Sports News Report
League: NBASport: BasketballCountry: United StatesCategory: Trades

Kevin Durant reflects on Russell Westbrook's dedication as he retires

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:16 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Kevin Durant reflects on Russell Westbrook's dedication as he retires
Summary

Kevin Durant shared a tribute to Russell Westbrook following Westbrook's retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons. In a social media post, Durant recounted a conversation regarding workout routines that influenced his approach to training, crediting Westbrook's work ethic. Durant emphasized Westbrook's quiet yet methodical nature, interpreting his emotional presence on the court as a sign of inspiration rather than loudness. Westbrook announced his retirement with a video narrated by Michael B. Jordan, marking the conclusion of his playing career.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
Key Details
  • •Kevin Durant shared a tribute on social media to Russell Westbrook.
  • •Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons.
  • •Durant recounted learning about work ethic from Westbrook and Maurice Cheeks.
  • •Durant described Westbrook's on-court demeanor as quiet and methodical.
  • •Westbrook's retirement was marked by a video narrated by Michael B. Jordan.
Latest Updates
  • 5:16 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant Pens Tribute to Russell Westbrook, Calls Him ‘Methodical’
What they're saying
"

Durant paid tribute to now-retired former Thunder teammate that summed up his hustle.

Related Teams & Leagues
Boston CelticsMinnesota TimberwolvesOklahoma City ThunderWashington WizardsNew York KnicksNBABasketball

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days