Westbrook (toe) is out for Wednesday's game against Toronto.
The veteran guard has no timetable for a return due to irritation in the joint of the first toe in his right foot. Given that the Kings are reeling in the standings, the club is probably not in a rush to push Westbrook to return.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: No timetable for return
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Westbrook was diagnosed with irritation in the joint of the first toe in his right foot and does not have an established timeline to return, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Westbrook has been sidelined with what was previously reported as right foot soreness, but an MRI revealed that the injury is in the first toe of his right foot. Without an established timeline to return and the Kings eliminated from postseason contention, it's possible that the 2016-17 MVP could be sidelined for the rest of the regular season. In the meantime, Killian Hayes (foot), Devin Carter and Malik Monk should all continue to operate in elevated roles due to the absences of Westbrook and Nique Clifford (foot).
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Another absence coming
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Westbrook (foot) is out for Thursday's game against Orlando.
Westbrook will be sidelined for a third straight contest Thursday. The Kings don't have anything left to play for, so the team may be cautious about bringing the veteran back. Devin Carter could see another sizable workload in Westbrook's absence.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Ruled out for Tuesday
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Westbrook (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.
Westbrook is set for a second straight absence due to a right foot issue. Killian Hayes (foot) is questionable for the Kings, so there could be a significant opening for Devin Carter and Malik Monk in the backcourt if Hayes is ultimately downgraded to out. Westbrook's next opportunity to take the court will arrive Thursday in Orlando.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Out for Sunday
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Westbrook has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets due to right foot soreness.
Westbrook will be sidelined for a second straight Sunday game after he sat out of the Kings' 116-111 win over the Jazz on March 15 before returning to play in each of the team's subsequent two contests. With Westbrook sidelined against Brooklyn, the Kings will likely turn to Killian Hayes and Devin Carter to cover most of the minutes at point guard.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Quiet scoring night in blowout loss
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Westbrook registered 11 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-4 FT), three rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal in 27 minutes during Thursday's 139-118 loss to Philadelphia.
Westbrook struggled to get much going on the glass for a second straight game, finishing with just three boards after recording just one rebound in his previous outing. While his scoring and rebounding have dipped recently, the veteran guard remains the primary engine for Sacramento's offense, as he has now reached at least eight assists in six consecutive appearances. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status for the remainder of the season; as the Kings look to secure a higher lottery pick, Westbrook may continue to miss games here and there as part of the team's tanking strategy.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Will play vs. Spurs
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Westbrook (foot) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against San Antonio.
Westbrook didn't play Sunday against the Jazz due to right foot soreness, but he'll be back in action for Tuesday's tilt. The veteran guard is averaging 16.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 8.8 assists and 1.8 steals in six March appearances.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Ruled out for Sunday
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Westbrook won't play Sunday versus the Jazz due to right foot soreness.
Westbrook will hit the sidelines for the second leg of this back-to-back set, but he should return for Tuesday's game with the Spurs. Killian Hayes should get all the run he can handle as the last true point guard standing on the Kings' roster for Sunday's game.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Records triple-double in victory
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Westbrook provided 12 points (4-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 12 rebounds, 10 assists and four steals over 37 minutes during Saturday's 118-109 victory over the Clippers.
Westbrook posted his second triple-double over his last three appearances after a one-game absence. He's hit the milestone seven times this season, which places him fifth in the category. Although the unlikely win doesn't change the Kings' fortunes, Westbrook was aided by a host of productive performers who figure to be a big part of the team's rebuild next season.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Not listed on injury report
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Westbrook (quadriceps) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
Westbrook missed Wednesday's loss to Charlotte due to a right quadriceps contusion, though he's set to return against one of his former teams Saturday. With the veteran point guard returning to the lineup, Killian Hayes is expected to slide to the second unit. Over five March appearances, Westbrook has averaged 17.6 points, 8.6 assists, 5.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 29.4 minutes per contest.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Expected to play Saturday
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Westbrook (quad) was a full participant during Friday's practice and he's expected to play Saturday versus the Clippers, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Westbrook is set to return after a one-game absence, which should result in Killian Hayes returning to the second unit. Check back for official confirmation on Westbrook's status closer to Saturday's tipoff.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Out for Wednesday
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Westbrook (quadriceps) is out for Wednesday's game against Charlotte.
Westbrook is dealing with a contusion and will miss the second leg of this back-to-back set. Devin Carter (calf) and Malik Monk (ankle) are also out, so the Kings will likely need to rely heavily on Nique Clifford and Killian Hayes.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Flirts with double-double
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Westbrook posted 16 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds and nine assists in 25 minutes during Tuesday's 114-109 win over the Pacers.
Westbrook finished one rebound shy of a double-double in the victory. The veteran helped to break a three-game skid with a triple-double against Chicago in the last game, but left most of Tuesday's heavy lifting to Devin Carter, who stepped in and scored 24 points in just 16 minutes.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Triple-doubles in win
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Westbrook totaled 23 points (7-17 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT, 12 assists, 11 rebounds and a steal in 34 minutes during Sunday's 126-110 win over the Bulls.
Westbrook continued his run of strong play Sunday, putting together arguably his best performance of the season. It was the first time Westbrook had recorded at least 10 rebounds since Dec. 21 and his first triple-double since Dec. 8. Adding to the impressiveness of the feat is the fact Westbrook joined Chris Webber as the only players in Kings franchise history to record a 20-plus point triple-double with zero turnovers.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Double-double not enough Thursday
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Westbrook contributed 19 points (7-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, 10 assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 133-123 loss to the Pelicans.
It was Westbrook's first double-double since Jan. 14, and his 14th of the season. The 37-year-old guard no longer produces at an MVP level, but he's scored in double digits in five straight games, averaging 19.2 points, 6.4 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 2.0 threes, and 1.4 steals in 29.0 minutes.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Drops seven dimes in loss
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Westbrook provided 16 points (6-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, seven assists, one block and four steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 loss to the Suns.
Westbrook continues to plod through the schedule with solid totals during Sacramento's lost season. Injuries have curtailed his output recently, but his 31 minutes of court time were an encouraging sign. It's way too soon to bench Westbrook, but he's almost certain to go elsewhere after his one-year deal expires, and the Kings need to start inspecting value on the bench as they look to rebuild.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Off injury report for Sunday
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Westbrook (thigh) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Westbrook missed Thursday's win over Dallas due to a right thigh contusion, though he's set to play Sunday. The veteran point guard's return will likely push Devin Carter to the bench. In eight February appearances, Westbrook averaged 14.5 points, 4.3 assists and 2.5 rebounds across 24.4 minutes per game.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Drops team-high 22 in loss
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Westbrook finished with 22 points (10-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds and three assists over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 128-97 loss to the Rockets.
The 22 points were a team high in the rout, as only three other Kings even managed to score in double digits. Westbrook has topped 20 points in back-to-back games, but consistent playing time could be tough to come by for the 37-year-old with Sacramento in full tank mode. Through eight games in February, he's played more than 30 minutes only twice, averaging 14.5 points, 4.3 assists, 2.5 boards and 1.9 threes in 24.4 minutes a contest.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Strong line in win
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Westbrook contributed 25 points (8-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 33 minutes during Monday's 123-114 victory over the Grizzlies.
Westbrook continues to defy Father Time. The team won't be playing for much down the stretch with the franchise clearly eyeing a rebuild, so it will be interesting to see how Westbrook's role shapes up in the coming weeks. He totaled only 12 points, three rebounds and three assists with eight turnovers in 38 minutes over his prior two appearances.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Quiet in loss
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Westbrook produced five points (2-8 FG, 1-6 3Pt), one assist and one steal across 17 minutes during Thursday's 131-94 loss to the Magic.
Westbrook missed the Kings' final game before the All-Star break due to left ankle soreness, and despite reprising his role in the starting lineup, the veteran saw a reduced workload as his team was blown away early. With the Kings not playing for much down the stretch, it will be interesting to see if Westbrook's role is impacted.
