In a home game against the Trail Blazers on Sunday night, the Lakers cruised to a 134-110 triumph.
The Lakers’ victory provided some much-needed relief, but the postgame scenes involving star D’Angelo Russell only served to heighten the already charged emotions of the crowd.
Was Russell emotional on Sunday?
A video of Russell looking distressed on the bench went viral on social media.
There have been ongoing trade rumors involving him, and his fans are wondering if this emotional show has anything to do with it.
Many speculated after seeing the video that Russell may have learned of an impending trade, which would meаn the end of his current contract with the Lakers.
The fact that Russell has been involved in trade talks as of late has only added fuel to the fire.
With Russell’s performance on the rise, the Lakers won their third game in a row against the Trail Blazers.
Russell has been a revelation since making his starting lineup return on January 13. He averages 27.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 6.4 assists, and 4.4 three-pointers per game after sitting out seven games in a row.
Do you know what’s in store for D’Angelo Russell and Rui Hachimura?
The fact that the Lakers’ 25-year-old forward, Rui Hachimura, appeared dejected to supporters just added to the mystеry.
The speculation that Russell and Hachimura would be traded intensified as a result of this.
D’Angelo Russell’s postgame interview only served to heighten the anxiety of the supporters.
An emotional Russell spoke about his devotion to the Lakers, expressing his love for the team through tears. The possibility of trades involving Russell and Hachimura reflected a general feeling of unease among Lakers fans, and fans voiced their disapproval.
Speculation has circulated that Zach LaVine and Dejounte Murray, among others, could be traded to the Lakers.
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There have been rumblings that the Chicago Bulls could be interested in trading for Rui Hachimura.
The trade rumors aside, D’Angelo Russell had a great night as a Bulls player, scoring 34 points and dishing out 8 assists in a rout of the Trail Blazers.
It remаins to be seen if this signifies the conclusion of Russell’s tenure with the Lakers or a turning point in the season.