Russell Westbrook retires from NBA after 18 seasons

Russell Westbrook, a former NBA MVP and the all-time leader in career triple-doubles, announced his retirement after 18 seasons. In a three-and-a-half-minute video posted on social media, Westbrook reflected on his career and emphasized leaving on his own terms. Over his career, he recorded 209 triple-doubles and was a nine-time All-Star. Known for his competitive spirit, Westbrook spent most of his career with the Oklahoma City Thunder, reaching the NBA Finals in 2012.

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