NBA Title Contender Out of Russell Westbrook Pursuit originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Knicks' pursuit of veteran guard Russell Westbrook might be ending early as another NBA franchise has shown considerable interest in signing the former All-Star guard, according to basketball writer Marc Stein.

The Sacramento Kings are reportedly in the market for a veteran point guard once the NBA free-agent negotiation period opens Monday.

After the Kings passed on a potential trade for Trae Young, they are reportedly eyeing Russell Westbrook in free agency.