Lakers Reportedly Still Have Plans For Russell Westbrook Trade

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The offseason has brought forth some unique narratives.

Russell Westbrook was disrespected a lot this past season. People seemingly forgot about all of his accomplishments this past season as he had one of his worst statistical seasons on record. It was clearly a very hard time for Russ, and at this point, it doesn't feel like he is going to be given a chance to redeem himself. Lakers fans have made up their minds on him, and when it comes to the Lakers organization, they have been salivating over a potential trade.

In a new report from Dan Woike of The Los Angeles Times, it looks like the Lakers have a plan for a Russ deal. Essentially, they are waiting for Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell to be traded as these two will help set the market for a potential Russ move.

Lakers Reportedly Still Have Plans For Russell Westbrook Trade
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Per Woike:

“If and when Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell get traded, the space to make a Westbrook trade probably opens a little wider with the costs getting cleared. Lakers sources insist they have options beyond the ones that have been reported (Kyrie Irving, Buddy Hield, Myles Turner and others). Time should better reveal those once the bigger moves get made.”

Lakers Reportedly Still Have Plans For Russell Westbrook Trade
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It's been said numerous times that the Lakers would like to do a deal with the Nets for the likes of Kyrie Irving. This trade would theoretically involve Russ, but for now, nothing has been set in stone.

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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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