Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reacts to Russell Westbrook Retirement in Rare Tweet
Summary
Russell Westbrook, a well-known NBA player, announced his retirement after 18 seasons in the league. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is now the main star for the Oklahoma City Thunder, tweeted his congratulations and appreciation for Westbrook’s career.Key Facts
- Russell Westbrook retired from professional basketball after playing 18 seasons.
- Westbrook last played for the Sacramento Kings.
- He spent most of his career with the Oklahoma City Thunder, who drafted him in 2008.
- Westbrook was part of a star trio with James Harden and Kevin Durant that reached the NBA Finals in 2012.
- He won the NBA Most Valuable Player Award in 2017 by averaging a triple-double for the season.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tweeted to honor Westbrook, calling him an Oklahoma City legend.
- Other NBA stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James also reacted to Westbrook's retirement.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has won back-to-back MVP awards and brought a championship to Oklahoma City since Westbrook’s retirement.
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