The 2021-22 season was an absolute nightmare for the Los Angeles Lakers, who went 33-49 and finished 11th in the Western Conference. They had the NBA's 21st-ranked defense and 23rd-ranked offense.
Following those struggles, much of the blame has been placed on Russell Westbrook, who has a player option worth $47,063,478 for next season. It seems highly unlikely that he'll opt out, so the Lakers will undoubtedly explore all possible trade scenarios this offseason.
Which teams could make sense as a possible landing spot for Westbrook if he gets traded?
Oddsmakers from SportsBetting.ag have the Oklahoma City Thunder (+350), Indiana Pacers (+400) and New York Knicks (+450) as the teams to watch. Here are their complete odds for Westbrook's next team if he ends up leaving the Lakers:
| Oklahoma City Thunder | +350 |
| Indiana Pacers | +400 |
| New York Knicks | +450 |
| Charlotte Hornets | +500 |
| Detroit Pistons | +600 |
| Houston Rockets | +700 |
| Sacramento Kings | +750 |
| Los Angeles Clippers | +900 |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | +1600 |
| Boston Celtics | +2000 |
| Toronto Raptors | +2500 |
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