If given the chance, nearly every NBA player would jump at the opportunity to wear the Purple and Gold, who have a history of 17 rings. Wait, everyone except Russell Westbrook. The tension between him and the Lakers still lingers, recently resurfacing during a fan signing event. While Westbrook graciously met supporters and signed jerseys, one particular interaction caught everyone’s attention. His reaction quickly went viral, adding another chapter to the ongoing conversation surrounding his post-Lakers journey.
A video circulating online shows Westbrook politely declining to sign a Lakers jersey presented by a fan. Instead of signing the purple and gold jersey, the guard offered the fan a wristband as an alternative gesture. This interaction gains additional context considering Westbroo