Russell Westbrook on Being a Laker, Playing with LeBron, AD & Melo, & That Pickup Game Against Kobe

Russell talks about coming to the Lakers, returning home to Los Angeles, playing with LeBron, Anthony Davis & Carmelo Anthony on Team USA, a mural of him showing up in LA, taking the number 0, being the all-time leader of triple-doubles in the NBA, his documentary Passion Play, and playing pickup ball against Kobe when he was in college.
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[@chrisswanson4681]

While Russ was in OKC I cooked for him and his family during the Finals. Russ, Dad, mother and brother all very kind people. He called me personally at the restaurant (Flint) every home game to keep the restaurant open. The staff would gather around the phone, and wait to see who I asked to stay!!. The first time his pops tipped me like 600.00. Love Russ Good luck in L.A. get that Chip.

[@JohnWick-gl6mw]

Great story my guy ‼️

[@waventures855]

I love Flint. Go there when I’m home (OKC).

[@WeBrEaThGaMiNg]

@@peacockmusicpage way to be toxic bro

[@thenewthing9751]

@@WeBrEaThGaMiNg bro woke up on the wrong side of the bed💀😭

[@grownmangamer942]

Cool story man. I like to hear things like that. I’m rooting for him.

[@ryanhoffmann6393]

He just looks happy, like he can’t stop smiling good for him

[@smoothtexasguy8101]

Russ literally looked mad and disgruntled his entire career

[@MainyD]

👍

[@slurpslurpslurpslurpslurps4613]

Wait till he aint averaging numbers he wants

[@son_of_egg]

@@slurpslurpslurpslurpslurps4613 nah I think he’s good on the stats. He got his awards and in the history books. Now he will do whatever is necessary to win a ship

[@James-9999]

Right this has to be one of the happiest he’s been talking to media, glad to see it

[@TheKrazyinjun]

As an OKC fan man I miss Russ. Wish nothing but success for him.

[@usaspy1]

Magic in 3

[@danreid7411]

Don’t worry about russ we got him now, you have a seat and we take it from here

[@nigellewis2132]

Mr. OKC , Mr Triple Dub.

[@Jasonsteel334]

I wish he wore that skirt on that couch.

[@justincase9337]

@@danreid7411 😂😂😂

[@danielkeats6891]

Russ looks the happiest I’ve ever seen him since he’s joined this team

[@dezziliodevellini9533]

Based on my knowledge of his "added immediate family members, he has twin girls whom he adores. I saw a picture of the twin: HEAVENLY! His smiles are that of contentment... the kind most of us desire it. I am happy, when those whom I cherish are also happy.

[@comfykeegs]

LOL Cuz he’s now living in LA where he can cross dress without ridicule

[@patepic1046]

@Mitchell BENNETT well either the nets or lakers going to win it so get used to it the bucks and suns only got to the finals cause lakers and nets weren’t healthy

[@abdurrahim4910]

@Mitchell BENNETT well you better get used to it .

[@danielkeats6891]

@Samuel Villanueva I didn’t say he’d be good lmao

[@m_js5709]

Russ got that underrated comedic timing. When he's being interviewed by someone who isn't annoying the hell out of him, his charisma really shines through. Makes sense all his teammates talk glowingly about him.

[@TorysSideQuests]

@J S damn

[@geezylo7751]

He sucks..!!! Luka wayyyyyy better.!!!!

[@markspeedy7421]

@J S I don't see Luka in the halls

[@jimmyryan3781]

@J S seek therapy weirdo

[@jasonfawkes8137]

Everyone: Claps That one guy: "YEAH RUSS! YEAH!"

[@Jindsing]

That guy is cringe annoying

[@ericchoi1515]

@@Jindsing what’s wrong with that?

[@rafaeladrianmarrero9515]

Jajajajajajajajajaj yeaaaaa.

[@SuperRobertoClemente]

I'm with "that one guy" and I'm not even a Lakers fan

[@komi8628]

@@Jindsing you're cringe

[@TheNamronTV]

I’ve never seen Russel Westbrook this happy before, happy for him that he gets to experience playing for his hometown lakers.

[@aaronfore1751]

You dont even know him. You just see him on television.. I'm sure he is way more happier in person

[@corrupt3962]

@@aaronfore1751 why you so mad?

[@aaronfore1751]

@@corrupt3962 Mad?

[@corrupt3962]

@@aaronfore1751 u already got ratio’d bud😂

[@aaronfore1751]

@@corrupt3962 Oh ok. I just want you to be happy man.

[@FULLmeltHASH]

This was great, a rare Russ interview

[@doe_shun7871]

@Henry Hall sure

[@russwest9248]

@Henry Hall yeah okay, he's too old, just like Lebron James was years ago right

[@IbrahimLakeShow]

As a life long Lakers fan, I’m so happy to see him finally in a Lakers uniform 💜💛

[@joaquimlopez7376]

Same

[@castlejrichardson6308]

Yup they know what's at stake bring home CHIP 🏆🏀💜💛💜💛

[@AyooSteezyMike]

He’s always been a Lakers killer so to have him with us and not against us is exciting!!

[@jasonblack277]

lakergang gang letgo

[@sramoore0075187]

And as a Sacramento Kings fan I’m worried lol

[@oscarlopezjr3]

The smile and excitement on his face when he starts explaining playing in LA. Russ is a happy man. God bless him and his family.

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[@robertgrace7855]

Side note the dude in the audience is the real mvp 🤣 “yea russ!” 😂

[@darnellmagruder283]

Mr. Westbrook; Thank you for raising the level of play in DC while you were there, been a Bullet/Wiz fan for over fifty-plus years, and the last time I saw that type of intensity is when we won our only title, four plus decades ago. We got a nice haul in the trade ( Kuzma, KCP, & Harrell) and that gives a chance to have a good year in the DMV, again thank you Russ.

[@lukatunjic670]

One of the few Wizards fans speaking respectfully of Westbrook. We had a season to remember. Good luck, and remember Russ didn't try and steal Beal :)

[@Kingsareboss]

@@lukatunjic670 Hey man almost every Wizards fan loves Russ trust me I actually live in the DMV and he’s treasure. A lot of fans thought that we hated Russ because we were pretty upset when John was traded because we had waited years to see him play again so it was natural for us to be a bit upset. That doesn’t change that we all love Russ and wish him the best. Most understand that the media stretched the hell out of that story with Brad too lol.

[@BaronKilaton]

KCP is the best player in the haul on both sides of the ball. I don’t know why Kuzna and Harrel vanish in the playoffs.

[@Kingsareboss]

@@BaronKilaton I think Harrel’s size becomes an issue in the playoffs and as for Kuzma, I think he will be different this year with a proper role

[@roberttruesdale7062]

@@Kingsareboss he had a chance to show he could be the 3rd scorer and every role in between, all the way to down to just rebounding and defending this year but he was inconsistent consistently no matter the role he had. He'll look good at times though but don't get your hopes up

[@cyberbron2077]

Russ a real one for breaking out of jail to do this interview

[@DjCleo24]

Idk why it took me a min to get it 😂🤣

[@mr.albert2847]

I bet he wouldn’t wear that dress in prison

[@mpkobe24]

Glad he’s a Laker! He seems excited to be back home, and now with his mamba mentality needs to get that chip. Let’s go Lakers!

[@newtempphone-ash9507]

so is L.A. he's a good dude

[@jonhlopez5955]

Mamba mentality is beat the best to be the best. Not join for an easy attempt to get a ring

[@josephbowen5640]

@@jonhlopez5955 That also What KD with the Warriors Outside of that KD can't Win a Chip Also joined the nets to Win more chips Easy Way Out for Him has Well. 1. LAKERS LAKERS LAKERS 2. Bucks 3. 76ers 4. Nuggets 5. Mavs flippers& nets Won't Win Jack True LAKER & RAIDER Fan Since 79 Not lebum Bisexual Fan

[@jonhlopez5955]

@@josephbowen5640 I agree with KD. James didn't get a ring until he joined Miami. I know it's the "new" thing but these rings don't hold the value as others. U said since 79 lol so I know u probably rather see super stars vs super stars not joining. Shows lack of competitiveness. Not a fan of the Nets but if they're healthy, I think they take .

[@jaredlhulum]

@@jonhlopez5955 but unlike KD joining the Warriors, Miami was knocked out of the first round in the playoffs the previous season, so we can't compare LeBron joining the Heat and making it a championship contender to KD making the warriors an indomitable team that was already a championship team. Just saying

[@AD-rk7gx]

Dude seems so polite and nice . Love the competitiveness he brings and maturity off the court

[@vuksgitau]

He is nice in real life that's what everybody says.

[@edwardndriskoll]

Russ is gonna be legit in LA. People need to believe in the hometown kid. Just factz. A1. ⛳ 👏

[@sr.7862]

I believed in him when he was here in OKC, but he couldn't get it done!! With the team that is there in will be a lot easier. I've been a Lakers fan my whole life I hate to say it but they should've went a different direction and got Buddy Heild instead..!! 3's instead of 2's is the difference in the game.. See he is already talking triple doubles and that mentality is 1 thing that what will make the Lakers lose..!! He isn't a team player. You will see..!!

[@waynelpop1]

@@sr.7862 ppl can change, he may learn from his past mistakes.

[@sr.7862]

@@waynelpop1 May is the key word, but since he left OKC it hasn't happened..!! His style of play is great if it was the 90's.! He won't change unfortunately. In time you will see. If he could've when Durant was still there we would've won at least 1 championship.! Remember this post later and I don't care about " I told you so!!" It's about winning the championships..

[@Krillinish2]

Much levit

[@IKaizeRI]

So levit

[@kckc7140]

Ima need Russ to shut the haters up this upcoming season, they've been real disrespectful lately, Remind them why u an MVP Brodie!!!

[@sr.7862]

MVP is a individual award NOT a team award.. I rooted him for years.. I was a Lakers fan since a child. Until Oklahoma got a professional team. I still root for them but have to represent our team. Especially since we never had one until the Thunder. !! I'm telling you he IS NOT a team player..!!.! They should've got Heild from Kings instead..!! 2's and ball hogging doesn't win Championships..!! 3's and assists and team ball/sharing does !!. In this video he's talking about record's for triple doubles. Lakers will not win if he's making triple doubles.! Watch and learn young man .!!

[@Kermit_T_Frog]

Actually, I feel sorry for him. Seems like a good enough guy. But unless he completely changes his game, he's not going to help LA much. Maybe to give James and Davis rest during the regular season. God help LA if he is their 1st option on offense for the playoffs. And if he's taking all the shots, he will deserve all the hate coming his way.

[@stevenlopez1255]

lol bro most of his haters were laker fans smh

[@sr.7862]

@@stevenlopez1255 Haters!! 😂 Lmao I supported him for a decade at OKC!!.. I'm a Boomer born and bred right here in good ol Oklahoma!! Hater's lol I know his game to a T.!!..

[@aggelostzimagiorgis]

lately?? he is the most disrespected and one of the most hated players in the league for many years

[@nani6020]

Good vibes, he's always smiling. Hope he gets the ring this season

[@Captain_Squig]

russel has looked so happy since becoming a laker maybe he ll average a quadruple double this season

[@Fraudkovic]

Quadruple single maybe

[@weilunkang]

@@Fraudkovic lol

[@jishafish5691]

with turnovers maybe

[@lowellmsipha3251]

I hope tf not! He has to be a team player. Share responsibilities. He keeps his triple doubles and the Lakers probably don’t win the chip

[@1990758]

You have memory loss he was the same way in Houston

[@Alphriel]

Can't tell why people are hating on him, he's a genuinely cool guy and a great player at the end of the day.

[@youtubeMyspaceGoogleYourYahoo]

efficiency. Also effectiveness in recent playoffs. and this is coming from a russ stan. looking forward to the start of the season. looking forward to him getting a ring

[@WoodChuckChuck122]

Definitely a great person. I don’t find anything wrong with people talking bad about his play tho. Fans debate all the time

[@smtravis100]

People can’t handle the intensity because they don’t possess the same passion for their craft like he does, bottom line. What he brings to the game is far more valuable than what the numbers say.

[@chrispettis1486]

I'm a lakers fan and a westbrook fan. But go wear a dress & post it on your fb. Then get back with me

[@Alphriel]

@@chrispettis1486 ah yeah I forgot about this. I actually commend him for going for that self expression. he doesn't let others stop him from being himself (even on the court)

[@mohammedalim7958]

Such a charismatic man. Huge fan. Hope he has a good season

[@princellasmith7562]

This is the happiest I have ever seen Russell Westbrook. Pulling for him!

[@humbleprogress1226]

I think he's always happy and we just don't see it. These players live good, fun lives surrounded by family and friends. We only see them while competing or being angry after losses. Like he said, that's not the real him off court.

[@youtubetv8235]

I can’t wait to see Russ play in that purple and gold uniform.

[@jonathanperry6302]

Yes super teams always make the sport more competitive 👍

[@thomastrain63]

In that purple and gold uniform. It’s called a lakers jersey. You don’t even know he’s gonna play for the lakers? You think it’s called Los Angeles purple and gold?

[@lewis3947]

@@thomastrain63 u need help

[@anthonyrodriguez2382]

@@thomastrain63 dang bro? Why you all butt hurt? It was a dang reference. He knows who he's talking about

[@youtubetv8235]

@@thomastrain63 kid…..

[@malo6411]

I gotta go to sleep and get ready for tomorrow cause I got school but I’ll watch this

[@carlosmarquez1170]

Goodnight

[@nicholascarroll4491]

night bro

[@thariqmuchiri3088]

'"I like our chances" - was a great response.

[@tloc243]

Political answer

[@joebidens_touchyhands9477]

The chance of Kyrie not taking the vaccine. That's the only way Nets won't win it all.

[@capstonepropertyadvisors8658]

That dude that was yelling "RUSS" in the crowd is definitely ready for the season. i think will play his hardest now that he is back home.

[@wnp2856]

Time stamp?

[@crewneckchris4957]

@@wnp2856 you can hear him whenever the crowd goes nuts

[@arvinjaypadilla8975]

just by hearing russ talk, you know he's happy and excited to play for purple and gold.

[@JoeyKillerG]

I never get tired of great Kobe stories.

[@lorenzocacchione2041]

I've always been Bron biggest fan, and I really hope he, AD and Russ, are gonna find that chemistry real soon to dominate this league.

[@vuksgitau]

You forgot Mello

[@mrintel10]

3peat

[@MrClebophd]

I am not so sure that they need that much chemistry. I mean, if they always have a rested LeBron or Westbrook on the court, they can dominate the ball, distribute and destroy the opposing teams in so many different ways. Depending on match-ups, AD, LeBron, Westbrook or Melo might have the ball more. Chances are that one of them will have a very favorable match-up...

[@joebidens_touchyhands9477]

🎵Superteam! Superteam! It's Superteamyyyy yoww! 🎶

[@wench296]

✔️✔️✔️

[@sergiobowers6930]

Russell is hella chill, it's going to be exciting watching him & Lebron on the same team, not to mention Carmelo & Davis, yowza!

[@dcdenizen1275]

Caremolo 😂

[@hunchoG20]

I watched this mans whole career I’m a laker fan 4 life but since 2011 those dunks got me hooked on that mad playing style he has, very great competitor. Its freaking awesome to have him in the lake show I have his thunder jersey and now laker jersey. When everyone hated him I was always on his side great to have him here 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@truthunfolded1300]

Westbrook seems very likable,

[@Krillinish2]

It’s weird hearing anyone call AD just “Anthony”

[@imsohandsome]

You heard him Davis but never anthony,,, something fresh and not that bad

[@ekathproductions]

@@imsohandsome he don’t like being called Anthony

[@SuperToocool4skool]

I was wondering who he was talking about 🤔

[@AqwDragulum]

Carmelo Anthony Davis

[@lindayoung7129]

I never seen Westbrook smile so much!!!!! This one HAPPY FELLA!!!

[@igrojikku2212]

Russ saying he was 16/17 as a sophomore at UCLA has me so confused

[@cnczy1036]

How is no one else talking about this lol. You should be 19/20 sophomore year lol

[@BlvdRo91]

You don't have to be enrolled at the school to run pick-up games in the gym when you are a top high-school player who they want to recruit.... its not complicated

[@BlvdRo91]

@Davit M so here's the thing bro.... You not liking Russ has nothing to do with my overall point. I've played pick up games at the Bulls practice facility in Deerfield yet I wasn't on the team or G league affiliate or even a pro or amateur hooper. You can play ball in an open gym without any connections to a program. The rest is all semantics

[@chadwillett619]

@@BlvdRo91 so here's the thing bro, Russ said he was going into his sophomore year at UCLA so he was obviously enrolled. listen to the man speak, it's not complicated.

[@sirreddington8840]

"He's a smart Guuuuyyy" do do do do do do. "Smart Guy, Smart Guy"

[@charlesvicencio2461]

Of all the big three from OKC, Russ is the only one who doesn’t have any off court drama.

[@Maxmillianr1]

Harden and KD don’t wear dresses

[@1990758]

Smh Everyone has problems you just don't know about it

[@Leo-tn3ep]

what off court drama does kevin durant have

[@metalheadblues]

@@Leo-tn3ep Lana Rhoades 😆

[@eyewatch2see77]

@@Maxmillianr1 Russ was wearing a *KILT < worn by men of VALOR* .. (know your history) Westbrook was representing NEW YORK's "fashion week" in the BIG APPLE.

[@musiclover6842]

I love this guy! I came here after watching some interviews hilarious but this side of Russel is just amazing. He is someone I can look up to for inspiration and motivation (jokes also).

[@catherinehendrickson2809]

Ground Zero. Nowhere to go but up. Your gonna do great things. Enjoy the moments.

[@marcodaviderusso3557]

Not a Russell fan, but I loved every second of this interview

[@danielr3424]

I was at Equinox in Los Angeles working out in 2013 and Russ was there with an OKC trainer working out. I could not stop staring at him because he seemed small on TV compared to the other NBA players but he was gigantic in person and his workouts were so intense. He obviously caught on and paused in the middle to say hello and we exchanged a few words. He seemed like a very humble and nice guy then.

[@afa1216]

I'm amazed at how different he looks since he became a Lakers... Now here's always smiling, and so nice in his interviews. I used to watch his past interviews when he buries the reporters with his answers...

[@AkaMiskeen]

He’s always been this way for every team he has played for. Nothing has changed.

[@1990758]

LMAO He was like that With the Houston Rockets

[@justthinkkmore1908]

He had on the dress too. And he went to the lakers. He love the fame and money. He leveled up.

[@DylanWolfram14]

Westbrook is so damn big. He could be a football player for real

[@carravaggiomikelson870]

And imagine lebron and AD makes him look small...🤣😭

[@withjermaine]

yeah he’s very close to 6’5 like 225 bro is a beast

[@justinwongkato]

@@carravaggiomikelson870 WB makes ad look really thin when they do interview sitting

[@obitriceforlife5771]

@@withjermaine nah he’s 6’3

[@officialdownload4]

@@obitriceforlife5771 6’4 actually

[@the5-starreview871]

Every time I see Russell Westbrook, I start smiling. The man is finally at home. The Lakers will win the Title in 5 games

[@1990758]

He won't be here for long His next move will be the clippers or golden state

[@trumpameri1638]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@trumpameri1638]

Sarcasm

[@joebidens_touchyhands9477]

😂😂😂😂 Funny. I guess you're hoping Kyrie won't take the vaccine. If he doesn't, Lakers have a 90% chance of winning the title. If Kyrie takes it, that 90% goes down to 10%. Nobody is beating a fully healthy Nets in the playoffs.

[@roundtableknight14]

Nobody gonna say anything about how Russ said he was 16 or 17 his sophomore year at UCLA?? I love this man lmao

[@SRTWess]

Literally 😂

[@FACTZ973]

I immediately caught that. 😆

[@oDDkiDD]

Facts 😂😂😂

[@n.h.3898]

He was 18, turning 19 in his sophomore year (07-08) since he was born on 11/12/88... i am not from the us, but isnt that rather common?

[@arccz8540]

@@n.h.3898 yes and no, common for athletes but not for regular scholars.

[@Jedi-Biggs]

This dude about to go crazy this season! Can't wait to watch!

[@andychoo2639]

"What? What are talking about bro" is the most iconic Brodie moment

[@df4480]

When Westbrook was with our Rockets he hated that Harden was lazy on defense. He wanted the Rockets to bring it every night with energy and passion. Harden just didn’t have that mentality..

[@sk03dogs]

So wrong bro ahaha Russ was the problem dude wasn’t efficient and doesn’t have what it takes to make people around him better

[@Lewatchman]

Harden literally had to carry the whole offense, no wonder he doesn't try on D

[@Pluto-kk6pd]

This is why I want the Lakers to win this Championship he's happy to be home and I'm happy that he's home cuz I miss La everyday that's passion he Sean for his City and we will forever love our city

[@leonyses2887]

Haha Harden fans… so many excuses for his lack of defense and his disappearances in the tough playoff games. Dude needs a sports psychologist.

[@kma997]

It’s true. Westbrook was also upset about harden not showing up to study Film etc.

[@AVWAP]

Lakers gonna be so much fun to watch. We got one badass crew!

[@lildurkotf]

Russ really took the mamba mentality, plays every game like his last ✊ RIP Kobe

[@InterestSpy]

I’m excited to see Russ play for the Lakers! He’s got that killer mentality 😈 but he’s so nice too.

[@danielt7208]

" I Like our chances" ROFL :D now lakers in 9th position LOL !

[@phyllisseidl9117]

The triple double GOAT. Welcome to LA Russ.

[@onlyfacts3178]

stat padder gota.

[@phyllisseidl9117]

@@onlyfacts3178 still have to get them

[@onlyfacts3178]

@@phyllisseidl9117 yes, Onwers get more money with marketing. So coaches allow this type of behaviour even if your team loses the game.

[@jonmolina948]

Can’t wait for 🧱 City!

[@eyewatch2see77]

*@Phyllis Seidl* what you mean welcome to LA Russ .... *Russ is home, he's from LA* .. you mean welcome to the Lakers

[@callies300]

Russ is a good dude! He’s going to be great this year. The league has no clue what’s about to happen… right situation, right teammates, right energy!

[@danielabraham5901]

And then AD gets injured with his glass self.

[@josephmontoya7730]

@@danielabraham5901 💀

[@Black____]

Yep…Most are thinking the old russ going to show up for this team, but he’s going to dial his game down and conform for this squad

[@Djangoisback]

You right a lot of losing. All the hype for no reason at all.

[@leonyses2887]

Yeah but the first 20 games or so the haters are going to be out saying how right they were about Russ. 😂 Tired of those fools lol. Takes about 20 for new teams to figure it out.

[@Chinyccd]

I love the guy who keeps screaming “YEAH RUSS YEEEAH!”

[@lambertedl]

I’ve always loved the way he plays the game, felt the same with AI. So glad he’s a Laker.

[@Joker-vt5sb]

Most people don’t know there’s a beast inside his happy face

[@TH1NK_BLU3_495]

It was inevitable for Russ to be a Laker! Lets Go Lakers!!💛💜💛💜💛💜

[@AaronOBrien97]

An amazing talent. One of those guys who’ll be appreciated way more when he’s done. All-time great.

[@andrzejkubiak1461]

When he's done he's gonna be more appreciated because he will be remembered by his stats, not by his game. Just like with Karl Malone or Wilt Chamberlain. Russ has a tremendous talent but it seems he hasn't fully internalized the fact that basketball is a team sport and the goal is to make the team win, not to accumulate stats by grabbing uncontested rebounds from his teammates and jacking up ill advised threes from the logo. And on defense the goal is to get a stop, not necessarily to get a steal. As long as he plays that way, he needs to be the main guy and you can't win with him as your main guy. The only way it works in LA is if Lebron relegates him to a supporting role and he accepts that. So, either he's an allstar or they win.

[@OscarBenben]

Let’s go Russ 🙏🏼 hopefully your time has come mate

[@lowbo47omsascotave]

*Eastside Low Bottoms sh*t !* _Tappin' in from South Central LA_ Shout out to Lil Russ. Good seeing you again at the District on Sunday. Welcome back home soldier ! *LET'S GET IT !* 🤜🏾💥🤛🏾

[@romayojr]

what a great interview. can't wait to watch the documentary

[@oscarmorales3243]

20 20 20. Add that up Rolling 60’s. Rip NIP I see what you did Russ lol

[@torrinjohnson4847]

Facts I peeped too

[@jaysolo237]

You just figured that out

[@papa_p4965]

He had his 20-20-20 game against the lakers and he dedicated it to him during the post game interview

[@Marshall_Stacks]

Sure thing, closeted gun guy.

[@kevinbunn7915]

I'll take this guy any day of the week. He's not a perfect player, nobody is, but he's the kinda guy you wanna have on your team. Excited he's a Laker

[@faroukhakkani2897]

Russ will average 25,10,10 and lead the team in all 3 categories because lebron n ad will play less minutes

[@justfacts1841]

@@faroukhakkani2897 dont forget he’ll average 5 turnovers too HAHHHHAH

[@faroukhakkani2897]

@@justfacts1841 maybe 4.5 lol

[@StatikFresh4]

My Guy Russ !! I’m glad you’re home King 🙏🏽 keep glowing . Time to get a ring 🏆

[@highlyfavored4144]

The character and attitude of this man is truly inspiring. 💯 They say you can learn allot from an individual just from the words they speak. Wishing nothing but continued success for this man!

[@ron357]

He shoulda said “why not” when asked about guaranteeing the chip

[@karateflix]

Nah, he knows why not. Because things come back to bite you in the butt. Rather just show and prove.

[@FunGoverner]

Thunder legend Brodie. Get that ring🥲

[@Merhawi213]

I will definitely check out the documentary russ!!! big fan of your style of playing and everything from africa/Ethiopia.

[@chrisnvibesmusic]

GREAT ANSWER AT THE END BRODIE 💪🏾 why make that promise to the fans tbh! Anything can happen

[@LeBeautiful]

BRODIE just keeping it factual. Love his energy

[@stygod8586]

I like how nervous he seems. Shows there’s a human side to somebody so big time. Love Russ, welcome home man!

[@DJTeddyJetts]

He doesn't look nervous to me at all. He looks relaxed and excuted to me.

[@stygod8586]

Well I just picked up on him picking his fingers and that.

[@ronjaime3493]

I'm 51 yrs old been a basketball/Lakers/Clippers fan for as long as I can remember excited for this season and the new edition of Westbrook.

[@user-zr8fo2cb1b]

7:58 I'm fvcking hyped up!! Lezzgoo lakeshow

[@Andy_M986]

Always liked Russ,even as a lifelong Celtics fan,he is class in every way.

[@thefunkphenomenon]

How did I not notice that Brody has a Rodman rasp to his voice before?

[@toltaldominationx7183]

Man I'm ready for the season to start. I'm a huge Nuggets fan but basketball fan first and foremost. Hope it's a great season!

[@NotYourTypicalLakersFan]

Can’t wait for the season to start

[@kellsAC1]

Sounds like a humble beautiful human being

[@rickymurray]

This guy is one of the most fortunate people on earth. Has everything going for him!

[@1990758]

That's a very interesting hypothesis Because no one other than God has everything going with them

[@1990758]

Do not worship false gods

[@jso19801980]

if someone is young and healthy and in a good family thats 99.99%...they cant ask for more than that..so not just russ

[@sexyturkos58]

You are such a great person Russ!!! Wish you all the best for the coming season

[@RayR]

Gotta love Russel. He brings a lot of joy to the game. As a Laker fan I'm happy to see him play for us. I think it will work out.

[@Marvel_fan-ec8zf]

We need to see Jimmy kimmel interview Jimmy fallon

[@CheefChaos]

Only if Jimmy Carr is on the couch as ed McMahon

[@will9961]

Didn't they do that one time 🤔 I feel like I remember that happening

[@mj_1258]

@@will9961 yes!

[@Marvel_fan-ec8zf]

@@will9961 I don't think they interviewed each other, they just defined the difference between each other

[@tthomas3427]

No We Don't

[@CheefChaos]

Lakers best shot is this year, LB and AD got an early break thanks to my Suns.

[@LJ023]

Well it was not because of the Suns, but they definitely needed, after starting the season 1 and half to 2 months the new season and get injured.

[@MK37TV]

Injury has become a factor in NBA...so nothing is given.

[@jayjames4629]

that many injuries has never happened but last year..thats was due to them rushing the season back

[@pvlapa]

The Suns best chance was last year. Unless they want to pin their hopes into having a star player injured every team on the way to the finals again.

[@LJ023]

@@pvlapa yeap that's what I told my friends, and they lost to a healthy team.

[@ilovemylife5]

This is terrific. Thank you!

[@CambriaHtsQueen]

Let's get it Russ!!! So happy for you 💓

[@vb3gaming952]

Who is here after lakers are eliminated from playoff contention, Russ was saying “can’t wait to win a lot of games” 🤣

[@controversialmann5345]

They were hurt

[@harleyreyes7341]

One thing I love about Russ. He always play hard no matter the circumstances are. He is always on top gear even if his teammates doesn't believe in the team. He never asked for a preferred destination. Just like Dame, they are humbled on how fortunate they are to be in the NBA.

[@seanjoyce7039]

Dame is an incessant whiner, Russ keeps his mouth shut.

[@Eb-dw3tq]

@@seanjoyce7039 In what world is Dame a whiner????

[@seanjoyce7039]

@@Eb-dw3tq In every world in every solar system in every galaxy. If he isn't sniveling to reporters about being disrespected after being left off an all-star team, he's posting eye-rolling Instagram messages about his undying loyalty in a player-mobile league. He doesn't shut up.

[@bgod10022]

He looks really happy!! LA welcomes you

[@flowstateoverlanding5446]

It was awesome to Russ in this setting outside of the court. Got to really see more of his personality.

[@DigigodGamer]

i love Russ so much man so happy for him.

[@johnthonig8832]

Sus

[@arthurmcclain6532]

He's An Awesome Person,Very Down To Earth,Always Cares About Others Less Fortunate Than Him,Just a Great Person,and Very Talented In His Craft Basketball!!!

[@arthurmcclain6532]

Plus He Has Awesome Fashion Sense,A Good Snappy Dresser, Just Being Himself, That's All You Could Ask For!

[@artoljr809]

You can tell how excited Russ is. I wish success for this man.

[@DylanMadd]

Aaaahhhh!! It’s going to be a great season!!

[@population-_-420]

Lakers vs nets June 2022 book it now 🏀 🏆

[@odee2004]

not happening

[@ksc743]

That's one very shiny watch. Nice🔥

[@tremain7056]

Plain Jane, couldn’t keep my eyes off of it…looks amazing

[@Qaziiim]

@@tremain7056 You guys know what brand?

[@tremain7056]

@@Qaziiim Looks like a Rolex to me

[@sethwooten5678]

Been watching Westbrook for years. Love from Oklahoma man. You are a true competitor. You're one of the best. Get yours

[@timmyggztv]

One of the best TV show on KZbin for a decade

[@Zipfei_Kloatscher]

Russ came straight from county jail to the studio without changing clothes. That's passion for his audience!... 🙂👍🏻

[@bland31]

Hope the league will start giving him the respect he deserves because he’s been doing this for years

[@goldchef2754]

They voted him the 13th best PG😂

[@DJTeddyJetts]

We are about to see the Real Russ... its gonna be epic. Playing for his hometown with a stacked team!!! Russ has at least one more MVP coming and 3 rings before he is done. I'll even throw in a Finals MVP for a bonus. Lebron is gonna know how to get the BEST out of him... Kobe and Shaq: The sequel! Bruhh....

[@johnnynighthawk156]

The wizards run last year was amazing. Gotta thank Russ for that 👏

[@itslyfty2325]

Glad that we have him 2022 champs