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The Latest Breaking News from Russell Westbrook

Lakers report: Tension between Russell Westbrook and team is palpable

There are reportedly lots of bad vibes between Russell Westbrook and the Lakers, and it isn't just because of his inconsistent play.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 6, 2022

Report: Lakers Consider A Russell Westbrook Return in 2022 ‘Impossible’

Westbrook’s relationship with the organization has reportedly soured.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 6, 2022

Russell Westbrook says his current play ‘isn’t good enough’

Russell Westbrook has become every Lakers fan's scapegoat this season, but he has shown a willingness to hold himself accountable.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 4, 2022

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Lakers highlights: Russell Westbrook and Malik Monk throw it down

The Lakers fought back from a big first-half deficit against the Los Angeles Clippers with the help of two highlight-reel dunks.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 4, 2022

Lakers news: Russell Westbrook has LeBron James’ support

Although Russell Westbrook has become the whipping boy for all that has gone wrong with the Lakers, LeBron James still has his back.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 3, 2022

Report: Lakers and Russell Westbrook have ‘mutual interest’ in offseason trade

After the Lakers tried to trade Russell Westbrook prior to the trade deadline, the two parties are interested in finding a deal this summer.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 3, 2022

Even after another tough loss, LeBron James and Lakers aren't giving up on season

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers have lost three consecutive games coming out of the NBA All-Star break and 11 of their last 15 games. They are seven games below .500 (27-34) in the Western Conference.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 2, 2022

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There’s No Way Out for the Lakers

The clock is running out this season for LeBron James and Los Angeles, but what about next year? The future looks grim.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 2, 2022

Lakers signing DJ Augustin, waiving DeAndre Jordan

Shams Charania: The Los Angeles Lakers intend to waive DeAndre Jordan and sign free agent guard DJ Augustin, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Lakers are bringing in a veteran, accomplished shooting PG to back up Russell Westbrook. Source: Twitter ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 1, 2022

LeBron James to be involved in Las Vegas expansion team?

The Ringer founder was discussing the NBA on the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast when he dropped a bit of "intel" about league expansion and how LeBron James may play a role in it. "I have some intel," Bill Simmons said. "I think the ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 28, 2022

Russell Westbrook's X-rated rant at fans after LA Lakers booed as slump continues

The Lakers lost again and were booed as a result, with Russell Westbrook, who registered 16 points and six rebounds in the defeat by the New Orleans Pelicans, hitting back at those fans who turned on the team.

Daily Mirror · Feb 28, 2022

Brian Windhorst: ‘LeBron James wants the Lakers to have their foot on the gas’

Brian Windhorst: 'I don't think LeBron wants to leave the Lakers … If they don't do anything this summer, and he doesn't extend in August, now we may have a different discussion. But today, my feeling from the conversations I had, he doesn't want ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 28, 2022

LeBron James, Magic Johnson not on the greatest of terms?

Brian Windhorst on Lakers' future decisions: 'My guess my guess is that she is going to seek Magic's opinion when it comes to this and what Magic might offer will be interesting. I also think it's interesting to point out that I'm not so sure that ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 28, 2022

Russell Westbrook on Lakers fans: ‘If they boo, they can take their ass home’

Russell Westbrook, the L.A. native whom the franchise completely overhauled its roster to acquire in the offseason, was asked if that type of reception from Lakers fans would be something he takes home with him, after his team lost for the ninth ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 28, 2022

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 25, 2022

Ken Mauer says Russell Westbrook gets poorly officiated

NBA Central: Ken Mauer admits Russell Westbrook receives an unfair whistle "We miss on him and we miss on him because he was so strong, he'd finish. He'd get fouled, and we'd missed plays on him. And I'd go back and look at plays and I'd come to him ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 23, 2022

Report: In Wall-Westbrook trade talks, Rockets were willing to accept 2027 swap from Lakers

The Rockets were willing to trade John Wall for Russell Westbrook and a right to swap first-round draft picks in 2027, but the Lakers still weren’t interested, according to ESPN’s Zach Lowe.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 23, 2022

All Eyes on LeBron and the Lakers in NBA’s Second Half

Barring a miraculous playoff run, things could look very different in L.A. a few months from now.

Zenger · Feb 22, 2022

What Would A LeBron James Trade Look Like?

Nekias Duncan asks the question we all want to know: Could LeBron actually be traded, and where?

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 22, 2022

Rich Paul says Klutch wasn’t pushing for Russell Westbrook trade

By Monday morning, Paul had spoken to Stephen A. Smith of ESPN, with the latter of whom saying on "First Take" that the super agent wanted to deny one specific part of that report (emphasis mine): "Rich Paul called me yesterday and asked me to quote ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 21, 2022

Klutch Sports’ Rich Paul denies report of wanting Lakers to trade Russell Westbrook for John Wall

Rich Paul told Stephen A. Smith his side of the report about Klutch Sports wanting the Lakers to trade Russell Westbrook for John Wall.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 20, 2022

Report: Klutch Sports is not happy with Lakers’ Rob Pelinka

The relationship between Lakers VP of basketball operations Rob Pelinka and Klutch Sports reportedly is in a sour state.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 20, 2022

Report: Klutch Sports upset that Lakers didn’t trade for John Wall

Though this season’s trade deadline has now passed, the Russell Westbrook-John Wall talks could potentially be revisited over the offseason, since both players will still be under contract.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 20, 2022

Superstar Empowerment Is Wreaking Havoc on the NBA

Star players have earned their power and their autonomy. Still, their choices can have severe consequences for teams and fans.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 17, 2022

OKC Thunder news: Former NBA executive suggests a Russell Westbrook reunion for the Thunder

The Athletic's John Hollinger suggests that the Thunder and Lakers do a trade in the offseason that revolves around Russell Westbrook and a 2027 unprotected first heading to OKC.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 17, 2022

What We Did and Didn’t See Coming This NBA Season

With the All-Star break upon us, let’s dive into the players and teams that have stood out—in good and bad ways—in the first half.

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