In the absence of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, the Los Angeles Clippers entered their recent game against the Memphis Grizzlies with Russell Westbrook as their primary superstar.
Considering Russ has taken on a smaller role this season, it was great to see him being the number-one option again for a change. Fans witnessed vintage Westbrook as he led the Clippers to a win in a high-scoring game vs. the Grizzlies. Westbrook talked about how switching between roles is not a huge deal for him.
“I’m super blessed and grateful like always,” Westbrook said. “First and foremost, thank you to the man above for allowing me to go out. Without him, I wouldn’t be here, and my mindset never changes, my role may change, but my mind don’t. We have an unbelievable team. With Kawhi and PG out, I know my job changed a little bit, but tonight we did it together, which is great.”
Westbrook has an unshakable mentality; fans have seen that from Brodie throughout his career. Russ also talked about why he has been playing extremely well basketball over the last week or so.
“It’s that time of the year, Jimmy. I ain’t went nowhere, I’m still here,” Westbrook said of fans seeing ‘Vintage Russ.’ “My job just changed a little bit, but my job is to keep competing, keep my burst there, you know year 15 [and] I’m still jumping.”
Russell Westbrook recorded 36 points, 4 rebounds, and 10 assists in the stunning victory over the Grizzlies. On top of that, Westbrook shot 13-18 from the field and a perfect 5-5 from deep.
Clippers fans will be happy to see Westbrook find his groove ahead of the NBA playoffs, as the franchise aims to win the NBA title this season.
Russell Westbrook Is Ready To Fulfill Any Role For The Clippers
Following his stint with the Los Angeles Lakers, many started wondering if Russell Westbrook’s career in the NBA was close to finishing.
But since joining the Clippers, Brodie has certainly rejuvenated his career in the league. One crucial reason behind it is the fact that Westbrook has vowed to accept any role given to him by the Clippers.
“Whatever is asked of me, whatever I need to do that night, I’ll do it. If it’s scoring, rebounding, defending, leadership, energy, whatever it is… I’m grateful and thankful that I had the opportunity be to be on the floor and play.”
So far, Westbrook has fulfilled his promise to do whatever is asked of him by the organization. If Westbrook can carry this form to the postseason, it will skyrocket the chances of the Clippers finally winning the first NBA championship in the history of the franchise.
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