Phoenix Suns Receive: G Russell Westbrook, 2027 First-Round Pick (LAL), 2029 First-Round Pick (LAL)
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: G Chris Paul, F Jae Crowder
In some ways, it feels like LeBron James and Chris Paul were always destined to play together.
Some could argue that they’re the two best players of their generation. To be sure, each has a remarkable feel for the game of basketball. If you’re, say, 35 or younger, these are probably the two most intelligent basketball players you’ve ever seen.
Moreover, they’d make for a perfect fit. Paul is exactly the co-star James needs. He’s an elite floor-spacer, point-of-attack defender, and playmaker.
Realistically, that’s all you need to be in order to be the second-best player on a James-led team.
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Finally, they’re best friends. How they’ve failed to partner up at the NBA level is a mystery. Even in this age of player empowerment, they haven’t made it happen.
Could this season finally be the year that they do?