Reaves is a fan favorite, had a breakout season last year, and has a huge role for the Lakers right now.
But, honestly, trading an-- albeit productive-- role player (and current 6th man) for a 28-year-old prime star is a no-brainer.
This is a clear upgrade, and a massive one at that. Gives the Lakers a Big 3 and instantly elevates them as a contender (if it works).
Not a Westbrook situation.
Westbrook was at the nadir of his career, had completely lost any shootong touch he might have had, and was just a blooper reel every night. Now, he was still good at certain things he’s always been great at, but he his weaknesses were even more pronounced. And, worst of all, no chemistry.
Reaves is a fan favorite, had a breakout season last year, and has a huge role for the Lakers right now.
But, honestly, trading an-- albeit productive-- role player (and current 6th man) for a 28-year-old prime star is a no-brainer.
This is a clear upgrade, and a massive one at that. Gives the Lakers a Big 3 and instantly elevates them as a contender (if it works).
Not a Westbrook situation.
Westbrook was at the nadir of his career, had completely lost any shootong touch he might have had, and was just a blooper reel every night. Now, he was still good at certain things he’s always been great at, but he his weaknesses were even more pronounced. And, worst of all, no chemistry.