Russell Westbrook remained in Los Angeles after the Lakers traded to the Jazz as he agreed to a buyout together with his new staff after which signed with the Clippers.

Lakers head coach Darvin Ham, who reportedly had a heated trade with Russ throughout his ultimate recreation for the Purple and Gold, was requested to share his ideas about Westbrook becoming a member of the Clippers.

“Well, I’ll just say this – I appreciate Russ for everything he tried to do for us, for sacrificing, for complying with my vision of him coming off the bench and having a more balanced lineup. I wish him well going forward. That’s it,” Ham stated.