Russell Westbrook addresses free agency status, focuses on basketball
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 10:47 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Russell Westbrook commented on his free agency, stating, 'I don't think about it honestly. I love playing basketball and if it happens, it works and that's my plan.' The nine-time All-Star, who last played for the Sacramento Kings, has been linked to potential roles with different teams, including a return to the Kings or a possible fit with the Miami Heat, although recent reports indicate Sacramento may not want him back. As of now, Westbrook remains without a contract, and discussions about his future continue, with speculation about mentoring young talent in the league.
- •Westbrook remains a free agent as of August 2026.
- •He expressed a casual approach to his free agency situation.
- •Sources indicate Sacramento might not pursue Westbrook's return.
- •Westbrook could play a mentoring role for younger players if signed.
- 10:47 PMYahoo Sports — Russell Westbrook gets 100% real on playing in 2026-27 amid NBA free agency
- 10:28 PMYahoo Sports — Russell Westbrook on still being a free agent: 'I don't think about it honestly'
"Russell Westbrook kept it real on still being a free agent and how he's approaching not being on a team yet.
"Russell Westbrook on still being a free agent: 'I don't think about it honestly'
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 10:47 PMRussell Westbrook gets 100% real on playing in 2026-27 amid NBA free agency
Russell Westbrook kept it real on still being a free agent and how he's approaching not being on a team yet.
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 10:28 PMRussell Westbrook on still being a free agent: 'I don't think about it honestly'
Russell Westbrook on still being a free agent: 'I don't think about it honestly'
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