That night, Whiteside and Chu Xuan set off from Huntington to Los Angeles.

By the next morning, the two had finally arrived in Los Angeles.

"Chu, this place is even more wonderful than I imagined, I already like this city." After witnessing a cosmopolitan metropolis like Los Angeles, Whiteside's heart could not be calm.

Originally from Gastonia, North Carolina, he was not particularly well-off from a young age. Although he was fortunate enough to be in cities like New York and Shanghai, this is the first time he has come to Los Angeles.

And each city naturally gives him a different feeling, Los Angeles is a combination of prosperity and tranquility, and is a beautiful and dazzling coastal city.

The first time Whiteside came here, he liked it.

Chu Xuan has lived in Los Angeles for several years and knows this place very well, and after hearing Whiteside's emotion, he laughed.

"I love the city just as much, Hassan, and it seems that we have a common hobby again."

Whiteside laughed, "You're right, Chu, I also feel like we're going to be very good friends." ”

Chu Xuan nodded, Whiteside's personality made him like it more, "Regardless of whether you can play here in the end or not, in the next few days, I will be your tour guide and have a good time here." ”

Whiteside was overjoyed, and immediately smiled: "This is really good, Chu, I'm going to Hollywood, I'm going to the beach......"

Chu Xuan laughed: "It's no problem at all." Hassan, not only to Hollywood, but also to Disneyland, Beverly Hills, Chinatown, Griffith Park...... Then we went to meet all kinds of celebrities, and although we couldn't communicate with them, we were always able to see them from afar. ”

"Chu, your idea is good. It was a much better feeling than seeing it on screen, I wanted to meet Anne Hathaway, I've loved her since I was a kid, she's a great acter, she's my favorite Hollywood star. ”

Chu Xuan couldn't help but be dumbfounded, it turned out that Whiteside was also chasing stars. Looking at the admiration in his eyes, Chu Xuan suddenly felt that Whiteside might have a bit of a habit of sister-brother love.

"Anne Hathaway, this seems to be a bit difficult. I don't know if I'll be able to meet her, but I think we can try our luck in Hollywood. ”

Whiteside didn't care, of course he knew that with Chu Xuan's identity, it was impossible to get acquainted with a star of Anne Hathaway's level. He just talked, and didn't particularly crave it.

"Haha, Chu, I also understand that this is a very difficult job. But you have to repay some fantasies and hopes, don't you? Star chasing is such a painful thing. ”

"Hassan, in my opinion, it's not that hard. You can totally be a sports star in the city, just like Kobe Bryant. At that time, Anne will be happy to make you a friend. ”

Whiteside nodded, "Yes, Chu, you're right. I think I need to play harder, and your words make me suddenly very motivated. ”

Chu Xuan laughed: "That's right, Hassan, for your dream of chasing stars, work hard to become a star of the Lakers." I believe you have the ability. ”

Whiteside nodded solemnly: "Thank you, Chu." You are my warmest friend, thank you. ”

******

1111 South Figueroa Street, Staples Center, Los Angeles.

Chu Xuan knocked on the door of the Lakers' general manager's office.

Kupchak's voice sounded, and after a week, Chu Xuan came to this place again, but the people around him changed from Alex to Hassan Whiteside.

Kupchak was slightly surprised when he saw Chu Xuan. When he saw the big black man beside Chu Xuan, he instantly understood Chu Xuan's intention.

"Chu, you brought me a genius so quickly?"

Kupchak's teasing like an old friend made Chu Xuan feel a little helpless, his work ability had obviously not been recognized.

And whether Kupchak can change his opinion of him now is undoubtedly all up to Hassan Whiteside.

Chu Xuan had a smile on his face, "Mickey, I think whether or not I bring a genius or not, it can show that I am a guy who loves this job." And I think you'll be immensely immensely immensely accredited with my eyesight after getting Hassan. ”

Kupchak laughed, the big black man sitting in front of him was undoubtedly a player who could play inside. And he has huge palms and strong and slender arms, which is obviously a good physique to play basketball.

It's just that there are still quite a few such people, and there are not a few guys sitting in his office who want to get a contract. Therefore, even though Chu Xuan swore by it, he still didn't have any hope in his heart.

You must know that the scouts of these 30 NBA teams are all over the world, and even the good seedlings in the mountains of Africa can be found. Therefore, he didn't believe that Chu Xuan would be able to bring him a player with good ability and potential in just a few days. Even if the black man in front of him feels very good, but who knows if it is empty.

"Chu, I believe in your ability to work. I also hope that the big man in front of me can be very good. ”

Chu Xuan ignored Kupchak's courtesy answer, looked at Whiteside, and said, "Let me introduce you, Hassan Whiteside, a seven-foot interior line with outstanding athleticism, he is an inside monster. Well, I'm probably a little excited, Mitch, and after my investigation, I feel like his protection of rebounding and the restricted area is what the Lakers need at this stage. ”

Kupchak thought for a moment, and a sudden look appeared on his face, "Hassan Whiteside...... Well, he's the young man who was called Little Marcus Camby two years ago, and I've heard his name. ”

The next words, Kupchak did not say again.

Whiteside was a 10-year second-round pick who was eliminated from the NBA, and his ability and potential are obviously very average. There are a lot of people like this, and it's generally hard to play in the NBA.

'Mitch, Hassan hasn't been treated the right way. He's dominant on the inside, he's only 24 years old and still has the potential to grow. His physical condition is very good, and he is not much better than the previous two years. What's more important is that in the year away from the NBA, his mentality has changed a lot, he has worked very hard and is eager to be back in the NBA. ”

Kupchak nodded, Whiteside had been on his picklist two years earlier, but he had eventually given up because of Whiteside's lazy attitude. If Whiteside has changed that, then with his physical condition, he should still have the ability to compete in the NBA.

Seeing that Kupchak didn't speak, Chu Xuan continued: "Just this month, Hassan won the championship in China's NBL Pro League, and his performance on the inside is dominant. And now that he's developed mid-range shooting, he's more flexible in his position options on the court, and he can play at power forward when necessary. ”

"Oh? I've heard a bit about his performances lately. But to be honest, he didn't come into my mind. Kupchak said with regret on his face and a little apologetic.

Chu Xuan hurriedly said: "No, no, no, Mickey, if you can spare 10 minutes, I think you can watch his performance on the basketball court." Hassan will be the one you're looking for, and his performance will surprise you. ”