Sixth man Norman Powell discussed Friday morning at shootaround how Westbrook would be able to facilitate “especially in that first unit” while creating catch-and-shoot opportunities for George and Leonard in particular. “We want Russ to be Russ,” Lue has said repeatedly since Westbrook’s arrival. Lue would not divulge what his plans for Westbrook were, only saying, “I view him as what you will see on Friday.” But after two practices, Lue discussed Westbrook as a player who would make plays for George, Leonard and Marcus Morris Sr., the three main first-unit scorers. The Jazz waived Westbrook on Monday, less than two weeks after the Los Angeles Lakers traded him away, and the Clippers signed Westbrook to a minimum deal Wednesday night. Last week I reported the Clippers weren’t just approved to meet with Westbrook, but that a specific role was in mind: being a starting point guard for a team that featured George and Leonard. Is it a surprise that Westbrook is starting already? The Clippers sit fifth in the Western Conference at 33-29. Obviously, we’ve been competing against each other for some years, but I’m super excited to not just be here, but to pick his brain and find ways to make the game easy for him and I’m looking forward to that.” “Me and Kawhi are from L.A., but it’s always been a mutual respect, love. … He’s always been very supportive of me and trying to help me in any way I can and I’m thankful to be playing with him again. “Besides the basketball stuff, our kids are very close, our families are close and our parents and that alone creates a great bond, a brotherhood. “One, just being from L.A., and then second, Paul is just a great person overall,” he said. When he was introduced, Westbrook spoke about his excitement to play with Paul George and Kawhi Leonard. Westbrook averaged 15.9 points, 6.2 rebounds and 7.5 assists in 52 games for the Lakers this season before being traded to Utah. The Athletic’s instant analysis: Backstory
Westbrook became the first Clipper to have at least 10 assists in their team debut since Sam Cassell’s 11 at Seattle on Nov.
He fouled out with 1:49 left in the second overtime, exiting to a standing ovation at Arena. Westbrook, who started the game, added five rebounds through 39 minutes.The game marked Westbrook’s debut with the Clippers and ended as the second-highest-scoring NBA game in history. Antique prints and paintings of famous sailing ships please your eye, while teak and gleaming mahogany rails are richly remindful of Star Clippers’ proud nautical heritage.New Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook scored 17 points and added 14 assists in Friday’s 176-175 loss in double overtime to the Sacramento Kings. The decor of Star Clipper and Star Flyer is reminiscent of the grand age of sail. In fact, you’ll find that these ships offer more outdoor space per passenger than most conventional cruise ships. You’ll never feel confined on Star Clipper and Star Flyer.Įach ship offers spacious accommodations and expansive teak decks with ample space and not one, but two swimming pools. Life aboard is blissfully relaxed, much like travelling on a private yacht. Star Clipper and Star Flyer are both 115 metres long and each carries just 166 guests in pampered comfort. Star Clipper and Star Flyer are modern cruise ships in every way, created for luxury-loving passengers who also love the traditions and romance of the legendary era of sailing ships. Step aboard these unique vessels and discover a new age of sail, where the traditions of the past are happily married to the comforts and amenities of the present day.
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