[Charania]: Wizards/Lakers: Westbrook and 2 2nds for Kuzma, Pope, Harrell and 22

Post #1 » by **bondom34** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:17 am

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LightTheBeam · Post #2 » by **LightTheBeam** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:18 am

I'm just here to say...

Lebron always needs a super team. lol

Seriously though. Fit may not be nice, but Westbrook is underrated around here. This team is matching Brooklyn for sure.

Post #3 » by **VCfor3** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:18 am

Cool cool. Fine with it for both teams though I don't know if Westbrook will provide much more production than KCP come playoffs since LBJ will have the ball in his hands.

HornetJail · Post #4 » by **HornetJail** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:19 am

yeah Beal is gone next summer

ejftw · Post #5 » by **ejftw** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:19 am

I hope Washington provided the KY

LightTheBeam · Post #6 » by **LightTheBeam** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:19 am

Beal should be traded to GS next. Washington is running in circles.

moss_is_1 · Post #7 » by **moss_is_1** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:19 am

They gave up nothing for him, his contract is terrible but no denying he's a talent upgrade.

Post #8 » by **loserX** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:22 am

Lakers will have some depth to replace, but even at his current age, Westbrook is a minutes-eater. Taking pressure off LeBron so he can "load manage" going forward is a smart move.

basketballwacko2 · Post #9 » by **basketballwacko2** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:23 am

RipPizzaGuy wrote:Beal should be traded to GS next. Washington is running in circles.

You see team do this where they have no direction, it started with the Wiz giving that huge contract to Wall, then he got hurt and it started circling the drain.

The Wiz should trade Beal or he's gone in FA.

Post #10 » by **HartfordWhalers** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:24 am

loserX wrote:Lakers will have some depth to replace, but even at his current age, Westbrook is a minutes-eater. Taking pressure off LeBron so he can "load manage" going forward is a smart move.

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Kupchak9 · Post #11 » by **Kupchak9** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:24 am

The Lakers as a collective organization are pretty **** stupid. They chose Westbrook over Hield + KCP? And they gave up a 1st? There's no doubt that Lebron and AD pushed for this. They're going to be complaining about the spacing all season while being painfully unaware of their own decisions. They deserve every bit of criticism and scrutiny coming to them this season.

Colbinii · Post #12 » by **Colbinii** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:25 am

RipPizzaGuy wrote:I'm just here to say...

Lebron always needs a super team. lol

Seriously though. Fit may not be nice, but Westbrook is underrated around here. This team is matching Brooklyn for sure.

How does this match Brooklyn? Kyrie is significantly better than Westbrook.

It's going to be remarkable when LeBron and Westbrook can co-exist even though on paper they are a terrible fit.

I look forward to LeBron maximizing Westbrook as he did Mo Williams, Kyrie, J.R. Smith and Hobbled Wade.

the_process · Post #13 » by **the_process** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:26 am

The Wiz win this going away. If they flip Kuz and Harrell for a S&T Dinwiddie that is a hell of a upgrade.

That being said, I still think Beal is out.

jayjaysee · Post #14 » by **jayjaysee** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:27 am

I don’t hate making sure Bron gets rest during regular season.

I don’t think it’s exciting, but think Washington could pretty easily flip Kuzma for Bledsoe and at least give Beal some kind of PG..

Really like getting value for Washington but hate leaving Beal with this roster.

giberish · Post #15 » by **giberish** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:28 am

People remember Westbrook's strong late-season play as Washington rallied for a playoff spot - but they were only so far out of the playoffs because the first half of the year they were a disaster with Westbrook on the court.

Given the depth they lose I don't even really see this helping LAL much (if at all) in the regular season or the playoffs.

For Washington it's a good trade because it doesn't really hurt in the short-run (as noted, Westbrooks net impact last year wasn't that big) gets them a late 1st and salary relief. I still don't see the route forward for Washington to become a good team (like 50+ wins) with Beal.

Kupchak9 · Post #16 » by **Kupchak9** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:28 am

Colbinii wrote:
RipPizzaGuy wrote:I'm just here to say...

Lebron always needs a super team. lol

Seriously though. Fit may not be nice, but Westbrook is underrated around here. This team is matching Brooklyn for sure.

How does this match Brooklyn? Kyrie is significantly better than Westbrook.

It's going to be remarkable when LeBron and Westbrook can co-exist even though on paper they are a terrible fit.

I look forward to LeBron maximizing Westbrook as he did Mo Williams, Kyrie, J.R. Smith and Hobbled Wade.

He didn't maximize Wade. The Heat were significantly better when they staggered their minutes with Lebron playing with the bench. The first 3 guards you mentioned can all shoot the lights out...

Yenrallik1111 · Post #17 » by **Yenrallik1111** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:43 am

I read in the other thread that was locked he has not shown championship level impact yet. not entirely sure Westbrook has to have that effect. he was still putting up a triple double from what I just googled this past season. 22/11/11?? I am seeing that right? his personality and money have been in question, gets a bunch of shade all the time. actually 12 rebounds and assists even if rounded up. don't think he will have that demand on his body, energy levels, production. but interesting he can turn that on when needed. very interesting move.

I and'1ed someone's post that mentioned Westbrook will have to concede he is most definitely not the alpha dog here. Lebron and even AD gotta be the guys to get that level of respect. really did not see this one coming. Russ put up those numbers and virtually no hype on these boards anymore for the guy. as long as the right respect levels and understanding of roles can go smoothly. ya pick up shooters and make it work.

Colbinii · Post #18 » by **Colbinii** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 12:45 am

Kupchak9 wrote:
Colbinii wrote:
RipPizzaGuy wrote:I'm just here to say...

Lebron always needs a super team. lol

Seriously though. Fit may not be nice, but Westbrook is underrated around here. This team is matching Brooklyn for sure.

How does this match Brooklyn? Kyrie is significantly better than Westbrook.

It's going to be remarkable when LeBron and Westbrook can co-exist even though on paper they are a terrible fit.

I look forward to LeBron maximizing Westbrook as he did Mo Williams, Kyrie, J.R. Smith and Hobbled Wade.

He didn't maximize Wade. The Heat were significantly better when they staggered their minutes with Lebron playing with the bench. The first 3 guards you mentioned can all shoot the lights out...

He maximized 2012 and 2013 Wade, especially after the injuries starting catching up.

Regardless, LeBron and Westbrook is going to be fun to watch. LeBron has never player with someone with Westbrooks motor (Nobody has).

gambitx777 · Post #19 » by **gambitx777** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 1:00 am

Just here to look for all the people who didn't think the wizards would get a first out of Westbrook lol.

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Bergmaniac · Post #20 » by **Bergmaniac** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 1:05 am

Daylight robbery by the Wizards.

Who won the trade?