Sat Mar 15 02:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Westbrook to Come Off the Bench for Friday’s Lakers Game
**Los Angeles, CA –** Veteran guard Russell Westbrook will be coming off the bench for the Clippers in Friday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers, the team announced. The decision comes as forward Aaron Gordon has recovered from a calf injury and is expected to start.
Westbrook, who has averaged 12.7 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and nearly one steal and block per game since the All-Star break, will see his role adjusted after Gordon’s return to the starting lineup. His minutes have averaged 28.5 over 11 games in that span. The move marks a significant shift for Westbrook, who has primarily been a starter throughout his career.
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