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The Latest Breaking News from Russell Westbrook

Starting Anthony Davis at the 5 is asking for trouble

It may be time for the Lakers to try a different starting lineup.

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Lakers squander late lead in loss to Trail Blazers

Los Angeles (AFP) - Damian Lillard scored 41 points and Jeremi Grant drove for a game-winning layup with three seconds left Sunday as the Portland Trail Blazers dealt the Los Angeles Lakers their third defeat to open the NBA season.

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Lakers player grades: L.A. falls apart against Trail Blazers

The Lakers blew a golden opportunity against the Trail Blazers by blowing what seemed like a safe lead in crunch time.

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Lakers blow late lead, stumble in final seconds vs. Portland to remain winless

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers blew an eight-point fourth quarter lead, as Damian Lillard and Jeremi Grant shot the Trail Blazers to a 106-104 win Sunday in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Times

Skip Bayless goes off on Darvin Ham for his handling of Westbrook

A prominent sportscaster thinks Darvin Ham doesn't have the chutzpah to bench Russell Westbrook if he's playing poorly.

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Darvin Ham praises Russell Westbrook’s effort vs. Clippers: ‘Defended his behind off’

LOS ANGELES — They spoke over the summer about Russell Westbrook “being above average defensively,” and after seeing the veteran guard compete on the defensive end Thursday night against the Clippers, Lakers coach Darvin Ham was assured that his message had gotten across.

Los Angeles Times

Stephen A. Smith criticizes LeBron James for Russell Westbrook trade

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith thinks LeBron James's influence on the Russell Westbrook trade is to blame for the Lakers' biggest problems.

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Bill Plaschke: Lakers need to trade Russell Westbrook now. Enough is enough

Enough bricks. Enough glares. Enough pouts. Enough is enough.

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Lakers coach Darvin Ham responds after LeBron James rips into team-mates

LeBron James took aim at his team-mates after another poor showing from the Los Angeles Lakers, but head coach Darvin Ham doesn't have a problem with what he said

Daily Mirror

Please stop using Russell Westbrook as a scapegoat for the Lakers’ ineptitude

There's far more blame to go around for the Lakers' struggles

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Russell Westbrook branded 'contagiously bad' after Lakers star hits embarrassing stat

Russell Westbrook, the 2017 NBA MVP, struggled badly as the Los Angeles Lakers lost their second successive game to open the 2022/23 season as their city rival Clippers won on Thursday

Daily Mirror

LeBron Shares Advice for Westbrook After Brutal Game

The Lakers guard shot 0-for-11 from the field vs. the Clippers.

Sports Illustrated

Why Are the Lakers Waiting to Trade Russell Westbrook?

Our writers break down the current state of Los Angeles's roster.

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Russell Westbrook's heated exchange with Lakers fan filmed as NBA star 'sworn at'

Russell Westbrook endured a horrific night shooting as the Los Angeles Lakers suffered their second straight defeat to open the season as they lost to the Clippers on Thursday night

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Lakers' long-range shooting woes sink them against Clippers

The early season can be a mirror, a chance for a new team to look at itself and see an honest reflection — strengths and weaknesses, what you are and what you aren't.

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Lakers player grades: LeBron James and crew lose to Clippers

The Lakers fought hard versus the Clippers on Thursday, but they had too many deficiencies and ended up falling short.

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Charles Barkley shows compassion for Russell Westbrook

Although TNT's Charles Barkley feels the Lakers must trade Russell Westbrook, he also seemed to show some sympathy for the embattled guard.

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Lakers vs. Clippers: Lineups, injuries and broadcast info for Thursday

Here's all you need to know ahead of Thursday's Lakers vs. Clippers game.

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Lakers will wait a few weeks before looking at trade market

The Lakers are reportedly going to hold onto Russell Westbrook for a little while.

Los Angeles Times

Lakers' Russell Westbrook says coming off the bench 'absolutely' led to groin injury

SAN FRANCISCO — Russell Westbrook said his hamstring injury Friday night was a result of Darvin Ham and the Lakers' bringing him off the bench during the team's preseason finale.

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Russell Westbrook blaming bench role for his injury is a bad sign for Lakers

Just the latest red flag in LA.

Daily Mirror

Los Angeles Lakers slammed for Russell Westbrook treatment and issued trade demand

NBA pundit Charles Barkley thinks that Russell Westbrook should secure a fresh start away from the Los Angeles Lakers, and backed the star through a difficult period

Daily Mirror

Los Angeles Lakers have 'worst roster in the league' as LeBron James in for tough season

The Lakers were easily defeated by the Golden State Warriors last night despite superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis performing strongly with little help from teammates

Daily Mirror

LeBron James voices his frustration with Los Angeles Lakers after opening night loss

It was a frustrating NBA opening night for the Los Angeles Lakers, as they were outclassed by the Golden State Warriors, and LeBron James is already issuing blame on those around him

Sports Illustrated

Westbrook Believes Move to Bench Led to Hamstring Injury

He was back in the starting lineup after a brief preseason experiment in which he came off the bench.

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