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Russell Westbrook and Chris Paul are taking full advantage of their first offseason as retirees. The two future Hall of Famers were spotted vacationing together in Italy this week.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 1

Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul together in epic photo of retired PGs

The NBA saw two of the greatest point guards of all-time head off into retirement this past year, first with Chris Paul and then Russell Westbrook. Both

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 31

J.R Smith Calls Out Lakers Players And Fans For Turning Their Backs On Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook’s difficult time with the Los Angeles Lakers went way beyond basketball, as J.R. Smith argued that the former MVP was hurt by the people who turned against him.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 27

Kevin Durant Emotionally Opens Up About Russell Westbrook’s Retirement

Russell Westbrook officially announced his retirement after 18 seasons in the NBA on Aug. 12, and it hit his former teammate Kevin Durant hard. Durant sat down with Speedy Mormon on the latest episode of Boardroom Talks, and Westbrook’s retirement was brought up on the show.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Former NBA star Russell Westbrook’s NBA 2K27 rating after retirement will grab attention

Russell Westbrook may have played his final NBA game, but he still has a place in the league’s most popular video game, and his new number is turning heads.

Sacramento Kings News / EssentiallySports / August 21

NBA Legend Urges Russell Westbrook to Follow Michael Jordan’s Example With Basketball Return Advice

Eddie Johnson doesn’t have to imagine what a European title run feels like. Back in 1994-95, having played thirteen NBA seasons, Johnson signed with Olympiacos and walked away with a Greek League championship and Finals MVP trophy, all while living in a four-level house overlooking the Saronic Gulf near Athens.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 21

10 Active NBA Players With The Most Career Points Who Haven’t Won A Championship

Since Russell Westbrook decided to call it a career this offseason after 18 years in the NBA, the league lost one of its most prominent stars without a title of the generation.

Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / August 21

Russell Westbrook’s Heartbreaking Response To Kid Not Knowing He Was An NBA Star Goes Viral

Russell Westbrook recently declared his retirement from the NBA after spending 18 years in the league. He won the 2017 NBA MVP award and leads the league with the most career triple-doubles, along with his nine NBA All-Star selections.

Sacramento Kings News / AirJordanChronicles / August 20

Patrick Beverley blames media for Russell Westbrook’s NBA downfall

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA on August 12, 2026, after playing 18 seasons. However, before his career came to an untimely end, his reputation was already taking hits.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / DC Sports King / August 19

Russell Westbrook Rejected Wizards Reunion Offer Before NBA Retirement

When a player like Russell Westbrook leaves the game, you almost expect it to involve a grand final tour or a fiery final chapter. Instead, on August 12, 2026, the 37-year-old guard posted a quiet, reflective message on social media announcing his retirement.

Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / August 19

Patrick Beverley: Lakers, NBA Media Forced Russell Westbrook Into An Early Retirement

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA despite offers from multiple teams to continue playing. Patrick Beverley, his former teammate from the Lakers, blames the NBA media and their former team for forcing his hand with consistent criticism.

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Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / August 18

Bill Simmons Ranks Russell Westbrook Only 10th Among The Best Guards Of The Last 20 Years

Russell Westbrook, who retired recently, was one of the most explosive guards in NBA history, arguably the most explosive ever, but Bill Simmons still believes there are nine guards in the last 20 years who had better peaks.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 17

Russell Westbrook Declined Two-Year Offer From Wizards Before Retiring

When Russell Westbrook announced his retirement last week, it wasn’t because nobody wanted to sign him for the upcoming season, Marc Stein of the Stein Line writes in his latest Substack column (subscriber link).

Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18

Report: Russell Westbrook ‘balked’ at 1 team’s multi-year offer before choosing to retire

Russell Westbrook apparently chose to retire rather than take a smaller role with the Washington Wizards. Westbrook rocked the basketball world on Wednesday when he announced his retirement from the NBA.

NBA News / Viral Sports News / August 17

Report: Russell Westbrook Turned Down 2-Year Offer From NBA Team

Russell Westbrook received a two-year contract offer from the Washington Wizards before announcing his retirement from the NBA, according to a report from Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 15

Magic Johnson Congratulates Russell Westbrook On Retirement

The NBA is now without one of its staples of the league as point guard Russell Westbrook announced his retirement after 18 years in the league. Westbrook spent most of his career with the Oklahoma City Thunder, but also had stints with the Los Angeles Lakers, L.A.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13

The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16

Part two of YardBarker’s Top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.

Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career

Russell Westbrook leaves legacy bigger than basketball after NBA retirement

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Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / August 13

Russell Westbrook leaves legacy bigger than basketball after NBA retirement

Westbrook put together one of the greatest careers the NBA has ever seen, but that’s not what he wants people to remember about him.

Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career

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Sacramento Kings News / Field Level Media / August 12

Triple-double king Russell Westbrook announces retirement

Triple-double king and former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook announced his retirement after 18 seasons on Wednesday via social media. Westbrook's decision was announced during a 3 1/2-minute video.

Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / August 12

Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career

Westbrook's time as the face of the Oklahoma City Thunder for over a decade is what basketball fans will remember the nine-time All-Star for.

Westbrook had offers from two NBA teams before retirement

LeBron James sends message to Westbrook after retirement

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Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 9

Russell Westbrook on remaining unsigned: ‘I don’t think about it’

Russell Westbrook remains one of the biggest names left on the NBA free-agent market. He doesn’t sound particularly concerned about it. Westbrook was asked by CNN about his future and said he’s basically taking things as they come.

Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8

Russell Westbrook has surprising take on his free agency

Russell Westbrook remains a free agent with training camp looming, but he seems pretty relaxed about the situation. In an interview with CNN, Westbrook was asked how he is thinking about his free agency at this stage of the offseason.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / August 4

Kings Considering Russell Westbrook, Victor Oladipo

The Kings would like to bring in a veteran point guard to serve as a mentor to rookie Darius Acuff Jr., according to Jake Fischer and Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link), who report that Sacramento is considering the possibility of reuniting with free agent point guard Russell Westbrook after he spent last season with the team.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 4

Kings considering Russell Westbrook reunion, Victor Oladipo signing

Russell Westbrook’s free-agent search could lead him right back to Sacramento. The Kings are considering re-signing Westbrook or adding former All-Star guard Victor Oladipo, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 3

Rick Barry: Russell Westbrook would be ‘nice addition’ for Rockets

Russell Westbrook remains unsigned. Hall of Famer Rick Barry believes the Rockets should consider changing that. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of Rockets On SI, Barry said Westbrook could provide experience, depth and toughness for a Houston team trying to contend in the Western Conference.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 2

NBA scout on Russell Westbrook: ‘I wouldn’t touch him in a million years’

Russell Westbrook remains one of the biggest names still available in free agency. Not everyone believes he’s worth the gamble. Speaking to the South Florida Sun Sentinel about potential veteran additions for the Heat, one longtime NBA scout didn’t mince words when asked about the former MVP.

Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

New potential suitor emerges for Russell Westbrook

A possible lifeline has surfaced for Russell Westbrook. The Houston Rockets are viewed as a “serious destination” for the former NBA MVP Westbrook, according to a report by Sports Illustrated’s Eric Jay Santos.