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Russell Westbrook wants OUT!

On August 15th, Russell Westbrook heard the news from his agent that there was a new GM taking over for the Boston Celtics during his morning workout, which prompted him to go and meet this new face of the organization.

After having a brief discussion with the new GM, figuring out what direction they wanted to take the team as well as who Westbrook wanted on the team next year, Westbrook requested for a trade right then and there. This comes to no surprise where Westbrook was looked at as a second option with an old teammate getting all the glory instead of him this time around.

Celtics' GM Elijah Conant held a press conference to confirm the rumors.

"At this time, Westbrook has indeed requested a trade from the Celtics. Along with Paul George, we are truly working with both of them to find the best new home available." Conant explains the situation the Celtics are in as well, with both stars on the team wanting to leave. "We pride ourselves with high expectations here and wanting to win at the highest standard. To know that both of your top two players want to leave can be tough, but we know we are able to make this franchise one of the top teams in the East again, without a doubt."

Westbrook averaged 24.2 PPG, 6.4 RPG, and 7.0 APG during the regular season. Westbrooks' frustration also comes from being eliminated in the Play-In Tournament against the Knicks this past playoffs.

"It was frustrating to be knocked out so early at this point in my career. I know we could've been better, but we can't do that when people aren't putting their best foot forward during an elimination game like this. We'll see what needs to happen next season, but right now, I need to prioritize what I'll be doing to make myself better during the offseason."

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