Russell Westbrook is a player of his own kind. He is an athlete who can do everything on the court- score, rebound, give assists to others and still run back on the defense. His playing style is a rare sight. Westbrook is one whom you can build a franchise around. The 2017 Most Valuable Player also holds many records.
The Laker point guard has even averaged a triple-double in four of the last five seasons. A crazy feat, right? But what does the two-time Kobe Bryant All-Star game MVP has left to prove? After such a glorious career until now, you might think he may just rest and be an excellent veteran. Well, No. Him being Russell Westbrook, he always has the pressure of being better than the best. Check how he silenced his critics this time.
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Russell Westbrook is back
With a grim season last year and seeing his appearances on Shaqtin’ a Fool was more than in highlight reels, some said that RW is gone. Well, the highest earning player on the Lakers’ roster sent a strong message to the world. Russell Westbrook recently attended a basketball camp for kids. There, a video was posted on Twitter where he was seen throwing down a windmill dunk off a bounce by himself.
The video certainly brings back the memories of old RW throwdowns and his freakish agility and strength. Twitter blew up after seeing the video. One user even reacted saying “Bruh still floating sheesh”.
bruh still floating sheesh
— t (@SiakamSpins) August 7, 2022
This is how other basketball fans reacted to his dunking video.
He still got it
— jake (@westbrookROD) August 7, 2022
Big SZN coming He lookin hella bouncy
— Blake®️🦋🍇 (@BlakeIsSnagging) August 7, 2022
Russ most athletic PG ever. Ever.
— Luka Donut (@Luka_Donut) August 7, 2022
Some fans even supported him by tweeting positive lines.
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I promise you Brodie will have a revenge season! Especially for all you “he’s washed” fans ! He need the ball to run the show , you don’t get bad in one season casuals
— All Gas🔋Till the Dash Break ‼️ (@KingSmoove009) August 7, 2022
With a rather silent season last year and trade rumors, he needs to prove himself again and show to the world the reason why he’s the highest-paid player in the Lakers.
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What do you think? Does Brodie deserve another chance to prove his worth to the world? Or should the Lakers looks for a championship and trade him? Let us know your opinion in the comments.