Polarizing Former Los Angeles Lakers Star Is Still An NBA Free Agent

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Russell Westbrook is coming off a season where he appeared in 64 games for the Sacramento Kings.

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While Westbrook did get signed until right before the season, he had a very productive year.

The former UCLA guard averaged 15.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 1.3 steals per contest while shooting 42.7% from the field and 33.8% from three-point range.

GettyRussell Westbrook #18 of the Sacramento Kings stands on the court during their game against the Utah Jazz at Golden 1 Center on October 24, 2025 in Sacramento, California.

Over the offseason, Westbrook became a free agent who is available to sign with any team in the league.

As of July 21, the future Hall of Famer still remains available.

Looking At Westbrook’s Tenure With The Lakers

GettyRussell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center on December 27, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

Westbrook is one of the best guards in NBA history.

That said, his run with the Lakers (2021-23) did not go as planned

Despite joining a team that featured LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers were among the worst teams in the NBA.

GettyRussell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on December 09, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

In 2021-22 (Westbrook’s only full season with the Lakers), he averaged 18.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, 7.1 assists and 1.0 steals per contest while shooting 44.4% from the field and 29.8% from three-point range in 78 games.

The Lakers missed the 2022 NBA playoffs after finishing as the 11th seed in the Western Conference with a 33-49 record.

GettyINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – FEBRUARY 02: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the game against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 02, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Westbrook then got traded during the middle of the 2022-23 season.

After the trade, the Lakers reached the 2023 Western Conference finals.

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