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Zach LaVine honors Russell Westbrook after his retirement from NBA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 12:13 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Zach LaVine honors Russell Westbrook after his retirement from NBA

Summary

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA after playing for the Sacramento Kings, who finished last season with a 22-60 record. During a New Balance event in Boston, Zach LaVine paid tribute to Westbrook, calling him a great friend and one of the best humans he's met. LaVine expressed admiration for Westbrook's energy and competitive spirit, reflecting on their shared experiences as teammates. LaVine also looks forward to the upcoming NBA season, aiming to contribute significantly to the Kings despite facing injury setbacks last year.

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Status Watch

•Westbrook retires after one season with the Kings.
•LaVine honors Westbrook during a Boston event.
•Kings finished the previous season with a 22-60 record.
•LaVine aims to improve next season after injury issues.
•LaVine plans to adapt his role for the betterment of the team.

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12:13 PMYahoo Sports — Sacramento Kings Guard Pays Touching Tribute to Russell Westbrook After Retirement Announcement

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Russell Westbrook caught everyone by surprise when he announced his retirement from the NBA after suiting up for the Sacramento Kings, who finished 22-60 last season. During a recent New Balance event in Boston, Zach LaVine paid tribute to Westbrook in an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly. There, he reflected on having the one-time [...]
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