After Russell Westbrook finished last season with the Clippers, the team chose to re-sign the point guard on a two-year deal in the offseason.
Westbrook joined the Clippers after the trade deadline, signing as a free agent after being waived by the Jazz. He played in 21 games for Los Angeles and averaged 15.8 points and 7.6 assists with the team.
Although it was uncertain whether the Clippers would want Westbrook back, former NBA point guard Gilbert Arenas said it was a top priority for the team—and especially for head coach Ty Lue.