“You Gone Get Crucified either Way”: Lakers Legend Magic Johnson’s Stern Advice to Russell Westbrook Has NBA World in Shambles

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Russell Westbrook has been receiving heavy criticism for his performances since the start of the season. Westbrook has been struggling on the court of late. And some questionable plays by him in the Lakers’ most recent loss to the Portland Trail Blazers have highlighted his outspoken behavior even more.

Westbrook has a tendency to argue with the media and journalists. If a reporter ends up asking him a question he does not like, Westbrook tends to give his unfiltered opinions.

Fans react after a Lakers legend advises Westbrook

Lakers legend Magic Johnson had some stern advice for Russell Westbrook. Johnson played 13 seasons for the Los Angeles Lakers. He won three MVP awards, and three finals MVPs and brought five NBA championships to the team. Johnson is a highly decorated legend in the Los Angeles community and is one of the most beloved legends as well.

So when Magic Johnson has some advice for someone, it is in the player’s best interest. Johnson’s advice for Westbrook was, “First off, take accountability. If you don’t play well, admit it. Stop trying to fight the media and the fans and go out and perform.”

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Now, either Westbrook can follow through on what Johnson said to him or lash out. We’ll have to wait and see how that unfolds. However, fans have already given their verdict.

One fan tweeted, “You gone get crucified either way. Why not just own up to you playing a**?” While another fan commented, “Russell is gonna keep doing wat he does best, which is keep jacking up shots and bricking them. Then when the media ask him questions he will get mad with them plain and simple.”

The Russell Westbrook from the past

Russell Westbrook was once an offensive beast. His energy and relentlessness on offense were never-ending, and he was known as a walking triple-double machine. But that started being used against him.

Fans and analysts started calling him a player who only cares about his stats. Russell’s best days in the NBA were with the Oklahoma City Thunder. And although nobody expects him to return to that level, fans, analysts, coaching staff, and probably even his teammates, expect him to make smart decisions on the court.

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The Westbrook bashing has been going for sometime now. It should not come as a surprise if the Los Angeles Lakers front office decides to make a quick decision regarding Westbrook’s future.

What are your thoughts on Westbrook’s latest performances? Let us know in the comments.