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Russell Westbrook Undergoes Surgery for Right Hand Fractures

Westbrook immediately began rehab to return at full strength following Denver’s semifinal defeat

Russell Westbrook #4 of the Denver Nuggets walks down the floor during the first half of game seven of the Western Conference semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on May 18, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
May 5, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half during game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • On May 27, Westbrook underwent surgery to repair two breaks in his right hand sustained during the 2024-25 season
  • He played through the injury in 75 regular-season games and 13 playoff contests, often logging time with heavily taped fingers
  • Denver’s playoff run ended on May 18 with a six-game Western Conference semifinal loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Westbrook previously broke his right hand in 2014 and fractured his left hand in 2024, missing multiple games after each injury
  • The 36-year-old holds a $3.47 million player option for 2025-26 and has said he aims to return at 100 percent soon