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[Marshall Mathers @Eminem]

I'm sorry we never got a chance to meet, but getting this note from Dolly really had a an impact on me. She definitely didn't have to take the time to do it. Even for a kid who mostly listened to rap music, she was an icon. A superstar in every sense. Rest easy Dolly. And thank you for the kind words.

[Los Angeles Lakers @Lakers]

Mamba Day.

[Los Angeles Lakers @Lakers]

Icon. Legend. Laker. Happy Birthday, Kobe 💜

[WNBA @WNBA]

From 20 seasons playing in the WNBA, to now being forever in the rafters for the @PhoenixMercury franchise!

A legend. An icon. Congratulations, Diana Taurasi. 💜

[ESPN @espn]

A LEGEND OF THE GAME FOREVER IN THE RAFTERS. 🔥

Diana Taurasi’s jersey has been retired by the Phoenix Mercury as she joins the team’s Ring of Honor 👏

[Phoenix Mercury @PhoenixMercury]

Dear Dee,

So that was it. And what a gift it was.

Forever, thank you.

[Nike Basketball @nikebasketball]

Just look up.

The All-Time Leading Scorer's number 3 is headed to the rafters. @dianataurasi, forever part of Phoenix Mercury history.

[SportsCenter @SportsCenter]

The legend of the White Mamba can never be forgotten 🔥

[NBA @NBA]

Russell Westbrook's retirement had his peers across the NBA showing him love 👏❤️

Congrats on a remarkable 18-year career, Russ!

[Kevin Durant @KDTrey5]

I remember asking assistant coach Mo Cheeks, what’s harder to do? Workout after practice or before?? I only asked cuz by time I would get to the gym, Russ was already done in the morning and I usually got mine in after practice. Mo like, “coming in before practice is probably harder”…since then, it’s been my routine….a lot of people looked at the emotions on the court and thought Russ was loud, nah to me, he was quiet and methodical. He lead by example and once the lights were bright, he let everything out and experienced pure freedom. It was inspiring as his teammate and everywhere I went, I seen it inspire people from all walks of life, crazy thing is, he didn’t say much, he just showed up. For 18 years. This basketball life is sacred to us as professionals, what we put into that court means everything. Some of us wish we could go back and do things with a little more intent and some can just wipe their hands and be satisfied with the time spent. Who u gonna be? We know what zero was on…keep inspiring in the next phase of life champ. I don’t care what happens, can’t erase what it was…The first YNs, finals run in our early 20s, all star games, seeing each other get injured and bounce back, the bus rides, plane rides, card games, jokes and arguments, the whole thing, memorable!! …to the whole Westbrook family, Nina, the kids, mama Westbrook, big Russ, Ray, Donnell, everybody from luezinger high and ucla and many more that I’m forgettin, much love and Congratulations on a iconic career.

[Shai Gilgeous-Alexander @shaiglalex]

A real OKC legend forever. Congrats on an amazing career brother . Appreciate your contributions to the game

[NBA @NBA]

"He's Mr. Triple Double of his generation."

👏 209 career triple-doubles (NBA record)
👏 42 triple-doubles in 2016-17 (single-season record)
👏 11 straight triple-doubles in 2019 (longest streak ever)
👏 4 seasons averaging a triple-double (NBA record)
👏 2nd player ever to average a triple-double in a season

Congrats on retirement to the TRIPLE-DOUBLE KING, @russwest44!

[Los Angeles Lakers @Lakers]

Congrats on a legendary career @russwest44 💜💛

[Basketball HOF @Hoophall]

.@russwest44 will be eligible as a player for the Class of 2029. Congratulations on a legendary career. 🏀 #29HoopClass

[NBA @NBA]

All-time heart. All-time intensity. All-time passion.

Russell Westbrook, one of one 💯

[UCLA Men’s Basketball @UCLAMBB]

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐤 on an incredible NBA career.

Your passion, intensity, resilience and relentless spirit has left an unforgettable mark on the game. The Bruins are so proud of you @russwest44.

#GoBruins 🏀🙌🏾

[Anaheim Ducks @AnaheimDucks]

Congratulations on your retirement and illustrious career, @russwest44. A SoCal legend and an iconic player with a great eye for fashion. 🧡

[OKC THUNDER @okcthunder]

RUSSELL 💙 🧡

To a legend on and off the floor, congrats on retirement and thank you for everything you gave to the city @russwest44

[Kazeem Famuyide 🇳🇬 🍎 @Kazeem]

Dropping this commercial before your first official season as top dog and AVERAGING A TRIPLE DOUBLE lol

[NBA @NBA]

"Russell Westbrook has passed his way into NBA history."

The all-time triple-doubles leader and 5th all-time in assists… congrats on retirement to one of the game’s great playmakers, @russwest44!