Just from a practical perspective alone - who do you think you're actually going to get in exchange for them? You'll never get their value in return - and why would you even want to explore that given that - when healthy - they have proven they can be the most dynamic duo in the game (as evidenced by the 2020 title).

Bron will retire a Laker - and given the fact that he's (once again) playing MVP-level basketball, Lakers are still getting top-tier LeBron James in year 19, which is insane. AD has been disappointing since the 'chip - mostly because of injury and unavailability - but when healthy, there's not a better duo in the game. And you're right: they are Laker legends and a part of the championship history in L.A. -- that alone should get the respect from fans. How quickly people forget the 5+ year playoff drought - and the worst drought (in terms of losing basketball) in franchise history prior to Bron's arrival.

I still think it's too early to cast judgment on Westbrook and this team as a whole. Need to see the core healthy and - ultimately - they'll be judged by the playoffs.




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