LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo among many in NBA to pay tribute to Russell Westbrook after retirement

Some of the NBA’s biggest stars praised Westbrook for the legacy he leaves behind.

Westbrook, 37, recorded 209 ​triple-doubles, including a record 42 during his stellar 2016-17 MVP season.

Russell Westbrook has received love from a notable former teammate.

The Los Angeles Clippers sent a message to Russell Westbrook after he announced his retirement from the NBA.

Russell Westbrook’s retirement closes the career of one of the most recognizable basketball players UCLA has ever produced. Whether that makes him one of the greatest Bruins is a more complicated question. The 37-year-old announced his retirement Wednesday through a farewell video narrated by Michael B. Jordan, ending

Westbrook is 14th on the NBA's all-time scoring list (27,176 points) and fifth in all-time in assists (10,351)

Russell Westbrook's Greatest Moments as a Wizards Player  Sports Illustrated

Russell Westbrook announces his retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons  MARCA

LeBron, Mitchell lead praise for Russell Westbrook after retirement news  ESPN

In his final year with Sacramento, Westbrook appeared in 64 games, including 58 starts, posting averages of 15.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.4 rebounds per contest

Westbrook, 37, is the league's all-time leader in triple-doubles with 209.

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