Patrick Beverley suggests Russell Westbrook could return to NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:26 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Patrick Beverley has expressed the belief that Russell Westbrook's retirement from the NBA last month may not be final. Discussing the situation on the Out The Mud Podcast, Beverley highlighted Westbrook's potential to play for another few years and suggested the Miami Heat as a fitting team for him. Westbrook, a former MVP and record-holder for all-time triple-doubles, announced his retirement after an 18-year career. Beverley shared insights from his past experiences with Westbrook as teammates on the Lakers and as competitors throughout their careers. Westbrook concluded his career with over 27,000 points, 10,000 assists, and is known for his significant impact on the game.
- •Beverley believes Westbrook could return to the NBA.
- •Westbrook retired after 18 seasons as a point guard.
- •He holds the record for all-time triple-doubles in the NBA.
- •Beverley suggested the Heat as a potential team for Westbrook.
- •Westbrook finished his career with over 27,000 points and 10,000 assists.
- 3:26 PMYahoo Sports — NBA news: Patrick Beverley says Russell Westbrook “might be back”
"Former Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook hung up his sneakers earlier last month. The decision came as a shock to his NBA fans as well as to former NBA players who have watched him up close. However, even after a month, Patrick Beverley does not believe Westbrook’s NBA career is necessarily over. The former Lakers teammates discussed […] The post NBA news: Patrick Beverley says Russell Westbrook “might be back” appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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