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Westbrook Back to OKC? Not the Best Fit | Oklahoma City Thunder News
Could Russell Westbrook’s return to the Oklahoma City Thunder be the emotional homecoming fans crave—or a risky move that disrupts a championship-caliber roster? While the idea of a final season with his jersey hanging in the rafters is undeniably compelling, the on-court fit doesn’t add up. At 37, Westbrook still demands heavy minutes, but OKC’s current roster can’t accommodate that without disrupting chemistry. The Thunder aren’t rebuilding—they’re contenders—and adding Westbrook, even in a limited role, might derail their momentum. The story may be perfect, but the math doesn’t support it…
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