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Russell Westbrook says he's not interested in joining the Lakers as a free agent

There have been plenty of rumors about Oklahoma City All-Stars Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook potentially having interest in the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency, in 2016 for Durant and 2017 for Westbrook. Adrian Wojnarowski of the Vertical recently reported that the Lakers have "little, if any" chance to sign Durant in free agency this summer, and now Westbrook has shut down that option for the time being as well.

Westbrook is amidst the best season of his career with averages of 24.1 points, 10 assists, and 7.6 rebounds, and 2.