Russell Westbrook, a nine-time All-Star and two-time NBA scoring champion who began the season with the Los Angeles Lakers, is expected to clear waivers and return to LA with a different team. Story:
The Los Angeles Lakers limped into the All-Star break as the 13th seeded team in the West and we break down whether there's still hope for LeBron and crew to make a run at the playoffs.Veteran guard Russell Westbrook plans to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers following a contract buyout with the Utah Jazz, according to ESPN.
Westbrook, a nine-time All-Star and two-time NBA scoring champion who began the season with the Los Angeles Lakers, is expected to clear waivers and return to LA with a different team. TheAccording to the report — which cited Westbrook's agent, Jeff Schwartz — Utah is expected to complete a $47 million buyout, the full amount remaining on Westbrook's expiring deal.
The 2016-17 NBA MVP averaged 15.9 points, 6.2 rebounds and 7.5 assists for the Lakers in 52 games, three of which he started. He averaged 28.7 minutes played per game, the lowest amount of his career. Westbrook did not play a game with Utah. According to ESPN, Westbrook also discussed deals with the Chicago Bulls, Washington Wizards and Miami Heat before choosing the Clippers.
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