Twitter reacts to Russell Westbrook signing 5-year $205 million record extension with OKC

Russell Westbrook at 2017 Media Day
Russell Westbrook at 2017 Media Day

Just more than six days after the Oklahoma City Thunder traded for Carmelo Anthony, the franchise has more big news to share - they have signed and locked up their MVP Russell Westbrook till 2023. Both parties came to the record-breaking agreement and like many times before it was Adrian Wojnarowski breaking this news before it becomes official:

Everybody knows the credibility that comes along with Adrian Wojnarowski and his sources. Following his announcement, Twitter went berserk pointing out an insane anecdote about the date on which Westbrook signed his extension.

Once that was through, praise and wishes poured not only from fellow teammate Andre Roberson but also players from the NBA fraternity (past and present) :

Westbrook's new contract is the largest in league history. Here's a tweet that puts his total money from the deal in perspective:

Recommended Video
tagline-video-image

Guess the Lakers players!

Quick Links