Averaged 20 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists per game, with an annual salary of only 3.6 million! Jokic stated that Westbrook said the NBA is just a business

The NBA is a world where there is not only fighting and killing, but also worldly relationships. War is a theme favored by both the league and fans. War can often inspire the inner competitiveness of stars. Take today as an example. Ayton put on a Lakers jersey and challenged his old club Portland Trail Blazers for the first time. He scored 29 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 blocks on 14 of 19 shots. He led the remnant Lakers to an upset over his old team. It seemed to be saying: You want you to cut me for Yang Hansen? And Powell, who missed three consecutive games and made a high-profile comeback to challenge his old club Clippers away from home. He scored 21 points on 6-of-10 shooting, 2 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal, helping the Heat upset his former team. He seemed to be shouting: Trade me if you can't afford me?

When it comes to fighting against the old master, we have to mention Westbrook! Since leaving the Thunder, Westbrook has changed to 7 teams in the past 7 years, making him the most displaced MVP in NBA history. Westbrook has many old masters, and every time he fights against his old masters, he is particularly energetic! The Nuggets eliminated the Clippers 4-3 in the first round of last season's playoffs. Westbrook made great contributions, especially in G1. Westbrook's key three-pointers and fatal steals helped the team seal the victory; the Nuggets lost 3-4 to the Thunder in the second round of last season's playoffs. Westbrook injured his finger but did not get out of the firing line. He worked hard without complaining, and there was hard work without credit. In the words of Nuggets coach Adelman, Westbrook was one of the key players for the Nuggets to win last season. His energy and defense are irreplaceable, and he showed incredible competitive spirit and endurance.

During this offseason, Westbrook refused to exercise his player option and left Denver Plateau to test the free market. However, it was not until the start of the new season training camp that Westbrook reached a one-year veteran's minimum salary contract with the Kings of $3.6 million. According to the US media, the veteran's minimum salary contract signed by Westbrook is not guaranteed, and the Kings can waive him at any time. For Westbrook, from rejecting the one-year player option of US$3.6 million to signing a one-year, non-guaranteed veteran minimum salary contract of US$3.6 million, the financial loss is negligible. The biggest change is that he has another old club, but what will never change is his youthful fighting spirit.

In the new season, Westbrook started from the bench, but he broke into the starting lineup! Especially when meeting his old club, Westbrook went berserk every game and his performance was remarkable! Against the Lakers, Westbrook played 27 minutes as a substitute, making 6 of 12 shots (4 of 6 three-pointers), 2 of 6 free throws, and contributed 18 points + 6 rebounds + 10 assists + 1 steal; against the Thunder, Westbrook started for 30 minutes and made 6 of 16 shots (three-pointers) 4 of 8), scored 16 points + 9 rebounds + 4 assists + 1 steal; against the Nuggets, Westbrook started for 37 minutes, made 10 of 17 shots (3 of 6 three-pointers), 3 of 3 free throws, and scored 26 points + 12 rebounds + 6 assists + 2 steals.

According to NBA official website statistics, Westbrook played against his old team in three games in the new season, averaging 20 points, 9 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 3.7 three-pointers per game, with a three-point shooting rate of 55%. This is Westbrook. Even though he has been almost ignored throughout the summer, even though he missed training camp for the first time in his career, he has always maintained a good physical condition and competitive state. In the words of the fans, the 37-year-old Westbrook not only shot the highest three-point shooting percentage of his career (39.4%), but also changed his profession and became the starting power forward of the Kings. This signing is so worth it, and the unguaranteed basic salary of 3.6 million US dollars does not require a bicycle.

After the Nuggets VS Kings game, former teammate Jokic talked about Westbrook in an interview and expressed his position publicly. He said bluntly: Although our cooperation time was short, we have a good understanding. Westbrook is a great player and future Hall of Famer, and it’s always a joy to see him on the court! Westbrook himself also decrypted the details of leaving the Nuggets in an interview. He pointedly pointed out: The Nuggets don't want me to come back. They told me not to exercise player options. I will not go to a place that doesn't need me. Since they don't need me, it doesn't matter, there will always be someone who needs me! Fortunately among misfortunes, after a sad summer, Westbrook opened a new chapter with the Kings, proving that he still has gas in the tank.

Say goodbye to his old club and embrace his new one. Westbrook has no regrets. He has long been accustomed to it and accepted it calmly. He said bluntly in an interview: For me, every step of this journey in Denver has positive meaning. No matter what happens, I am grateful to the fans who support me and those who appreciate me. As for business matters, let them be. Bygones are bygones and I am grateful for the opportunity the Kings have given me and I will look forward to a successful conclusion to this season. Westbrook is right, the NBA is just a business, and if you don’t leave me here, I will have my own place! I hope Westbrook can play happily and continue to be himself. Let's watch and cherish it. Fans and friends, what do you think of this? Come and leave me a comment to discuss.