Russell Westbrook Slams Media Over Kings Coverage

After a 133-123 loss to the Pelicans, Russell Westbrook used his postgame press conference to call out the media for what he called "false comments" and said it was important to "speak up for the guys in the locker room." He singled out reporters including Matt George, who labeled this roster "the worst in franchise history" and criticized Westbrook’s heavy usage as Sacramento slides toward its worst record since 2008-09. Merlin sees an aging core, key surgeries, and injuries forcing coach Doug Christie to lean on veterans more than development. Young pieces like rookie Maxime Raynaud deserve more chances, but the Kings have leaned on Westbrook’s nightly availability. The true test will be whether the club shifts minutes and vision before the offseason or lets the pattern continue.