Recently, American media Fadeaway World analyzed several potential next homes for Rockets player Russell Westbrook, among which the Lakers are the most powerful contender.
If the Rockets decide to take Westbrook, in addition to getting rid of Westbrook's large contract, the Rockets will also reap some substantial returns. At present, Westbrook's more likely potential next homes are the Lakers, 76ers, Heat, Suns and Hornets.
1. The Los Angeles Lakers
The Lakers need to pay Danny Green, Avery Bradley, Alex Caruso, Kyle Kuzma and a 28th overall pick to trade with the Rockets. Westbrook. The
deal is the most unlikely among these possibilities. First of all, we understand that Westbrook is not the type of player the Lakers need; second, Westbrook’s own state is too poor; third, the salary of the Lakers cannot accommodate Westbrook’s 40 million big contract. In addition, it was previously reported that the Lakers and Paul are interested in each other, but Paul's salary is a big issue, so if you want to choose between Paul and Westbrook, the Lakers should choose Paul.
2. Philadelphia 76ers
The 76ers need to pay Ben Simmons, Josh Richardson and a 21st overall pick to exchange Westbrook with the Rockets.
The 76ers had previously rumored that they wanted Harden instead of Westbrook. In addition, in the latest report, the 76ers defined Simmons as not for sale. In addition, the relationship between the Great Emperor and Westbrook does not look very good!
3. Miami Heat
The Heat need to pay Andre Iguodala, Taylor Hilo, Duncan Robinson, Kelly Olynik, and a 20th overall pick to exchange Westbrook with the Rockets.
When the Heat achieved such results this season, many media defined the Heat as the team that the superstar wants to go to. But the Heat will never trade Shiro, Robinson, these young talents who played out this year. Earlier, it was reported that the Heat will pursue Antetokounmpo in the offseason next season.
4. Phoenix Suns
The Suns need to pay Ricky Rubio, Kelly Oublay, Frank Kaminski and a 10th overall pick to exchange Westbrook with the Rockets. Compared with the previous three teams, the odds of the Suns may be higher. According to NBA reporter Michael Scotto, Suns player Kelly Oublay is a potential bargaining chip for the team.
The Suns listened to the offers of many teams, including the Magic, before the trade deadline last season. In the past week, Oublay’s name was also involved in the Warriors’ trade rumors.
In the 2019-20 regular season, Oublay averaged 34.5 minutes per game, 18.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 steals.
But if you get Westbrook, the Suns and Booker's possession is the biggest problem.
5. Charlotte Hornets
The Hornets need to pay Nicholas Batum, Devonte Graham and Cody Zeller to exchange Westbrook with the Rockets.
In my opinion, the Hornets should be the most probable team, but I don't know what the boss Joe thinks.
Generally speaking, due to Westbrook’s poor play in the playoffs this season and his super contract, his trading prospects are not good. If you want to be traded to a team with championship strength, it is estimated that many teams are willing to take the risk. Maybe it's possible to go to a team that strives to make the playoffs.
The Rockets look like Harden and Westbrook have a super maximum salary, but their team strength is still good, but they are not enough to compete for the championship.
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