Russell Westbrook is one of the most polarizing figures in the NBA today. Despite being considered one of the most gifted athletes in the league’s history, he has faced significant criticism. Once a beloved player for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Westbrook won the MVP award in 2017 and achieved numerous accolades. However, his performance declined before leaving the team, leading to renewed scrutiny.
Former NBA star Oscar Robertson saw this coming. During an appearance on the All The Smoke podcast, he recalled his time watching Westbrook play for the Thunder. Robertson also revealed that he warned Westbrook about the criticism he was going to face ahead.
“It’s unfortunate for Westbrook that they’re doing some of these things to him. I think the guy is very valuable to any team he’s with, but somehow they wanna blame somebody,” Robertson said.
“He kept the franchise going in Oklahoma for years. I went out to see him in OKC, and I was happy for the guy, but I said they’re gonna turn on you. Because they’re gonna expect you to do this every night, and if you don’t win, they’re gonna blame you. And they did,” he added.
Christian Braun Praises Russell Westbrook’s Athleticism
Russell Westbrook is gearing up for his first season with the Denver Nuggets. Nuggets guard Christian Braun is particularly eager for Westbrook’s debut. In a recent interview with The Denver Post, Braun expressed his admiration for Westbrook’s style of play.
“I love his game. I loved his game when I was young. I love his game now. I think his energy, his tenacity—those are all things that every team needs,” Braun said.
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“He loves the game. He plays it with the right intensity. The way he plays, downhill, so aggressive, so tough,” he added.
While Braun expressed his desire not to give Westbrook the No. 0 jersey, it’s clear they have no hard feelings.
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