"You just traded your future for a point guard that averages 5 table jumps, 2 ejections a week", "Yeah I think they found a deal for Russ" - Fans' comical reactions to Lakers trading for Patrick Beverley

According to reports, the LA Lakers have acquired Patrick Beverley from the Utah Jazz in exchange for Talen Horton-Tucker. The three-time All-Defensive team selection has been on the Purple and Gold's radar for a while now. His toughness and ability to defend could prove to be a great boost for the Lakers this coming season.

Beverley could line up alongside Russell Westbrook, his long-time arch-rival, for the Lakers. The two have gone at it several times in their careers and it remains to be seen if that will have an effect on their performances.

Patrick Beverley is returning to LA — this time, with LeBron James and the Lakers https://t.co/SHY6XGLIAa

Fans weren't too happy with the trade and took to social media to express their opinions.

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium It’s going to be a very crazy day when Russell Westbrook comes off the bench for Patrick Beverly.

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium I thought THT was getting them Kyrie

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium lakers in shambles 😂🤣 you just traded your future for a point guard that averages 5 table jumps 2 ejections and 6 points a week

@kingyoshi_13 @ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Patrick Beverley is now the 3rd best player on the Lakers and it’s not remotely close.

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium WENT FROM KYRIE TO BEVERLY LMAOOOO

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Pat Bev about to save the Lakers season.

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Lebron to Beverley as soon as he steps into the Lakers facility https://t.co/0vqF44C9sZ

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Coming soon to a Lakers practice twitter.com/shamscharania/… https://t.co/4pfijANlaJ

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Lakers-Clippers gonna be 🔥🔥🔥 this year
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@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Lakers fans thought THT was gonna be in a star studded deal but in reality he got traded for Patrick Beverly https://t.co/pstAk7ykoR

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Umm, Pat Bev and Russell. This is going to be a long season. Stanley was and is the only good wing defender too. I wouldn't say I like what going on

@ShamsCharania @TheAthletic @Stadium Yeah I think the found a deal for Russ 😞 ain’t no way they gonna be on the same team

@wojespn This is strong indication Lakers are going to trade for Turner and Hield. This was straight trade with no picks. THT and Johnson for Beverley. Sets up Russ and 1 pick and 1 swap for Turner, Hield, and McConnell with Lakers saving 1 pick for trade deadline. Now finish it, Rob!

@wojespn When you leave Utah for LA https://t.co/I4TjDvKT0d

@wojespn Embarrassing. Lakers were pushing THT as a true young asset and he's traded as a negative salary lol

@ChubbXHunt @wojespn I think the next move will be Russ to Pacers. With Kyrie out of the picture, it was between Jazz and Pacers to trade Russ.

Now that Lakers got a PG, they can trade Russ for Buddy and Turner

@wojespn THEY SAID THT WAS BETTER THAN JORDAN POOLE 😭😭😭😭😭

@wojespn Lakers fan gonna act like they like bev gonna be funniest shit ever 😂😂 https://t.co/kcajOs6jhQ

@wojespn Westbrook walking into training camp and seeing Pat Bev https://t.co/Swoxr4a6tA

@wojespn Lebron subbing out the brick brothers https://t.co/N0YYs1z5GX

Is Patrick Beverley the right man for the LA Lakers?

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The LA Lakers have been busy in the offseason trying to upgrade their roster. After missing out on the playoffs last season, the team has brought in some fresh faces. Lonnie Walker, Juan Toscano-Anderson, Thomas Bryant and Troy Brown Jr. have all been roped in by LA, with Patrick Beverley the latest addition to the team.

Beverley is considered to be one of the best defensive guards in the league. He is not afraid to get in the face of an opponent and guard them the entire length of the floor.

The Lakers struggled on defense last season and Beverley's arrival will undoubtedly bolster that aspect of their game. He also brings with him leadership and a winning mentality.

Never forget when Patrick Beverley did this to then Lakers’ Lonzo Ball in his first career NBA game.

Ball ended his debut with 3 points on 1-6 shooting 👀

https://t.co/j1AyPy4v85

There are concerns about how the might get along with Russell Westbrook. However, reports suggest that the Lakers are still trying to trade the former MVP and acquire more players who can help them compete.

Welcome to the Lakers, Patrick Beverley https://t.co/5AJbgMW1u4

Last season, Beverley signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves and led them all the way to the playoffs. He will be hoping to have a similar impact in LA.