Writer Jimmie Tramel of Tulsa World article: Credit Russell Westbrook with assist when ‘Juice’ brings comedy show to Tulsa offers the background on how Demetrius Deason moved on from a down time in his life to find his life’s passion.
The Westbrook connection occurred when the pair were in middle school together. While Westbrook transitioned to the NBA joining the OKC Thunder, Deason suffered a back injury in College and then needed to return home to care for his ailing Mother and siblings.
Despite their changing paths, Russ remained steadfast in his support of his pal in his stand up efforts and events.