Russell Westbrook drops 2 word cryptic take on potential retirement after 18th NBA season

Russell Westbrook dropped a two-word cryptic message on his potential retirement after his first season with the Sacramento Kings. When it looked like Mr. Triple Double would sit out his first NBA season, the Kings came to his rescue and signed him to a one-year deal.

On Sunday, Westbrook spoke to the media for the first time since coming to Sacramento. During his media appearance, Mr. Triple Double was asked questions about his motivation heading into his 18th season in the league and more.

During one segment, a reporter asked him if the upcoming season was his last in the league. The former league MVP did not dodge the question but instead dropped a two-word response that suggested a possible end of his career.

"Yeah, right," he said. (Timestamp: 3:52)

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Russell Westbrook's career is one of the most admirable individual careers in the league. He started his career on a young OKC Thunder alongside Kevin Durant and James Harden. He won the league MVP award in 2017 and has earned nine All-Star nominations.

However, Westbrook's career went downhill after his brief stint with the Lakers. He was reduced from a league MVP point guard to a sixth man on the bench. However, despite the ups and downs, he has been adamant in his game and was a key player in the Nuggets' postseason run last season.

Russell Westbrook credits his family for motivating him for his 18th season

During his media appearance, another reporter asked Russell Westbrook to reveal the motivation heading into his 18th season. The former league MVP kept his response simple and started it with a one-word answer, before delving into the details.

"Family," Westbrook said. (Timestamp: 3:58) "My family, my supporters, the ability to be able to be grateful and blessed, the ability to be able to have lamps and things that work, and be able to use them." "Using this platform to build other parts of my life and businesses and just overall fun I have while playing and enjoying the game is something I will never ever take for granted."

Later, Westbrook was asked about having a chip on his shoulder and it proving to be extra motivation for him. Mr. Triple Double said that he was used to having a chip on his shoulder and was blessed to have doubters. Lastly, he said that he was grateful to have an opportunity to go out and compete.

Edited by Avi Shravan