Russell Westbrook and the Clippers agreed to a two-year contract at $7.8 million with a player option in the second year, down from $47 million last year. It won't be long before he becomes Melo, where no team will be interested in him and he will simply resign. As expected given his dismal performance the previous season, but not at such a rapid pace, making it the largest pay cut in league history, according to Hoopshype.
He was dismal with the Lakers but his last season performance with the Clippers was really good. He deserves at least twice that amount with what he has contributed to the organization so far. I think he's just happy with the opportunity to play as a regular starter with the Clippers again so he accepted that deal. The contract also doesn't restrict him so it's kinda fair.