Devean George Says Lakers Should not Commerce Westbrook, ‘I Suppose It May Work’

Former Laker Devean George is not able to bail on the Russell Westbrook experiment in L.A. — telling TMZ Sports activities they need to follow the purpose guard amid rumors he might get shipped out of city.

We spoke with George — who gained three titles with Shaq and Kobe Bryant from 2000-02 — at LAX this week … and he mentioned the Lakers should not entertain the thought of buying and selling away Russ, whose identify has been on the coronary heart of commerce rumors all offseason.

“I believe it may work,” George mentioned. “I am a fan of Russell. Perhaps I am caught up in what he is performed up to now.”

George admitted that Westbrook does want to regulate his fashion of play … however in the end, he says the ex-MVP, alongside together with his teammates, must play their respective roles on the group.

“An excessive amount of expertise,” George mentioned. “I believe that is the principle factor. All people simply do their function and in the reduction of and never say what I used to do. I am only a fan of Russ, so I am a bit of biased.”

Westbrook’s identify was rumored to be on the transfer in the course of the Kyrie Irving sweepstakes, and most just lately, the triple-double king reportedly was the centerpiece of a deal involving Pacers stars Myles Turner and Buddy Hield.

The Lakers missed the playoffs final season — ending with a 33-49 file, eleventh worst within the Western Convention, however George is predicting a return to the playoffs with the trio of Russ, LeBron James, and (a wholesome) Anthony Davis main the best way.

“I believe they’ll get into being a harmful group come playoff time,” the three-time NBA champ mentioned. “As soon as playoff time comes, I believe they’re going to be capable of make some noise.”