Russell Westbrook, after a challenging season with the Denver Nuggets and recovering from surgery, is now an unrestricted free agent. His performance in the playoffs raised concerns about his future with the Nuggets, especially as the team contemplates a potential reunion with Bruce Brown. Westbrook is now attracting serious interest from teams like the New York Knicks, New Orleans Pelicans, and Minnesota Timberwolves, with the Knicks emerging as a front-runner for his services as they seek playoff success.