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Russell Westbrook tests positive for coronavirus

Joe Mussatto
by Joe Mussatto
Published: Mon, July 13, 2020 11:53 AM Updated: Mon, July 13, 2020 12:03 PM

Rockets guard Russell Westbrook announced Monday that he has tested positive for the coronavirus. 

Westbrook has yet to join the Rockets inside the Disney World bubble. 

"I tested positive for COVID-19 prior to my team's departure to Orlando," Westbrook tweeted. "I'm currently feeling well, quarantined, and looking forward to rejoining my teammates when I am cleared. Thank you for all the well wishes and continued support. Please take this virus seriously. Be safe. Mask up!" 

The former Thunder star is averaging 27.5 points, 8.0 rebounds and 7.0 assists per game in his first season with the Rockets. 

The Thunder is set to make its first playoff appearance without Westbrook on the roster. Oklahoma City and Houston are tied in the Western Conference standings. 

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Feb 29, 2020; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the first half against the Boston Celtics quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 29, 2020; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the first half against the Boston Celtics quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

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Joe Mussatto

Joe Mussatto joined The Oklahoman in August 2018 to cover OU football, men’s basketball and softball. He previously covered University of Kentucky football and basketball for SEC Country. Mussatto is from Oklahoma City and lives in Norman. Read more ›

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