Russell Westbrook’s career is certainly coming to an end as he has played in the league for 17 years and the new season has begun. He is currently with the Denver Nuggets and his career decline is clearly visible as he averaged 4 points, 3 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game in two appearances.

After playing 20 minutes per game in his two contests, Westbrook’s impact fell far short of what might have been expected when the Nuggets paired him with superstar center Nikola Jokic.

The Oklahoma City Thunder legend was released from the club in 2019 as they then turned to a rebuild that has taken them to contention this season and beyond. The 35-year-old guard had a stellar career in Oklahoma City, but he’s become something of a journeyman since his move.

Westbrook spent time with the Houston Rockets, Washington Wizards, Los Angeles Lakers, LA Clippers and now the Nuggets as he looked for a permanent role with a club.

There are many stories surrounding Westbrook at this stage of his career, with an anonymous NBA scout claiming that the Nuggets should release him and he should retire.

“You have to cut Russ. He can’t shoot. There is no distance between them when he is on the pitch. “Teams are literally daring him to shoot and just pushing Jokic into the paint,” the scout said said HoopsWire. “And when he drives to the rim, he gets so low and out of position that he can’t hit layups. Russ has to give up. He’s not a good player anymore.”

Westbrook won an MVP in Oklahoma City. He is the club’s top goalscorer. He helped the team reach the NBA Finals. He signed a long-term contract extension after Kevin Durant left. For many, he is the best player in franchise history.

While Westbrook’s name is slighted by current NBA fans, others remember a record-setting, explosive and elite point guard.

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