Watch: Patrick Beverley Says LeBron James & Anthony Davis Will Be Playing With Him As Opposed To Vice Versa

Beverley’s gutsy personality led to a long-lasting feud with Russell Westbrook. However, the two guards have reportedly discussed burying the hatchet if they get to play with one another on the Lakers.

Westbrook even showed up at Beverley’s press conference and they exchanged a dap and a hug after the new latter spoke with the media.

According to reports, head coach Darvin Ham sees Westbrook and Beverley playing side by side for the Lakers during the 2022-23 season.

Beverley feels ‘different respect’ & ‘responsibility’ playing for Lakers in L.A. instead of Clippers

Beverley familiarized himself with the city of Los Angeles having spent four seasons with the L.A. Clippers between 2017-2021. But he said being back in the City of Angels feels different now that he gets to wear purple and gold.

“It’s night and day too just walking, you almost get a different respect,” Beverley said. “But with that respect comes a lot of responsibility too so for me and my upbringing, you never want to take an opportunity like this for granted.

“You’re talking about one of America’s teams so with that comes a badge of honor and respect that you have to play with each and every night. But that’s something I do anyway.”