Houston Rockets star point guard Russell Westbrook was trash-talking the Los Angeles Lakers down 30, and all superstar small forward LeBron James could do was smile and laugh at the Brodie.

Rajon Rondo and Russell Westbrook were having a back and forth in the post and LeBron James couldn't help but chime in.

The Lakers destroyed the Rockets to advance to the 2020 Western Conference Finals. This was certainly not a good look for Westbrook, as talking smack while your team is getting blown out just looks tongue-tied.

James, meanwhile, is living his best life. After missing the playoffs last season for the first time since his second year in the NBA, the Lakers superstar is now eight wins away from capturing title No. 4.

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