Some rivalries last a short time in sports, but there are some that run deeper than the competition. In the NBA, there are several players who don’t exactly get along. Lakers’ Russell Westbrook has his fair share of rivals. But arguably his most intense enemy has to be former Clippers guard, Patrick Beverley. Now, in an interesting turn of events, the Lakers may be looking to pursue Beverley in this off-season. Likewise, the fans had fun.
Patrick Beverley is a hard-nosed defender in the NBA. However, he is more popular for his antics on the court. Rather than guarding the best player, he takes the job of working them up. Constantly bugging the opposition and having scuffles is a nightly job for Patrick. But there have been times he has pushed it a little too far. And Russell Westbrook has been on that end several times.
They despise each other and have gone back and forth for the longest time. Surprisingly, looking to grow back into glory, the Lake Show is looking to sign Beverley.
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Russell Westbrook and Patrick Beverly together on the Lakers?
Beverley and Russ have never liked each other. A lot of drama has erupted between the two players. Recently, Patrick Beverley revealed the impact Russ’ criticism had on his career. On the other hand, he himself isn’t one to stay quiet. But when it comes to the organization, the Lakers are looking at what’s best for business. And they may be joining the Beverley bandwagon this off-season.
After a formidable stint with the Clippers, it looks like Beverley is back to shifting teams. However, it could be the ones he bad-mouthed for all these players. Moreover, he may have to share with Russell Westbrook. And NBA fans are hoping the purple and gold keep the former MVP just to see these two co-exist.
If they get him keep Russ just for the drama https://t.co/mp5M6wuIai
— Coachbag Cici (@canterbury_cici) July 13, 2022
Well on the bright side, if we land him at least Westbrooks Gone
https://t.co/iK28Xbw19R
— DTLF (@DantheLakersFAN) July 13, 2022
Lol put him on the lakers trying to see something . https://t.co/AgyvqJFNl9
— T
(@TinaLara29) July 13, 2022
Now I’m pushing for lakers to not get kyrie and get Pat Bev
https://t.co/I5XzvDIZT7
— Killa (@killa__4) July 13, 2022
Gotta sign him and keep Russ just because
https://t.co/VN7C1k87EF
— Jermaine (@mainetaine304) July 13, 2022
Yea the lakers really desperate
https://t.co/Da3Pjr65mK
—
(@CelTheDog) July 13, 2022
Bev and Russ have major history in front of them. Notably, Beverley had one of his dirtiest plays on Russell Westbrook in the 2013 playoffs injuring his knee. Ever since then there has been bad blood between the two. They have clashed against one another several times, but never has there been a moment of admiration. Their beef is real and the entire NBA knows it.
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Now, almost a decade later, they are still committed to the grudge. However, maybe a stint with the Lakers could cause a change of heart for the two.
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