Russell Westbrook Once Claimed That LeBron James Stands No Chance Against Him: “He’s a Good Friend of Mine.. But I’m Winning”

Los Angeles Lakers registered their 22nd win of the season after beating the Utah Jazz at home on Monday. However, they are still on .500 this season and that sums up their this season. The Lakers signed many stars during the off-season, including Russell Westbrook, who has failed to live up to their expectations. They’re still heavily dependent on LeBron James this season.

Russell Westbrook grew up watching and supporting the Lakers in LA. However, he finally got the opportunity to wear the iconic purple and gold as a professional at the age of 32. But things haven’t been the same since his move to the Lakers. Russ has received constant criticism this season over consistency and failing to settle in with the Lakers. But it was his dream to play alongside LeBron James and the Lakers.

Westbrook has started all games this season but has failed to link up with LeBron. Russ and James have been friends for a long time, but it’s not easy to replicate the same relationship on the court.

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But did you all know that Westbrook once said that LeBron cannot beat him one-on-one? Russ said that in 2019, during his conversation with Kevin Hart.

Russell Westbrook once said that he believes LeBron James can’t beat him one-on-one

Westbrook appeared for Kevin Hart’s YouTube show ‘Cold as Balls’ in February 2019. He used to play for the Thunder at that time. During their conversation, Kevin asked him who will come on top between him and LeBron in a one-on-one game. To this, Westbrook replied that James will not win against him.

“LeBron James will not win, and he’s a good friend of mine,” Westbrook told Hart.

“I’m just letting you know. I’m winning.”

Since then, Westbrook has played for four different teams. He is now playing alongside LeBron James and we may never know who will actually come out on top 1-on-1. LeBron James didn’t react to Westbrook at that time.

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Westbrook currently is going through a rough patch. But he had an incredible game against the Jazz last night and will be looking to replicate the same in the coming games.