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Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Timberwolves eye Russell Westbrook

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Timberwolves eye Russell Westbrook
Summary

The Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Minnesota Timberwolves are among the potential destinations for Russell Westbrook as he navigates NBA free agency. Westbrook, 37, had a productive season with the Sacramento Kings, averaging 15.2 points per game. Despite a quieter free agency period for the Heat, adding Westbrook could enhance their guard depth behind Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. The Thunder, while possessing a deep guard rotation, may still consider a reunion with the former MVP. The Timberwolves seek improvement in their backup point guard position and could view Westbrook as a solid addition to facilitate play alongside LaMelo Ball.

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  • •Westbrook averaged 15.2 points per game with Sacramento Kings.
  • •Miami Heat seek additional talent to support their roster.
  • •Oklahoma City Thunder may embrace a Westbrook reunion.
  • •Minnesota Timberwolves consider Westbrook for backup point guard role.
  • •Westbrook expected to sign for a lower salary as a free agent.
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  • 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — Heat, Thunder, and Timberwolves named top landings for former $206 million future Hall of Famer
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The Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Minnesota Timberwolves have been linked to a former MVP guard in NBA free agency.

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