A dedicated Russell Westbrook fan flew over 6,800 miles from Taiwan to attend the Los Angeles Clippers game against the Lakers on Wednesday, Feb. 28.
In the video, as the fan peels off his multitude of Westbrook jerseys, another person can be seen holding a sign behind him that reads, “I flew 6769 miles to see my GOAT Westbrook.”
Fans take notice: While it’s unclear if Westbrook personally noticed or acknowledged the fan’s dedication, the fan’s story gained traction after the Clippers shared a video about him on their official social media accounts. Fans flooded the comments section, expressing their admiration for the man’s effort.
“This man deserves to receive a jersey from Westbrook,” a commenter wrote.
“Hope Russ signs them all,” another wrote.
“Hopes Russ took a picture with him!” chimed in another.
A legacy that resonates: At age 35, Westbrook has transitioned to a reserve role, but his dominant performances during his prime continue to resonate with fans worldwide. Between 2016 and 2021, he achieved the incredible feat of averaging a…
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