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Russell Westbrook Is in Oklahoma for the Long Haul

Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor break down the Thunder star’s contract extension. Plus: Ben Simmons, Klay Thompson, and Cleveland’s starting five.

By Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor
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Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor kick off their preseason discussion by speculating on the meaning of Tommy Heinsohn’s comments on Aron Baynes (1:05) and wondering about the Orlando Magic’s future with Jonathan Isaac and Mario Hezonja (7:55). Then they react to Russell Westbrook’s contract extension (15:25), Ben Simmons playing with Markelle Fultz during his de facto rookie season (27:25), Klay Thompson’s looming free agency (35:45), Jaylen Brown’s lukewarm comments on the new Boston roster (38:15), and the Cleveland Cavaliers’ fluctuating starting five (42:55).

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