Zach Lowe Russell Westbrook had too many games this year where he was "actively" damaging the Lakers. You can't have that many TO and shot 40% without hurting your team, he is the most important player on that team.

When Russell Westbrook Told LeBron James and Lakers Team Just have fun Win lose draw just have fun

When Russell Westbrook Hit a 40 Foot Game Winner The Same Night He Broke The Triple Double Record - 50 Points 16 Rebounds 10 Assists

When Russell Westbrook Hit a 40 Foot Game Winner The Same Night He Broke The Triple Double Record - 50 Points 16 Rebounds 10 Assists

On the day LeBron James broke the all-time scoring record Russell Westbrook refused to sub out of the game for him

When Russell Westbrook Dropped a Record Breaking 57 Point Triple Double On The Road in Orlando With Game Tying 3

Russell Westbrook and one vs LeBron James in game 2 of the 2012 NBA finals