Thunder guard Russell Westbrook has opted not to play for Team USA during the upcoming FIBA World Cup in Spain, according to Yahoo.com.
There has been no reason given for Westbrook's unexpected absence, though he did deal with ongoing trouble with his surgically repaired knee through the season. Westbrook missed 36 games last season and spent much of the year under a minutes limit, so this could just be a chance to get him rest, after another deep playoff run.