Russell Westbrook retires

Post #1 » by **MoneyTalks41890** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 6:53 pm

End of an incredible career.

And of course, in Russ fashion, the announcement is a little different.

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jayu70 · Post #2 » by **jayu70** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 7:00 pm

I actually enjoyed that retirement announcement!

daoneandonly · Post #3 » by **daoneandonly** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 7:28 pm

I think he exceeded all expectations anyone could have imagined for him. A very solid career.

parsnips33 · Post #4 » by **parsnips33** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 7:31 pm

One of the defining figures of the 2010s NBA

Post #5 » by **Texas Chuck** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 7:34 pm

Always enjoyed him. Enjoy retirement, sir.

Jojothewhale · Post #6 » by **Jojothewhale** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 7:44 pm

The peak was great, but the late career chaos goblin (complimentary) period was the most fun for me personally as a neutral fan. Outliers that can succeed in unexpected situations are entertaining.

DonaldSanders · Post #7 » by **DonaldSanders** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 7:47 pm

Much respect to his fantastic NBA career. Thank you Russ for all the fun!

SlimShady83 · Post #8 » by **SlimShady83** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 8:01 pm

Farewell Russ, loved you b4 he was a Lakers, loved him while on the Lakers and after

Farewell

mcfly1204 · Post #9 » by **mcfly1204** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 9:06 pm

Will a contender come knocking if they need a backup PG for a playoff push?

parsnips33 · Post #10 » by **parsnips33** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 9:14 pm

Jojothewhale wrote:The peak was great, but the late career chaos goblin (complimentary) period was the most fun for me personally as a neutral fan. Outliers that can succeed in unexpected situations are entertaining.

Agreed. The wheels fell off, but the motor just kept on running

SkyHook · Post #11 » by **SkyHook** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 11:01 pm

Disappointed that the Jazz didn't keep him at least one of the few times they acquired him in these last few years. One hell of a competitor. Hoping that he's happy in retirement.

jayu70 · Post #12 » by **jayu70** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 11:07 pm

Thunder Love!

Thunder Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti: "Russell Westbrook is the ultimate competitor. His internal belief and unbridled fearlessness helped establish the foundation of our organization from day one in 2008 and he elevated the confidence and inspired our community in every year thereafter. Russell will be as successful in his life after basketball as he was during his career because his qualities and gifts transfer. His impact on our community is still felt today, and he is beloved for his devotion as much as his talent. He built a Hall of Fame career not by making statements or simply by breaking records, he did it by showing us all the power of asking one simple question: Why Not?”

NBA.com

Devilanche · Post #13 » by **Devilanche** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 11:24 pm

Good luck with his next chapter.
Always enjoyed that he tried his all no matter the results.

**** it , we got one open roster spot. Let’s signed him for the first home game and then he can move to his next part of his life.

Post #14 » by **penbeast0** » Wed Aug 12, 2026 11:53 pm

Sad that my first reaction was relief that the Wizards can't sign him now.

Massively fun player to watch with a great motor even in his later years. Loved watching him in his prime, in his late career (including an impressive year with the Wiz) and wish him the best.

basketballwacko2 · Post #15 » by **basketballwacko2** » Thu Aug 13, 2026 1:04 am

MoneyTalks41890 wrote:End of an incredible career.

And of course, in Russ fashion, the announcement is a little different.

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Seems to me that he could have helped some team as backup pg. He averaged 15 points, 5.4 rebounds and 6.7 assists shot 33.8% from 3pt range. Not bad numbers for a minimum contract guy.

nykballa2k4 · Post #16 » by **nykballa2k4** » Thu Aug 13, 2026 1:54 am

mcfly1204 wrote:Will a contender come knocking if they need a backup PG for a playoff push?

This is my hope.

Post #17 » by **MoneyTalks41890** » Thu Aug 13, 2026 3:19 pm

Adding in some highlights I’ve seen since posting.

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gswhoops · Post #18 » by **gswhoops** » Thu Aug 13, 2026 4:57 pm

Truly one of one. Next stop Springfield

jayjaysee · Post #19 » by **jayjaysee** » Thu Aug 13, 2026 5:04 pm

Would’ve loved to see him another year where he accepted a 20-25mpg role. Feels like there’s multiple teams that would’ve loved him off the bench.

Understand he’s done enough though.

Devilanche · Post #20 » by **Devilanche** » Fri Aug 14, 2026 10:35 am

Devilanche wrote:Good luck with his next chapter.
Always enjoyed that he tried his all no matter the results.

**** it , we got one open roster spot. Let’s signed him for the first home game and then he can move to his next part of his life.

All is right in this world.

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