Their rivalry started years ago when Beverley committed a hard foul on Westbrook during a game. The foul led to a serious injury for Westbrook, with the former MVP forced to sit out for an extended period of time.
Both players are known for their aggression and intensity on the floor. At the Lakers’ training camp, Westbrook explained his relationship with Beverley:
Beverley has been equally vocal about the respect he has for Westbrook. He recently mentioned that if had to chose a “best friend” on the team, it would be Russ.
With positive vibes in the locker room, having Beverley and Westbrook on good terms will be a big boost for the Lakers.
Russell Westbrook will have a point to prove to the LA Lakers
After a miserable outing with the LA Lakers last season, Russell Westbrook has a point to prove this year.
New head coach Darvin Ham is willing to trust Russ and believes both him and Beverley are going to be nightmares for opposing teams.
Westbrook has always been known for his “team-first” approach to the game. Considering his new role under Darvin Ham, the 9x All-Star will have to make significant changes to his game.
Westbrook appears to be working out on his game this offseason. A few videos of the guard working on his 3-point shooting went viral recently. It will be interesting to see if his new shooting form translates into success on the court.
The Lakers play their first preseason game against the Sacramento Kings on Oct. 4.
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