Through the years, some legendary teams have been assembled. The ‘Big 3’ in Laker land looked to ride the same boat. However, the story was not meant to be. The trio of LeBron James, Westbrook, and Davis accumulated just 33 wins for the Lakers in the entire season. Their breakup looked inevitable, with all the reports flowing in. But, according to some reports, they have made vows to make it work again.
The purple and gold had major troubles last season. Anthony Davis was once again not fit and Frank Vogel became the scapegoat for their downfall last season. The 2020 NBA champions brought in Russ whose form worryingly deteriorated. Averaging just 18 points per game, the scoring champ didn’t find a home in his birthplace.
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Despite the failures, the three LA gems aren’t giving up on their hopes just yet.
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Lakers to keep their trio in place?
Since the off-season began, the Lakers have been linked with stars of several teams. Indiana’s Buddy Hield and Kyrie Irving have been on their radar. More than anything, the Lake show wants to get rid of Russ. However, while LeBron also wanted to reunite with KAI, it looks like he has had a change of heart. And the Lakers fans couldn’t be more heartbroken.
Chris Haynes drove an arrow through their hearts with his recent report. According to him, LeBron James, AD, and Russ all came together on a call to confirm their commitment.
Welp, Lakers fans, we’re cooked. Time to pack it up. pic.twitter.com/F8tiFxNLbq
— Myke (@mykejamess) July 18, 2022
I dont want to see Part 2 #LakersNation https://t.co/15nEyGOEwY pic.twitter.com/OxVcR0JzE1
— Mr. Rule ♈ 💨 (@stanley7305) July 19, 2022
another nightmare season for the lakers?? sign me up lmfaooo pic.twitter.com/p55iEzT6Ug https://t.co/rJZUtwhgfj
— . (@stephspoole) July 18, 2022
pic.twitter.com/5GwVMZpd2v https://t.co/RB2EduTp3q
— LakeShowYo (@LakeShowYo) July 18, 2022
Didn’t they do this in summer 2021? https://t.co/bBpU8pNC26 pic.twitter.com/q99WhKXYUJ
— Frosty Bias (@frostybias) July 19, 2022
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this is Lakers fans 9/11 https://t.co/QGqTaa4ZR5
— dev🥷 (@ssodev) July 18, 2022
Till now, the heart of the fans was with KAI. The Lake show were favorites to sign the Nets guard. However, the seven-time All-Star himself accepted that he might stay with the Nets this season. At the end of the day, Westbrook’s trade value isn’t high anymore. But towards the end of the season, he showed flashes of his true self. Putting up nearly 23 points on an efficient percentage, ‘Brodie’ proved that he still has a lot left in the tank. At the end of the day, the Lakers trio has a lot of work to do.
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With LeBron James desperate to get himself another championship, do you think Westbrook will make the necessary sacrifices? Let us know your views in the comments below.