Overview

• ESPN’s Shams Charania reported strong mutual interest between Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings, who are seeking a reserve point guard after finishing 29th in bench points and assists.
• Sacramento host Carmichael Dave said Westbrook has a half‑season offer from China worth roughly four times an NBA minimum, estimated near $13–$14 million, with a potential path back to the NBA in January.
• Kevin Durant publicly called Westbrook a legend who deserves to be in the league and said a Rockets reunion would be “dope,” while stressing roster moves are not his decision.
• Danny Green said he heard the Nuggets did not plan to play Westbrook this season, which influenced his opt‑out, and he questioned leaving guaranteed money without another contract in place.
• Westbrook remains unsigned with the season nearing after averaging 13.3 points and 6.1 assists for Denver last year, and some inside the Nuggets called his jobless status “bonkers,” per Sam Amick.