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Russell Westbrook number retirement: OKC Thunder to hang No. 0 from the rafters in February

The Oklahoma City Thunder have scheduled a ceremony to honor Russell Westbrook by retiring his No. 0 jersey.

The event is set for February 7, 2027, during a home game against the New York Knicks. Westbrook recently concluded an 18-season professional career that included an MVP award and numerous All-Star selections, the vast majority of which he earned while playing for Oklahoma City.

General manager Sam Presti praised Westbrook's lasting influence on both the local community and the franchise, confirming the decision to permanently display his number in the arena. Despite recent injuries to current Thunder players, Presti noted that he has not considered bringing the retired star back to the active roster.

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