Thon Maker found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time as Russell Westbrook collected him on his way to a rim shaking dunk.
DON’T MAKE RUSS ANGRY 😤 pic.twitter.com/eVN5ZiXTod
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 30, 2017
This rubs salt in the wounds of Maker, who is struggling in his second season in the league. Many pundits predicted large strides forward in his game, yet the numbers he’s putting up have remained all too similar to his rookie season, averaging a touch over 4 points and 3 rebounds per contest.
Fans of the Bucks were quick to pay their respects to Thon after the play.
RIP gone too soon
— Ali H (@KidomanNZ8) December 30, 2017
You still alive bro?
— Jasmin Henry (@fizzle_jaz) December 30, 2017
Russell Westbrook played down the dunk when asked by reporters following the game.
Russ’ reaction to his monster poster on Thon Maker 😂
(via @FredKatz) pic.twitter.com/GKkwzXDhS0
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 30, 2017
We can confirm that Thon is alive and well, and is expected to play in their next outing against Toronto.