Lakers Talking To This Team About Russell Westbrook

BYAlexander ColePublished on February 03, 20233.5K Views

Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on from the bench in the third quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 31, 2023 in New York City. The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the New York Knicks 129-123 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

The Lakers have some moves to make.

Overall, the Lakers have been a hit-or-miss team this season. They currently have a record of 25-28, which puts them 12th in the Western Conference. However, despite the poor record, they are somehow just a few games away from becoming the sixth-place team in the West. Needless to say, the team just needs one long win streak in order to break through. It won't be easy, although with LeBron James and Anthony Davis playing on a new level, it is certainly possible.

Additionally, the NBA trade deadline is in about six days from now. The Lakers are one of those teams that are expected to at least try and make a big move. For months, the Lakers have been trying to move some of their pieces, to no avail. Guys like Russell Westbrook and Patrick Beverley are both expected to be on the trading block. While that sounds like a great negotiating chip, it hasn't led to much for the purple and gold.

Lakers Taking Calls

Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 30, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets won 121-104. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

According to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report, the Lakers have been having some discussions about Westbrook. As it turns out, these discussions have been with the likes of the Utah Jazz. Overall, Utah is a team that is trying to rebuild, while the Lakers want to win now. Moreover, the Lakers have two draft picks that the Jazz would love to own. Trading Westbrook to Utah as a rental could very well pay off. However, it remains to be seen who the Lakers would get in return. Given the price, it would have to be a pretty significant haul.

Either way, the Lakers have about a week to really think all of this through. They understand that teams will overcharge them, and they simply need to navigate that reality. However, if the team can marginally get better, then that could be all they need in order to make the postseason. Let us know what you think the Lakers should do, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from the sports world.

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Alexander Cole

Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.