Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook are spending part of the offseason together in Italy, sharing moments from the trip through multiple social media posts.
The two longtime NBA point guards, both widely regarded among the most accomplished players at their position, chronicled the vacation with photos and videos from abroad. Among the highlights was a sequence featuring the pair throwing alley-oops to one another, offering a light offseason glimpse of two players best known for their playmaking and competitive intensity.
Paul and Westbrook have each built decorated NBA careers as elite floor generals, combining scoring, passing and leadership over more than a decade in the league. Their shared vacation drew attention because of their stature in basketball and the rare sight of the two stars connecting in a relaxed setting away from NBA competition.
The posts added to the offseason social media presence of both players, giving fans a look at their time in Italy while the league calendar remains between seasons.