about 1 month ago

Jeanie Buss Grew Wary of LeBron James, Even Floated a Clippers Trade After Westbrook

ESPN reports team sources sensed Buss turning against James, citing ego concerns and Klutch influence. The rift widened after the 2021 Russell Westbrook trade, made to appease him, collapsed into a disastrous 33-49 season and no playoffs. Sources said she bristled at his shifting blame and, in 2022, considered withholding an extension or exploring a Clippers deal.