D'Angelo Russell, Brooklyn Nets and Lakers

D’Angelo Russell Seemingly Throws Shade at Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have only made one trade this year so far. They decided to ship out D'Angelo Russell in return for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Milton has already fallen out of the rotation in Los Angeles.
How long will D’Angelo Russell’s latest stint with the Nets last?
After the Los Angeles Lakers traded Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round picks to the Nets last month in exchange for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton, he dropped 22 points off the bench in his season debut with Brooklyn in a 130-113 loss to the Toronto Raptors on Jan. 1.
D'Angelo Russell reflects on his Lakers departure and life with the Nets
As the calendar turned toward 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers made a bold roster move, trading D'Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for versatile forward Dorian Finney-Smith and sharpshooter Gabe Vincent.
D'Angelo Russell's recent comments prove why he wasn't cut out for the Lakers
There is no need to go into the full story here as anyone who has kept up with the team knows the initial optimism around Russell's return proved to be fool's gold. The veteran guard found himself shipped away during the 2024-25 season in the trade that brought Dorian Finney-Smith to the Lakers.
D'Angelo Russell looking forward to 'moving on' from Lakers
D'Angelo Russell is looking forward to "moving on" as he faces the Los Angeles Lakers with the Brooklyn Nets on Friday.
Lakers trade D'Angelo Russell to Nets in exchange for Dorian Finney-Smith
L.A. sends Maxwell Lewis and 3 future second-round picks to Brooklyn as part of the deal for Finney-Smith and Shake Milton.
D’Angelo Russell Seemingly Takes Shot At Lakers Saying He Plays ‘Free Basketball’ With Nets
The Los Angeles Lakers made a big move in December, dealing away point guard D’Angelo Russell and Maxwell Lewis along with three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton.
"I'll never take being able to play free basketball like this for granted again” - D’Angelo Russell takes a shot at the Lakers when describing his new role with the Nets
Brooklyn Nets guard D’Angelo Russell makes a controversial statement when asked to describe his new role following a trade from the Los Angeles Lakers.
Nets’ D’Angelo Russell feels ‘free’ after Lakers trade
D’Angelo Russell is adjusting to a featured role with the Brooklyn Nets following a trade from the Los Angeles Lakers. After a tumultuous start to the season in Los Angeles under head coach JJ Redick,
D'Angelo Russell takes a veiled shot at Lakers
Nets guard D'Angelo Russell seemingly holds a grudge against the Lakers for trading him twice within the span of a few years. After dropping 23 points and 10 assists in the Nets' 99-95 loss to the Knicks on Tuesday,
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D'Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney-Smith trade grades: Who won the Lakers-Nets deal?
After years of D’Angelo Russell trade speculation, the Lakers are finally moving the point guard, agreeing to send him to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith, ESPN’s Shams Charania ...
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D'Angelo Russell is his own worst enemy
Otherwise, Russell's comments could quickly come back to haunt him. For whatever reason, at 28 years old, Russell continues to be his own worst enemy.
Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith doubtful for first meeting with Nets since trade
Smith's status is in doubt for the Lakers' first meeting with the Nets since acquiring him in a Dec. 29 trade.
D'Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves Share a Special Bond
D’Angelo Russell returned to Los Angeles for the first time since his trade to the Brooklyn Nets, facing off against his ...
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Dorian Finney-Smith Takes A Subtle Jab At Brooklyn Nets While Praising Los Angeles Lakers’ Medical Staff
Dorian Finney-Smith recently made a subtle jab at the Brooklyn Nets while complimenting the Los Angeles Lakers' medical staff.
Lakers loosen minutes restriction for Dorian Finney-Smith
The veteran forward has been limited – and away from the team briefly – since he was acquired in a late-December trade, but ...
Cam Johnson, Nets blocking out trade rumors as deadline approaches
Cam Johnson and the Nets are doing their best to block out trade speculation with the Feb. 6 deadline approaching.
Anthony Davis Injury Status For Lakers vs Celtics
Davis has a long injury history and has been able to buck that issue in the last couple of years. That doesn't mean he hasn't gotten hurt a couple of times. The Lakers are taking on the Boston Celtics ...