Russell Westbrook is expected to hire a new agent following his separation from longtime agent Thaddeus Foucher. 

In a highly unusual statement, Foucher publicly detailed how he believes Westbrook should accept a lesser role with the Lakers offered to him by Darvin Ham. This has led to speculation that Westbrook is unwilling to accept the role with the Lakers and would prefer a fresh start elsewhere.

Westbrook will be a free agent in 2023.

"If That Foucher is on the opposite side of Russell Westbrook, the real question is what is Russell Westbrook's plan?" said Brian Windhorst. "Especially as he hires a new agent, which he's expected to do in the short-term future."