Former NBA Guard Calls Out 'Clowns' in Defense of Russell Westbrook and Paul George originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Earlier tonight, I asked Russell Westbrook about how to punish a defense that commits so much to preventing shots in the paint. “It’s our job as a supporting cast to make sure we help and make ...

There is no denying that Westbrook draws strong criticism because of certain aspects ... the former Thunder superstar garnered attention for his defense and high-energy game.

Russell Westbrook has taken the brunt of criticism over the past few seasons ... Suns superstar Kevin Durant was quick to hop to his defense in his postgame media session. "When he retire, people ...

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Russell Westbrook ... Durant came to his defense, saying NBA dialogue has reached a toxic level. While most players can accept on-court criticism, anything that ...

The result is that Westbrook's teammates hear the criticism he continues to receive ... "They don't see him for the rebounding, the defense. They solely lock into whether he makes or misses ...

Since the Clippers have such a surplus of scoring options, Westbrook has sacrificed his starting position. Now, his defense is being called upon more than ever. Judging by his response after the ...

Earlier this season, Durant even publicly came to Westbrook's defense when the veteran guard was facing considerable criticism for his start with the Los Angeles Lakers. "I understand that there ...

Westbrook stood in defense of the Nuggets, but also encouraged fans to look at the bigger picture. “Obviously some people only watch the (national) TV games, so they watched the Boston game ...