In the press conference after the game, Chu Xuan and Kobe Bryant became the absolute protagonists.

Among the two, Kobe Bryant had the last laugh in the conversation with James this season by virtue of a 30+10 and final win.

As for Chu Xuan, he has become the darling of the media, mainly because he still maintains a 100% winning rate as a rookie coach.

Obviously, this is arguably his best managerial inauguration statement for him.

With an eight-game winning streak, this is the second-longest winning streak in the league this season, and the first longest is the 12-game winning streak created by the Heat not long ago.

For the Lakers, the victory in the Christmas game means that they have the opportunity to continue to fight for a higher winning streak.

And everyone couldn't help but look forward to it, when will Chu Xuan's undefeated golden body be broken? Because as the record continued, everyone thought it was too dreamy.

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"Chu, have you heard? Rumors are out there that Riley is already in contact with Mitch. ”

At this time, it was already late at night, and when Chu Xuan walked out of the office, he heard Ryan West's voice.

"Hey Ryan, why haven't you gone back yet? It's already so late. Chu Xuan was slightly surprised: "What is Riley and Mickey in contact with?" Could it be that he has a crush on one of our team? ”

Ryan West immediately nodded: "yes, you guessed right. Riley is said to want Hassan, who called Mitch while the game was going on. ”

"What about the truthfulness of the news?" Chu Xuan opened his mouth and asked, there are too many trade rumors in this alliance. Therefore, he will not have any nervous thoughts until the truth of the news is determined.

"It should be true, Mitch has discussed this with other management."

Chu Xuan couldn't help frowning slightly when he heard this, trading Whiteside? It's absolutely not a no-go.

"What about Pat Riley's chips? Does he have chips to match? ”

"I heard that he wanted to take Greg Oden plus a draft pick in exchange for Hassan. Mitch seemed to be a little excited, and he was thinking about it. ”

Chu Xuan was slightly stunned, the glass man Auden? In exchange for a cap I don't know how high Whiteside is? If Riley's move is successful, he will really be worthy of his reputation as a "god operator".

"That's impossible, if this deal is done, it will definitely be a big loss." Chu Xuan chuckled and shook his head, "Okay, Ryan, I'll talk to Mickey when I have time." ”

Ryan West nodded and left.

……

Fifteen minutes later, Kupchak's phone called.

"Chu. Are you home? ”

It was quite quiet on the other side of the phone, which made people think that Kupchak should be ready to sleep.

Chu Xuan, who was sitting in the co-pilot, looked at Whiteside and replied, "Mickey, I'm on my way." Hehe, it's so late, you haven't slept yet? ”

Kupchak let out an "um" and said, "I'm thinking about something, so I haven't had time to go to bed yet." Chu, let me ask you some questions. ”

"Okay, Mickey, you can just say anything."

"Chu, how much potential do you think Hassan has for you? Or what do you think is the upper limit of what he can achieve? ”

When Chu Xuan heard this, he groaned slightly, and said with a smile: "Under my coaching, he will definitely be able to become an all-star within three years." It's because of his talent and his potential and because of my confidence as a manager. ”

Kupchak smiled and gasped as if relieved: "In that case, I should probably have a big contract ready?" ”

Chu Xuan was slightly stunned, and immediately understood: "Haha, that's right." Mitch, if that's the case, you need to be ready to renew him with a big contract. ”

"Well, if he does become an All-Star, I think I'll do it. By the way, Chu, what do you think of Greg Oden! ”

Chu Xuan suddenly felt that Kupchak was really confused about Riley's trade proposal.

"If he had been fit, he would have been a dominant centre-forward by now. However, the reality is always cruel, and his entire career has been clouded by injuries. Like now, even if he gets fit again, the ceiling is a first-class center at best. ”

After a pause, Chu Xuan added: "The point is that he is still in the hidden danger of injury, so he really doesn't have any value worth risking. ”

Actually, Chu Xuan also understood why Kupchak was tempted? Originally, Pat Riley proposed a trade first, but it happened to coincide with Oden's outburst, which made Kupchak seriously consider Riley's proposal.

In this Christmas game, Oden played 26 minutes, but 6 of 8, 3 of 6 free throws, and an efficient slash of 15 points, 16 rebounds and 1 block. In the confrontation between the two, Oden broke Whiteside, who only had 8 points, 4 rebounds and 2 blocks.

"What if we add a first-round pick?" Kupchak asked.

Chu Xuan smiled slightly, and completely understood the chips given by Riley in his heart.

"If it's the top three or the top five, maybe you can consider it. And, even if you get Greg Auden for me, I'm confident that he'll be rejuvenated, but his ceiling is limited now. ”

After Chu Xuan finished speaking, he stopped talking. On the Lakers, he still doesn't have the right to decide. All power is concentrated in Jim Bass and Kupchak.

After a while, Kupchak said: "Maybe I'm thinking a little too much, the team is in such good shape now, I'm trying to change it. Haha, okay, Chu, this call today is really redundant. ”

When Chu Xuan heard this, he knew that Kupchak had given up his plan to trade with Riley: "Mickey, this is not redundant. Actually, if there is something about this, I think it would be a great honor for you to ask my opinion. ”

Kupchak laughed: "Okay, Chu, I'll consider your opinion more." Good night, boy. ”

Listening to the other party's teasing tone, Chu Xuan couldn't help but shake his head helplessly, this Kupchak, when he is happy or relaxed, will always be so interesting and improper.

"Chu, what did Mickey call you about? How does it sound like a transaction. ”

Chu Xuan had just hung up the phone when Whiteside's voice came.

"Hassan, I've got some unfortunate news for you, Mickey was talking about your deal." Although sometimes trade turmoil can affect the mentality of the players. But Chu Xuan didn't shy away from it, but said with a smile.

As soon as the words fell, the car was slammed. provoked Chu Xuan to scream.

"Hey, hey, Hassan, you've got to drive well, it's scared to death. That was too bad just now......"

Chu Xuan patted his chest, and his heart palpitated.

"You say Mickey wants to trade me? Is this true? Oh God, I can't calm down anymore. Is it because I'm doing a little badly? Whiteside cried out, seeming a little indignant and incredulous.

"Hey, hey, man, maybe you should tell me what you did last night. You're like a soft-footed shrimp tonight. Chu Xuan laughed.

"Soft-footed shrimp? Chu, do you know how powerful Greg is? Against him, my chest still hurts. And, I'm just a little out of shape today. You have to know that everyone feels bad at times. ”

"But you've been blown up, and I can't even believe it right now. It seems like you're overworked ......"

"It's nothing, I'm just off. That's not enough to make me sleep as limply as you say. ”

Looking at Whiteside, who was getting more and more excited, he felt that the car could no longer drive normally. Chu Xuan didn't dare to tease him anymore: "Actually, Hassan, you should listen to me." ”

Whiteside was stunned.

Chu Xuan smiled: "Mickey is just asking my opinion. I told him that if any team wants to get you, it needs at least a first-time center plus a top-three pick, otherwise don't talk about it. ”

"So what?" Whiteside asked.

"So the deal is just a non-existent deal. You know, in this league, there are so many inquiries. Mickey didn't think about giving up on you, though. He also thinks you have some potential to become a star. ”

After a pause, Chu Xuan continued: "It's just Hassan, you should probably prove it." ”

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