Calling Russell Westbrook a 3-and-D player would be a drastic miscalculation of him as a player. However, in Darvin Ham’s dream scenario, that could be the type of player he becomes for the Lakers.
Ham has spoken of his desire to see Westbrook refocus himself on the court and become a more impactful defender. Offensively, there are a number of ways Westbrook could find success, whether improving as a cutter, showcasing a desire to be a regular screener on the ball or being a more willing contributor from the dunker spot.
One other area that perhaps isn’t discussed as much is an area Westbrook not only had success last season but in recent years in his career.