1 Bold Trade To Send Lakers’ Russell Westbrook To Clippers

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Why The LA Clippers Do The Deal

This trade is certainly an upside swing for the LA Clippers. Russell Westbrook is likely to either make them a lot better or a lot worse.

It feels fair to say that this Clippers team is better equipped to incorporate his play. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George are both more effective off-ball threats than LeBron James, if less masterful with the rock in their hands. They’ll space the floor for Westbrook’s relentless drives to the basket.

That’s not to say that this team is perfectly built for Westbrook. Ivica Zubac could be an issue. We know Westbrook operates best with four-out spacing.

Sharing the dunker spot with a traditional big like Zubac in halfcourt sets may not be ideal.

On the other hand, the LA Clippers’ small-ball lineups featuring Nic Batum at the 5 could be lethal with Westbrook running point. If this team could acquire a stretch big man following a Westbrook acquisition, they could be a better team in 2022-23.

Can the same be said of the Los Angeles Lakers following this deal?

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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