Devean George Says Lakers Shouldn’t Trade Westbrook, ‘I Think It Could Work’

Former Laker Devean George isn’t all set to bail on the Russell Westbrook experiment in L.A. — informing TMZ Sports they ought to stick to the point player in the middle of reports he might get shipped of town.

We consulted with George — who won 3 titles with Shaq and Kobe Bryant from 2000-02 — at LAX today … and he stated the Lakers should not amuse the concept of trading away Russ, whose name has actually been at the heart of trade reports all offseason.

“I think it can work,” George stated. “I’m a fan of Russell. Maybe I’m caught up in what he’s done in the past.”

George confessed that Westbrook does require to change his design of play … however eventually, he states the ex-MVP, together with his colleagues, require to play their particular functions on the group.

“Too much talent,” George stated. “I think that’s the main thing. Everybody just do their role and cut back and not say what I used to do. I’m just a fan of Russ, so I’m a little biased.”

Westbrook’s name was reported to be on the relocation throughout the Kyrie Irving sweepstakes, and most just recently, the triple-double king supposedly was the focal point of an offer including Pacers stars Myles Turner and Buddy Hield.

The Lakers missed out on the playoffs last season — ending up with a 33-49 record, 11th worst in the Western Conference, however George is forecasting a go back to the playoffs with the trio of Russ, LeBron James, and (a healthy) Anthony Davis blazing a trail.

“I think they can get into being a dangerous team come playoff time,” the three-time NBA champ stated. “Once playoff time comes, I think they’ll be able to make some noise.”