Westbrook Free Agency Stalls as Knicks, Celtics, Heat Pass

Russell Westbrook, a former MVP, remains unsigned in free agency despite a productive season with the Denver Nuggets, where he averaged 13.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 6.1 assists. While initially linked to teams like the New York Knicks and Sacramento Kings, the Knicks have reportedly ended their interest, and the Kings' recent signing of Dennis Schroder leaves Westbrook with limited options. Some analysts suggest the Miami Heat or Detroit Pistons as potential destinations, with the Heat offering a playoff-ready roster and the Pistons seen as a 'dark horse' if the terms are right. Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics have firmly decided against trading core players Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, despite external interest and offseason rumors. White, considered one of the NBA's best role players, would require a massive offer for the Celtics to consider moving him, and the team never came close to trading either Brown or White this summer.