Tag: Russell Westbrook
Lakers to Start Engaging Teams on Russell Westbrook Trades
While the Lakers have pumped the brakes on potential Russell Westbrook trades, it appears that it won't be long before they start revving that...
Lakers’ Dennis Schroder Suffers Finger Injury, Status TBD
Lakers point guard Dennis Schroder suffered a finger injury, leaving his availability for the season opener in doubt, per Shams Charania of The Athletic.
Schroder,...
Lakers Exploring Idea of Bringing Russell Westbrook Off Bench
Lakers coach Darvin Ham and point guard Russell Westbrook are exploring the idea of Westbrook coming off the bench and "quarterbacking" the second unit...
West Notes: Warriors, Draymond Green, Pelicans, Lakers
Warriors
If the Warriors weren't receiving their championship rings on opening night, they just may have suspended forward Draymond Green for his practice altercation with...
Pacers, Buddy Hield Open to Trade
The Pacers and Buddy Hield are open to a trade ahead of the season, assuming it makes sense for both sides, per Shams Charania,...
West Notes: Jazz, Collin Sexton, Lakers, Timberwolves
Jazz
While Collin Sexton came off the bench in the Jazz's preseason opener, he chalked that up to being brought along...
LeBron Shoots Blanks in Preseason Opener, But Lakers Aim to Keep it Moving
LeBron James finished 0-of-7 shooting in the Lakers' first preseason game, a home loss to the Kings. But at least we got another look...
Prospects of Lakers Trading Russell Westbrook Remains ‘Real’
While it's been no dice so far, the Lakers intend to keep trying in their efforts to trade Russell Westbrook, according to Shams Charania,...
West Notes: Pelicans, Larry Nance Jr., Lakers, Warriors
Pelicans
Zion Williamson is excited to be back in the fold and he's looking good early. Per coach Willie Green, Williamson "dominated" in the Pelicans'...
West Notes: Lakers, Anthony Davis, Clippers, Rockets
Lakers
After missing a large portion of another season with yet another injury, Anthony Davis said he is ready to roll in 2022-23.
“I’m so excited...
LeBron James Expects ‘Great’ Year From Russell Westbrook
LeBron James made it clear that the Lakers are happy to have Russell Westbrook back in the fold.
"I think it's going to be a...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Russell Westbrook, Pistons, Jazz
Lakers
Russell Westbrook is approaching training camp with a positive mindset, he indicated to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
"I need to just do my job. Whether I'm...
Lakers Tip Off Pre-Camp Minicamp In San Diego
The Lakers began their LeBron James-organized players-only minicamp Friday in San Diego, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
The training session has been in the...
NBA Notes: Nets, Ben Simmons, Lakers, Kawhi Leonard
Nets
Ben Simmons is expected to debut for the Nets this season, and he may have extra motivation, given all the negative comments he sees...
