NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade
Russell Westbrook retires from the NBA after 18 seasons
Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from professional basketball after an 18-season career. The announcement was made via a social media video narrated by actor Michael B. Jordan.
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The retirement marks the end of the career of the NBA's all-time leader in s, who played for multiple franchises including the Thunder, Rockets, Wizards, Lakers, Clippers, and Kings.
Key Facts
- Russell Westbrook is retiring after 18 seasons in the NBA.
- Westbrook holds the NBA record for career triple-doubles with 209.
- He was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft.
- He won the NBA MVP award in 2017.
- He set the single-season record for triple-doubles with 42 during the 2016-17 season.
- He won an Olympic gold medal in 2012.
- He played his final season with the Sacramento Kings, starting 58 of 64 games.
- He averaged 15.2 points and 6.7 assists per game in his final season.
Who's Mentioned
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