Westbrook has been one of the more sought after guards available on the free agent market, however this injury news is sure to have a negative effect on his market. Given his age and new injury concerns, Westbrook might have a tougher time finding a deal than he previously would’ve.

Russell Westbrook surprised many by declining his $3.47 million player option with the Denver Nuggets, officially entering unrestricted free agency on June 30. Last season with Denver, he averaged 13.

The perception of Westbrook has swung wildly from his MVP days to now, when many consider him a loose cannon who can’t be trusted in big moments even though he often comes through with big plays and shots as he did in last year’s playoffs.

East Contender Named 'Top Landing Spot' for Russell Westbrook in Free Agency originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As NBA free agency continues, most of the big names have already come off the board as they were signed withing the first two days of free agency.

Last offseason, the Denver Nuggets took a chance on former NBA MVP point guard Russell Westbrook in free agency, signing him to a two-year deal with a second-ye

The Phoenix Suns missed out on a potential reunion with a veteran point guard after he signed with a different team in free agency.

NBA veteran star Russell Westbrook remains unsigned after he declined his player option with the Denver Nuggets.

Westbrook was closely linked to the Sacramento Kings before they signed Dennis Schroder and the New York Knicks until they went after Jordan Clarkson. Two teams remain as the only logical fits for the former Bruin -- the Detroit Pistons and Miami Heat.

A combination of role players, aging former stars and restricted free agents remain unsigned. Here are the 10 most intriguing players who could help teams in 2025-26.