Russell Westbrook announces retirement, sparking social media reactions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from professional basketball on August 12, 2026. The news surprised many, as there were rumors of interest from several NBA teams for next season. Westbrook shared his retirement announcement on social media, reflecting on the significance of his career. Reactions have poured in from fans and commentators, highlighting him as one of the most underappreciated players in NBA history.
- •Russell Westbrook announced his retirement on August 12, 2026.
- •He indicated he was unaware this was the end of his career.
- •Several NBA teams had shown interest in him for the next season.
- •Social media responses highlight Westbrook's underappreciated status in the NBA.
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Social media reacts to Russell Westbrook retiring: ‘One of the most underappreciated NBA players ever’
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