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Los Angeles Lakers: Why they should not trade for Russell Westbrook

By Zamir Bueno

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 28: Russell Westbrook #4 of the Washington Wizards looks to pass in front of Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Capital One Arena on April 28, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 28: Russell Westbrook #4 of the Washington Wizards looks to pass in front of Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Capital One Arena on April 28, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /
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Lakers alternatives to a Russell Westbrook trade: 1. Kemba Walker

Walker has made 38.9 percent of his catch and shoot threes on 2.7 attempts. Catch and shoots were responsible for 39.1 percent of those attempts as he has shot 36.7 percent from behind the arc on 6.9 attempts.

‘More importantly, Walker is capable of allowing Davis and James to play in the frontcourt as he also excels with the ball in his hands. Walker has averaged 10.5 pick and rolls per game since 2015, shooting 43.2 percent from the field on 8.6 shots per game. The shooting percentage has allowed him to score 10.4 points per game: 46.8 percent of his scoring output.

Furthermore, it would be simple for the team to acquire him as the Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly trying to find another destination for Walker because he doesn’t fit their timeline. Oklahoma City Thunder is only aiming to get a 1st round pick in a trade for Walker, similar to what they have done with previous players they have acquired who have big contracts.

Consequently, the Lakers could offer Kyle Kuzma and Caldwell-Pope in the first-round pick for the services of Walker.

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