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The Latest Breaking News from Russell Westbrook

LeBron James Praises Russell Westbrook for Play Off Bench

The veteran point guard came off the bench for the first time in 14 years on Friday night.

Sports Illustrated

LeBron James makes feelings clear on Russell Westbrook after latest LA Lakers loss

LeBron James scored 28 points as the Los Angeles Lakers lost their fifth successive game to open the new season - and afterwards he spoke out on the performance of teammate Russell Westbrook

Daily Mirror

NBA executive says no one would fear Lakers if they got Kyrie Irving

Even if the Lakers were to nab Kyrie Irving next summer, the rest of the NBA may not be impressed.

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Lakers lose to Timberwolves, tie team mark for worst start since moving to L.A.

MINNEAPOLIS — Russell Westbrook pretended to rock a baby to sleep after bullying his way to the rim for a basket. He howled after hitting LeBron James on a backdoor cut.

Los Angeles Times

Lakers player grades: L.A. is still winless with loss to Timberwolves

The Lakers' offense continues to sputter, as they couldn't score enough points to get their first win of the season.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Lakers planning to play Russell Westbrook off the bench

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers plan to bring Russell Westbrook off the bench, people with knowledge of the situation told The Times, though Anthony Davis' injured back could change the plans.

Los Angeles Times

Jay White Ready for ‘Explosive Night’ in New York City

The leader of Bullet Club will meet longtime rival Kazuchika Okada in a tag team match.

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Report: Westbrook Could Come Off Bench for Lakers Friday

L.A. is reportedly expected to make a decision on the former MVP’s role close to game-time.

Sports Illustrated

Darvin Ham: Lakers sat Russell Westbrook vs. Nuggets as a precaution

According to Lakers head coach Darvin Ham, there was no ulterior motive behind sitting Russell Westbrook on Wednesday.

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LeBron James sends thin-veiled jab at Lakers front office after calling out teammates

The Los Angeles Lakers remain winless to start the season with an 0-4 record as troubles are already starting to show within the team ahead of a potential trade

Daily Mirror

Latest loss shows Lakers' issues extend beyond Russell Westbrook

DENVER — The Lakers season ended last spring inside Denver's arena, the Lakers leaving the building and heading into an offseason of certain change.

Los Angeles Times

Inside farcical LA Lakers start from Westbrook woes to LeBron James slamming teammates

The Los Angeles Lakers have started the new NBA season horrifically, losing each of their first four matches amid a woeful shooting slump - but how has it gone so wrong?

Daily Mirror

Jay Williams says Lakers should consider trading LeBron, Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook

ESPN's Jay Williams says the Lakers should be considering a full rebuild after a shocking start to the season.

USA Today Sports Media Group

SI:AM | It Just Keeps Getting Worse for the Lakers

They can’t blame Russell Westbrook for this latest loss.

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Lakers player grades: L.A. gets suffocated by Nuggets

With or without Russell Westbrook, the Lakers just can't seem to score enough points to get into the victory column yet.

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Austin Reaves to replace Russell Westbrook in starting lineup

The Lakers will be making a big change to their starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets.

Sports Illustrated

The Lakers Are In Danger of Unraveling

Only three games in, Los Angeles needs to make a trade now to give LeBron & Co. a chance at contending this season.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Russell Westbrook doubtful for Wednesday’s Lakers vs. Nuggets game

The Lakers may be without Russell Westbrook when they face the Nuggets on Wednesday.

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Jazz were willing to do favorable Russell Westbrook trade with Lakers

The Utah Jazz made a very solid trade offer to the Lakers that would've taken Russell Westbrook off their hands, but they turned it down.

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Lakers have talked to Spurs about Josh Richardson

The Lakers are apparently doing their due diligence regarding a possible Russell Westbrook trade.

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Kendrick Perkins unloads on Russell Westbrook

Former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins had some harsh things to say about Russell Westbrook.

Daily Mirror

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James could be forced to make Kyrie Irving trade demand

LeBron James has refused to pile the blame on Russell Westbrook amid the LA Lakers' woeful start to the season, but the franchise is in dire need of shooters - could the King call Kyrie Irving?

Irish Mirror

Los Angeles Lakers prepare for major roster changes after woeful start to NBA season

The Los Angeles Lakers could already be looking to move on a few of their players in order to add complementary pieces alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis after an 0-3 start to the season

USA Today Sports Media Group

LeBron James was caught having an exasperated reaction to Russell Westbrook taking bad shot in final minute of loss

Things aren't good with the Lakers right now.

Sports Illustrated

LeBron Accuses Reporters of ‘Trying to Set Me Up’ With Question

The Lakers star was asked about Russell Westbrook’s late-game shot selection, but James felt like he was being asked to criticize his teammate.

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