Russell Westbrook walked away from the NBA last month after 18 seasons, closing a career that produced an MVP award, nine All-Star selections and the league's all-time triple-double record. Since then, though, his retirement has not stopped people around basketball from wondering whether he could change his mind.
The speculation has come from different corners of the basketball world. Some have pointed to his recent production, while others have focused on the fact that he still looked capable of contributing before deciding to leave the league.
Russell Westbrook Gets Surprise Retirement Twist as One NBA Voice Hints at Heat Return
The latest name to reopen the conversation is former NBA All-Star Zach Randolph. During an episode of the Out the Mud podcast with Tony Allen, Randolph suggested Westbrook could return and named the Miami Heat as a team he would like to see him join.
"I'd like to see him with the Heat. Brodie got a lot left in him. I just saw his little brother yesterday Ray. He might be back."
Randolph's comments do not indicate that Miami has contacted Westbrook. They also do not establish that Westbrook is considering another NBA season. The 37-year-old announced his r...