Russell Westbrook has game-winning block on Devin Booker
Russell Westbrook has struggled quite a bit since leaving the Oklahoma City Thunder. Prior to this, he was one half of an explosive duo led by Kevin Durant. These guys were given the keys to the NBA’s newest team. In only four years, they took them from a 20 win team to the NBA Finals. However, the next four years saw them fail to return to the final round. As a result, KD left the team. Russ went on a journey leading him to the Clippers. Tonight, he secured their win by blocking Devin Booker.
Russell Westbrook was considered one of the NBA’s best point guards. In fact, he was considered in the same echelon as Stephen Curry and Chris Paul. However, his stint with the Los Angeles Lakers definitely put a stain on his legacy. Despite his consistency, Russ took a brunt of the blame for the Lakers’ lack of winning. As a result, they traded him at the deadline. After that, the Los Angeles Clippers signed him, and he keeps coming up big for them.
Russell Westbrook joined the Los Angeles Clippers and immediately had a big impact. Despite their record, the Clippers are title contenders. After all, they’re led by Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Injuries and load management hindered their record. As a result, them playing the Phoenix Suns in the first round is a highly anticipated series. It was a close game, tonight, and Russ came up big. As Devin Booker tried to close the lead, late, Russ blocked him to win Game 1.
Russell Westbrook has game-winning block on Devin Booker
