"Nine-time NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook has agreed to sign with the Sacramento Kings, ESPN confirmed Wednesday through his agent Jeff Schwartz of Excel Sports Management. The 2017 MVP joins the Kings ahead of his 18th NBA season, giving Sacramento an experienced option in a backcourt that lacked depth a year ago. Westbrook, who turns 37 in November, spent last season with the Denver Nuggets, averaging 13.3 points, 6.1 assists and 4.9 rebounds in 75 games while shooting 44.9% from the field."
"He remained unsigned through the summer as he weighed options before finalizing terms with the Kings this week. He's expected to join the team later this week. The Kings ranked 28th in bench scoring and 29th in assists per game last season, areas where Westbrook's playmaking and energy could make an immediate impact. Perry has emphasized building a team that plays with effort and urgency, traits that have defined Westbrook's career. Westbrook is the NBA's all-time leader in triple-doubles (203) and ranks eighth in assists."
Russell Westbrook has agreed to sign with the Sacramento Kings and will join the team ahead of his 18th NBA season. The 2017 MVP averaged 13.3 points, 6.1 assists and 4.9 rebounds in 75 games for the Denver Nuggets last season while shooting 44.9% from the field. Westbrook remained unsigned through the summer before finalizing terms with Sacramento and is expected to join the team later this week. The Kings ranked 28th in bench scoring and 29th in assists last season, where Westbrook's playmaking, energy and urgency could provide immediate help. Westbrook is the NBA's all-time leader in triple-doubles and ranks eighth in assists.
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