Monday, May 7, 2012

2012 Top 25 Under 25: #12 Russell Westbrook


Born: November 12, 1988 (age 23)
Team: Oklahoma City Thunder
Position: PG

There is always a bit of controversy surrounding this guy because he really plays more like a SG then a PG, but I don't think any of us can deny the talent that he does have. This season he averaged 23.6, 5.5 assists, 4.6 rebs while shooting the best percentage of his career (46%).

In last years playoffs when he was blasted for shooting to much he shot 47% averaged 20.5 ppg, 6 asts, 6 boards. I get the argument that he should be more of a true PG, but some guys aren't. Maybe his best skill is a scorer, not everyone can be Rajon. Plus, it's not like he is a terrible passer, he did average 8 assists last season, and brought his team to the Western Conference Finals.

The 2 time All-Star is on a team that has a real chance to win it all not just this year, but more many years going forward.

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