Retired Russell Westbrook Targets Torchbearer Role for 2028 L.A. Olympics

Following his surprise retirement after 18 NBA seasons, Russell Westbrook was honored at Los Angeles City Hall for his Why Not? Foundation's community work. The 37-year-old native expressed his desire to carry the torch when Los Angeles hosts the 2028 Olympic Games. While former teammates Kevin Durant and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander expressed sadness and felt he had years left, Westbrook emphasized using his post-playing career to expand his charitable investments across LA.