Published 15:03 IST, December 8th 2020
Russell Westbrook explains why he is not the easiest guy to understand or watch play
During a recent interview, star guard Russell Westbrook spoke about his time in the NBA, and how he has been misunderstood as a bad teammate in the past.
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Russell Westbrook has been under fire for being a bad teammate, according to pundits and fans. The critics have criticised him for not getting along with his teammates, which was said to the cause of players being unwilling to join OKC Thunder and team up with Westbrook. Though Kevin Durant and Paul George were among players who have spoken for Westbrook, he was reportedly unhappy with the 'bad teammate tag' he has received.
Westbrook interview: The new Wizards guard speaks about being misunderstood in the league
While on the Wizards Talk Podcast, Westbrook claimed that he is often misunderstood. As per the Wizards guard, "90 percent or 100 percent of it is not even true". He added that most times, people who do not know him make things up. They "say anything" about Westbrook, commenting on what he believes in, while referring to comments being made about him as a teammate.
"So, a lot of it kind of goes in one ear and out the other. But I think the biggest thing for me is just kind of being myself, which is easy," he explained. He admitted that while he is genuine, loyal and understanding, he is not the easiest to understand or watch play. However, as a teammate (person or father), he thinks that is the most important to him. He worries about impacting and inspiring, wanting to uplift those around him.
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Westbrook Wizards number.
For the first time in his NBA career, Westbrook will be playing for a number other than zero. Per reports, he wants to go to No.4, which is his original number. When he was with OKC and Houstoon, the number was taken, which made him opt for No.0.
(Image credits: Russell Westbrook Instagram)
Updated 15:03 IST, December 8th 2020