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Jeremy Pargo Defends Russell Westbrook as Valuable NBA Backup Amid Trade Rumors

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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First reported by Mako · Aug 2, 2026

What happened

Jeremy Pargo, former Israeli league player, praised Russell Westbrook as a valuable NBA backup and person amid trade rumors, suggesting Westbrook could help teams like Houston and still aims to win a championship.

  • 01Jeremy Pargo calls Russell Westbrook one of the best people he has met and not finished as a player.
  • 02Westbrook aims to win an NBA championship despite being past his prime.
  • 03Pargo suggests Houston could benefit from Westbrook as a backup point guard.
  • 04He praises Westbrook's defense, effort, and playmaking but notes he should reduce turnovers.
  • 05Pargo supports a possible Westbrook reunion with Kevin Durant in Houston.
  • 06Westbrook is now focused solely on winning and playing basketball the right way.

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In this story
People
OrganizationsMaccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Jerusalem, Maccabi Rishon LeZion, Gilboa/Galil, Houston Rockets, NBA
PlacesIsrael, Europe, Houston

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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MakoCenter · HebrewAug 2, 2026
Jeremy Pargo Defends Russell Westbrook as Valuable NBA Backup Amid Trade Rumors
N12Center · HebrewAug 2, 2026
Jeremy Pargo Defends Russell Westbrook as Valuable NBA Backup Despite Decline

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