?If the Lakers Make This Trash A** Trade?: Western Conference Side Plotting Major Deal Involving Russell Westbrook Baffles NBA Fans

The future of Los Angeles Lakers star Russell Westbrook is still unknown. He has shown flashes of his genius this season, however, nothing concrete. As Kyrie Irving became available, there were reports suggesting that the former MVP could be traded for him. However, Irving joined the Dallas Mavericks. Despite this, it looks like the front office is still trying to move Westbrook before the trade deadline on February 9. Even though a lot of Lakers fans have been asking for him to be traded, not many would want this trade to go down.

Fans are outraged by the reported trade

According to reports from Tim MacMahon from ESPN, the Utah Jazz discussed a deal for Russell Westbrook along with 2027 and 2029 first-round picks in exchange for a combination of rotation players including Mike Conley and Malik Beasley. Also, the report suggested Westbrook would likely receive a buyout after the trade. This rumor shocked Los Angeles Lakers fans around the world and they were outraged. Here are some reactions:

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Most fans could not understand why the front office would give away their important future picks and Westbrook for role players. The players mentioned would be a decent addition to any team. However, the trade-off did not make sense to the fans. Many stated that the Lakers could have gotten stars that are at their prime with the future picks.

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However, Westbrook’s contract has been a huge issue for the Lakers which they have been trying to get rid of. Other teams are not willing to take up his contract without the 2027 and 2029 first-round picks. It looks like that is the case with the Jazz as well. On the other hand, if the Lakers make this deal, they will not be able to make any other trade in this window without any future picks.

Will Russell Westbrook remain a Laker?

When the Lakers acquired Russell Westbrook to play alongside superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the expectation went through the roof. The Lakers had won the title with James and Davis on their side. So, the addition of Russell gave huge confidence to their fans. However, things did not work out and the Lakers missed out on making the playoffs last year.

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The poor form continues of the team this season as well as they look set to miss out on the playoffs yet again. Even though it was not entirely his fault, Westbrook became a scapegoat. However, it has to be noted that his numbers were nowhere near his previous seasons. It will be interesting to see whether Westbrook remains a Laker at the end of the trade deadline.

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