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[Saba Sports News] Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook, known for his fiery interactions with fans, had yet another such incident before a recent game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Clippers faced a close defeat with a 109-105 loss at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Before the game started, Westbrook confronted a heckling fan during warmups. He challenged the fan to come closer to the baseline, responding assertively when the fan complied. Westbrook’s response, although firm, was less intense compared to a previous heated exchange he had with a fan earlier in the season.
However, Westbrook’s interactions with the Minnesota fans weren’t all confrontational. He shared a light-hearted moment with a couple of fans near the Clippers’ bench, playfully involving them at the expense of Rudy Gobert.
Despite the Clippers’ efforts to overcome a 17-point deficit in the fourth quarter, they narrowly missed a comeback victory. Westbrook contributed significantly, finishing the game with 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 13 assists in 29 minutes, coming close to achieving a triple-double.