On April 11, Beijing time, the Lakers' performance this season was incredible, and the teams of the Big Three could not even enter the playoffs, which was the opposite of the pre-season media predictions. From the moment Westbrook came to Los Angeles, the Lakers were subject to huge controversy, however, people believe that the stars are always stars, the big three have the ability to lead the team to the playoffs, and even win the championship, unfortunately, the Lakers not only did not enter the playoffs, Wei Shao also became the culprit of the loss.
There is no doubt that next season's Lakers will have a huge change in the lineup, starting with the change in coaching, and Vogel will leave the team. As for Wei Shao, since the Lakers were eliminated, speculation about where he will go next season is also mixed. Although it is not known which team the major will wear in the jersey of the new season, it is certain that he will leave the Lakers next season. According to Lakers reporter Jovan Buha, Pelinka has completely despaired of Westbrook and will definitely try his best to trade him in the offseason.
Pelinka blamed the team's defeat mainly on Westbrook, followed by other factors such as injuries. Pelinka is unhappy with Westbrook's performance this season, believing that the latter's annual salary of 40 million yuan has only played 20 million, far from the team's expectations. At the moment, Pelinka is actively communicating with other teams to send Westbrook away as much as possible. Jovan Buha said Westbrook's most likely landing sites are Houston, New York and Charlotte. Long before that, the New York Knicks showed a strong interest in Westbrook.
Jordan also appreciates Westbrook's style of play, and as for the Rockets, Houston's management may think he can help the team return to the playoffs. In fact, Wei Shao has done his best this season, this season his total score ranked no. 2 in the team, total assists & rebounds & steals are the first in the team, the reason for the Lakers' loss Wei Shao is indeed responsible, but it seems too far-fetched to push all the responsibility to him. The Lakers' problems are all-round, multi-dimensional, shooting on the outside, and the performance on defense is particularly obvious.
If the offseason still can't solve these two major problems, I believe that even if they make a comeback to the playoffs, the Purple and Gold Legion will not go too far. The decision to separate Wei Shao and the Lakers is correct, this cooperation can be said to be a lose-lose, Wei Shao is not suitable for a team like the Lakers, and the Lakers are not suitable for players like Wei Shao. I believe that after Wei Shao goes to the new team, he can still play explosive data and lead the team into the playoffs.