Former NBA star Russell Westbrook in advanced talks to join Hapoel Tel Aviv, US reports say

US reports indicate that former NBA star Russell Westbrook is in advanced talks to join Hapoel Tel Aviv. Journalist Marc Jacobs posted on X that discussions "continue to advance," and if completed, it would be the former MVP's first club outside the US. The 37-year-old free agent is considering a move to Europe, with Hapoel Tel Aviv among the interested clubs.

US reports indicate that former NBA star Russell Westbrook is in advanced talks to join Hapoel Tel Aviv. Journalist Marc Jacobs posted on X that discussions between the parties "continue to advance," and if the deal is completed, it will be the former MVP's first club outside the US. The 37-year-old Westbrook is still a free agent after completing the previous NBA season. Over his career, he won the league's MVP award, was selected to nine All-Star games, and is considered one of the greatest point guards of his generation. He also holds the all-time NBA record for triple-doubles and was included in the league's 75th Anniversary Team. Two weeks ago, Hapoel Tel Aviv was already linked to the star, alongside Panathinaikos and Dubai, though sources close to the club denied the interest at the time. Now, at least according to the American report, the picture has changed, and the possibility of seeing Westbrook in Europe appears more real than ever. If he indeed signs in Israel, it would be one of the biggest signings ever seen in European basketball. However, at this stage, no agreement between the sides has been reported, but rather advanced negotiations and the fact that the player is seriously considering opening a new chapter in his career away from the NBA.