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Russell Westbrook Connected to Surprising Team Late in NBA Free Agency

Russell Westbrook Connected to Surprising Team Late in NBA Free Agency

Summary

Russell Westbrook is a free agent as the 2025-26 NBA season begins. While not many teams need a player like Westbrook, there is speculation that the Milwaukee Bucks could be a good fit. The Bucks have not reached out to him yet.

Key Facts

  • Russell Westbrook remains an unsigned free agent as the 2025-26 NBA season starts.
  • Few NBA teams need a veteran point guard like Westbrook at this time.
  • The Milwaukee Bucks might consider Westbrook to strengthen their team as they aim for an NBA Finals run.
  • Kendrick Perkins, a former NBA player, suggested the Bucks should sign Westbrook.
  • During the 2024-25 season with the Denver Nuggets, Westbrook averaged 13.3 points and 6.1 assists per game.
  • Westbrook played 75 games and made 36 starts in the 2024-25 season.
  • Milwaukee has not yet contacted Westbrook about joining their team.

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