In a recent Clippers vs Wizards game Westbrook broke his left hand. This is a sad addition to the Clippers’ victory as there are worries about Westbrook’s ability to play and the effect on the team now let us take a look at what happened and what this means.
In the middle of the game, Westbrook who is Clippers’ reliable bench player this season hurt his left hand while trying to snatch the ball from Jordan Poole, Westbrook got his hand fractured and there was 10:01 left in quarter two when he got injured. Westbrook had to leave the court with 8:10 remaining in the same quarter and he didn’t come back but still, after his exit the Clippers managed to win the game 140-115.
Clippers’ coach Tyronn Lue feels for Westbrook and he acknowledged this unlucky event. Lue is not sure if Westbrook will need surgery or more medical help and the coach’s main job now is to help Westbrook recover and soften the blow of his absence on the team. Westbrook, before his injury was the Clippers’ star as he gave a boost every time he came off the bench. This season, he didn’t miss a game. He contributed 11.1 points and 5.2 rebounds with 4.5 assists in just 23 minutes. Even after James Harden was traded in, Westbrook still mattered on the Clippers’ team.
With the injury of Westbrook the Clippers have a problem. It affects their depth and could disrupt their game plans as he leaves a big gap in the team’s play pattern and changes in the lineup and strategy will be required. It’s now on the other Clippers to step up and close the gap Westbrook leaves.
The Los Angeles Clippers victory over the Washington Wizards was overshadowed by the unfortunate injury suffered by Russell Westbrook. The fractured left hand has placed hids playing status in question and raised concerns about the team’s performance without his contributions and the Clippers will now face the challenge of adapting to Westbrook’s absence and finding ways to maintain their momentum as they aim for success in the remaining season.
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