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The Latest Breaking News from Russell Westbrook

Paul Sullivan: DeMar DeRozan carried the Bulls all season long. Can he do it again in the playoffs?

CHICAGO — Michael Jordan scored a playoff-record 63 points against the Celtics at Boston Garden in April 1986, a performance Larry Bird famously described as “God disguised as Michael Jordan.”

Chicago Tribune

Lakers player-by-player report cards for 2021-22 season

Los Angeles Times staff writers Dan Woike and Broderick Turner break down each Lakers player situation by key stats, contract status, preseason expectations, current reality and what the future holds.

Los Angeles Times

Does Russell Westbrook still have value around the NBA?

Do other NBA teams still see value in Lakers guard Russell Westbrook? It is an open question.

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Could Russell Westbrook be traded to Hornets?

There seems to be a belief that the Lakers could find a willing trade partner in the Charlotte Hornets to jettison Russell Westbrook.

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Lakers a potential destination for Gordon Hayward?

The idea of moving Hayward's $30 million salary and additional contracts-such as Kelly Oubre or Mason Plumlee and a third, smaller deal-to Los Angeles for Russell Westbrook's expiring contract has taken hold among league executives, as first ...

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OKC Thunder rumors: Bleacher Report proposes a Russell Westbrook to Thunder offseason trade

Are a couple of first-round picks worth possibly over $47 million?

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The Lakers and LeBron James Need to Stop Wasting Each Other’s Time

James and Los Angeles can't afford to mess up another summer as he approaches his 20th season.

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Debating the Most Disappointing Teams This Season

Lakers. Nets. Knicks. Blazers. Which teams didn't live up to expectations?

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Where should Russell Westbrook play next season?

Russell Westbrook has (probably) played his final game for the Los Angeles Lakers. Where should Russ play in 22-23?

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Bill Plaschke: Lakers' next move: Doc Rivers is right choice to replace Frank Vogel as coach

He covered up the Lakers banners. Get over it.

Los Angeles Times

Lakers’ Injuries Excuses Don’t Hold Up

Various Lakers have blamed a series of medical maladies for this season’s struggles. But the franchise has issues that run far deeper despite Frank Vogel’s firing.

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Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel: ‘Not sure what his issue was with me’

Former All-Star guard Russell Westbrook echoed a continuing theme Monday afternoon as the Lakers went through exit interviews, saying his play and that of the team was disappointing.

Los Angeles Times

Russell Westbrook Says He ‘Never Was Given A Fair Chance’ in First Season With Lakers

The former All-Star discussed his play and L.A.’s tumultuous season during his exit interview on Monday.

Sports Illustrated

Russell Westbrook went off on his Lakers experience in his season-ending press conference

This might make things pretty awkward if Westbrook somehow returns to the Lakers next season.

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Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel: I’m not sure what his issue was with me

Kyle Goon: Russell Westbrook on what it was like with Frank Vogel: "I've never had an issue with any of my coaches before." "I'm not sure what his issue was with me," he said about Vogel, and said he felt like he was trying to prove himself to Frank ...

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Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel. I’m not sure what his issue was with me

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Russell Westbrook: I was too relaxed at times playing back home

Jovan Buha: Russell Westbrook said he was "too relaxed at times, to be completely honest" playing back home in Los Angeles. Source: Twitter @jovanbuha What's the buzz on Twitter? Ryan Ward @ RyanWardLA Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel: "I'm not sure ...

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Rockets’ GM: There’s a market for John Wall

Kelly Iko: Stone says he believes there's a market for John Wall and a deal will materialize at some point. If not, he didn't rule out the possibility of a buyout but says they'll cross that bridge when they get to it. Source: Twitter @KellyIkoNBA ...

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LeBron James Blames Injuries for Disappointing Lakers Season

Westbrook was the only one of the three star players who didn’t miss significant time this past season.

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Would Russell Westbrook accept a buyout of his contract?

Among the ways for the Lakers to get rid of Russell Westbrook, the easiest would be for him to opt out of his contract. Would he do it?

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Joel Embiid the first center to win scoring title since Shaquille O’Neal

StatMuse: Joel Embiid is officially the scoring champ. - First center to do it since Shaq - First international player to do it - First center with 30 PPG under 40 MPG pic.twitter.com/s9dMymsrmt Source: Twitter @statmuse What's the buzz on Twitter? ...

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Most likely destinations for Russell Westbrook: Houston, New York or Charlotte?

I guess my top three will probably be again Houston, New York and Charlotte, based on what I've heard and what other people have reported. Source: Spotify What's the buzz on Twitter? StatMuse @ statmuse 40/10 games in a season since merger: 13 - ...

Los Angeles Times

The Big Fail: Inside the Lakers’ most disappointing season in franchise history

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers weren’t a sure thing; they were, though, the surest thing for bettors.

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Russell Westbrook wary of the stigma that comes with accepting a buyout

Westbrook is a prideful man. His swagger is both his sword and his shield, and he will not lay them down lightly. He is wary of the stigma that comes with accepting a buyout, one source close to him explained. But he also still believes he can ...

Los Angeles Times

LeBron James still had special season amid setbacks for Lakers, who win home finale

LOS ANGELES — The crowd got to cheer LeBron James one last time at home this season.

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