No one expected that the wave of injuries that broke out at the beginning of the season would become a bit more intense after a brief silence. Although there are very few very serious injuries among them, they are enough to make the players feel a little worried and apprehensive.

In recent days, more famous players have started to get hit, with the likes of Anthony, Westbrook, Curry, Griffin and others suffering from knee and back injuries. Lefou, on the other hand, has a groin strain and is out of action for at least 2~4 weeks. Add in the star players who have suffered injuries before, and just two weeks into the new season, the NBA has been clouded by injuries.

The injury frenzy was somewhat unexpected, and no one expected that there would be a massive injury incident in the NBA in the new season. What is surprising is that the Lakers, who are thought to be plagued by injuries in the new season, have maintained full fitness despite injuries everywhere in the outside world.

It's surprising, but it's also the best example of how health is fundamental to a team's success. You know, the Lakers were considered an out-of-playoff team before the start of the season, but now, it's in third place in the West, and that's the energy that comes with being healthy.

Continuous victories make the team full of cohesion and confidence, and Kobe Bryant with a group of teammates is also full of ambition to chase another victory.

Although they continue to lose their coaches, under the joint speeches of Chu Xuan, Kobe Bryant and others, the situation within the Lakers is very good and has not been affected too much.

And for this game that came as scheduled, the entire Lakers team had only one common belief, that is, to beat the Pelicans.

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The preparation before the game was very intense, and Phil Webb led a group of coaches to constantly study countermeasures, and from time to time asked what needs to be paid attention to in today's game.

Chu Xuan was sent by Phil Webb as a representative to be interviewed by the outside media.

The reason for this is also that in today's coaching team, Chu Xuan has become the most trustworthy member of Phil Weber. Today's Chu Xuan is the Lakers' offensive tactician.

It was David McMinamin, a famous ESPN reporter who came to interview Chu Xuan, and David was very shocked and surprised when he saw that the person who came out for the interview on behalf of the Lakers coaching staff was Chu Xuan.

Because generally speaking, the people who come out to be interviewed by the media are often the head coaches of the team. And now, the young Chu Xuan is coming to be interviewed on behalf of the head coach, so his current status is obvious.

You must know that in the NBA coaching world, what is important is seniority, and in this regard, Chu Xuan does not have it at all. Therefore, if Chu Xuan was able to ascend to the position so quickly, it can only be said that his ability is really very good. It's enough to be recognized by these NBA-level coaches.

"Hey, Chu, I didn't expect it to be you today?" David made no secret of his surprise.

Chu Xuan smiled slightly, "Yes, I didn't expect it either. ”

David laughed twice, and then went straight to the point: "Chu, what do you think of today's game against the Pelicans?" I don't think the atmosphere at the Lakers' home court is as hot as expected. ”

Chu Xuan squinted slightly and looked at the well-known reporters in front of him, these guys are often the most difficult to deal with.

With his mind spinning, Chu Xuan laughed: "Volcanoes are often calm, but when they erupt, that kind of power is incomparable. Staples is like a volcano about to erupt. For today's game, we have the belief that we will win. ”

"Oh? Chu, where does your faith come from? What gives you such faith? ”

"It's Mike, he's been in a car accident and we're all worried about him. And today, we will choose to pray for him with a win, and hopefully he will get better soon. ”

David McMinamin looked at Chu Xuan and said, "Chu, I believe that with your belief, Mike will definitely get better soon." By the way, Chu, what are you currently responsible for with the Lakers? ”

"Attacking, I'm mainly responsible for the team's offense at the moment. I hope to be able to improve the team's attack a lot with my efforts......"

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ESPN reported on Chu Xuan's interview for the first time, and "praying for D'Antoni with victory" became the theme of today's game news. In an interview, Chu Xuan's humble and comfortable posture and his words of "praying for D'Antoni with victory" made him receive a lot of applause and recognition.

Under ESPN's deliberate report, some of Chu Xuan's situation was reported more and more, and his popularity became higher and higher.

Staples Center, eight p.m.

The Lakers and Pelicans game is officially underway.

Players from both sides walked in, while Jordan Hill and Anthony Davis walked to the center circle, and eight other players stood around the center circle.

The referee's whistle blows, and the basketball flies.

Jumping ball, the young and athletic Anthony Davis easily beat Jordan Hill.

Holiday held the ball, and the five Pelicans players rushed to the Lakers' half court like a flood, impacting the Lakers' defense.

Kobe Bryant's eyes were extremely serious, and his expression made it clear that he would take this game very seriously.

"Defend, defend, tough."

Kobe Bryant's roar made all the Lakers players on the court excited, and at the same time, the Staples Center instantly swelled with a wave of crazy fan cheers.

Under Kobe's leadership, the Lakers' opening formation was very strong, and the Pelicans were suppressed by the Lakers after the first offensive failure.

On the Lakers' side, Johnson opened up the situation with a three-pointer. Subsequently, the Lakers launched a strong offensive against the Pelicans on the court according to the expected tactical arrangement, with Kobe Bryant as the offensive core.

Bryant had a lot of offensive desire, and in the face of Tyrick Evans and Eric Gordon's alternate defense, he showed the perfect technique of the first quarterback, with his back to the single, three-pointer, and free throws...... His toughness made people see the peak Kobe Bryant again in a trance, and the Pelicans were completely suppressed.

The first quarter of the game was just the beginning, and in the second quarter, the Pelicans made defensive adjustments and began to focus on Kobe Bryant. In this case, Chu Xuan decisively suggested to Phil Webb that he insist on Kobe Bryant as the core, but the role has an offensive core and becomes an organizational core.

Chu Xuan has always felt that as long as Kobe Bryant is willing to organize and pass the ball, with his basketball skills, he can become an extremely versatile warrior. In the past, Kobe Bryant was reluctant to do that, but now, as he gets older, there are many things that he can't do alone. Therefore, Chu Xuan persuaded him before the game, and Kobe Bryant also expressed his willingness to pass the ball.

In the second quarter of the game, Kobe's passing was eye-catching, and the strange and unpredictable passing made people feel relaxed and dazzled. And the Pelicans were completely caught off guard by this, and no one expected Kobe Bryant to be willing to pass the ball.

Bryant dished out five assists in a single quarter, and the Lakers had a big impact as a result.

At 56:34, at halftime, the Lakers led by a full 22 points.