Russell Westbrook’s 11-year Thunder career has come to a close, but his appreciation for Oklahoma and the only franchise he’s played for lives on.
On Friday, Westbrook posted a thank you on his Instagram to the organization, the state and the community. The Thunder and Rockets agreed to a trade Thursday to send Westbrook to Houston in exchange for Chris Paul, two first-round draft picks and the rights to two first-round pick swaps.
Said Westbrook: “I can’t even begin to put into words all of the emotions I have right now.