Russell Westbrook, the veteran guard for the Denver Nuggets, has just declared that he’s going to get surgery on his right hand. The 36-year-old superstar took a moment to personally thank fans and supporters for their steadfast support and continuous encouragement received during the season. Westbrook was not the same player, averaging only 13.3 points per game in a lost season. Despite this disappointment, he is hopeful for a strong rebound to top form.
In his personal newsletter, “Word of Westbrook,” the former MVP opened up on what went right (and wrong) during his time with the Nuggets. He appeared in 75 games and started in 36 of those. He averaged 27.9 minutes per game played on the court. Over that same span, he didn’t just score 19 points — he dished out 6.1 assists per game and collected 4.9 rebounds. His shooting percentage was 44.9% on the season.
In addition to his league MVP award, Westbrook is a nine-time All-Star. These accolades speak to his explosiveness as both a playmaker and scorer. Though this season has presented such immense challenges, he’s committed to recovering and coming back better and stronger.
“I’m grateful for everyone’s support all year and I can’t wait to be back out there at 100% soon.” – Russell Westbrook
On the brink of surgery, Westbrook is anxious to get back and show that he’s stronger than ever. He reiterated his determination for a comeback, adding, “The comeback is already in motion #WhyNot.” His optimism is a testament to his spirit and dedication to the game he loves.
Westbrook carries a $3.3 million player option next season. This has a lot of fans twitterpated as they wonder what’s going to happen with him and the Nuggets going forward. His experience and leadership will sure be invaluable assets for the team as they make their way through an arduous offseason.
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