After weeks of anticipation, the Los Angeles Lakers officially announced their acquisition of Russell Westbrook from the Washington Wizards in exchange for Kyle Kuzma, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Montrezl Harrell.
Reports consistently mentioned the Lakers looking for a dynamic playmaker to add next to LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and Westbrook more than fits the bill with his ability to draw in defenses with his assaults to the rim and find teammates all over the floor. Westbrook should be able to alleviate the playmaking burden off James’ shoulders and allow the 36-year-old to play more off the ball.