Westbrook seemed to take another dig [at Vogel] when he mentioned consistency as the Lakers’ biggest issue, including the fluctuating lineup nightly.
“It’s difficult,” Westbrook said. “You never know when you’re coming in. You never know when you’re coming out. You never know when you’re playing. You never know a bunch of things. And I’m speaking for me personally.
It’s a difficult process to be able to figure out and (create) a rhythm, (create) some consistency where we can actually see what we’re able to do as a team. But those decisions are made by him and this coaching staff, and you’ve gotta live with it and move on.”
Also this bit:
Vogel has said he has communicated with Westbrook after each of the benchings, explaining his decision-making process. Westbrook has denied that claim, indicating he isn’t sure why he’s being benched, while also clarifying that the decision is the coaching staff’s prerogative.
When asked Tuesday to clearly state if Vogel has communicated with him about his benchings, Westbrook once again denied there has been transparency with his crunch-time role.
"No,” Westbrook said. “He hasn’t, but I don’t need him to be clear about whatever decision he makes, so that’s up to him. My job as a professional is to come to work, be in a positive mindset, do my work to the best of my ability and to encourage my teammates. That’s it.”
Frustration is simmering between the Lakers and Russell Westbrook, who was benched in key minutes (again) Tuesday
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