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Russell Westbrook honors 'The Wire' character Avon Barksdale with 'Above the Rim' throwback jersey

It's always good to see current stars pay homage to the classics.

Russell Westbrook did just that when he donned a rare throwback jersey before Saturday's matchup against the Warriors. The black and white number was a nod to the summer league team in the 90s cult classic hoops drama "Above the Rim", starring Duane Martin, Marlon Wayans and the late Tupac Shakur.

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— Jordan Ramirez (@JRAM_91) February 27, 2016

Actor Wood Harris, pictured to the right of Westbrook, also starred as Avon Barksdale in the hit HBO series "The Wire".