Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell (1) reacts to a play during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Brooklyn Nets Coach Reacts To D'Angelo Russell Lakers Trade

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Dec 30, 2024 11:06 AM ET

On Sunday, the news was announced that D'Angelo Russell and Maxwell Lewis had been traded to the Brooklyn Nets.

As part of the deal, the Nets sent the Lakers Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton.

The Nets also received three second-round picks.

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After the Nets lost to the Orlando Magic by a score of 102-101, Jordi Fernandez was asked about the acquistion of D'Angelo Russell when he met with the media.

Reporter: "What can you expect D'Angelo to bring when you get here and you get some practice under him?"

Fernandez: "I don't know details. We'll let you guys know. Obviously, you guys know the two players that we'll be getting and we're excited to work with them, develop them, build those relationshops, have them up to speed soon.... Whenever the plans are set, we'll let you guys know."