Lakers Fans Get a Reason to Rejoice from Russell Westbrook Despite Defeat to Devin Booker’s Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers and their performances are becoming frustrating for the fans. The Lakers were handed their 11th loss of the season after the loss against Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns. The LA side has almost everything going wrong for them, including their star player’s injury. But amidst all this, there seems to be a silver lining. Russell Westbrook stood up for his teammate’s actions in Tuesday’s loss against the Suns.

The Lakers star Russell Westbrook stood up for his teammate Pat Beverley after he was ejected against the Suns. Westbrook spoke in favor in the post-match conference with words that might provide something to look forward to for the Lakers fans.

Russell Westbrook on Beverley’s ejection against the Suns

Russell Westbrook isn’t having the time of his life in the 2022-23 season. His team is underperforming. To add insult to injury, he has to often bear the brunt of jokes and criticism from fans and the media. The Los Angeles Lakers‘ record is now 5-11 as they lost against Phoenix Suns recently. There’s nothing great for the Lakers to talk about now, except what Westbrook addressed in the post-match conference.

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With 12 minutes to go in the game, a small altercation between the players led to Pat Beverley pushing Deandre Ayton in the back. There was an ejection of Beverley following that. In hindsight, Westbrook spoke about it in his post-match conference.

“I mean I love it, personally. Protecting another saying that ‘We have each other’s backs ‘ is the most important part of a team,” said the 34-year-old when enquired about his thoughts on the matter. 

These words from the nine-time All-Star will surely assure LA fans about the chemistry inside the purple and gold squad. Despite losing games, it’s certainly good to see teammates sticking up for each other instead of turning against each other.

However, Devin Booker had different thoughts on Beverley though, as he mentioned how the player should “stop pushing people in the back.” The Suns’ star’s foul on Austin Reaves started the whole incident.

Westbrook also mentioned how his team is improving “slowly, but surely.” Although fans are desperate for more wins on the record, Westbrook, and co. seem calmer than usual with players like Beverley showing passion in the game. 

Is LeBron’s injury costing the Lakers?

LeBron James has missed five games in a row, including their recent loss against the Suns. The superstar is suffering from an adductor injury after being hurt against the Los Angeles Clippers.

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The Lakers have lost two of their five games in the absence of the four-time NBA Champion. It doesn’t exactly scream a need for help, but their performances haven’t improved drastically as well.