Player Profile // Russell Westbrook

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In hoops history, there’s always a lot of talking regarding “who’s the next ______.” Make no mistake, Russell Westbrook is the first Russell Westbrook. Sure, guys like Kevin Johnson posterized postmen from the point guard position, but was anyone doing it night in and night out like Mr. Why Not? Why, no.

Unbounded athleticism and unparalleled energy has made Russ by many measures the most exciting players to lace them up in today’s game. And lace them up he has. From an adidas intro at UCLA to becoming the face and feet of Jordan Brand, we highlight Russ’s major sneaker strides in the latest Player Profile.