Russell Westbrook turns tables on reporters after Kings’ 133-123 loss
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SACRAMENTO — Frustration spilled into the interview room Thursday night when Russell Westbrook questioned local reporters moments after the Sacramento Kings fell 133-123 to the New Orleans Pelicans.
Asked what the 14-50 Kings must improve over their final 19 games, the veteran guard offered a brief reply: “Ya know, go out and compete.” Westbrook then shifted the exchange, directing a question back at the assembled media. “Whatcha all think though? Because y’all got a lotta answers and always be talking,” he said, pressing for their perspective during a five-minute session that was tense but not confrontational.
The Kings own the NBA’s worst record, a slide compounded by injuries to Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine and Keegan Murray. Despite the struggles, Westbrook, 37, continues to log heavy minutes for a team headed toward the draft lottery rather than the postseason.
Video of the full back-and-forth circulated on social media, highlighting Westbrook’s visible irritation with Sacramento’s mounting losses and the scrutiny that follows. The exchange came after what some around the league dubbed an “unofficial Lottery Bowl,” featuring two clubs currently outside the playoff picture.
Source: Hoops Wire
