Russell Westbrook

Westbrook averaged a triple-double for five consecutive seasons (2016-21) — redefining what performance expectations existed for a guard in a generation.

His partnership with Kevin Durant in OKC is one of the most studied duos in NBA history — two elite players building something extraordinary before a painful separation.

Westbrook's mother Shannon has been a fixture at his games throughout his career and is widely credited for his fierce competitive drive.

He grew up as a Lakers fan in Los Angeles, making his later stint with the team a deeply personal chapter in a career full of remarkable storylines.