Some say the early bird gets the worm. Others say that patience is a virtue. It’s one NBA teams have to make as well.

Which is it? Should you pounce on the first good opportunity, or hold out for a better one? At the end of the day, it’s a judgment call. 

Sometimes, they should take a good opportunity – after all, they may not get a better one. On the other hand, holding out for that better opportunity can be the right call, too. 

For example, the Los Angeles Lakers probably could have traded Russell Westbrook by now. People have been anticipating a move for a long time.

LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Bradley Beal, Washington Wizards & Los Angeles Lakers

Some would argue the best opportunities have passed the Lakers by. 

On the other hand, maybe they haven’t. For example, here’s a trade that sends Bradley Beal to the Los Angeles Lakers.