Rockets guard Russell Westbrook tests positive for coronavirus

Alexa Mae Asperin

5 years ago

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 29: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Houston Rockets disputes a call during the first half of the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on February 29, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

HOUSTON (KRON) – Rockets guard Russell Westbrook announced Monday he tested positive for coronavirus and is currently in quarantine.

In an Instagram post, Westbrook said he tested positive before the team left for Orlando.

He added that he’s “feeling well” and is quarantined, while also advising others to “take this virus seriously.”