D'Angelo Russell's Stellar Performance Shifts Trade Rumors

LA Lakers fans rally behind Russell as he leads team to critical victories amid trade speculations.

D'Angelo Russell, LA Lakers point guard, has been performing exceptionally well in recent games, averaging 27.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 5.7 assists, leading the team in scoring in two of the last three games.
Russell's performance has led to a shift in fans' opinion, with many now opposing the idea of trading him and hailing him as a key player for the team.
Despite being heavily involved in trade rumors, Russell remains unfazed, stating that he cannot control such matters and is focusing on his game.
Lakers' coach Darvin Ham has expressed his belief in Russell's abilities and hinted at the possibility of keeping him beyond the Feb. 8 trade deadline.
The Lakers have been performing well recently, securing a critical 127-110 victory against the Dallas Mavericks, bringing their season record to .500 (21-21).