The Lakers and Nets have begun trade discussions surrounding star guards Russell Westbrook and Kyrie Irving, according to Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes.
Both Irving and Westbrook opted into their player options to opt into the final year of their respective deals for the 2022-23 season. Westbrook, who is coming off his lowest points per game total since 2010, will be owed $47 million, while Irving will earn $36.5 million.
As the discussions have heated up between the two teams, there is reportedly confidence that the deal can be done during this offseason. For it to happen, however, Brooklyn must take care of few barriers.