Russell Westbrook has made the decision to stay with the Los Angeles Clippers for another season. The news was confirmed by ESPN, following his exercise of his $4 million player option with the team. In July 2023, Westbrook signed a two-year, eight million dollar deal with the Clippers.
Despite having a productive season with the Clippers, averaging 11.1 points, 5 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 1.1 steals per game in 68 appearances, with 57 of those games coming off the bench, the team finished the 2023-24 season with a record of 51-31. They were ultimately eliminated by the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
Westbrook’s decision to stay with the team indicates his commitment to helping improve and compete at a higher level in upcoming seasons. As this news continues to develop, fans can expect more updates and information about Westbrook’s decision to remain with the Clippers. Be sure to follow your favorite NBA teams and players for all the latest news, game updates and more. Stay tuned for further developments in this evolving story about Russell Westbrook and the Los Angeles Clippers.