Report: Russell Westbrook Still Unsigned as Training Camp Nears, Minimum Deal Viewed as Likely
League sources indicate the 36-year-old could open the season without a team, reflecting a cooled market.
Overview
- Hoops Wire reports executives would not be surprised if Westbrook begins 2025-26 unsigned, with any offer likely at the minimum.
- Potential fits such as the Kings, Heat, Knicks and Bucks have been floated in recent coverage, but no agreement has emerged.
- Westbrook declined his Denver player option earlier this summer and remains an unrestricted free agent.
- He appeared in 75 games for the Nuggets last season, averaging 13.3 points, 4.9 rebounds and 6.1 assists on 44.9% shooting.
- Larry Brown Sports notes his veteran minimum projects to about $3.6 million and suggests he may be seeking a higher salary.