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When the Lakers despatched Russell Westbrook to Utah earlier than the commerce deadline, it was by no means anticipated that he would keep there. He hasn’t formally been purchased out by the Jazz but, however the expectation is that he can be quickly, and when that occurs, the indication is that he’ll be part of the Chicago Bulls previous to the All-Star break, per Bulls reporter Sami Hassan.
Earlier this week, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the Chicago Bulls have been “a frontrunner” to signal Westbrook, whereas Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes reported that the Bulls and Heat can be Westbrook’s prime two selections.
Again, Westbrook hasn’t been purchased out by Utah but. He may nonetheless keep there. If he does, he would accumulate his full $47 million wage for this season. Taking a buyout would end in much less cash for Westbrook, however that is the price if he needs to hitch a playoff contender because it’s anticipated that Utah could possibly be on its option to the lottery.
Westbrook, in fact, performed for Bulls coach Billy Donovan in Oklahoma City, and Donovan appears like he’s excited concerning the prospect of reuniting along with his former level guard, whom he spoke extremely of not too long ago.
The All-Star break begins subsequent Thursday. Stay tuned.
