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Russell Westbrook appears in NBA 2K27 with 79 rating after retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:08 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Russell Westbrook appears in NBA 2K27 with 79 rating after retirement

Summary

Russell Westbrook, who may have played his final NBA game earlier this month, is featured in NBA 2K27 as a free agent with a 79 overall rating. This rating contrasts sharply with his peak performance years when he often rated in the mid-90s. The nine-time All-Star and former MVP, listed as a 6-foot-4 point guard, showcases traits reflective of his final seasons in the league. Westbrook's historic career includes being the all-time leader in triple-doubles, closing out with the Sacramento Kings.

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By the Numbers

•Westbrook listed as a free agent in NBA 2K27.
•He has a 79 overall rating, down from mid-90s in prime.
•Final NBA team: Sacramento Kings.
•Career includes a record 209 triple-doubles.
•Retirement announced via a video narrated by Michael B. Jordan.

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5:08 AMYahoo Sports — NBA news: Russell Westbrook's NBA 2K27 rating after retirement will grab attention

What they're saying

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Russell Westbrook may have played his final NBA game, but he still has a place in the league’s most popular video game, and his new number is turning heads. Even after announcing his retirement earlier this month , Westbrook appears in NBA 2K27 as a free agent with a 79 overall rating. For a nine-time All-Star and former MVP, it is a humbling […] The post NBA news: Russell Westbrook's NBA 2K27 rating after retirement will grab attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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