You can tell that reporter’s compliment actually meant a lot to him

It's nice to hear a reporter actually encourage or compliment the athlete. He felt the appreciation. He couldn't even stop smiling. Lol Keep going hard Russ! 💪🏾

You can tell he really took that reporter’s compliment to his heart. Seriously, I think this is the first time I actually seen this man genuinely smile. I mean you can see how his mood changed as he answered the next question.

She wasn't wrong, that's what makes it so great a compliment. Russ deserves a lot of respect for being so motivated despite all the criticism coming his way.

Russ is so used to being scrutinised it was a breath of fresh air to get a nice compliment

2:24 Only have Love for this reporter. This is a beautiful interaction between an athlete and someone who appreciate the game and players. Thank you for putting a smile on Russell Westbrooks face.

Even Westbrook was shocked when she said "impressive dribbling skills" 😅🤣

I loved this interview because it showcases two things: 1.) the media is always trying to write a narrative (Russ vs Dennis) 2.) It’s rare to hear reporters ask about ball.

The look that Westbrook gave to the reporter is absolutely hilarious 😂

That’s dope that someone recognized him in a positive light … there’s still some of us out there Russ. Still ppl wanna see you do good lol

That smile tho.. that’s the smile we all want and want to see everyone have.

Russ is by far one of the most UNDERRATED ballers of all time. We live in such a negative world, it breaks my heart to know he goes out and gives his soul and most of the time he gets downed for it..

Love how his body language changed as she complimented him...he went from a shell/defensive posture to being receptive of her compliments...

She changed his whole mood 😊

Russ gets so much unnecessary hate. It was nice to see him smile and shoutout to that reporter. She probably made his day.

Her Energy was so powerful, you can actually see it transferring from her to him that was beautiful

The rubbing of the arm for comfort trying to control his excitement when she started giving him his props. I felt dat 💪 keep up the good work RW

A complement goes lonnnnggg way. Changed his whole mood. Kudos to her.

she lifted bros spirits, hell yeah

3:17 it’s funny but it’s also kinda sad how much the positive reinforcement meant to him after all the scrutiny he’s been under. It’s easy to forget that these pro athletes are humans with feelings too.

russ interviews be so funny 😭😭😭😭

Russ so used to people being condescending, he gets so excited for praise.

Hell yes! Russell Westbrook finally got some props for the constant effort he puts in to win and improve his game. You can tell it made his day and he deserved it. 👏

Two things: the male reporter(s) seemed intent on highlighting mistakes and what went wrong. While the two women we heard from just wanted to celebrate the athletic skill. Secondly: Russell's whole outlook and attitude changed once he was acknowledged as talented. It's so easy to forget that these guys are just humans like anyone else. When you ask them negative questions they are of course going to return that energy. Give these guys some love and watch them shine.

Who’s the journalist that had Russ smiling like that 😂😂😂

His reaction was awesome…. But I would’ve laughed even harder if he asked her to repeat the question 😂

2:33 this is finna be another meme 💀

That's kinda sad tbh. Imagine being ridiculed every game for everything, everyone expecting perfection because you're a PRO, always expecting & knowing you're gonna get dissected by the press. I'm glad he was able to get a different angle.

Honestly we should figure out a way to get a kids-version press conference after some games. Weekend afternoon games would be great. Just a little section where players get innocent questions and compliments from people who are genuinely happy to be around them

Wow he was so happy . Its so easy to hate on people and he really shaking off the hate he really needed this 😊

Westbrook reaction tells you how long its been since he has gotten positive feedback 😂

So little can make a grown man feel good and even blush. Nice reporter and if this player is in the lineup, he can't be bad. I might be ignorant but it was nice seeing that smile ❤️

What a great human being and teammate

i love his interviews

I actually started liking Russ as of this moment, his positivity and authenticity came out this time, something we haven't seen before just because he was always being hated on and attacked, reporters should have a more positive attitude toward players even when they mess up

I love westbrook man...

😂 boy was loving them compliments shout out to her lol 💙

I love Russ, and he will be missed when he says goodbye to the game

I made a clip of her complementing him that I watch when I feel sad always makes me feel better

The accolades are very appreciative to guys along with the criticism. Especially to the ones that go hard and give it their all on the court and field.

Russ looking around like yall need to take notes 🤣

He May Not Have Won, But He Sure Had Some Fun 🙃

i love westbrooo interviews man😭💀💀💀

Westbrook is funny as HELL 😂😂😂

Russ face on the thumbnail pic got me weak 😂😂

He was blushing

He needed to hear that

She was amazing.. he needed to hear that love..

People don’t realize that people smile when they are in pain or feel awkward

she really made his day

I LOVE WATCHING RUSS POST GAME INTERVIEWS LOOOOOOOOOOL!! 😭😭😭😭

you see Russ process if this reporter is gonna complete the compliment or gonna tear him apart at the last second in her question. notice how engaged he is by sitting up so straight and looking at her while with others he's hunched over looking down or at them.

Russ face at 2:35 LMAOOO 😭😭😭

Man that reporter was trying to rizz Russ up 😂😭

Props to the guy who followed up on Rui as well. Added more details for the Japanese interviewer to include in her report.

I love Russell bro

Russ is a fantastic listener and very analytic and articulate! Impressed.

He was playing really good this month, and when trade rumors came up once again, he is looking like last year in last 2 games....

I am not a Laker fan, but truly hate how Russ has to take all the heat for losses. He's super talented & athletic!!! Been playing extremely well & needs to be more respected.

1:20 straight cappin lol

man this got a be the greatest westbrook interview ever lol

Glad Russ is on good spirits. That's so important when things aren't going the way we want them to go. Smiling doesn't mean he don't care.

W female reporter

That’s awesome you know that meant a lot to him

"Do you think that swung momentum at all?" "No" *silent stare of death* Homegirl came in with the save. Nice to see russ get some love. Mf hate on him all the time. Highs or lows, being from OKC ill always have love for russ. I want to see him get a ring whether it's 6th man, on the bench, whatever. Dude deserves it.

love westbrook he is such a nice guy, btw where can i ubuy that same grey shirt guys ??

Best question from a reporter I’ve heard in a while.

The reporter's compliment sure brighten up Russ. I would do too if somebody gave me a compliment. Russ is a great player, but I think he's just unlucky that his teams can't get over to a championship. Now he's gettin older and his window is gettin slimmer. Hope he gets a championship before he retires.

"Lets just have fun" -Russ

Question and answer at 2:30 lmao

😂😂😭😭😂 Russ funny asf

Bro :(( I've always appreciate russ.. At least he's giving his 100% day in day out..

heartwarming moment

if we only lifted people up like how the girl reporter praised Russell

.... 1:36 man.... honestly I can't even 'hate' Russ about this anymore. The way he gets so hilariously antsy about certain types of questions, then immediately will brighten up when asked something positive about his teammates. And then that reporter around 3 minutes giving him the assist with the compliments 😂 People always say leave Russ alone he just "wants to have fun". Alright. 👍🏽

russ funny ash🤣🤣

Mans was high as hell off those compliments!

Hope you had fun during this game Russ🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

Y’all turn on the subtitles 😂😂😂

I watched the last 2 Lakers games when I get time to watch and every time he turns the ball over noticeably a lot, and since the team doesn't play together well or have scorers he takes shots and bricks them. That's the difference in wins vs losses.

He's always giggling before these bad game post interviews lol

A real good moment

Mad props to the reporter and Westbrook is legit.

2:46 *LMAO MEME INCOMING*

Lmao Westbrook is funny as hell

Russ love language: Words of Affirmation

Damn Russ chill, don’t go off being Shannon on the first question.

westbrook will never hold himself accountable lmao

Love watching this...people quick to speak on the bad... what about the good!!!

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I was in the foulest of moods this morning, till I watched Russ!

Nah the reporter was glazing crazyyy

POV : You found the thumbnail funny. 😂😂😂😂

Westbrook has been playing well. He makes a few mistakes and the media jump on it…… He isn’t the only one who makes mistakes in the league. He gets destroyed when he makes a mistakes.

Russell looking like Andrew Wiggins when he’s high after those compliments and recognition

His whole mood changed after that compliment

anyone know what watch he's wearing?

some one give these guys a MAPPP🤫

No athlete has better post game interviews than Westbrook

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 it got awkward as hell after the first question

Let’s just have fun guys, fun fun fun. Fun everywhere guys, let play for fun.