Anonymous NBA scouts claim Russell Westbrook should make a major career change

Having played in the league for 17 years, Russell Westbrook’s career is definitely coming to an end as the new season rolls around. Currently with the Denver Nuggets, his career decline is on full display as he has averaged 4 points, 3 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game. match in two outings.

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

The Oklahoma City Thunder legend was traded from the club in 2019 as they then turned to a rebuild, which has led them to contention this season and beyond. The 35-year-old guard had a decorated career in Oklahoma City, but has become quite the journeyman since being traded.

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

There are plenty of narratives swirling around Westbrook at this stage in his career, with one anonymous NBA scout claiming the Nuggets should cut him and he should retire.

“They have to cut Russ. He can’t shoot. They have no gaps when he’s on the court. Teams literally dare him to shoot and just fill Jokic in the paint,” the scout told HoopsWire. “And when he drives to the rim, he gets so deep and out of position that he can’t hit layups. Russ has to retire. He’s not a good player anymore.”

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

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

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