Former NFL Star Blasts Skip Bayless for Disrespecting Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook retired from the NBA on Aug. 12 after 18 seasons, ending a career defined by record-setting triple-doubles, an MVP award and sustained debate over his efficiency. The 37-year-old guard announced his decision through a social-media video, concluding a career that included nine All-Star selections, two scoring titles and 209 regular-season triple-doubles, the league record. Reuters reported that Westbrook finished fifth in career assists with 10,351 and 14th in scoring with 27,176 points. NBA.com confirms his triple-double record and 42-triple-double 2016-17 season, when he won MVP. After the announcement, sports commentator Skip Bayless reiterated his longstanding view that Westbrook would not belong in Bayless’s personal Hall of Fame, citing turnovers and three-point shooting. Several outlets reported former NFL offensive lineman Terron Armstead criticized the timing and length of Bayless’s commentary. The retirement is verified; Armstead’s specific post was not independently located in accessible primary-source results publicly online today.