Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook remains out of the team's lineup for Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center because of a knee injury.
Royce Young of ESPN.com reported the update and provided further details about the star's possible return:
Royce YoungWestbrook is close to returning and has been cleared for full contact drills and practice, but after an energetic workout after shootaround determined to sit Friday's game. It's looking likely Westbrook could be available against the Kings on a Sunday.