Posts Tagged ‘Russell Westbrook’
Russell Westbrook adopts several Los Angeles middle and high schools (video)
Washington Wizards basketball star Russell Westbrook has partnered with LA Promise Fund to launch the Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle and High Schools, known collectively as Russell Westbrook Why Not? Academy. The Academy adopts several schools throughout the Los Angeles area and makes sure students have access to high-quality athletic programs while balancing a strong…
Read MoreNBA star Russell Westbrook producing film on Tulsa, Oklahoma, race massacre
Washington Wizards point guard Russell Westbrook is partnering with the History Channel to release an in-depth documentary on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. In the travesty which took place over a span of 18 hours on May 31 through June 1, 1921, a white mob attacked residents, homes and businesses in the predominantly Black Greenwood…
Read MoreNBA superstar Russell Westbrook tests positive for COVID-19
Houston Rockets superstar guard Russell Westbrook will not join his teammates in Orlando just yet, as he is quarantining after testing positive for COVID-19. Westbrook broke the news on his Instagram account today. “I tested positive for Covid-19 prior to my team’s departure to Orlando. I’m currently feeling well, quarantined, and looking forward to rejoining…
Read MoreRussell Westbrook threatens racist MAGA supporter at OKC game
SALT LAKE CITY — Famously volatile NBA superstar Russell Westbrook went on a profanity-filled tirade during a Monday night NBA game, threatening an avowed MAGA and Donald Trump supporter who has a history of posting racist Tweets. Westbrook, one of the NBA’s greatest and most popular players, made the threat while standing near the end of the…
Read MoreRussell Westbrook records 100th career triple-double in Atlanta
Reigning NBA MVP Russell Westbrook racked up his 100th career triple-double in Atlanta on Tuesday night. He became just the fourth player to accomplish the feat in the league’s history.
Read More5 must-see games this upcoming NBA season
With football season kicking off and fall on the horizon, the NBA finally released its schedule for the season that starts in about two months. This past offseason a few more stars decided to join other stars in an attempt to finally bring parity back to the league. The attempts, at least for this year,…
Read MorePeyton Manning makes Kevin Durant salty, Russell Westbrook reacts at ESPYs
The ESPYs have evolved into one of the best annual awards shows on television over the years. The event now includes an hour live red carpet special in addition to appearances from some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. On July 12, future Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning hosted this year’s edition. Manning’s almost as well-known…
Read More2017 NBA Awards predictions
The first NBA Awards are set to premiere on June 26 at 9 p.m. The post-draft show will announce all of the major end of the year awards and here are a few names you should look out for in each category. MVP: Russell Westbrook Regardless of what your opinion is on his playing style,…
Read MorePoor decisions keeping Kyrie Irving from being the best point guard in the NBA
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving scored a playoff career high of 42 points after twisting his ankle in the third quarter of the Game 4 win (112-99) against the Boston Celtics. The Celtics led for most of the first three quarters, even leading by as much as 16, but Irving took over the game when star…
Read MoreRussell Westbrook’s style of play coming back to bite Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook added another historic triple-double to his growing list of career accomplishments in Game 2 against the Houston Rockets. Westbrook finished the night with 51 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds — but it meant nothing to him after the game. “I don’t give a f— about the [stat]line. We…
Read MoreDavid Fizdale and other insane quotes from the NBA playoffs
The fierce nature of competition comes out in full force when the element of elimination is included. In the NBA Playoffs, teams play laying everything on the line, whether the sacrifice is physical or emotional. Only entering day four of this year’s playoffs, multiple examples of this on-court passion spilling into post game conferences have already been…
Read MoreWestbrook, Curry setting NBA records, but it doesn’t matter
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook has 11 more games to eclipse Oscar Robertson’s NBA record of 41 triple doubles in a season. Westbrook leads the 21 players and overall NBA record of 79 triple doubles this season. Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio set the new league record of 79 on March 5, with over…
Read MoreRussell Westbrook’s 11th triple-double helps to keep Hawks’ losing streak alive
Russell Westbrook is the early favorite to capture the 2016 NBA MVP. The star of the Oklahoma City Thunder star recorded his sixth straight triple-double against the struggling Atlanta Hawks by scoring 32 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and dishing 12 assists. Westbrook’s sixth straight triple-double is the longest streak since Michael Jordan recorded seven straight…
Read MoreSteph Curry or Russell Westbrook? Gary Payton reveals which point guard is best
Steph Curry and Russell Westbrook are battling for a chance to lead their respective teams to the NBA Finals. Both point guards currently stand as two of the top floor leaders in the NBA. Gary Payton, a prominent point guard during his playing days with the Seattle Sonics, recently spoke with rolling out and shared…
Read MoreRussell Westbrook hosts NBA LIVE ’16 preview party at Terminal 23 in New York City
This past weekend, celebrities, influencers and gaming enthusiasts gathered for the invite-only #RISETOGETHER NBA LIVE 16 preview party at Terminal 23 in Midtown Manhattan. NBA All-Star and NBA LIVE 16 cover athlete Russell Westbrook joined guests in testing the game’s newest features, graphics and gameplay. Each guest was also given an opportunity to shoot hoops at…
Read MoreHennessy V.S took over NYFW
On Sunday afternoon, Hennessy V.S supported the Grungy Gentleman’s menswear collection fashion presentation at Chelsea Piers during New York Fashion Week.
Read MoreNBA star Russell Westbrook proposes to longtime girlfriend Nina Earl
Russell Westbrook and Nina Earl engaged She said yes! Congrats are in order for NBA baller Russell Westbrook and his college sweetheart Nina Earl. Yesterday, the long time couple who met during their tenure at UCLA, announced via Instagram, that they are now engaged. And check out the 6-piece elongated cushion cut sparkler Earl’s rocking,…
Read MoreBlack millionaire: Highest paid NBA endorsers
In 2013, the top 100 professional athletes brought in almost three-quarters of a billion dollars in athlete endorsements ($772 mill). This accounts for over 70% of the estimated $1.1 billion spent on athlete endorsements each year. This list is a tribute to the athletes that are dominating the athlete endorsement industry. Believe it or not,…
Read MoreTrey Songz gets cozy with an ex at the ‘GQ’ Men of the Year Party
Singer Trey Songz arrived arm in arm with his ex, jewelry designer Tanaya Henry, at the 2013 GQ Men of the Year Party held at Ebell Club of Los Angeles Tuesday night. Songz and Henry joined a long list of A-list celebrities, including Columbus Short, Meagan Good, Kevin Durant, Serge Ibaka and more for GQ’s…
Read MoreNBA star Russell Westbrook working on ‘Vogue’ cover?
Russell Westbrook has recently taken the lead in many fashion conversations about the NBA, and it looks like the fashion elite are starting to take notice as well. As NYFW slips into gear, the Oklahoma City Thunder’s guard was spotted front row with Vogue‘s Editor In Chief, Anna Wintour during Rag & Bone’s Spring 2014 Women’s Collection Show,…
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