A Lakers dream turned to nightmare: Inside the ‘toxic’ end of the Russell Westbrook era
2 years, 1 month ago

A Lakers dream turned to nightmare: Inside the ‘toxic’ end of the Russell Westbrook era

New York Times  

After a tumultuous 18 months, the Lakers and Russell Westbrook finally moved on from one another. From both ends of this spectrum – Westbrook’s maneuvering with Washington, James and Davis exerting their influence on the Lakers – this was a superstar-driven trade if ever there was one. Everyone knew that an Irving trade with the Nets would have ended Westbrook’s Lakers tenure, with him likely going to a third team because the Nets did not want him, league sources say. ‘We will figure it out’ Sept. 27, 2021: Superstar shopping: LeBron, Russell Westbrook and the Lakers’ summer of recruiting Oct. 20, 2021: Can Russell Westbrook change his game and help lift Lakers? LeBron James preaches patience Jan. 14, 2022: Walking with Westbrook: Why the Lakers star isn’t letting his struggles steal his joy Feb. 7, 2022: Lakers bench Russell Westbrook, but this problem goes beyond one night March 8, 2022: Russell Westbrook on death threats, harassment: ‘I don’t even want to bring my kids to the game’ July 18, 2022: In the Russell Westbrook-Lakers saga, the worst may be yet to come Sept. 16, 2022: The Lakers’ Russell Westbrook quandary: The plan to handle this season and beyond Oct. 3, 2022: Inside the Lakers’ Russell Westbrook plan: Why he’s still in L.A., but the possibility of a trade still exists Oct. 24, 2022: The Lakers are 0-3 and their Russell Westbrook problem is getting harder to ignore Nov. 4, 2022: Why bringing Russell Westbrook off the bench may have unlocked the best version of him Dec. 15, 2022: LA confidential: Why Lakers likely won’t deal Russell Westbrook Feb. 8, 2022: As LeBron James makes history, his Lakers come to grips with their dire present

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Lakers newsletter: LeBron James still shows no signs of dropping from the elite ranks
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Lakers newsletter: LeBron James still shows no signs of dropping from the elite ranks

LA Times  

Hey everyone, I’m Dan Woike and welcome to the Times Lakers Newsletter, our weekly check-in direct from inside the Lakers’ locker room to inside your email inbox — a road that, I assume, has some of the Los Angeles traffic that’s mildly annoying Luka Doncic. Playing in 11 of the Lakers’ 12 games in February, James averaged 29.3 points, 10.5 …

2025 NBA trade deadline winners: Lakers, Cavaliers on top after unprecedented week
1 month, 2 weeks ago

2025 NBA trade deadline winners: Lakers, Cavaliers on top after unprecedented week

New York Times  

Activity at the NBA trade deadline reshaped the league for years to come with maneuvers that will take weeks, if not months, to fully process. But the big trade for this season — you know the one I’m talking about — was a signal that the Lakers, and the NBA, are preparing and beginning to move on from him. The …

Lakers need to choose a clear path as clocks ticks down on LeBron James era
2 months ago

Lakers need to choose a clear path as clocks ticks down on LeBron James era

New York Times  

The Mavericks have traded Luka Doncic to the Lakers in a blockbuster deal including Anthony Davis. LOS ANGELES — With the NBA’s trade deadline fast approaching, the Los Angeles Lakers have 17 days to determine the organization’s direction as the LeBron James-Anthony Davis era winds down. And we have to play close-to-perfect basketball.” After sitting out three trade cycles — …

News Analysis: It’s a big month for the Lakers as trade deadline looms
2 months, 3 weeks ago

News Analysis: It’s a big month for the Lakers as trade deadline looms

LA Times  

The Lakers appear poised to stay the course with Anthony Davis and LeBron James without adding a third star to the team before the trade deadline. Instead of frantically hunting for a third star or pushing chips in on a starting-caliber center, the Lakers, rival executives believe, will move in different ways than it might’ve seemed earlier this season. While …

Letters to Sports: LeBron James’ longevity could prove costly for Lakers
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Letters to Sports: LeBron James’ longevity could prove costly for Lakers

LA Times  

So LeBron James thinks he could continue high-level play for another five to seven years? Maybe he can and thus satisfy his fans that he is “superman.” But this would probably ensure that the Lakers will not win an NBA championship for another five to seven years. Richard Raffalow Valley Glen LeBron James’ youngest son Bryce has announced that he …

LeBron James goes old school to lead Lakers past the Jazz
3 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James goes old school to lead Lakers past the Jazz

LA Times  

LeBron James missed all his three-point shots, but the Lakers managed to win. “So it’s an adjustment.” But with the Lakers missing Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell and the young Jazz defense ripe for some bullying, the Lakers switched up. “But the way we want to play this year is a little bit different and I’m adjusting to it as …

Lakers newsletter: Don’t expect a great start to the season
6 months, 1 week ago

Lakers newsletter: Don’t expect a great start to the season

LA Times  

The physical toll of playing in the Olympics could cause LeBron James to be slow to ramp up this season. It’s a day people have come to look toward, despite, like one team exec told me, “we’re gonna play 41 at home and 41 on the road.” That’s guaranteed. The Golden rules LeBron James appeared on Lakers’ social media this …

What I learned about Lakers’ patient offseason strategy — and how long it might last
8 months, 1 week ago

What I learned about Lakers’ patient offseason strategy — and how long it might last

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — More than two weeks into free agency, the Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the quietest teams in the NBA. One of the reasons the Lakers have been unable to make any signings and had to explore trades is that four roster holdovers who were given second-year player options last summer — D’Angelo Russell, Christian Wood, …

LeBron James and Lakers: Is the basketball superstar staying with LA? Where is the whopping deal headed?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

LeBron James and Lakers: Is the basketball superstar staying with LA? Where is the whopping deal headed?

Hindustan Times  

LA Lakers has scored a big victory by winning back the NBA's all-time leading scorer LeBron James. LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots as Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans defends during the second half of a play-in tournament game at the Smoothie King Center on April 16, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The whopping …

LeBron James' new deal confirms the Lakers' offseason is a bust
8 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James' new deal confirms the Lakers' offseason is a bust

LA Times  

The Lakers give an aging star a generous contract extension that ensures he will retire in their uniform. Using the Kobe Bryant scenario as a guide, the Lakers won’t be contenders until at least 2028, eight years after their bubble title and 18 years after their last full-season championship. Pelinka was rejected by his top coaching candidate Dan Hurley, a …

No Klay in L.A.: What is the Lakers’ next move?
8 months, 3 weeks ago

No Klay in L.A.: What is the Lakers’ next move?

LA Times  

LeBron James reportedly tried to recruit former Warriors guard Klay Thompson to the Lakers. More than 24 hours into free agency, armed with LeBron James’ willingness to take less than a maximum salary should the Lakers find worthy use for their midlevel exception, and the team has yet to make any moves of note. The Lakers’ pursuit of Klay Thompson …

With LeBron James expected to return, Lakers must provide him meaningful roster upgrades
8 months, 3 weeks ago

With LeBron James expected to return, Lakers must provide him meaningful roster upgrades

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2024 offseason is off to an encouraging start. Then, on Saturday, nearly five hours ahead of a 5 p.m. deadline, LeBron James opted out of his contract with the intention of re-signing with the Lakers, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. If the Lakers don’t land a star or high-level starter with their non-taxpayer midlevel exception, …

Why the Lakers set out to make history by drafting Bronny James at No. 55
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Why the Lakers set out to make history by drafting Bronny James at No. 55

New York Times  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — There aren’t many firsts remaining for a franchise like the Los Angeles Lakers. 55 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft and team him with his father, LeBron James, the Lakers couldn’t pass on the chance to make history. “The biggest moments in sports happen with the Lakers,” Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager …

The Lakers are front and center of the NBA Draft and the start of free agency
9 months ago

The Lakers are front and center of the NBA Draft and the start of free agency

New York Times  

As is often the case, the Los Angeles Lakers are at the center of the NBA offseason for a variety of reasons. GO DEEPER What we learned about JJ Redick's strategy in Lakers intro: More 3s, Anthony Davis' role and more Just as things appeared to calm momentarily before Wednesday’s NBA Draft, The Athletic reported on Tuesday that James and …

What can Lakers learn from each NBA conference finalist? Be bold, but smart
10 months ago

What can Lakers learn from each NBA conference finalist? Be bold, but smart

New York Times  

As the Los Angeles Lakers continue their coaching search and offseason preparation, the NBA’s conference finals are ongoing. The parallels might be strongest with the 2009 and 2010 championship Lakers teams, though — a point Bomani Jones made on TNT’s Western Conference finals Altcast. For what it’s worth, three of the top four playoff teams in 3-point attempts per game …

Hernández: The Lakers must do whatever it takes to keep LeBron James
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Hernández: The Lakers must do whatever it takes to keep LeBron James

LA Times  

Will LeBron James return to the Lakers lineup next season? James was frustrated as time ran out during the team’s Game 5 playoff loss to the Denver Nuggets Monday night, ending the Lakers’ season. Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon drives past Lakers guards Austin Reaves, left, and D’Angelo Russell during Game 5 of their first-round playoff series Monday in Denver. I’m …

Inside a Lakers season gone wrong and what’s next for LeBron James, Darvin Ham
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Inside a Lakers season gone wrong and what’s next for LeBron James, Darvin Ham

New York Times  

The Lakers fired coach Darvin Ham after another early postseason exit. And by the time the Lakers’ season ended in Game 5 against Denver on Monday night, when Jamal Murray’s second game-winner of the first-round series sent the Lakers home less than a year after the Nuggets swept them last May, there were strong signs within the organization that Ham …

Lakers newsletter: LeBron James points out the NBA’s college basketball problem
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakers newsletter: LeBron James points out the NBA’s college basketball problem

LA Times  

Hey everyone, this is Dan Woike and welcome to The Times’ Lakers newsletter, coming to you on the way back from one of the best Lakers’ road trips in recent memory. That’s what we all love.” Currently, WNBA rules allow for graduating college seniors or anyone turning 22 during the “calendar year” in which the draft is held. Multiple league …

Lakers newsletter: How D’Angelo Russell entrenched himself in the team’s future
1 year ago

Lakers newsletter: How D’Angelo Russell entrenched himself in the team’s future

LA Times  

Hey everyone, I’m Dan Woike and welcome back to the Lakers Newsletter, our once-a-week music recommendation that is disguised as a place to talk basketball. This week, before we listen to some modern rock, we’re gonna reexamine D’Angelo Russell’s huge game Friday night and the questions that, rightfully, still exist. After he helped the Lakers’ beat the Bucks, Russell delivered …

Lakers confident their offensive identity can help them stay hot after the all-star break
1 year, 1 month ago

Lakers confident their offensive identity can help them stay hot after the all-star break

LA Times  

Lakers D’Angelo Russell, left, and LeBron James high five as they walk on the court alongside teammates Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers didn’t have LeBron James on Jan. 15 in Utah, the middle of a stretch during which the team played every other day for almost an entire month. Since Jan. 15, the Lakers are …

Lakers brush off LeBron James trade rumors and beat Utah
1 year, 1 month ago

Lakers brush off LeBron James trade rumors and beat Utah

LA Times  

LeBron James wasn’t with the Lakers as they played their final game prior to the All-Star break. Early Wednesday morning before the Lakers’ 138-122 win against the Utah Jazz, a story published by ESPN detailed attempts by the Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers to trigger trade discussions with the Lakers about James ahead of the deadline last week. My responsibility is …

What we know about LeBron’s Lakers future: Could Steph Curry, Warriors or Knicks be involved?
1 year, 1 month ago

What we know about LeBron’s Lakers future: Could Steph Curry, Warriors or Knicks be involved?

New York Times  

The hourglass was so fitting.Only LeBron James knows the true meaning of that infamous Jan. 30 tweet, the one with 27.9 million views that was seen by so many as a hat tip to Father Time and a sign the 39-year-old Los Angeles Lakers star was longing for something more in his legendary basketball life. The fact that it replicated …

Trade anxiety gone, Lakers score 87 first-half points in win over Pelicans
1 year, 1 month ago

Trade anxiety gone, Lakers score 87 first-half points in win over Pelicans

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James celebrates during the second half of a 139-122 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena on Friday night. Friday, with the deadline behind them, the Lakers’ supporting cast certainly looked like a group with some weight off its shoulders in a 139-122 win against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers Lakers unveil …

As Lakers wrap road trip, attention turns toward future as NBA trade deadline nears
1 year, 1 month ago

As Lakers wrap road trip, attention turns toward future as NBA trade deadline nears

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2024 NBA trade deadline. When we buckle down defensively and play the right way, play Laker basketball, then we’re a tough team to beat.” To Davis’ point, the Lakers won two games they were supposed to win — at least based on record — against the Golden State Warriors and the Hornets, lost …

Lakers helped make NBA’s inaugural in-season tournament one to remember
1 year, 3 months ago

Lakers helped make NBA’s inaugural in-season tournament one to remember

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James holds the NBA Cup trophy surrounded by teammates after winning the championship game of the inaugural in-season tournament at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. It wasn’t a jackpot, but it wasn’t a bust My bias on the in-season tournament exists because of the road the Lakers walked — one that began with a highly competitive game …

Lakers struggling to find ‘cohesion’ amid injuries, but some problems go beyond health
1 year, 4 months ago

Lakers struggling to find ‘cohesion’ amid injuries, but some problems go beyond health

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Lakers vs Suns in the quarterfinal of the NBA In-Season Tournament. “It seems like we have one person that’s coming off of injury and then someone else going on the inactive list,” coach Darvin Ham told reporters after Wednesday’s loss. I’m not discouraged or anything because we haven’t been whole all year.” GO DEEPER …

Some predictions (good news for Anthony Davis) as season begins for the Lakers
1 year, 5 months ago

Some predictions (good news for Anthony Davis) as season begins for the Lakers

LA Times  

Hey everyone, it’s Dan Woike and this is the Lakers newsletter. Anthony Davis has his defining season His best stretch of basketball as a Laker came in the bubble, but since then, he’s been plagued by a short turnaround and some injury bad luck. But in his second season in Darvin Ham’s system, empowered by a stretch without LeBron James …

Lakers title hopes begin — and end? — with LeBron and Anthony Davis
1 year, 5 months ago

Lakers title hopes begin — and end? — with LeBron and Anthony Davis

LA Times  

This Lakers preview column wanted to be trendy. Thus leads this column to the one question every Lakers fan must ask themselves before what could be the most exciting Lakers season since they won their last 82-game championship a distant 13 years ago. If you do, you’ll believe these Lakers have a good chance of returning to the Western Conference …

The Lakers’ LeBron James is redefining NBA longevity as he reaches his 21st season
1 year, 5 months ago

The Lakers’ LeBron James is redefining NBA longevity as he reaches his 21st season

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — LeBron James is already the defining figure of this basketball era with his strength, skills, smarts and relentless will to win. Few have ever done it like James, whose ascent to the throne of the NBA’s oldest player caught his Lakers teammates by surprise. “He’s still out here making us look bad in practice.” James makes …

Lakers star LeBron James will return for 21st NBA season
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers star LeBron James will return for 21st NBA season

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James, looking to pass while defended by Nuggets guard Jamal Murray during the playoffs, will return for his 21st NBA season. Lakers star LeBron James won’t be retiring from the NBA — at least not now. “The real question for me is, ‘Can I play without cheating this game?’ The day I can’t give this game everything …

Lakers nearly finished building around core with Austin Reaves, D’Angelo Russell deals
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers nearly finished building around core with Austin Reaves, D’Angelo Russell deals

LA Times  

D’Angelo Russell, splitting the defense of Golden State’s JaMychal Green, left, and Jordan Poole, has agreed to a two-year, $36-million deal to return to the Lakers. What began Friday afternoon with the Lakers luring starting guard Gabe Vincent from Miami wrapped up around lunch on Saturday when Austin Reaves committed to the Lakers, the organization agreeing to deals with Taurean …

Lebron James hints at NBA retirement after Lakers exit finals
1 year, 10 months ago

Lebron James hints at NBA retirement after Lakers exit finals

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Goodbye King? LeBron James hints at retirement after Lakers' elimination from NBA 2023
1 year, 10 months ago

Goodbye King? LeBron James hints at retirement after Lakers' elimination from NBA 2023

Hindustan Times  

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is considering retirement after his team's disappointing elimination from NBA on Monday night. LeBron James After ending his 20th NBA season on a disappointing note, James told ESPN that he would think about whether he will continue to play basketball. Despite suffering injury this season, James gave it his all and played pivotal role …

Lakers plan to keep young core together, hopefully with LeBron James
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers plan to keep young core together, hopefully with LeBron James

LA Times  

As Darvin Ham and Rob Pelinka walked to their seats to wrap up the Lakers’ season that ended the night before, Pelinka turned to his team’s coach and looked to the future. We want to fit the puzzle together in a way that’ll help us compete for championships.” LeBron James and Anthony Davis still appear to be at the center …

Lakers' inspirational season might open 2024 NBA Finals path
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers' inspirational season might open 2024 NBA Finals path

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis walks off the court after a season-ending loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference finals Monday at Crypto.com Arena. In a play that typified the Lakers uphill battle of a season, James’ potential score-tying jumper was blocked by Denver’s Aaron Gordon in the final seconds Monday to cement the Nuggets’ …

NBA: Lakers looking for boost after falling behind Denver in Western Conference finals
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Lakers looking for boost after falling behind Denver in Western Conference finals

The Hindu  

Although the Los Angeles Lakers’ late-season transformation is one of this NBA season’s best stories, LeBron James and his teammates finally appear to be running out of steam in the Western Conference finals. I know it’s going to be a tough hill to climb up, but we still have an opportunity to play the best basketball of the series in …

How Lakers’ LeBron James, Anthony Davis revamped their games to lead a title contender
1 year, 10 months ago

How Lakers’ LeBron James, Anthony Davis revamped their games to lead a title contender

New York Times  

Anthony Davis leaned back and scrunched his face when asked what he remembers about the Denver Nuggets after facing them in the 2020 Western Conference finals in the NBA bubble. “It’s hard to say just because they’re a different team,” Davis said after the Los Angeles Lakers’ series-clinching Game 6 victory over the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference …

Lakers make conference finals; LeBron James gets his moment
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers make conference finals; LeBron James gets his moment

LA Times  

This is a magical moment for the Lakers but a defining one for LeBron James. If this newly assembled team advances past the Western Conference finals, which start Tuesday, history will remember the 2023 NBA Finals as LeBron’s 11th trip and the one that cemented him as basketball’s GOAT. The struggles of the Lakers’ season were the backdrop for James’ …

LeBron James and Lakers find their next level in series-clinching triumph
1 year, 10 months ago

LeBron James and Lakers find their next level in series-clinching triumph

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James celebrates after scoring a basket in the third quarter of a 122-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals Friday at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers Photos: Lakers defeat Warriors, set up showdown with the Nuggets Photos showcasing some of the biggest moments of the Lakers’ victory over the Golden State …

Lakers turn focus toward Game 6: ‘We have another opportunity’
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers turn focus toward Game 6: ‘We have another opportunity’

LA Times  

Lakers guard Lonnie Walker scores a basket against Warriors forward Kevon Looney during the second half of Game 5 on Wednesday night at Chase Center. “Obviously, they played exceptionally well here tonight, and we had some good moments, but not as close to 48 minutes as we needed to be, but we’ve got another opportunity on Friday, and we look …

'Hell of an opportunity': Lakers earn play-in shot at playoffs
1 year, 11 months ago

'Hell of an opportunity': Lakers earn play-in shot at playoffs

LA Times  

Lakers players on the bench celebrate a play during the victory over the Jazz on Sunday at Crypto.com Arena that helped the team clinch seventh place in the Western Conference. “Obviously, you would like to secure your position but things don’t always fall your way,” Ham said. “That’s all we asked for, to put ourselves in a position to move …

LeBron's return looms, Lakers upgrade superstar to ‘questionable’ for Bulls game
1 year, 11 months ago

LeBron's return looms, Lakers upgrade superstar to ‘questionable’ for Bulls game

Hindustan Times  

It's been a long and trying 13 games for the Los Angeles Lakers without their superstar, LeBron James. But the basketball gods might finally be smiling down on the team as James has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, center, center Mo Bamba, left, and guard Dennis …

Lakers gear up with optimism as LeBron's return looms for match against Thunders
2 years ago

Lakers gear up with optimism as LeBron's return looms for match against Thunders

Hindustan Times  

The Los Angeles Lakers are feeling upbeat as they prepare to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in a home game on Friday. Mar 22, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reacts after a 3 point basket in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Crypto.com Arena. Despite James' absence due to a right …

Lakers’ LeBron James begins on-court activity, hopeful to play within final 3-4 games: Sources
2 years ago

Lakers’ LeBron James begins on-court activity, hopeful to play within final 3-4 games: Sources

New York Times  

Lakers star LeBron James has begun on-court activity amid his recovery from a right foot tendon injury, the team said Thursday. Here’s what you need to know: Los Angeles says there’s no timeline yet for James’ return, but according to league sources, he’s hopeful to return within the final three to four games of the regular season. — LeBron James …

The Lakers, with new look and at full strength, bring emotion entering All-Star break
2 years, 1 month ago

The Lakers, with new look and at full strength, bring emotion entering All-Star break

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — D’Angelo Russell took two dribbles and pulled up for an uncontested 3-pointer from 27 feet in transition. On his way down the floor, he yelled to the Crypto.com Arena crowd, “Like I never left!” He repeated himself, yelling louder and pointing to the Lakers logo on his chest, “Like I never left!” “Just embracing all those emotions,” …

New-look Lakers have hope moving forward, and questions
2 years, 1 month ago

New-look Lakers have hope moving forward, and questions

LA Times  

Lakers point guard D’Angelo Russell elevates for a layup between two Trail Blazers defenders on Monday night in Portland. And after months and months of not-so-secretly trying to trade Westbrook, a change needed to be made — the uncomfortability of it all coming to a head with the Lakers’ chase of Kyrie Irving. So the roster turned over — D’Angelo …

NBA trade deadline: LeBron James needs to leave the Los Angeles Lakers.
2 years, 1 month ago

NBA trade deadline: LeBron James needs to leave the Los Angeles Lakers.

Slate  

LeBron James passed two milestones this week, one of them historic, the other less so. Prior to its expiration, the Los Angeles Lakers, who at the time of this writing are mired in 13th place in the Western Conference with a record of 25–30, shipped out guard Russell Westbrook and a lightly protected 2027 first-round draft pick for point guard …

Los Angeles Lakers trades Russell Westbrook, lands D’Angelo Russell in three-way deal
2 years, 1 month ago

Los Angeles Lakers trades Russell Westbrook, lands D’Angelo Russell in three-way deal

The Hindu  

Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves are finalizing a deal that would send Russell Westbrook to Utah and D’Angelo Russell to Los Angeles, ESPN and The Athletic reported on Thursday. Malik Beasley and Jarred Vanderbilt also will be headed to the Lakers, while the Jazz will receive a top-four-protected 2027 first-round pick plus Juan Toscano-Anderson and Damian Jones …

NBA Twitter reacts to trade deadline, Russell Westbrook move
2 years, 1 month ago

NBA Twitter reacts to trade deadline, Russell Westbrook move

LA Times  

Lakers guard Russell Westbrook, right, was part of a three-team trade with the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers traded point guard and L.A. native Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz as part of a three-team deal in which L.A. will get Malik Beasley and forward Jarred Vanderbilt from the Jazz and welcome back D’Angelo Russell from the Minnesota …

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