Blockbuster Trade: Lakers Acquire Russell Westbrook

Westbrook Joins LeBron and Davis in Los Angeles

In a blockbuster trade that shook the NBA, the Los Angeles Lakers have acquired All-Star point guard Russell Westbrook from the Washington Wizards. The Lakers sent Kyle Kuzma, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Montrezl Harrell to Washington in exchange for Westbrook.

Westbrook Adds Dynamic Playmaking to Lakers

Westbrook is a nine-time All-Star and the league's all-time leader in triple-doubles. He brings a dynamic playmaking ability to the Lakers, who have been lacking a true point guard since trading away Lonzo Ball in 2019. Westbrook's ability to create for himself and others will be a major asset to a team led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis.