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Brook Lopez remains as Russell Westbrook retires from the NBA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:51 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Brook Lopez remains as Russell Westbrook retires from the NBA

Summary

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA on August 12, 2026, concluding an 18-year career marked by nine All-Star appearances and an MVP award. Following his departure, Brook Lopez and DeAndre Jordan are now the only players from the 2008 NBA Draft class still active in the league. Lopez, 38, continues his career with the Los Angeles Clippers, where he averaged 8.5 points and 3.6 rebounds last season. Jordan, also 38, played a limited role with the New Orleans Pelicans last season, averaging 4.4 points and 6.3 rebounds. Westbrook's retirement leaves a significant mark on the league as he is considered one of the greatest point guards in history.

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By the Numbers

•Russell Westbrook retires after 18 seasons in the NBA.
•Westbrook had nine All-Star selections and won the MVP in 2017.
•Brook Lopez, 38, plays for the Los Angeles Clippers.
•DeAndre Jordan, 38, is with the New Orleans Pelicans.
•Lopez and Jordan are the last players from the 2008 NBA Draft in the league.

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2:51 AMYahoo Sports — After Russell Westbrook retirement, former Nets C Brook Lopez remains

What they're saying

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Former Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez is one of two players from the 2002 draft class remaining after Russell Westbrook's retirement on Wednesday.
— Yahoo Sports

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