Stock upRussell Westbrook, point guard: After being dealt at the trade deadline by the Los Angeles Lakers and subsequently bought out by the Utah Jazz, the former MVP found a new home with the Clippers. Westbrook's game had a spark with the Clippers that was missing while he played with the Lakers. With the Clippers, Westbrook averaged 15.8 points, 7.6 assists and 4.9 rebounds. During the playoffs, Westbrook continued elevating his game, averaging 23.6 points (most since 2018), 7.4 assists and 7.6 rebounds. Without George or Leonard, Westbrook did everything he could to give the Clippers a fighting chance.

Source: Forbes June 19, 2023 20:42 UTC