With the NBA trade deadline less than a week away, the Los Angeles Lakers have emerged as a potential hotspot for blockbuster trades to take place. With the recent developments regarding Kyrie Irving, Rob Pelinka and co. have become the favorites for the 8x All-Star’s sweepstakes. Consequently, according to sources, the Lakers are looking to ship Russell Westbrook out of town to accommodate Irving. Most sources believe Westbrook could be involved in a package for the Brooklyn Nets, whereas some rumblings from Salt Lake City are also picking up steam.

However, all speculations and rumors witnessed a major upturn with the latest development for the Lakers’ upcoming game against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Russell Westbrook is questionable to play tonight as Kyrie Irving rumors intensify

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will face off against the New Orleans Pelicans tonight for the second time in the season. However, the Lakers, who are on a two-game winning streak, may miss the services of Russell Westbrook. As per Los Angeles Times journalist Brad Turner, Westbrook is questionable to play tonight due to a non-covid related illness.

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This abrupt development concerning Westbrook, who has played 50 of the last 53 games this season, has left fans in a major frenzy amid exciting trade rumors surrounding the Lakers. Incidentally, before the Irving news came to light, the Lakers were involved in conversations with the Utah Jazz for a potential trade for the 2017 MVP. According to sources, the Lakers were demanding a bunch of picks and role players from the Jazz in exchange for Westbrook along side some ancillary fillers. However, Rob Pelinka and co reportedly weren’t all in on the Jazz, as they kept their options open with all teams to find the best deal possible. There were rumors of the Hornets also coming in on the sweepstakes.

However, with the breaking news of Irving requesting a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, all these tremors with other teams have been blown out of the water. The Lakers have emerged as the favorites to trade for the Nets’ star point guard. Moreover, according to insiders, the trade framework with Brooklyn will involve Russell Westbrook heading east alongside L.A.’s 2027 and 2029 first-round picks.

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Needless to say, all speculations and rumors have gained immense momentum following Westbrook’s questionable absence from tonight’s game.

Fans rally for blockbuster trade involving Westbrook leaving LeBron James and co

The NBA world slipped into a major frenzy after Westbrook’s availability in tonight’s game broke the headlines. Fans eagerly waiting for Irving to come to the Lakers rallied after the news came to light.

Here are some fan reactions on Twitter:

Most Lakers fans are already jumping to conclusions that he is about to get traded, whereas some neutral fans are not yet convinced.

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