Westbrook coming to China? The legendary point guard received a big invitation from a Chinese team, and his salary may be four times that of the NBA

On October 10, the whereabouts of legendary NBA point guard Russell Westbrook once again aroused heated discussions. The 36-year-old All-Star has yet to come to a signing agreement with any NBA team and appears to be facing a career crossroads in the league.

The big temptation from the Chinese team

According to Sacramento Kings reporter Carmichael Dave’s latest radio show, Westbrook has received a big invitation from the Chinese team. Dave said: "I heard from a person who is trustworthy and will not talk nonsense that Westbrook may receive a half-season contract in China - a salary that is almost 4 times what the Kings can give him."

This news undoubtedly adds new possibilities to Westbrook's future. Considering that his appeal in the NBA market is declining, playing in overseas leagues may become a new option for the nine-time All-Star.

Brilliant NBA career

Westbrook played for the Denver Nuggets last season, averaging 13.3 points, 6.1 assists and 4.9 rebounds per game. If he stays in the NBA, the upcoming season will be his 18th in his career.

Looking back at Westbrook's NBA career, it can be described as brilliant. He averaged 21.2 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists per game in his career, and he achieved the historic achievement of "averaging a triple-double per game" in four seasons. A nine-time NBA All-Star, nine-time All-NBA team member, 2017 regular season MVP, two-time All-Star Game MVP, and one of the NBA’s 75 Greatest Stars, Westbrook has left an indelible mark on the league.

The NBA's prospects are bleak

Although Westbrook's name has been linked to the Houston Rockets recently, team core Kevin Durant expressed doubts in the latest podcast. Durant admitted that he had heard some rumors, but made it clear: "Discussions about signing Westbrook have never reached me."

"Usually if this kind of thing is true, there will be a lot of noise. But except for discussions among online fans, I haven't heard any substantive news," Durant added, "Westbrook is a legend, and I think he deserves to stay now. The NBA should also bid farewell to this league in the way it wants. But this is not something I can decide. "

The well-known American media The Athletic also analyzed that the possibility of Westbrook joining the Rockets is extremely low. The main reasons include the team's priority in cultivating young point guards and unwillingness to squeeze out room for growth, limited salary space leading to a hard salary cap that blocks the possibility of signing, and insufficient tactical adaptability that may exacerbate space problems.

The future is a mystery

As the new NBA season approaches, the issue of Westbrook's whereabouts has become more and more concerning. Whether to continue waiting for a call from an NBA team, accept a high-paying offer from a Chinese team, or consider the possibility of other overseas leagues, the legendary point guard is facing an important choice in his career.

For Chinese basketball fans, it is undoubtedly a huge surprise to see such an NBA superstar in the CBA arena. For Westbrook himself, coming to China to play can not only earn considerable income, but also allow him to continue his basketball career in a new environment.

No matter what the final decision is, Westbrook's next stop will become the focus of attention in the global basketball community. This point guard, known for his explosiveness and competitive spirit, will continue to write his own basketball legend no matter where he is.