Russell Westbrook's overall performance since playing for the Lakers has caused a lot of controversy, because Wei Shao has not been able to play a good enough overall performance so far for the Lakers, which is why many rumors about Westbrook's trade have been mentioned in recent times.
According to the US media Sam Amik, in fact, the Lakers studied the possibility of trading Westbrook early this season:
All of this explains why sources say the Lakers discussed the possibility of trading Westbrook with rival executives earlier this season, and that reaching a deal before the Feb. 15 trade deadline seems extremely unlikely because he is seen as an asset to be traded by Booker, which is a huge trade hurdle. But inside the Lakers, someone seems to have recognized that the team's plan (with partners James and Davis) isn't going well. ”
Although the Lakers have been able to play a good record in recent times, Westbrook is still not the key to the team's victory.
On the other hand, rumors about the Lakers' possible trade with Hield have once again aroused heated discussion, and Hield also responded to the possibility of joining the Lakers in an interview:
"It's true," Hilde said, "of course, my agent talks to the media, but that's not happening, so I'm still here, and as long as I need to stay in the league and have a chance to play, that's the fun." ”
Hield is still a good fit for the player who paired up with James and Davis, and in fact there is news that the Lakers came close to getting Hield last offseason.
Finally, according to ESPN reporter Brian Windhorst, the Lakers are still seeking to create a roster spot, and Jordan Jr. or Bazemore may be players who are about to be abandoned:
Jordan Jr. and Bazemore are both considered to be important parts of the Lakers' squad, but the overall performance of the two so far this season has not been ideal.