As soon as Kevin Durant announced he was heading to the Bay Area to join the Warriors, all eyes turned toward Russell Westbrook.
Rumors swirled that the play of the Thunder's star point guard was a key reason why Durant jumped to Golden State, although Durant made it clear that wasn't the case. Then the trade talks began. Should the Thunder trade Westbrook before he leaves Oklahoma City with nothing to show for two of the best players in the league? Durant's decision suddenly put Westbrook in a tough spot, forcing him to address his long-term future well before he becomes a free agent after next season.