Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook III is a popular American basketball star who plays for NBA’s Houston Rockets.’ He started showing his talents when he was just a child, coming from a sporting family. Russell has come a long way from earning the greatest awards during his college career to being one of the most important ‘NBA’ players. His talent and abilities made Russell an integral member of the American basketball team. Westbrook became the second team in the entire history of basketball to achieve the greatest number of triples in a specific NBA season in 2017.

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Biography and Early Life

Russell Westbrook was born to Shannon Horton and Russell Westbrook on 12 November 1988, in Long Beach, California, USA. The Westbrook family relocated to Los Angeles shortly after his birth. Their father trained him and his younger brother, Raynard. Russell Westbrook Sr. used to make exercises to teach his sons the complexities of the game.

The death of his teammate and friend Khelcey Barrs III was the greatest turning point of his life in Russell’s opinion. Both had a strong relationship and had a profound impact on Russell’s life. As a result, he began working more intensely and quickly became a favorite high school player. He ended up making it on the basketball team at the university.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Russell Westbrook in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, Russell Westbrook’s age is 32 years old as of today’s date 2nd August 2021 having been born on 12 November 1988. Though, he is 6′ 3″ in feet and inches and 191cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 200lbs in Pound and 91kg in Kilograms.

Education

He studied in the high school of Leuzinger. His mother ensured that the boys did well academically while he spent a substantial amount of time playing basketball. Westbrook attracted the eye of many during his high school years with tall, muscular fashion physic and “special” fashion sense. He performed well throughout his career at ‘UCLA,’ and in the last four places of two seasons, his exciting play helped his team. In 2008, when he became the fourth selection in the “NBA” draught, he got a great break.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

Westbrook tied the nudge with Nina Earl in 2015. They had been dating for a long time before the wedding happened. The pair greeted a baby boy in 2017, and he was named Noah Westbrook. Then again, in 2018, Twin daughters were welcomed by Westbrook and Nina Earl.

Is Russell Westbrook Gay?

Russell is straight and nurtures a beautiful family with his wife, Nina. Therefore, it can be concluded that he is not gay.

Professional Career

He did not have a smooth school career, even if he had an exceptional height of 5’8″ as a freshman. He had an average score of 25 points per game as a senior player, leading him further to UCLA. In the 2008 NBA drafts, he was chosen the fourth overall by Seattle Supersonics, later known as Oklahoma City Thunder. He is honored to have gotten selected in the NBA All-Rookie First Team with 15 points at an average per game in the very first season.

He has a record of being the 5th player in NBA history to get 4000 points and 1000 rebounds, and 1500 assists that too early in his career. He was paired with Kevin Durant, the all-star player. Russell helped his team to make it to the Western Conference Finals of 2011. The next year, he earned the Olympic Gold medal as part of the winning basketball team from the United States.

Besides basketball, Russell also has introduced a line of eye gear, “Westbrook Frames,” and continues to show its interest in the world of beauty.

Awards

He has earned the title of NBA most valuable player in 2017, NBA Scoring Champion in 2015 and 2017, and 9 times select for NBA All-star and All-NBA Selection. He has held the title of Western Conference Player of the Month and Western Conference Player of the week numerous times. He gained the gold medal for FIBA World Cup in 2010. He is also the NBA All-star MVP for the years 2015 and 2016 consecutively. But the best achievement he has ever sported was the 2012 Olympic Gold medal as a part of the US team of basketball.

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Russell Westbrook in 2021

Russell Westbrook has a net worth of $200 million as of 2021. Most of his income comes from basketball. Some ad shoots, his fashion design interests, and entrepreneurship ventures are other sources of revenue and income.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know

• Westbrook deeply admired Khelcey Barrs, his late high school mate.
• Out of admiration, he wore the ‘KB3 band’ on his sneakers and wrist.
• He has appeared in New York and Paris fashion weeks due to his strong interest in fashion.
• In 2012, he was also renowned for establishing the “Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation.” This foundation supports education that serves the community and other services of family care.

In all, Russell is a brilliant fashion designer and a prolific sportsman. His fortune is due to hard labor and intelligent choices. He cares and does everything he can to support the people around him. He is an inspiration and cherished by millions of people.