make about his future with his team, the Oklahoma City Thunder. Needing to make […]

Following weeks of building expectation, the NBA on Monday night announced that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook had earned the MVP award for the 2016-17 season. This led to a heartfelt speech by Westbrook without any controversy or mention of his former teammate Kevin Durant as he thanked all the people that have helped him […]

The fans have spoken and chosen their favorite players from a shortlist of candidates in a group categories during tonight’s NBA Awards Show. Golden State Warriors teammates Draymond Green and Stephen Curry took home the award for Assist of the Year, after a full-court heave by Green, igniting a blazing fast break, with Curry catching the ball […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook has been named the Most Valuable Player of the 2016-17 season, edging out fellow candidates James Harden of the Houston Rockets and Kawhi Leonard of the San Antonio Spurs in one of the most competitive races in recent memory. Westbrook averaged 31.6 points, 10.7 rebounds, 10.4 assists, and […]

The NBA stars have arrived for the first annual NBA Awards Show with the likes of Draymond Green, James Harden, and Russell Westbrook, amongst others, arriving in style ahead of the offseason festivities. Green and Harden opted for the emerald green look — the latter from top-to-bottom and the former honoring his surname with a […]

The NBA is set to announce the winners for many of their major individual honors for the 2016-17 season on Monday night, which will be headlined by the Most Valuable Player award. It has come down to three finalists in Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook, Houston Rockets point guard James Harden, and San […]

Despite a historic season and his first potential Most Valuable Player award in tonight’s NBA Player Awards show, Russell Westbrook can find himself in a sticky situation with the Oklahoma City Thunder quite soon if the offseason doesn’t go according to the team’s plans. Westbrook will be offered a contract extension the minute free agency […]

Now that the offseason is in full swing, many players have begun spending a lot of time with their families, taking vacations, and pursuing some of their passion outside of the basketball court. For Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, Jimmy Butler, James Harden, Russell Westbrook and Serge Ibaka, it’s their love for dressing up, which made […]

Following Kevin Durant‘s decision a year ago to leave the Oklahoma City Thunder for the Golden State Warriors in free agency, it has made Russell Westbrook‘s future with the franchise a prominent question. Although Westbrook has continued to voice his commitment to the Thunder, there have been some chatter that he could follow suit to his […]

The trollery during the Golden State Warriors championship parade wasn’t over with Draymond Green‘s ‘Quickie’ shirt, but only starting, as a fan in the crowd pulled out a sign that read “Russell Westbrook died for this — #1 Dubs 2017 Champs.” #WarriorsChampionshipParade @SFWarriorNation @warriors @957thegame @CSNBayArea @DamonBruce @dandibley @ElvisFreshly510 @NuFlavaent @JLHB510 pic.twitter.com/G50eF63ylr — Funny Friendzone […]

With the Oklahoma City Thunder suffering an early exit from the playoffs, it has allowed Russell Westbrook to spend more time with his family, especially his newborn son. The first-time father has posted before on his Instagram account a photo of his hand holding his child’s, but nobody has seen what he looks like yet. […]

In the NBA, it has become a common practice for other players around the league who don’t play in the NBA Finals to skip out on watching it entirely. Much of that stems from their own competitive nature of not wanting to see another team win the championship.  In light of that, Russell Westbrook let […]

Now with the Oklahoma City Thunder’s season over, Russell Westbrook has more time to relax and enjoy his extended vacation. The MVP finalist recently took to his Snapchat account where he shared a video of him acting like a normal fan while watching a concert. He was even singing along during Grammy Award winning singer […]

If you’ve ever caught what Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook’s sense of fashion is like, then you know he sports an assembly of outfits that most could not step outside with in confidence. Westbrook’s sometimes bizarre fashion sense has been eye-catching enough over the years to present the opportunity for him to be featured in […]