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NBA Twitter Mocks Lakers After New Behind the Scenes Drama About Russell Westbrook Trade Emerges
The Los Angeles Lakers had a tragic story this NBA season. With no things going their way, LeBron James and co. failed to make it to the postseason. Moreover, their blockbuster trade for Russell Westbrook did not turn out well. The former MVP didn’t follow his dazzling display with the Wizards. Russ failed to make his mark in his home city. Recently, the purple and gold spoke about the trade and said James’ agent forced it upon them.
Right before the start of the season, the Lake show was on the top of the mountain. One of the favorites to win the NBA, James and Anthony Davis, were set to repeat their 2020 success. However, in a surprising turn of events, the Lakers made a shocking signing. Instead of playing to their problems, they added on after roping in Westbrook from the Washington Wizards. Likewise, the trade did not go well for them.
Jan 2, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) and guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrate a scoring play against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
But looking at the reports coming in, the Lakers are blaming Klutch sports for their decision to sign Brodie.
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Lakers fell to the pressure?
With the Russ trade happening, nothing seemed to make sense among the fans. Looking at Brodie’s style of play, it was nowhere in line with the Lakers. However, despite the obvious difference, they made the trade for the former MVP. And that was the start of their tragic 2022 season. But it seems the drama isn’t going anywhere just yet.
According to Bleacher Report, the Lakers did not want to make this trade happen in the first place. The 17-time champions are internally blaming Klutch Sports, the organization that represents LeBron and Anthony Davis for their slip-up with the Westbrook trade.
bron’s goon squad https://t.co/eF3YYINy6c
— harry pod-der (@rodgersnghbrhd) April 27, 2022
Lakers organization right now/this whole season https://t.co/8zmPjJkHwz pic.twitter.com/q7eiNSUDsS
— TSaff (@trevorsaffel) April 27, 2022
Just say no https://t.co/wLMPivUOBm
— Jonathan Watson (@JWatson0984) April 27, 2022
The blame game https://t.co/OzDircaejw
— LITO (@BigManOnCamp_32) April 28, 2022
What pressure? If they would’ve stuck with your original plan they’d better off. When is the league gonna learn that tho Bron is a great player, he’s a terrible GM?! https://t.co/cctLPJK3ob
— Deakon Dozy-Aye (@Dozier_313) April 27, 2022
This what dysfunctional franchises do. Place blame elsewhere https://t.co/teodHAAJeU
— MIMZ (@the_1st_mimzee) April 27, 2022
Over time, it was clear that LeBron James had a huge impact over the Lakers’ final decisions. But for the blame to shift from the front office to Klutch doesn’t fall right. It is possible that the Lakers did face pressure, but the final decision is always with the organization. They signed off on the trade and ended with a season record of 33-49. As for Russ, he averaged 18.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 7.1 assists in the season. It seems the drama is still not over as Russ’ future with the organization is in question.
With Brodie deleting all his pictures from social media, there is speculation of him leaving the Lake show. After his poor display this season, do you think Russell Westbrook deserves another chance? Let us know in the comment below.
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