Ex NBA Player Wade Baldwin Makes Fun Of His Fluctuating Stats With Legendary Reference

Wade Baldwin IV, the former Memphis Grizzlies first-round draft choice, is making waves with his recent remarks about NBA icon Russell Westbrook. Baldwin IV, who was picked 17th overall in the 2016 NBA Draft after an impressive stint at Vanderbilt, attempted a humorous quip regarding Westbrook's notorious on-court performance. Following a EuroLeague victory for Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul, in which he recorded 10 points, eight assists, seven rebounds, and seven turnovers, Baldwin IV’s playful jab referenced Westbrook's inconsistent gameplay, particularly during his recent tenure with the Lakers.However, his comment quickly generated backlash on social media, prompting Baldwin IV to retract his statement, clarifying on X, “I tweaked... Russ is damn near my favorite player all time. My apologies.” Despite being a high draft pick, Baldwin IV struggled in the NBA, playing only 56 games before transitioning to a successful EuroLeague career, where he now plays for Fenerbahce but might reconsider future quips.