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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MAY 22: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder talks to the media after Game Three of the Western Conference Finals against Golden State Warriors during the 2016 NBA Playoffs at the Chesapeake Energy Arena on May 22, 2016 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by J Pat Carter/Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook is coming off a season where he appeared in 64 games for the Sacramento Kings.

The future Hall of Famer had averages of 15.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 1.3 steals per contest while shooting 42.7% from the field and 33.8% from three-point range.

He will become a free agent this summer.

Thunder Legend Russell Westbrook Makes Heartfelt Post

GettyMAY 24: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder speaks to the media after their 118 to 94 win over the Golden State Warriors in game four of the Western Conference Finals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs at Chesapeake Energy Arena on May 24, 2016 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

On Mother’s Day, Westbrook made a heartfelt post for his wife (Nina).

There were over 11,000 likes in ten hours.

He wrote: “Happy Mother’s Day to the Queen! We love you and we APPRECIATE you more than anything in the world. Thank you for being the anchor in our family. I love you ❤️ forever.”

Jaylen Brown, Troy Brown Jr., Cole Swider, Dorell Wright and Quincy Olivari were among the NBA players to like Westbrook’s post.

The 2017 MVP has a history of sharing kind messages for his wife on Instagram.

He wrote (on January 16, 2025): “My Queen, I’m extremely grateful to share each day with you, Your love makes my life complete in so many ways. Im excited to see what God has planned for you because I will be right on your side every step of the way. I Love you suga and I appreciate you and everything that you do. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!🎊🎉🎂🎈”

Westbrook’s NBA Career

GettyRussell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after a made basket against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half of game three of the Western Conference quarterfinals at Chesapeake Energy Arena on April 19, 2019 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Westbrook was the fourth pick in the 2008 NBA Draft out of UCLA.

He spent the first 11 seasons of his career with the Oklahoma City Thunder, which established himself as an NBA legend.

Following the Thunder, Westbrook had stints with the Los Angeles Lakers, LA Clippers, Denver Nuggets, Washington Wizards, Houston Rockets (and Kings) over 18 years.

His career averages are 20.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, 8.0 assists and 1.6 steals per contest while shooting 43.8% from the field and 30.8% from three-point range in 1,301 games.

GettyRussell Westbrook #18 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball during their game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center on March 05, 2026 in Sacramento, California. 

Westbrook will be an intriguing free agent this summer.

At 37, he is still a productive point guard who could help out a lot of teams around the league.