Dwayne Wade praises Russell Westbrook's unique impact on NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 9:45 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Dwayne Wade expressed admiration for Russell Westbrook following his retirement after 18 NBA seasons. Wade referred to Westbrook's career as one of the most underappreciated, emphasizing his unique style and athleticism. He noted that Westbrook averaged four triple-doubles in four consecutive seasons, a feat that Wade believes may never be replicated. The sentiment follows a wave of reactions from former players and current stars alike, reflecting on Westbrook's significant contributions to the game.
- •Russell Westbrook retired after 18 seasons in the NBA.
- •Dwayne Wade called Westbrook's career underappreciated.
- •Wade acknowledged Westbrook's four consecutive triple-double seasons.
- •Wade referred to Westbrook as a '1-of-1' player.
- •Westbrook is considered one of the greatest players in Oklahoma City history.
- 9:45 PMYahoo Sports — Dwayne Wade believes Russell Westbrook will never be replicated in NBA
""Whatever year he’s in — he’s still athletic, he still plays the game the same way when we first got introduced to Russ and it’s incredible to watch."
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