Shaquille O’Neal Explains How Patrick Beverley Will Make Russell Westbrook Better?

The defensive guru moved to Los Angeles in a significant way from Utah.

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Many have claimed that the news represents Russell Westbrook's departure from Los Angeles ever since it was first reported.

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The relationship between Beverly and Westbrook was a topic of much interest.

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After several years of conflict, the feud appears to have come to an end, and the hatchery was buried.

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Russ was revealed by Beverly to be her teammate's best friend.

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However, some, like Robert Horry, don't believe in this new friendship.

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Beverly, a forward for Westbrook, will assist him in regaining his finest form.

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Speaking about their conflict, Shaq claimed that because they now play for the same team, things have changed.

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Still present are their Big 3 as well as a new head coach.

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What is ahead for these two players and the rest of the team must be seen in the future.

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