Skip Bayless reveals personal reasons behind criticism of Russell Westbrook

Skip Bayless has acknowledged that his long-standing criticism of Russell Westbrook is personal. He revealed this during an appearance on the "All the Smoke" podcast, citing his support for Kevin Durant as a key factor in their ongoing feud. Bayless, a fan of the Oklahoma City Thunder, expressed frustration over Durant's decision to leave the team in 2016, which he claims was influenced by his belief that Westbrook was not a suitable primary decision-maker. This has fueled Bayless's negative remarks about Westbrook over the years. Westbrook, now with the Denver Nuggets, has faced challenges in his career, including a decline in performance and multiple team changes. Despite his new role, Bayless's criticism of Westbrook appears unlikely to change.