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Golden State Warriors: 5 Stars most likely to be traded this season

By Tony Pesta

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 19: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half of a basketball game at Staples Center on October 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 19: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half of a basketball game at Staples Center on October 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) /
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Russell Westbrook

Verdict: Fairly likely 

The Los Angeles Lakers can rest assured that LeBron James will remain on the roster for at least a little longer now that he has signed an extension.

But that doesn’t mean they can avoid the sense of urgency that comes with having LBJ on your team.

Barring a resurgence in Russell Westbrook’s career, the nine-time All-Star is LA’s weakest link.

Russ hasn’t aged gracefully in the NBA. He’s still a well-above-average player but his game just isn’t translating to wins.

Westbrook averaged 18.5 points per game on 44.4% shooting last season. His massive contract makes him difficult to trade but the LA front office is facing enough pressure to get a deal done before the end of the season if it means raising their chances of competing.

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