Lakers peddling Russell?The change in the roster report raised questions and four players became trade chips
On December 13, Beijing time, there was news that the Lakers were **Russell, which made many ** interested in him. Sam Ameco first announced the news and was subsequently reported by numerous newspapers, but interestingly, Amico then changed his story to say that the Lakers did not take the initiative to ** Russell. The move raised suspicions. However, in order to get a consistent No. 3 scorer, the Lakers still made Russell a first quid pro quo. In addition, Hoopsype's famous journalist Scottto also mentioned in his report that Russell, Hachimura, Vincent and Wood all have a chance in the transfer market**.
Russell has been doing well this season, averaging 166 points, 33 rebounds, 63 assists, and 483% shooting, 40 three-point shooting5% hit rate. In the preseason game against the Pacers, Russell scored 13 points on 6-of-15 shooting, 4 rebounds, 7 assists, 1 steal and 1 block. Russell, the top pick in the 2015 draft, spent two seasons with the Lakers before being traded to the Nets in 2017, then Golden State, Minnesota, and now back.
Russell has already caught a lot of attention amid transfer rumours, following rumours that they are looking to trade Russell for LaVine. Scottto pointed out in the report that in addition to Lavin, there are also Hachimura, Vincent and Wood are all at risk of being **. Hachimura has averaged 11 per game this season4 points 35 rebounds, 50% shooting, 40 three-pointers5% hit rate. Wood averages 69 points, 59 rebounds and 26 three-pointers4% chance of a shot. Vincent has only played in four games due to injuries, averaging six points and three rebounds per game while shooting 393%, and the three-point shooting percentage dropped to 71%。
In today's game, the Lakers will face 2 games against the Spurs. This team is expected to continue their current winning streak. Against this backdrop, there is disagreement over whether the Lakers need to sell Russell.