The Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets need each other. LeBron was enough on Martin Luther King Day when he poured in 48 on the Rockets. The Spurs have been inserted into plenty of those rumors both because they have the cap space to absorb Westbrooks salary in an uneven trade (and then waive him), and the Lakers have reportedly discussed acquiring Josh Richardson from the Spurs. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Fischer estimates something in the Kyle Lowry extension range three years, $100 million although that may be a bit high after a down season (18.2 points per game, but more disturbingly on 37.6% shooting overall). But for the Lakers, getting Haywards shot creation, Oubres shooting, and Plumlees playmaking at the center position (a spot where they dont have many great options) would be very helpful. Westbrook also took a career-high 44 shots. "[198][199] The coach had kept him in the starting lineup all season despite pressure to bring him off the bench. [193] In January 19, he was benched by Lakers head coach Frank Vogel in the final four minutes of a home loss against the Indiana Pacers. [208], On January 15, 2023, Westbrook put up 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists off the bench in a 113112 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. [214], Standing at 6feet 3inches (1.91m) tall and weighing 200 pounds (91kg), Westbrook is a point guard who has established himself as one of the most athletic players in NBA history. [100] He was the first winner from a team with fewer than 50 wins since Moses Malone in 1982. The Celtics reportedly have shown interest in acquiring Spurs center Jakob The stat line marked the NBA's first triple-double with at least 25 points, 20 assists and 10 rebounds since Magic Johnson did it for the Los Angeles Lakers in 1988, and the first with at least 20 points and 20 assists since Rod Strickland did it for the Washington Wizards in 1998. [77] Two days later, he recorded 33 points, 12 rebounds and 16 assists in a 11396 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, joining Robertson, Magic Johnson, and Jerry Lucas as the only players in NBA history with two triple-doubles in the first three games of a season. DAngelo Russell could be coming up on his last days with the Minnesota Timberwolves. A Officially, coach Darvin Ham said there is no timeline, and when asked what he needs to see, Just ramp up the on court stuff, getting him running up and down. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. However, talks havent gained traction because the Lakers are only willing to relinquish a pair of second round picks in return for both players. 4 trades to finally end the Russell Westbrook era in Los Angeles, All 8 remaining NFL playoffs teams, ranked by likelihood of winning it all. [22] On March 2, 2009, Westbrook recorded his first career triple-double with 17 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. What about one of those first-round selections being a pick swap? [12][13] After Barrs' death, Westbrook seemed even more determined to excel in honor of his best friend's memory. Acquiring Jalen McDaniels is something that should not be overlooked from a Sixers perspective here. As badly as the Lakers want Irving, they likely want to move off of Russell Westbrook's contract just as much. Los Angeles Lakers star Russell Westbrook started to bleed from his forehead after taking an elbow to the head from San Antonio Spurs forward Zach Collins on Saturday. It was also the most points by any player with a triple-double since Larry Bird also scored 49 in 1992. Awards. In his eight playoff games, Westbrook averaged 17.9 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game, the worst of his postseason career. He recorded 31 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and five steals in 22 minutes, and became the first player in All-Star history to win consecutive MVPs outright. Finding teams that can take on his massive contract are not easy, but the Spurs have the pieces that can get a deal done. So I think for San Antonio, you saw him do it with Dejounte Murray They got an overwhelming offer from Atlanta, they moved him. Russell Westbrook III (born November 12, 1988) is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The two sides have since recommitted to one another, and more trade activity has sparked as a result. He has been brilliant, bringing it every night in the season he turned 38 hes a deserving All-Star starter who reached a historic scoring milestone on Sunday night. [143][144][145] The game also secured his position as league leader in assists per game for the third consecutive season, achieved only by six other players in NBA history. [ January 17, 2023 ] This Jazz-Nets Trade Features Jarred Vanderbilt Brooklyn Nets. [178] He also averaged 22.2 points on 43.9% shooting and a career-high 11.5 rebounds;[179] the Wizards finished with a 2315 record when Westbrook recorded a triple-double. When will this terrible experiment finally end? I thought Bron was phenomenal, you know, really playing downhill playing the right way, running off the ball, Ham said after the Mavericks game. Westbrook had 30 points, 13 assists and eight rebounds against the Raptors, as the Thunder won their sixth straight game. [112] On March 13, he recorded 32 points, 12 assists and 12 rebounds in a 119107 win over the Atlanta Hawks, becoming the fourth player in NBA history to record 100 triple-doubles, joining Oscar Robertson (181 triple-doubles), Magic Johnson (138) and Jason Kidd (107). in a collaboration with Jordan Brand. Whoops.). [186][76] On October 19, Westbrook made his Lakers debut, putting up eight points on 4-of-12 shooting from the field, five rebounds, and three assists in a 121114 loss to the Golden State Warriors. With the series tied at 11 after Game 2, the Thunder returned home and took a 31 advantage with two home wins. In 2019, he was traded to the Houston Rockets, playing one season for the organization before being traded again to the Washington Wizards in 2020. Theres been smoke, but no real fires yet on the trade market. [66] On March 22, he recorded his 15th triple-double of the season and 34th of his career with 21 points, 15 assists and 13 rebounds in a 111107 win over the Houston Rockets, setting the most triple-doubles by a player in a season since 198889, when Magic Johnson had 17 and Michael Jordan had 15. In the playoffs, he missed the first four games of the opening series against Oklahoma City, which was tied 22. "The trade that's closest to happening involves Kyrie Irving being sent to the Los Angeles Lakers and Russell Westbrook being routed to the Spurs," he says. On a lot of different levels. After an offseason full of rumors, trade proposals, and options, Westbrook is still a Laker, and nothing has changed. Dan Snyder has no interest selling Commanders to Jeff Bezos? He became only the second Laker with a triple-double off the bench after Magic Johnson. The Spurs have no shortage of players who could elevate the floor of a franchise, and they can take money back., Next. Jakob Poeltl and Josh Richardson are helpful veteran talents for a contender, but each is on expiring contracts. [236] In 2016, he launched the unisex streetwear brand Honor the Gift,[237][238] which pays tribute to his years growing up in Hawthorne and Los Angeles. Despite Westbrooks resurgence as a key player for LAs second unit, its still very much possible that the Lakers jump at the opportunity to trade him should it come along. If he is, this would require a near Harden-level haul to get a deal done (more of a summer move than a deadline one). In the Western Conference Finals, they faced the defending champion Golden State Warriors, and took home court advantage after stealing Game 1 of the series. Probably not, but nothing is off the table. But it will take more than that in Los Angeles, where the Clippers will head into the summer with some big questions to answer starting with what to do with Wall. (If so, thats a bad mark on his GM resume. He helped Houston advance to the semifinals, where they were eliminated 41 by the Lakers. That being said, the Lakers have a bloated salary, Russell Westbrook is by far the highest-paid possible trade Doug McDermott is signed through 2023-24 but isn't on the most value-friendly deal at $13.75 million per season. In 2018, when the Lakers were attempting to land Kawhi Leonard, Mark Heisler of The Orange County Register reported that "it's one of Popovich's cardinal rules not to help Western Conference rivals, much less one with the tradition and resources of the Lakers." He pulled down his 16th rebound with just over nine minutes left in the third quarter and received a standing ovation. In that stretch, the Rockets went 71. And if they decide that tanking is the right move, this deal should be toward the top of their list. Meanwhile, Raptors officials have left rival front offices with the impression, sources said, it would take a haul at least in the ballpark of Atlantas offseason price for Dejounte Murray multiple unprotected first round picks for Toronto to even consider parting with OG Anunoby, a known favorite of Ujiri. That, of course, has been well reported and remains a major factor in the utterly disappointing season for the Lakers. Westbrook averaged 26.7 points, 8.1 assists, and 7.3 rebounds in the postseason, and became the first player since Oscar Robertson in 1964 to average at least 26 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds in the playoffs. However, the Clippers need a spark and their two best players to be on the court consistently, but thats another issue entirely and Shams Charania of The Athletic reports they are willing to trade Wall to get it in the form of a backup big. [26] This was his first all-star appearance. The Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs come together on the second blockbuster trade involving Russell Westbrook in less than a year. In these cases, the average was taken. Despite his efforts, the Thunder lost 115111 to go down 20 in the series. In 2017, the year he won the league MVP award, Westbrook became one of two players in NBA history to average a triple-double for a season, along with Oscar Robertson in 1962. San Antonio could definitely use another point guard after they shipped Dejounte Murray off to the Atlanta Hawks and perhaps Russell Westbrook could be the answer. The move reunited Westbrook with former teammate James Harden; they both expressed mutual interest and enthusiasm in playing together at this stage in their careers. Enter: Russell Westbrook and his $47.1 million contract. [174] With his performances in March and April, Westbrook became the first player to record at least 300 points, 150 assists, and 150 rebounds in consecutive months since Chamberlain in 1968. [53][54][55] On April 12, he scored a career-high 54 points on 21-of-43 shooting in a losing effort to the Indiana Pacers. WebRussell (locomotive), a locomotive of the Welsh Highland Railway; Russell Group, a group of British universities; Russell Brands, an American sporting goods and clothing manufacturer; Russell Stover Candies, an American manufacturer of confectionery (chocolate and candy) Russell, a line of automobiles manufactured by the Russell Motor Car Company Click here. [224], Westbrook's three-point shooting and turnovers are often brought to attention when pundits criticize his game. [182] Despite averaging a triple-double with 19.0 points, 11.8 assists, and 10.5 rebounds per game, the Wizards lost to the top seeded 76ers in five games in the first round. *LAL and TOR would have to swap irrelevant picks/cash to make a deal work because each team must swap pieces with every team involved. pic.twitter.com/WTGBm9EfYP. The challenge they face is there probably isnt a scenario out there where a team could acquire Westbrook and be able to reroute his massive $47 million salary, and because hes on an expiring contract, there probably arent any teams who see the benefit of trading for him straight up, just to likely lose him in the offseason. [203][204] On October 28, Westbrook came off the bench for the first time since his rookie season and chipped in with 18 points and 8 rebounds in a 111102 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. [151] In Westbrook's second game as a Rocket on October 26, 2019, he became second all time in career triple-doubles, passing Magic Johnson with a 28-point, 13-assist, and 10-rebound performance in a 126123 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Any serious trade would almost certainly have to include Russell Westbrook and his $47 million expiring contract. [207] On December 28, Westbrook passed Charles Barkley for 28th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list. And their friendship, forged that day in 1974 when Westbrook first stepped into Morrisons Could the San Antonio Spurs get involved? pic.twitter.com/wH0fD7gKD2, Kurt Helin (@basketballtalk) January 16, 2023. reportedly discussed acquiring Josh Richardson, Open Thread: Happy birthday to Gorgui Dieng, Game Thread: San Antonio Spurs vs Brooklyn Nets, The Spurs should make room for Blake Wesley in their rotation. The reason behind Miamis involvement in this deal would be for the Lakers to take on Robinsons contract. Durant returned the following game to face the New Orleans Pelicans, as the pair helped the Thunder go on a seven-game winning streak to bring the Thunder back into playoff contention. For him to be at this point in his career and still be able to produce at the level at which hes producing, I think all of us just being able to witness it, be a part of it, it shows his competitive spirit. [105] On December 15, he recorded his 10th triple-double of the season with 27 points, 18 rebounds and 15 assists in a 119117 triple overtime win over the Philadelphia 76ers. [11] In May 2004, Barrs died from an enlarged heart during a pick-up game. Were just a little over a week into the 2022-23 NBA season, and while the Spurs have been one of the pleasant surprises so far with a 3-1 start, including this wild stat , The Spurs were 13.5 point underdogs and won. First look at Spurs free agency: Who could the team sign this summer?. [117] In Game 5 of the Thunder's first-round playoff series against the Utah Jazz, Westbrook scored 33 of his 45 points in the second half, as Oklahoma City rallied from 25 points down to fight off elimination and beat the Jazz 10799. Los Angeles isn't believed to be interested in moving Westbrook with draft compensation for players that don't move the needle toward a championship. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. WebRussell Westbrook III (born November 12, 1988) is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). This almost did not happen, however, because trade talks between Los Angeles and another team were close. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. [29] He had surgery on April 27, 2013, and was declared out for the rest of the playoffs. There hasnt been a lot of traction in trade talks involving Russell Westbrook and Kyrie Irving, with the Los Angeles Lakers failing to offer the Brooklyn Nets an enticing enough package. They will need to compensate teams for the talent they are sending them and surely for taking on Westbrook's salary, too. [169] His 16th triple double in his 38th game with the Wizards, Westbrook broke Darrell Walker's franchise record for career triple-doubles,[169] which had stood for 30 years. Pacers GM Chad Buchanan already has stated that Turner will be on the team to begin the season, too. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. WebRussell, also Rosel, Rousel, Russel or Rossell. [79] He extended that streak to seven straight on December 9 with 27 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in a 10299 loss to the Houston Rocketsthe longest triple-double streak since Michael Jordan had seven straight in 1989. The Spurs would want an unprotected first-rounder from the Lakers in order to pull this trade off. The Clippers also reportedly have interest in Jazz point guard Mike Conley, which would change the pecking order at the one in L.A. Wall is making $6.5 million on a two-year contract with the Clippers (his $6.8 million is a team option). Overall, the Nets don't appear to be in any sort of rush. Jazz get: Russell Westbrook, 2023 1st (via MIA), 2027 1st (via LAL); Lakers get: Jordan Clarkson, Duncan Robinson, Malik Beasley; Heat get: Kelly Olynyk. [110] On February 1, Westbrook had 21 assists, one shy of his career high, to go with 20 points and nine rebounds in a 127124 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Rockets Game Summary October 24, 2019 ESPN", "Russell Westbrook joins Hakeem Olajuwon (1993) as the only Rockets players with 20 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists in a season opener in team history. He became the sixth player in NBA history to record a triple-double in a team debut, joining Elfrid Payton, Lewis Lloyd, John Shumate, Nate Thurmond, and Oscar Robertson. [126] On December 31, he had 32 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for his 10th triple-double of the season in a 122102 win over the Dallas Mavericks. This was just the eighth triple-double on Christmas Day in NBA history. [42] After being injured the previous year, Westbrook returned to the All-Star game in 2015. It was the second night of a back-to-back and there had been speculation LeBron would get the night off (he was listed as questionable due to a sore ankle much of the day). Its no secret he needs a change of scenery after a tumultuous first season in LA and although the Spurs arent expected to be contending, hed be coached by Gregg Popovich. 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Now, there does appear to be some room for the actual execution of those draft assets in trade conversations. [106] After starting the season with an 812 record, the Thunder improved to 2015 with a 124107 win over the Toronto Raptors on December 27. San Antonio vs. Brooklyn, Final Score: Spurs outlast shorthanded Nets, 106-98. He finished fourth in the 200809 NBA Rookie of the Year voting behind Rookie of the Year winner Derrick Rose (Chicago Bulls), O. J. Mayo (Memphis Grizzlies) and Brook Lopez (New Jersey Nets). [46] Westbrook finished the month of February averaging 31.2 points, 9.1 rebounds and 10.3 assists per game,[47] and became just the second player in NBA history to average 30 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists per game for a calendar month with at least 10 games played, joining Robertson, who accomplished the feat multiple times. Utah wouldnt have to eat Robinsons long-term money, so the Lakers would only have to trade one of their future firsts. One guy who could be on the move: Spurs center Jakob Poeltl. Gambling problem? It is ideal for use in sterile storerooms, medical storerooms, dry stores, wet stores, commercial kitchens and warehouses, and is constructed to prevent the build-up of dust and enable light and air ventilation. Monday, LeBron was +19 again and scored a season-high 48 points in a game the Lakers won by eight (over the team on an 11-game losing streak). The problem lies in Brooklyn's similar disinterest in employing Westbrook at a $47 million salary. The Lakers sent the Wizards Kyle Kuzma, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Montrezl Harrell as part of the deal for Westbrook. [118] In Game 6, Westbrook scored 46 points in a 9691 loss, as the Thunder bowed out of the playoffs with a 42 defeat. And according to Brian Windhorst of ESPN, Pelinka has been pitching two, three and four-team trade packages throughout the summer and fall.. Westbrook later responded to critics, saying that they were only looking at the stat sheet and not his overall play on the court. Fields and Korver are working with principal owner Tony Resslers son, Nick Ressler, the director of basketball and business operations, in the new management team. Early genealogists traced the Russel/Russell family of Kingston Russel from Anglo-Norman landholders bearing the toponymic surname 'de Rosel' or 'du Rozel', deriving from Rosel, Calvados, Normandy (not, as has also been claimed, Le Rozel, Manche). I thought he was really, really good.. Of course, this would mean that the Lakers would actually need to make concessions and admit that their current model isnt working, and that might be asking for too much.. Need more information or a custom solution? Nothing came of it at the time, but with it becoming more and more clear that last season will repeat itself for the Lakers if they dont make a change quickly, the rumor mill is churning back up. 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[154] On January 3, 2020, Westbrook became the third player in NBA history with 19,000 points, 6,000 rebounds, and 7,000 assists after a 20-point, 7-rebound, and 4-assist performance. [197] Following Vogel's firing after the season, he said, "I'm not sure what his issue was with me. [233], In November 2013, Westbrook signed with Kings and Jaxs Boxer Briefs. Buccaneers wide receiver Russell Gage (17) is hit by Cowboys safety Donovan Wilson during the second half of their wild-card matchup on Jan. 16, 2023. This fact hasnt changed. However, the asking price seemingly would involve parting with a first-round pick in 2027 and 2029. 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Much of the trade market was on hold as the Brooklyn Nets attempted to canvass the NBA for Kevin Durant trade offers. The Pacers' ask may depend on the other two listed teams. Thats the show, the distraction to the fact the Lakers are four games below .500 and staring up in the standings at the play-in midseason. There are very few teams capable of absorbing such a contract. Get compelling NBA news, trade rumors, and viral buzz delivered right to your inbox with the Clutch newsletter. [27], Westbrook was once again selected for the NBA All-Star Game. Potential Russell Westbrook trade to the Spurs (via Fanspos NBA Trade Machine). This could encourage San Antonio to make a deal with the Lakers and take on the asinine and bloated Russell Westbrook or Kendrick Nunn contract., Just for taking Westbrook, the Spurs would expect a first-round pick, and if the Lakers wanted talent back as well, that would only increase the asking price. That is their largest upset win since March 8, 1997 against the Pacers (+14.5).That was Gregg Popovich's first season as head coach. [38] On January 16, 2015, Westbrook recorded his ninth career triple-double with 17 points, 15 rebounds, and a career-high 17 assists in a 127115 win over the Golden State Warriors,[39] becoming just the fifth player in NBA history to record a stat line of 151515 in a game. Irving and Westbrook are the principal figures in a possible deal, but the role players matter here as well. Would the Lakers themselves demand their choice of those players, or Joe Harris or Seth Curry from Brooklyn? The smart money is on the smaller, Trent move only, but teams are watching and will make calls. [5] On May 15, in a 120105 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in which Westbrook recorded another triple double with 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 17 assists, the Wizards completed their comeback from 1732 to 3338 and clinched a play-in spot. Now Schroder. [147] It was the third straight season they were eliminated in the first round. [240] He also produced his autobiographical documentary, Passion Play: Russell Westbrook, which debuted on Showtime in 2021. [87] Westbrook went on to record three straight triple-doubles coming out of the All-Star break, giving him 67 for his career and 30 on the season. [216] Though attacking the rim is his forte, he will frequently pull up for medium-range jump shots. The question is, should the Spurs be interested in helping their old rivals? It was also Westbrook's sixth triple-double in March, the most by a player in a calendar month since Jordan had seven in April 1989. The Lakers are reportedly still looking at potential Russell Westbrook trade scenarios. [59] On January 4, he was named Western Conference co-Player of the Month for December alongside Durant. Right now, they are still $15 million away from the $111.3 million minimum team salary line. 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