New teammates Russell Westbrook and LeBron James took to social media to talk about the recent NBA 2021 Draft trade between LA Lakers and Washington Wizards
While the Los Angeles Lakers and Washington Wizards can’t talk about their latest trade at the 2021 NBA Draft till its made official next week, the NBA players are free to do so. Lakers’ new trade player Russell Westbrook took to social media to react to the same, along with new teammate LeBron James. Read on to know more.
2021 NBA Draft Results: Russell Westbrook And LeBron James Excited After His Trade To The Lakers
Before reacting to joining the Lakers, Russell Westbrook posted a classy farewell message for the organization and the Wizards fans who supported him during his polarizing single season. He thanked his family, training staff, coaches, fans and everyone from the front office, grateful to have been part of the team.
I’m blessed to have been a part of such a stand up organization. It didn’t take long to make a home in DC, and I will forever be grateful and appreciative of my experience with the organization. Thank you! #thedistrict
— Russell Westbrook (@russwest44) July 30, 2021
However, despite not wanting to celebrate his exit too soon after essentially demanding a trade, Westbrook does seem excited to return home to LA after he commented purple and gold heart emojis under an Instagram post.
Russ is excited pic.twitter.com/aUltdI03ZI
— Harrison Faigen (@hmfaigen) July 30, 2021
LeBron James, on the other hand, quickly posted the jersey swap made to announce Westbrook’s addition to the Lakers’. Russell shared the post on his Instagram story, which Harrison Faigen immortalized with yet another tweet proving that Russell is excited to join the Lakers, after all and be a part of team LeBron James.
Per sources: Yeah, Russ is excited.
My source is his Instagram account. pic.twitter.com/y8vU9Mmn3I
— Harrison Faigen (@hmfaigen) July 30, 2021
LA Lakers Look Menacing With Russell Westbrook, Anthony Davis And LeBron James
It could be a good season for Russell Westbrook if he manages to form the expected excellent trio with LeBron James and Anthony Davis. He could just as much help the team return to Championship glory after last season’s first-round exit, or become combustible with the other star players. However, the Los Angeles Lakers are optimistic about James, Davis and Westbrook being able to determine the team’s pecking order without much fuss.
While we are yet to see who will join the three stars on the court over the weeks to come, but for now, it’s clear that James and Westbrook are excited and ready for the challenge.
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