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Russell Westbrook retires from the NBA with a farewell video narrated by Michael B. Jordan
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Key Points:
- Russell Westbrook, the NBA’s all-time leader in triple-doubles and 2017 MVP, announced his retirement after 18 seasons, including being named to the league’s 75th anniversary team.
- Westbrook was the No. 4 pick in 2008 and spent 11 seasons with the Thunder before playing for multiple teams, finishing his career last season with the Sacramento Kings.
- He holds the NBA record for most triple-doubles in a season (42 in 2016-17) and ranks first all-time with 209 career triple-doubles, ahead of Nikola Jokic.
- Thunder GM Sam Presti praised Westbrook as a fearless competitor who helped build the franchise and positively impacted the community.
- Westbrook averaged double figures in points and assists for five of six seasons starting in 2015-16 and won an Olympic gold medal in 2012.
