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Jan 17, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) was given a technical foul for his reaction after a dunk over Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) in the first half of the game at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
USA Today via Reuters
Jan 17, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) was given a technical foul for his reaction after a dunk over Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) in the first half of the game at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
It hasn’t been a good start to the season for Russell Westbrook and the Los Angeles Lakers. They had two losses in their first two games. The fans are enraged, and their nasty remarks can be noticed both on the internet and in the arena. Although no one can do much about the internet trolls, when Westbrook confronted a toxic fan in the stadium, NBA Twitter joined hands to show their support.
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Westbrook is one of the most frequently targeted NBA personalities on the internet. Even before the season started, there were numerous headlines about Westbrook. And now that the season has begun, Westbrook’s performance has been disappointing, with two defeats.
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The Los Angeles Lakers were beaten by the Los Angeles Clippers by six points. Although Lonnie Walker, Anthony Davis, and LeBron James all played exceptionally well, the Lakers were unable to secure the victory. Many fingers were pointed at Westbrook, who only had two points, three rebounds, and four assists in 27 minutes.
A toxic fan switched up his statement as Russell Westbrook confronted him
The Lakers players were returning to the dressing room after the game between the Lakers and the Clippers. As Russell Westbrook passed by, a fan from the stands said, “Westbrook you suck a*s.” In no time, Westbrook came out to confront the fan and said, “What’d you say?” The fan quickly switched up his statement after being confronted by the 6″2′ Lakers guard. Lastly, the fan said, “C’mon baby, we need you.”
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Apr 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrates after a 3-point-basket in the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
Subsequently, NBA fans showed their support for Westbrook on Twitter. One of the fans said, “Even if he is garbage at ball he still a built a*s 6’3” athlete and can probably whoop the living sh*t out of you so I understand. Not like he has anything left to lose he probably will fight you for that.”
Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:
I don’t know why fans disrespect basketball players or any sport for that matter. Come in enjoy the show, cheer your team and go back home with positive memories
— El3az (@El3ozm) October 23, 2022
Thats type of fans should be banned. Always.
— 🔩Swiss™🔩 (@MidwestManmyth) October 22, 2022
Why do people keep messing with Russ??? This…this is why. Just keep walking. These people aren’t saying anything
— Remy Zero (@S67970779S) October 22, 2022
That’s too much. Russ wasn’t great at offense during that game but defensively, he did well.
— Rei (@iamsuperrei) October 23, 2022
https://twitter.com/indianafantum/status/1583902387563270144?s=20&t=YGOLY_7fiVVI1gztO_i6QQ
The one disadvantage of being a celebrity is that you have to deal with a lot of toxic conditions, both on and off the internet. Nevertheless, Westbrook will be looking forward to shutting down his critics with his performances in the upcoming matches.
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