Why is the King insisting on signing Westbrook? 7 benefits of joining Westbrook

In the 24-25 season, Westbrook played 75 games, with an average of 13.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.4 steals per game. His overall performance is in line with the positioning of a substitute core player‌. Moreover, when Murray was absent, Westbrook started to help the Nuggets get through the difficulties. The Nuggets' ability to score fourth in the Western Conference without Gordon missing 31 games has a lot to do with Westbrook's versatility. Therefore, the Nuggets can win a sixth player like Westbrook for 3.3 million, proving that the Nuggets' signing is great value. During the offseason of the 24-25 season, Westbrook jumped out of the team option early and became a complete free agent. However, most of the offseason has passed, and no team has signed with Westbrook. However, the host of Kings Radio said that Westbrook's joining the King was almost a foregone conclusion. Westbrook himself also revealed, "It is no secret that the news about which team I will go to will be revealed in the end. I am grateful for your attention. But please stick with it, there is more news next." It is indeed no secret that the Kings are going to sign Westbrook. However, the Kings peddled Monk and wanted to deal with Devin Carter to make room for Westbrook, which was somewhat difficult for fans to understand. Why did the Kings so insist on signing Westbrook?

In my opinion, Westbrook's joining the king will bring at least 7 benefits to the king.

First, the chemistry between Westbrook and Sarah.

After Westbrook joined the Nuggets, it was said that Jokic was leading Westbrook, but when Westbrook was on the court, wasn't he the most comfortable player to feed Jokic? After Westbrook joined the Nuggets, Jokic scored the best statistics in his career. Westbrook and Jokic cooperated very well, both of them passed the ball and fed each other's ball.

The Kings must be jealous of Westbrook for having a center like Sabonis, who is similar to Jokic. Signing Westbrook means Westbrook may develop a stronger version of Sarbon. Xiao Sa's pick-and-roll, rolled down, made a three-pointer from outside, and passed the ball with one hand, which was almost the same as Jokic's playing style.

Second, the chemistry between Westbrook and Lavender.

Westbrook joined the Nuggets, Braun was the one who benefited the most. Braun lacks the ability to attack independently, but his sense of empty-cutting and fast breaking are very prominent. Westbrook and Jokic forcefully fed Braun into the league's first fast break, and averaged fast break scores per game in the league. Including Strauser, who was on the bench, also ate Westbrook's cakes during the fast break.

Lavin is also a player who is very good at playing fast attacks, and his quick subconsciousness is excellent. With Sa Sa and Westbrook as the fast break initiators, LaVine will obviously have more chances to get a fast break.

And LaVine is a high-quality three-point shooter. He has both shooting percentage and output. After having Westbrook, who is good at breaking through and passing the ball, LaVine has more chances to get open three-pointers.

Third, the chemistry between Westbrook and the Kings' front line.

Westbrook's breakthrough pass is of great help to every player who is good at cutting the air. Westbrook is happy to share the ball and passes boldly. As long as his teammates run a chance, he can always give a scalpel-like pass. Regardless of whether the Kings' forward line in the new season is DeRozan or Kumingga, Westbrook will send them shells.

Fourth, Westbrook created a bottom corner three-point opportunity.

Westbrook likes to break through to the inside and then divide the ball to the corner. Because Westbrook has a strong ability to tear the defense, he can always attract a lot of defense at the basket, so he often gives the ball to the bottom corner. The Kings have three-point shooters such as Keegan Murray, Raven, Ellis, and Clifford, who can all be ambushed in the bottom corner.

Fifth, Westbrook can create opportunities for blue-collar rough men.

Westbrook is a player who is particularly happy to feed blue-collar players a cake. In the Thunder, feed Adams, Noel, feed Capela when the Rockets, feed Gafford when the Wizards, and feed Jordan when the Nuggets. As long as the center is willing to do pick-and-roll and then wait to eat the cake, Westbrook will always find the position.

For the Kings, when Sadie Stories came off the court, Isaac Jones and Eubanks would be substitutes. They both lack independent attacks. With Westbrook's feeding cake, they can also contribute on the offensive end.

Sixth, Westbrook brings to the Kings.

Westbrook has proven in the Clippers and the Nuggets that he can defend multiple positions on the court, from 1 to 5. In every game, Westbrook can lead the opponent's arrow characters. Such defensive ability is scarce for the Kings, at least Monk does not have this ability. The Kings have Ellis who can defend the back, and if there is a defender who can switch to the third and fourth positions, it will definitely be great.

Westbrook and Ellis are on the court at the same time, the Kings' defense in the backcourt will be very good.

Seventh, Westbrook brought fighting spirit and energy to the king.

Westbrook is particularly passionate about playing basketball. Curry couldn't help but praise Westbrook, his fighting spirit was a lost art in the NBA. Once Westbrook is on the court, he can always do his best. Every time he scores a goal by himself or his teammates score, he can always mobilize the atmosphere on the scene and ignite the stadium. This energy is especially motivating teammates.

Of course, Westbrook also has his side effect, that is, Westbrook's shooting is still not stable enough. However, for the Kings who have not been able to enter the playoffs in the past two seasons, signing Westbrook is more beneficial than disadvantages. Can they be worse? Even if they fail to make the playoffs, it is acceptable to the Kings, because with Sa and Raven, they cannot enter the reconstruction period immediately, and it is meaningless to play badly.