Chu Xuan's words fell, and Whiteside suddenly looked ecstatic, he actually wanted to start the playoffs, which was really surprising to him.

Although Chu Xuan had told him that he was going to start, he thought it would be the regular season next season, but the result was so much earlier, it was really too sudden.

Whiteside was ecstatic, and Gasol looked gloomy and bowed his head and remained silent.

Although he was a little uncomfortable, he still trusted Chu Xuan's arrangement, and he felt that Chu Xuan must have his plans.

So, Gasol chose to remain silent.

Moreover, with Whiteside as a starter, Gasol really can't say anything. After all, in the regular season this season, Whiteside's individual performance was there for all to see.

This season, Whiteside averaged 9.1 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game, which may only be considered an average blue-collar center performance if placed on a center. However, if you add Whiteside's average of 23.1 minutes per game before this statistic, then Whiteside's performance can only be described as terrifying.

In 36 minutes, Whiteside's average per game is 14.2 points, 12.8 rebounds and 2.96 blocks. It's all the performance of a super centre-forward.

Moreover, Whiteside shot 59.8% from the field and 72.9% from the free-throw line, which is absolutely invaluable for a center player.

It can be said that with such a performance, Whiteside is enough to become the starting center forward of any team.

Therefore, for Gasol, he really can't complain, after all, Whiteside is a player who is considered to be the top salary in the future, which is a treatment that can only be enjoyed at the star level.

Obviously, Whiteside, as a starter, didn't have much of an opinion.

Feeling the reaction on the spot, Chu Xuan couldn't help but nodded, although the atmosphere was a little delicate, but it was peaceful after all, which made him quite satisfied: "Then there is the last spot, the starting No. 2 position." ”

Everyone couldn't help but be stunned at the same time, starting the second position? Does Kobe Bryant play the No. 3 position?

But the Lakers have always been full of forward players, except for Kobe, where are there any outstanding No. 2 players.

Ignoring their surprise, Chu Xuan opened his mouth and said, "Reggie, this job is handed over to you. ”

The atmosphere in the conference room suddenly froze, and Reggie Jackson couldn't help but be stunned, he really didn't expect such an answer.

"Chu, thank you, I will complete the task perfectly." Jackson recovered, his tone ecstatic.

Chu Xuan smiled slightly and said, "Reggie, don't be in a hurry to promise first. If you play the number 2 position, your main job is not to score, your task is to defend, to defend ferociously, even if it is to make 6 fouls per game, that's the task I gave you. ”

Well, it's not scoring, it's defensive quarterbacks.

After hearing Chu Xuan's purpose, Jackson did not have any change in his expression, for him, as long as he can start, it is enough, this is his chance to prove himself again in the playoffs.

"Okay, Chu, just look at it, I'll bring a suffocating defense. Marcus Thornton? I'll guard him against Ironton. ”

Jackson swore by it.

This season, Jackson averaged 19.8 minutes per game, averaging 8.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 0.6 steals per game, still showing the level of his potential star. And on the outside, there have been many voices supporting Jackson replacing Nash as the Lakers' starting point guard.

It's just that Chu Xuan didn't have this idea for the time being, so he ran aground for the time being.

Now, the playoffs are about to begin, and Chu Xuan suddenly changed his formation and got Jackson to the starting position, which is definitely unexpected.

In fact, even Jackson himself didn't expect Chu Xuan to promote him to the starting position at this juncture.

You know, this is a playoff game, and risky changes can bring unexpected surprises, but they can also bring devastating disasters that can devastate a team in the playoffs.

Obviously, Jackson can understand that in Chu Xuan's plan, his defense is definitely a more important link.

So will he be able to complete the defensive task that Chu Xuan said? The answer is unknown, of course, but Jackson's self-confidence is stronger than ever.

"Okay, then Coach Phil Webb will arrange the specific style of play for everyone in the first round." Chu Xuan said, "Paul, you come with me." ”

After Gasol heard this, he got up and followed Chu Xuan to the suite in the conference room.

"Paul, I believe you must have been a little surprised by today's arrangement, and getting you to the bench is the result of my careful consideration, and I have no selfish motives. My starting point is to make the team win in the playoffs and then go for the championship. So, I hope you can understand. I'm sure you'll lead a bench that feels terrible and that's the best option for us. ”

Chu Xuan said slowly, and in the process, Gasol listened silently.

After a long time, Gasol raised his head and smiled slightly: "Did Kobe Bryant know in advance?" ”

Chu Xuan was slightly stunned, but still replied truthfully: "At first, Kobe Bryant didn't agree to such an arrangement, but after listening to the tactical arrangement, he agreed. Paul, you have to know that as veterans, you don't have a lot of time left in your career, and you don't have many opportunities to challenge for a championship. So, I don't think you should let this opportunity pass up. ”

Gasol listened, nodded suddenly, and said with a relaxed expression: "Chu, I believe in your vision, for the championship, I am willing to do anything, willing to accept any arrangement." ”

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After Gasol left, Jackson walked in.

This guy is still in ecstasy, and obviously, the psychological impact of the starting position on him is too great.

"Reggie, do you know why I chose you as a starter?" Chu Xuan squinted his eyes slightly and smiled meaningfully.

Jackson was slightly stunned, and then shook his head, he didn't know why Chu Xuan chose so. After all, in today's Lakers, there are too many players who are not weaker than him and can be the starter.

However, Chu Xuan chose him, which made him extremely surprised and puzzled, but the ecstasy made him suppress such emotions.

"When I invited you to the Lakers, I promised to start you, and that's one of the reasons.

Secondly, it's because I'm very optimistic about you. You have the potential to be a star defender, but you need to get more hon, and the playoff stage is the best platform, so, with this opportunity, I would prefer to give him to you so that you can improve and improve. ”

After hearing this, Jackson couldn't help but be moved in his heart: "Chu, thank you very much for remembering what happened at the beginning." Really, you're a very good coach and I love my time with the Lakers and I'd love to play under you all the time. ”

Jackson was expressing his heart, but Chu Xuan seemed extremely calm: "Reggie, loyalty doesn't need commitment. Really, nothing is absolute in this business alliance. I sincerely hope that you can have a bright future, and if there is really a better opportunity, I am happy for you to seize it. (To be continued.) )