what a mini movie. Gotta give props, really represents everything russell gave on and off the court. He did so much for the community and was such a fantastic player regardless of his postseason struggles and slander from the public. I really miss watching him play in okc. excited to see him play tonight
andocarrax10 It’s really not poor Iq. He actually has very good iq but he just tries to force it to happen sometimes. He has made multiple very good iq decisions in his career. His only bad iq thing is he shoots when he doesn’t need to shoot. That is literally the only bad iq thing he does. He makes good passes. He also plays nice not great but nice defense. He can score if he wants.
Been an okc fan since 09 I saw the rise and fall of this team and one thing I could say ring or not westbrook made basketball fun to watch every game because his energy was magnetic
Screw the negative connotations people add to Westbrook's name like "Oh he's just another stat padder, he doesn't pay for the game". Lemme tell y'all something. This man's determination and to play at the highest level is unreal. It's really uncommon to see peak performance on a nightly basis like this. Massive respect
Wow. That would be absolutely perfect. They would need to do it within a few years because after that I think they will be too old. So if they can work something out either by next season or the season after then it could work
I can see Westbrook going back, and MAYBE James Harden, but Durant won't ever go back. He burned bridges and he was slighted by the fans and the organization. LeBron was too, but Cleveland is his "basically" his hometown. Not sure what to make of Ibaka ever going back to OKC.
Ethan Hickman bruh get out this a video tribute about his days on okc and u in here hating literally get out of this video seriously I'm done with u ppl u never respect him constant stupidity criticism even in the wrong time literally leave now I ain't playing
Dean simmons So?The guy has a lot of flaws in his game and career like a lot of basketball player in the league yet still get hated like way too much for a guy that accomplished so much things
Thank you bro for you inspiration on an off the court. There will never be another like you and you have no idea the lives of the people you impact by just being yourself. The why not mentally? Leaving it all out there every night, giving back to your boys and girls clubs community. Thank you for every thing you do Brodie!
This is the hardest thing to watch as a Thunder Fan. Still getting bashed for his style of play but he’s literally one the only players who gives 110% effort on the court every game. You gotta respect him man.
I truly believe the thunder were a better team in 2016 then the warriors but they just collapsed imagine that thunder team vs lebron in the finals would’ve been so amazing
BRo I'm a warriors fan and I will admit that that okc team, with all 3 of them could and should of been one of the greatest teams of all time, with a few rings.
We are going to look back 10 years from now after he retires to appreciate his game and the passion and the energy he brung to the game nobody in duh history of the NBA play with the passion and energy God bless Westbrook
Not that Westbrook has a bad jump shot but with that athleticism and vertical ... plus Curry’s jump shot and range ... would be a crazy PG ... unstoppable...
GOOSEBUMPS ALL OVER! This Mini Movie was so well done! Props to the team working on this! Going to be so emotional seeing Westbrook back in OKC for the first time after being traded!
Let’s forget Sam Presti for a minute but as a Coach BILLY DONOVAN really had Durant, Westbrook, Paul George, Oladipo, Melo, and Ibaka... and he failed to create an ideal offense for ALL OF THEM. Why does he still have a job there
@@tennispie1 Every player has an ego, especially a star like Russ. MJ was way too much selfish before Phil Jackson came in 1990. But he taught him how to contol his ego & emotions and win. Russ never had that kind of coach. If he had a coach like Popp, Doc Rivers, Steve Kerr, Brad Stevens etc. trust me...he'd be a lot better mentally but also physically in the court.
Thank you russ. Words can’t ever explain how much you have inspired a whole group of young hoopers. You taught that the little guy will always get his, to never give up, and to come out and play with the passion of a man possessed. You are truly an icon to the sport of basketball man. Thunder up. Forever.
From a Westbrook diehard fan, this almost made me cry, he brought so much joy to me, winning his mvp, just watching his insane games when I was 12-13. Thank you Russ
Ethan Hickman bro if u hate on ur own team u ain’t a fan of that team bro 😂, like ur dumbass probably thinks liking one player on a team makes u a fan of the team, u probably just a giannis fan
Excellent mini movie. I think the 2016 playoff domination and and first triple double season was a little understated. Plus getting George and Melo was crazy as an Okc fan. Overall great comp. Favorite player man 😢
You can see from the commentators the praise* he used to get for playing HIS game. He did what his team needed, they went to multiple WCF and a NBA finals. Even after Harden got traded they still could’ve won a title, let’s be honest... injured to their stars is what did them in... after the last game 7 heartbreak KD called it quits. Westbrook was just the easy scapegoat for being loyal. His relentless attitude and force along with his athleticism and improvement in skill and passing was one of the main things moving that young team up “When the playoffs come you know Westbrook will perform”
OKC loves Westbrook! After the 🐍 left Westbrook played his heart out every game and every night! He could have left but he didn’t... he stayed! And That is why we love him here! He’s a legend ❤️🙌🏽
There's always a "I think you've been blessed with a talent to do it" so you should do it, with every questions asked to him. So that's why there is that word WHY NOT.
Man, That’s emotional Unbelievable 11yrs in OKC RUSS is the real MVP I hope that one day you can win a championship probably this season Why not ? You’re the G.O.A.T.
Have you heard of Michael Jordan? If you don’t know who he is, he is basically the greatest of all time. He spent his career at some city called Chicago and a few years at a team named the Wizards or something like that.
Have you heard of Brian Scalibrine. He was so good and soooooo hot that he only got a few minutes a game, he was the GOAT though, he would have has 80 rings if he felt like it, but he sat out games so others can look good. If he played he would average 900 PTS, 800 AST, 7000 REB, 300 BLK, 750 STL, 0 TORNOVERS, and that would be when he is 50!!!!!!!!
@@makis7383 You're assuming that Harden would have became the same player he is today if he had stayed in OKC. At best he would have had to remain a third wheel behind KD and Russ
what a mini movie. Gotta give props, really represents everything russell gave on and off the court. He did so much for the community and was such a fantastic player regardless of his postseason struggles and slander from the public. I really miss watching him play in okc. excited to see him play tonight
When it comes to anything but reporting and articles, Bleacher report does really well.
Say what you want about his game. But you must admit that he is the franchise player of okc.
Tsz Fung Shin nah the franchise player is Terrance Ferguson
Nazir King lol it Shai
Kd was the better player but he snaked off like that so that's facts
Corey Appiah are you dumb?? Kendrick Perkins is obviously the franchise player
He’ll always be a nba legend in okc
This man gives his full heart every single game, you can't say that about a lot of superstars
Full heart but poor IQ
@@andocarrax10 more than you
@@z_kd 🤣🤣🤣
True but not everybody shows their “dawg” the same way
andocarrax10 It’s really not poor Iq. He actually has very good iq but he just tries to force it to happen sometimes. He has made multiple very good iq decisions in his career. His only bad iq thing is he shoots when he doesn’t need to shoot. That is literally the only bad iq thing he does. He makes good passes. He also plays nice not great but nice defense. He can score if he wants.
I’m finna cry tonight okc big 3 was the reason I started watching basketball
Durant, Westbrook and Perkins
D3UCE16 same bro
Yeah same bro
Same here bro!
Same 😔😔✌️
Been an okc fan since 09 I saw the rise and fall of this team and one thing I could say ring or not westbrook made basketball fun to watch every game because his energy was magnetic
Sure he made games look fun, but he made first round playoffs look boring af.
I’m gonna be cutting onions tn
send me a invite I’ll be there too
@@_Zaqvo could I join u guys
WESTBRICKkkkk BACK AT IT
Same bro
this video doesn"t explain how his leadership did not translate as a team player
Cannot wait to see him back tonight in OKC! I'll be wearing my Westbrook jersey again for the final time!
Ethan Hickman stop.
+Ethan Hickman You’re a clown.
@@ethanhickman2437 Correction, Dumb"Ass"
Ethan Hickman imagine calling him westbrick. Look at his career shooting percentage 🤣
Ethan Hickman L
We love you Westbrook ! ❤️
Screw the negative connotations people add to Westbrook's name like "Oh he's just another stat padder, he doesn't pay for the game". Lemme tell y'all something. This man's determination and to play at the highest level is unreal. It's really uncommon to see peak performance on a nightly basis like this. Massive respect
Lebron returned to Cavs and gave them a ring. It would be cool if Harden, Westbrook, Durant, and Ibaka return to OKC and do the same someday.
Wow. That would be absolutely perfect. They would need to do it within a few years because after that I think they will be too old. So if they can work something out either by next season or the season after then it could work
I can see Westbrook going back, and MAYBE James Harden, but Durant won't ever go back. He burned bridges and he was slighted by the fans and the organization. LeBron was too, but Cleveland is his "basically" his hometown. Not sure what to make of Ibaka ever going back to OKC.
Yes that was when OKC was the best team!
Perkins comes out of retirement league sources tell ESPN
No thanks to Durant coming back, the asshole doesn't deserve anything, coward
Westbrook was the reason why I want to play hard. He is my inspiration. Such a dude! He gave his all heart when playing the game.
Rodel James Tamayo respect
Ethan Hickman shut the hell up and get the hell out of this video NOW
Ethan Hickman bruh get out this a video tribute about his days on okc and u in here hating literally get out of this video seriously I'm done with u ppl u never respect him constant stupidity criticism even in the wrong time literally leave now I ain't playing
Lol you were complementing Damian Lilard but then you say Russ is bad because of his playoff record.
@@ethanhickman2437 STFU Ethan Hickman what a gay name😂😂
When i see russel in court i see the energetic kobe when the moment i start watching the NBA.
Kobe Stan's are about to get triggered
Kobe was 100 times better
@@z_kd It started already
@@monkey.dluffy7247 You are factually incorrect my friend, he was better though, can't deny that
When I see Westbrook I see a glimpse of mvp D Rose
y the man has so many haters, westbrook is very entertaining athlete
Because he was a stat padder as of late, although he was super talented he cared about his stats more than his team on okc( I mean after Durant left).
@Broken Glass emotional fanboy. You can't reason with them.
Very entertaining yes but Russ has terrible basketball IQ and as of late stat pads to the extreme to the detriment of the team.
he doesn't conform and he's abrasive. people don't like him he doesn't care and it seems to annoy them
Dean simmons So?The guy has a lot of flaws in his game and career like a lot of basketball player in the league yet still get hated like way too much for a guy that accomplished so much things
hate him or love him, u know he is a must-see on tv
Thank you bro for you inspiration on an off the court. There will never be another like you and you have no idea the lives of the people you impact by just being yourself. The why not mentally? Leaving it all out there every night, giving back to your boys and girls clubs community. Thank you for every thing you do Brodie!
Are you inspired to become a stat padder? I pity you.
Flynny poo the only stats I’m padding is my life, I pity your negativity.
This is the hardest thing to watch as a Thunder Fan. Still getting bashed for his style of play but he’s literally one the only players who gives 110% effort on the court every game. You gotta respect him man.
Westbrook is inspirational
The heart of okc big three
They would’ve went to the finals the following year if kd never left smh.🤦🏽♂️
Westbrook sucks
@@bigcarpetflour3572 sometimes he's a ball hog but he doesn't suck
Highly agree
He doesn’t suck, he just stat pads and forgets about winning.
I truly believe the thunder were a better team in 2016 then the warriors but they just collapsed imagine that thunder team vs lebron in the finals would’ve been so amazing
Well done with this mini movie. So much emotion
Im just cryiing. Love U Russ Goat
Westbrook and kd could have been one of the greatest duos. I'm sad okc dissolved into what it is now...😭😢
Westbrook wasted OKC’s time. Shouldn’t of bothered with him and instead get a proper franchise player who isn’t selfish and can display leadership.
@@flynnd6516 clown
I can’t see Pennywise skitso.
BRo I'm a warriors fan and I will admit that that okc team, with all 3 of them could and should of been one of the greatest teams of all time, with a few rings.
Awesome player.... Driven passionate person... Kind Human Being...
Thank you russ
Thanks for that ring. Sorry, I think I had something in my throat.
We are going to look back 10 years from now after he retires to appreciate his game and the passion and the energy he brung to the game nobody in duh history of the NBA play with the passion and energy God bless Westbrook
I try to play like him like that hustle he has and just the drove to win is amazing
🔥🔥Westbrook’s run in the thunder will b legendary for so many reasons 🔥🔥
Except for rings, lol. (BTW I don’t hate him)
🐐🐐🐐
@@ethanhickman2437 All of us is ?? your existence please go home and watch henti
Ever heard of Michael Jordan?
Flynny poo ever heard of minding your business and letting people have an opinion i don’t have to agree with you dumb bitch
Ethan Hickman the fuck you “???” Ian talking to u dickhead
Not that Westbrook has a bad jump shot but with that athleticism and vertical ... plus Curry’s jump shot and range ... would be a crazy PG ... unstoppable...
GOOSEBUMPS ALL OVER! This Mini Movie was so well done! Props to the team working on this! Going to be so emotional seeing Westbrook back in OKC for the first time after being traded!
I don’t know what the crowd would do when Russ returns, they would be so sad and also happy for him
Better give him the standing ovation he deserves. Russ is the greatest thunder ever
There’s a man that goes under the initials KD. His name is Kevin Durant. You may not have heard of him before.
my favorite player of the 2010s :(
He's why I started watching basketball much respect
I love this guy the way he dunk :)
To have so much energy and passion for this sport seen in every single game he plays, is just amazing.
They forgot the clips of him pointing at the 76ers fan.
13:42 WhAT
Nick Tinson lol u tripping
Who cares...
Let’s forget Sam Presti for a minute but as a Coach BILLY DONOVAN really had Durant, Westbrook, Paul George, Oladipo, Melo, and Ibaka... and he failed to create an ideal offense for ALL OF THEM. Why does he still have a job there
Westbrooks ego didnt allow him to coach
@@tennispie1 Billy Donovan can't coach period
IamaGod StuntGod but somehow he’s got okc in the 7th spot in the western conference with no superstar
@@tennispie1 Every player has an ego, especially a star like Russ. MJ was way too much selfish before Phil Jackson came in 1990. But he taught him how to contol his ego & emotions and win. Russ never had that kind of coach. If he had a coach like Popp, Doc Rivers, Steve Kerr, Brad Stevens etc. trust me...he'd be a lot better mentally but also physically in the court.
@@isaiahsolis50 He's can't coach superstars, that's what we're saying.
I miss his danceoffs with Cameron Payne
I hope the houston rockets will win the championship russ and hard are capable to get the nba title
He’s like a bigger Iverson. Go beastbrook
You just insulted AI and his unbreakable legacy. Who had better shooting? Um AI. Who had better handles? Um AI. Who didn’t stat pad? Um AI.
@@flynnd6516 who doesn’t have a ring... both of them
@@flynnd6516 who played 42 minutes a game just so he could score 30? Ai
It's amazing how they made it all the way to the NBA finals, really wish they would've won it all
Ima rockets fan I started being fan of westbrook when he wad in okc
Thank you russ. Words can’t ever explain how much you have inspired a whole group of young hoopers. You taught that the little guy will always get his, to never give up, and to come out and play with the passion of a man possessed. You are truly an icon to the sport of basketball man. Thunder up. Forever.
Class fans.
Class organization.
Russ is a beast on the court...
Wherever he plays its must-see NBA
From a Westbrook diehard fan, this almost made me cry, he brought so much joy to me, winning his mvp, just watching his insane games when I was 12-13. Thank you Russ
the best franchise player!the thunder energy!and my 1 and only best player in the league today!haters always hate!💪❤☝
I think Westbrook gonna get a triple double. Last team to get that same record Bron has
@@ethanhickman2437 😐😐😐😐😐😐😐😐
@@ethanhickman2437 you must be a Warrior or Lakers fan
@@ethanhickman2437 STFU YOU DUMBASS HATER. CAN YOU DO SOMETHING ELSE BESIDES HATING YOU INCOMPETENT???
Ethan Hickman bro if u hate on ur own team u ain’t a fan of that team bro 😂, like ur dumbass probably thinks liking one player on a team makes u a fan of the team, u probably just a giannis fan
Ethan Hickman bruh why you on this video just to hate on Russell 😂
once Brook sees the OKC logo again he'll subconsciously know is brick time
He's the reason I started watching basketball I can't believe he left OKC... Hope he gets a ring with harden tho
Excellent mini movie. I think the 2016 playoff domination and and first triple double season was a little understated. Plus getting George and Melo was crazy as an Okc fan. Overall great comp. Favorite player man 😢
Westbrook is the reason I play basketball he’s the goat cant wait for the game
This man have a motor like a John Deere tractor
Man this really got my eyes to water love you Russ
Thank You, my favorite player
Absolute tribute, good job Bleacher Report!
A true champion.
I'm a filipino and Ilove NBA💪💪💪 since I'm grade3 he is my idol💪💪💪 RUSSEL WESTBROOK you are my inspiration💪💪💪
You can see from the commentators the praise* he used to get for playing HIS game. He did what his team needed, they went to multiple WCF and a NBA finals. Even after Harden got traded they still could’ve won a title, let’s be honest... injured to their stars is what did them in... after the last game 7 heartbreak KD called it quits. Westbrook was just the easy scapegoat for being loyal. His relentless attitude and force along with his athleticism and improvement in skill and passing was one of the main things moving that young team up “When the playoffs come you know Westbrook will perform”
I will always look up to this man
OKC loves Westbrook! After the 🐍 left Westbrook played his heart out every game and every night! He could have left but he didn’t... he stayed! And That is why we love him here! He’s a legend ❤️🙌🏽
Everytime I see Westbrook n harden on okc all I think is what if seriously!!!
I’d have never seriously watched basketball if it weren’t for this guy!!
This man is the reason I watch NBA basketball. I'm not crying you are😭
I hope he wins a championship soon 💪🏼
My inspiration to get to the NBA and represent my community
13:30 the reason I am a fan and will always support Westbrook. He plays 100% and gives it his all every night.
There's always a "I think you've been blessed with a talent to do it" so you should do it, with every questions asked to him. So that's why there is that word WHY NOT.
People Take ‘This Man for granted way too much
It is like a movie!!
Russell WestGOD!!!
Ngl he deserves the tribute tbh. Thank you, Oklahoma!
0:14 I like those transitions, they did a good job executing.
I see what your doing right there 😂😂😂😂
Man, That’s emotional
Unbelievable 11yrs in OKC
RUSS is the real MVP
I hope that one day you can win a championship
probably this season
Why not ?
You’re the G.O.A.T.
Have you heard of Michael Jordan? If you don’t know who he is, he is basically the greatest of all time. He spent his career at some city called Chicago and a few years at a team named the Wizards or something like that.
Have you heard of Brian Scalibrine. He was so good and soooooo hot that he only got a few minutes a game, he was the GOAT though, he would have has 80 rings if he felt like it, but he sat out games so others can look good. If he played he would average 900 PTS, 800 AST, 7000 REB, 300 BLK, 750 STL, 0 TORNOVERS, and that would be when he is 50!!!!!!!!
Thank you Russwest 🙏🙏🙏
Hey my GOAT,welcome back!!!
You just can't hate someone who gives all his heart to the game.
Bro Bro used to be freaky athletic. In 2k13-14 he used to get to the rim so effortlessly and jam that thang
Cavs vs Thunder would’ve been a great Finals, OKC had the Warriors on the ropes before Klay went off.
Want To Be Like U Someday Westbrook -😎Thru God Strength And Power You’ll Win A Ring 🙏🏾❤️❕
Wouldn’t miss him one bit..true team killer
Russ better have one of the best Tribute videos ever during his name Announcement! We got nothing but Love for you here in OKC.
KD,russell and Harden man what talent
Greatest Thunder of all-time, no debate
Kevin durant
@@Pops34100 Good joke
Ik KD has the edge in scoring titles, but imo Russ is the most impactful player in OKC history
That’s because his supporting cast was trash(excluding Steven Adams). The same would have happened if KD was there.
@@machoboys8884 what was the excuse when he Paul George?
Bruh, that team wasn’t even a championship roster, with or without PG13. TIMBERWOLVES fan btw.
@@JAM_2024 Paul George is highly overrated people need to realize this
PG is not over rated, he is a superstar, but he isn’t gonna make a bad team a championship team like LeBron.
This is really hard for me, you know. I had been playing at OKC for 11 seasons. It's going to be an emotional game for the fans and me.
It's crazy to think that all of the players in the Thunder Big 3 all won MVPs
Great mini movie really appreciate!
im crying
Man I'm crying again
I hope somehow at the end of their careers Durant, Westbrook, Ibaka & Harden, or any mix of, reunite on a team and see what could have been
Imagine if the core of KD, Westbrook, Harden, and Ibaka stayed healthy and stuck together.
Imagine if KD came to Houston and they all finished their careers out together
Had never seen such a dominant aggressive player at that height
Favorite player for a reason
Imissyou westbrook😣
I'm not even a Westbrook fan all like that but his game makes me hype lol
Imagine a team with harden Westbrook and Kd
There already was one and it didn’t work, their games really didn’t complement each others well at all
@@imperialbengal4068 nah they was just too young
@@imperialbengal4068 RUSS WAS 23, KD WAS 23 & HARDEN WAS 22 YOU CASUAL. THEY WERE YOUNG AND HAS NO PLAYOFF EXPERIENCE WHATSOEVER. SO PLEASE STFU.
They also blew a 3-1 lead with playoff experience.
@@makis7383 You're assuming that Harden would have became the same player he is today if he had stayed in OKC. At best he would have had to remain a third wheel behind KD and Russ
Dont mind me, im just saying that transition was smooth af
What a journey