Today's Lakers reporter Trevor Lane talked about Westbrook signing with the Kings with a minimum salary in the Basketball Bulletin Podcast.

"Westbrook's contract is a non-guaranteed contract ($3.6 million), but this situation is more common among low-level players or rookies, who often hope to quickly integrate into the NBA in this way. However, it is very rare for former MVP-level players to accept non-guaranteed contracts. The most recent example is Dwight Howard's contract with the Lakers in 2020. He hopes to prove his value to the team and is willing to give up the ball. The team terminated the contract when his performance was not good. It is indeed curious that Westbrook chose to sign such a contract with the Sacramento Kings. If the situation does not go well, the Kings can choose to give up on him. Is this a protective measure for the Kings? "Trevor? Lane said.