WATCH: D’Angelo Russell’s scathing trash talk to Bruce Brown REVEALED; fans react

e D'Angelo Russell and Bruce Brown's heated exchange sparks fan frezy on Twitter.

WATCH: D’Angelo Russell’s scathing trash talk to Bruce Brown REVEALED; fans react

D'Angelo Russell (via Los Angeles Times)

The NBA In-Season Tournament final between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Indiana Pacers resulted in the Lakers’ winning 123-109. A heated exchange between D’Angelo Russell and Bruce Brown, however, stole the spotlight. This confrontation was the culmination of a year-long buildup of tension, with both players not holding back their words.

This animosity’s roots trace back to last season’s Western Conference finals. Brown, then with the Denver Nuggets, had targeted Russell defensively, leading to comments that Russell found disrespectful and which set the stage for their on-court rivalry.

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Los Angeles Lakers star D’Angelo Russell had this to say post-game:

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He was talking s— all year. Yeah. Talking s— all year….Got something to say? Show me on the court. [Nikola] Jokic ain’t there next to you today. It’s different.

The leaked audio from the game reveals the intensity of their exchange. Russell’s comments:

N**** talk too much

Bruce Brown retorting, 

I can talk, swept y’all a**es last year.

The altercation continued, highlighting the deep-seated resentment and competition between the two.

Despite the heated words, Russell maintained a professional stance post-game, acknowledging his respect for Brown’s skills while emphasizing his approach to let his gameplay do the talking.

Fans react to the Russell-Brown rivalry

This incident not only highlights the personal rivalry between Russell and Brown but also underscores the growing competitive tension between the Lakers and Indiana Pacers. The Lakers’ victory in the In-Season Tournament final adds another chapter to this evolving narrative.

D'Angelo Russell walking away as Bruce Brown talks trash to him
D’Angelo Russell walking away as Bruce Brown talks trash to him (AP)

Russell’s performance in the final, scoring 13 points with seven assists, was a statement in itself. His ability to channel the off-court chatter into on-court dominance was a testament to his focus and skill. Here are some fan reactions:

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The Lakers’ triumph in the In-Season Tournament final is a significant achievement, but the Russell-Brown beef adds an interesting personal dynamic to the sport. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on how this rivalry evolves and influences future encounters.

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