Jan 21, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook (0) and guard Terance Mann (14) react after forward Kawhi Leonard (2) scores three point basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

LA Clippers Star Gets Honest About Russell Westbrook Trade

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Joey Linn | Last updated Jul 19, 2024 9:15 PM ET

The LA Clippers have officially announced a trade that sends Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz where he will be bought out before signing with the Denver Nuggets. Westbrook was a beloved teammate in Los Angeles, and will be missed as he begins this new chapter in Denver.

One of the players Westbrook was closest with on the Clippers was versatile guard Terance Mann. When Westbrook joined the Clippers, he spoke about Mann's development as one of the things he was most excited to help with, and he certainly did that.

"It’s very important [to me]," Westbrook said shortly after joining the Clippers when asked about helping Mann grow as a player. "... My job is to make sure I stay on him and continue to give him confidence… I’m just here to help and make sure I can be a springboard to him doing great things.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Clippers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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