Russell Westbrook Named ‘Bigger Loser’ In Patrick Beverley Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers got Patrick Beverley when everyone thought they’d trade Russell Westbrook. It was an unexpected move for the purple and gold and Andy Bailey from Bleacher Report says Russ is the biggest loser in this trade.

REPORT: Patrick Beverley was “eager” to join the Lakers and is thrilled to learn of the impending deal.

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“This move does indeed forecast more potential trades. And the path it could put Westbrook on will only damage his legacy in the long run, even if it’s mostly set…” Bailey wrote. “Westbrook’s only way off one of the most storied franchises in sports could be alongside sweeteners for his new team, one which will immediately cut him. At that point, what contender will be in the market to add him?”

Patrick Beverley trade affects Russell Westbrook

Westbrook had a terrible season with the Lakers. Trading him was the only way to do things, but Rob Pelinka came up with another solution. His future may be hanging in the air. If he has another terrible season, his career may be over. Now he has to play with Beverley…

Zach Harper from The Athletic reminded the world of Westbrook’s relationship with Beverley.

“Pat Bev trick y’all man, like he play defense. He don’t guard nobody man. He just running around doing nothing. As you seen what happened. 47."

Russell Westbrook on @patbev21 after Harden scored 47 in a win vs the Clippers.

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“First and foremost, putting Beverley and Russell Westbrook on the same team is objectively hilarious. Westbrook and Beverley have a long history of hating each other. Do you know how much fire has to be behind that hatred for it to last years and years, no matter which team you’re on and which team the other guy is on, especially when you face each other only a handful of times each season? Assuming Westbrook is still with the team at the start of the season, we’re going to see some awkward interactions between these two on the court, and someone’s act isn’t going to vibe with the other.”

This hate may turn into something useful. What if it doesn’t work? Is Westbrook on his way out?

Beverley won’t be the best solution for the team, but he sure improves the Lakers defense. His personality may cause a mess in LA, but Pelinka will find the best formula for his team. Hopefully, it works for everyone.