Chapter 299: Parade
Lamar was also stunned by this question, if this was before he fell out with Kobe, he would have said that they would win the championship next season, but now his future is still a mystery, and making a commitment at this time is obviously not in his temper. Pen Γ fun Γ Pavilion www. ο½ο½ο½ο½ο½ο½ γ ο½ο½ο½ο½
"I don't want to promise anything right now, I'll wait until next season starts. β
The reporter had already heard the meaning of Lamar's words, and now that he had gotten the answer he wanted, there was no need to delve any further.
However, some people do not want such a friendly atmosphere to continue, and they have to stir up something to be happy.
"The league has finally decided to award the honor of the general decision to Shaq, are you feeling a little disappointed right now?"
"Disappointed?" Lamar's tone suddenly became a little cold, "No! Why should I be disappointed? Shaq behaved better than me, he took it for granted! I don't have any opinion on this, I think only boring people will make a fuss about this, Shaq and I are good brothers, I feel very happy that he can get the MVP, and I will congratulate him, it's that simple!"
With that, Lamar pushed aside the reporter and walked towards the players' tunnel.
"Aren't you unwilling to get the MVP?"
As soon as Lamar walked into the players' tunnel, Vanessa jumped out of nowhere and looked at him with a grin.
Lamar was stunned for a moment, then smiled, "Why are you here? No, I don't regret it at all, on the contrary, I feel very relaxed now!"
"Easy? Have you already made up your mind? I'm sorry! If it weren't for meγγγγγγ Avril thought about it for a moment and understood what Lamar meant.
"This has nothing to do with you! The contradiction between me and Kobe Bryant exists in the first place, we are both arrogant people, and neither of us can accept the reality of becoming each other's vassals! It's just that there are some things I still need to think about again. β
"At least, if it weren't for me, you wouldn't have been in such a mess! Is it you who must have got? Have you considered which team to go to?"
Lamar smiled and didn't say it explicitly: "I don't want to talk about this question yet, and when the time comes, I will give everyone a clear answer." β
Vanessa shrugged her shoulders and said, "Okay! I accept your mysticism. β
After saying that, she suddenly jumped in front of Lamar and smiled and said, "As a friend, I think I should congratulate you now." β
Saying that, Vanessa grabbed Lamar's neck and offered her red lips on Lamar's face, not wanting this scene to be hit by some reporters who were ambushed next to her, and faithfully recorded this classic moment. This also made Kobe, who was already jealous, completely tear the fig leaf between him and Lamar!
The Lakers won the championship, but that doesn't mean their mission for the season is over! On the contrary, they have become busier, and the celebrations have made these big names on the court very tired, and maybe some of them would rather have another seven-game game with the Philadelphia 76ers than go around like a float decoration.
"Lamar, I've had enough! When the hell is this event going to end, my face is cramping with a smile, this damn car is going to be driving so slowly, they say we're going to be like this this year until the town hall building, oh my god! The guy who designed this route should go and take the electric chair!"
At this moment, the whole Lakers team is standing on the roof of a bus, shuttling back and forth along the streets and alleys of the Lakers, receiving cheers and salutes from all Lakers fans.
Anderson was laughing and waving in salute to the fans who were swarming below, chattering and whining. It's been two hours since morning, and they've been standing like this under the hot sun for celebrations that are even more gruesome than a brutal game.
"Shut up Chris!" Lamar interrupted Anderson's grumbling, "If you really have so much dissatisfaction, you should talk to the fans below who support you!"
"I don't want to break their hearts, and I'm just whining!"
"Hey, man!" Chauncey walked over and grabbed Anderson by the shoulder, and said with a smile, "Lamar is right, you really should complain to those who support you, and let them get out of the way quickly." This way the car can drive a little faster!"
Chauncy laughed and ran to the side, leaving only an angry Anderson.
"Chris, remember to keep smiling!" even Shaq couldn't help but joke about Anderson, "Now that you're a hero to the fans down there, you should keep up your good image." β
"Gotta Shaq. Anderson sat down next to Lamar: "I don't want to laugh anymore, and even if I laugh now, it's all pretending, which is even more unfair to the fans who support us! β
The parade car was already approaching the Lakers' City Hall, and the players could finally breathe a sigh of relief.
On the makeshift podium in City Square, the Lakers' stars truly experienced the pride and glory of being a city hero, and while none of them were from home in the city, that didn't stop them from loving the city.
Every word they say will immediately cause a sensation among the fans in the audience, especially when the leader of the team, Shaq, brings up the O'Brien Cup, which symbolizes the supreme honor, and the atmosphere reaches a climax.
"Hey, guys!" Shaq stood in the center of the podium, took the microphone and shouted, "We've got the O'Brien Cup, and now all we have to do is keep this thing with the Lakers, on our turf, and make it a decoration of our city." β
Shaq's words once again sent fans into a frenzy, as long as people are never satisfied, Lakers fans have finally ushered in the glittering O'Brien Cup after several years of waiting, and now they are naturally expecting a third, fourth, or even forever. Shaq's words spoke right to their hearts.
The festivities continued until it was dark, and Lamar, one of the biggest names in the team, was in attendance.
Of course, there are people who are not willing to be lonely on such a happy occasion, such as Anderson, who wants to show his talent in singing, is one of the representatives, but the congenital conditions are too poor. If it weren't for his current status as a hero, it would have almost backfired among the fans.
Among the players, the most revealing of the team is Chauncey, a piece of his own nonsense rap, which is actually more popular than those big-name entertainment stars.
Lamar wasn't very impressed by this way of celebrating, and even sitting on the podium was listless, and no one could tell what he was thinking.
"Lamar!" Shaq, who was sitting next to him, suddenly called out to him.
"What's the matter?"
"I want to ask you, do you like this city?" Shaq's tone was very flat, but the look in his eyes told Lamar that he was desperate for an answer right now.
"Of course! I love it here, and after living here for two years, I feel like I've become an Angelenite. β
Shaq nodded thoughtfully, then continued, "Have you chosen a path for your future now?"
Lamar was stunned for a moment and then understood, Shaq was testing his tone, I am afraid that in Shaq's heart, he very much hopes that Lamar can stay, after all, he has just got a comrade who can make him trust, and he doesn't want to let Lamar go like this! He believes that as long as Lamar stays and continues to help him, they will definitely be able to create more brilliant results!
Lamar groaned for a while and said, "Shaq! There are some things that I can't control, and you know that there is no parallel between me and Kobe Bryant now! Besides, I don't want to talk about this now, and I want to decide about the future in a while." β
After listening to Lamar's words, Shaq couldn't express his disappointment, he already knew that Lamar's departure from the Lakers was almost inevitable, Jerebuss's love for Kobe Bryant was well known, and Lamar as an insider, in the case that the Lakers already had their own, the role would be relatively overlapping with himself. It's not that Shaq didn't think about putting pressure on the team to keep Lamar, but such a decision was also very difficult for him. Moreover, even if Shaq is willing to put pressure on the team to trade Kobe Bryant, the Lakers' management probably won't agree!
Lamar and Kobe Bryant choose one of the two, it is a difficult choice, and it is also a choice that there is no way, one mountain cannot accommodate two tigers.
Kobe Bryant has been on this team since he entered the NBA in '96, being nurtured as his partner and the team's future successor. After so many years, this team has already deeply laid the brand of Kobe. Especially after winning the Finals, Kobe's reputation among Lakers fans has also reached a peak, and if Kobe Bryant is traded for Lamar at this time, Lamar's position on the team will not be stable.
Shaq knew that he couldn't wait for the answer he wanted for anything now, so he simply gave up, after all, he also knew that his role in this was limited.
"Brother, no matter what your decision is in the future, I have to say that I am very grateful for everything you have done in the past two years, including the two blows you gave to Mutembo, if it were me, it would not be so thorough. Shaq laughed as he spoke, and the resentment in his heart disappeared at the thought of Mutembo's injury.
Lamar also smiled: "You don't need to thank me for anything, don't forget, I'm also a Lakers player, and everything I do is fulfill the obligations of a professional player." (To be continued.) )