Miami Heat Emerge As Favorites To land Russell Westbrook originally appeared on Fadeaway World. Russell Westbrook is officially headed to free agency, and the Miami Heat have emerged as the betting favorites to land the former MVP, according to Sportsbook Bovada.

Russell Westbrook will not be exercising his $3.5 million player option with the Denver Nuggets for next season and will instead become a free agent, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Friday.

May 18, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) runs down the court against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter during game seven of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images / Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Russell Westbrook reportedly is going to test free agency after a successful 2024-25 season with the Denver Nuggets.

Russell Westbrook is now an unrestricted free agent looking for a new team. Here is a look at his 10 greatest accomplishments in his career.

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Angel Reese Catches Russell Westbrook's Attention on Thursday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.