Russell Westbrook has made the decision to stay in Los Angeles with the Clippers, exercising his $4 million player option. This was confirmed by ESPN. Westbrook had previously signed a two-year, eight million dollar deal with the team in July 2023. Despite his contributions to the team’s success during the 2023-24 season, which saw him average 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 Clippers ultimately finished with a record of 51-31 and were eliminated by the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
This decision by Westbrook to remain with the team indicates his commitment to helping the Clippers improve and compete at a higher level in upcoming seasons. While this news is still developing, fans can expect more updates and information about Westbrook’s decision to stay with the Clippers. Be sure to follow your favorite NBA teams and players for all of their latest news, game updates, and more. Stay tuned for further developments in this evolving story about Russell Westbrook and the Los Angeles Clippers.
