Russell Westbrook is a name that comes up practically every time we talk about the league’s star point guards. He is regarded as one of the most dominant point guards of all time. His accomplishments in stacking up triple-doubles, racking up incredible numbers on the rebounding and assisting charts, and helping his team in dire situations are significant. The 2017 MVP is currently under contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2023 season.
The guard’s previous two seasons have been difficult, with him lacking consistency and struggling to fit in with the new Lakers group. With everyone thinking that this season would be his comeback season, his troubles for the season appeared to be exacerbated by the addition of former Clippers guard Patrick Beverley. With their previous squabbles, everyone expected them to have a difficult time getting along with each other. However, this does not appear to be the case in this recent viral video. What is their relationship like?
Russell Westbrook and Patrick Beverley beef over?
Everything seems to be fine in a recent viral video between the two Lakers guards. Beverley was heading to answer some media questions as Westbrook was standing near the riser. They greeted each other before the went ahead to answer the questions. The greeting was not just a formal handshake, but a passionate one. And followed by a brotherly half-hug.
This was pretty unbelievable for the fans. The video broke Twitter with fans commenting their views. One fan even thought that it was edited because it was just so unbelievable. Here are some of the best reactions.
This has to be edited
— Holden balls (@HoldenWalls) September 6, 2022
That looked like an ex husband and wife trying to be coridigal in front of friends and family right after they announced break up saying we are still friends and love each other. Hahahaha
— James M (@JamesM17657957) September 6, 2022
Some fans were even hopeful with both of them coming together.
It’s a start
— MAC (@Teddie_Mac) September 6, 2022
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I am K1ng
(@K1ngCo) September 6, 2022
Simulation fr
— Az (@Abz_Bl) September 6, 2022
TOP 5 BACKCOURT
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(russ supporter until further notice) (@GoatAKALeBron) September 6, 2022
the dap up heard around the world
— Derek Perone (@derek_perone) September 7, 2022
This might actually be good news for the Laker nation as the duo could be lethal on the court. Patrick Beverley’s defence and Westbrook’s scoring could be the key that the Lakers missed last year.
Russ and Bev. What had actually happened?
The feud between Pat Bev and Russell Westbrook dates back to 2013 when Russ had suffered a season-ending injury. As it turns out, Beverley was defending him at that moment. Therefore, Westbrook got mad at him for the injury.
"Thank you. Love that brotha. First dime of the year."
Patrick Beverley was sweating during his press conference, so Lakers teammate Russell Westbrook tossed him a towel
(via @NotoriousOHM)pic.twitter.com/3LKGpGwfAQ
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) September 6, 2022
This was the birth of beef which seemed that it wouldn’t end. Earlier this year, Beverley was seen trolling Russ in a Tweet. Calling out his underwhelming performance, the 6’1″ guard wrote, “I remember when somebody said all I do is run around and I trick y’all. Well, my boy is The Real Magician this year.”
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Where do you see the Lakers with these two guys on the roster? Let us know in the comments.
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