Chapter 151: Big Gamble
During the interview in Cleveland, Chu Xuan vaguely ironically provoked Phil Jackson, and was immediately reported by the media. And the battle, which was originally slightly less popular, became a hot spot again, and many people suddenly paid great attention to what kind of response Jackson would make.
Obviously, Chu Xuan is talking about what Jackson said that the Lakers will definitely lose within three games.
And now, a few days later, there is only one last game left in the so-called three-game appointment. The opponent is still the Philadelphia 76ers with a very average lineup, and the Lakers' probability of winning can be said to be extremely high.
In other words, Jackson is likely to be slapped in the face by Chu Xuan.
Fueled by the media, Jackson is on the cusp, and the voices of fans supporting Chu Xuan can be said to be unprecedentedly dense.
"Chu is a good coach, but what Phil said at the beginning was really inadequate." On the team's way back to Los Angeles, Gasol updated Twitter, which he wrote.
As soon as such remarks came out, they were immediately forwarded by fans.
For a moment, the battle seemed to have a different meaning. And after Gasol, who had been silent, stood up to support Chu Xuan, Chu Xuan seemed to have the upper hand in this tearing up with Jackson.
It's not that Gasol has a lot of influence, but because of his special status.
You must know that Gasol is the absolute inner core of the Lakers' last two championships, and he is the proud disciple of Zen master Jackson. And since Chu Xuan and Jackson started the war, Gasol and Kobe Bryant have remained silent precisely for this reason.
However, now that Gasol suddenly said this, it is undoubtedly able to detonate the fan base, and everyone can't help but speculate that Gasol and Jackson may not get along as well as they seem when they first worked together.
When the reporter approached Gasol through a telephone interview and asked about it, Gasol said.
"I have no problem with Phil, he has always been the person I respect the most. But, now, I'm more confident that my team will be able to break all doubts. We can win and, as Chu said, we can win again. ”
"So, you're not satisfied with just two championships?"
"Yes, I'm never going to be satisfied in this area, I need a lot of championships. So, I can only say sorry to Phil, but his questioning is something we don't want to hear. ”
"So what do you think about the next game against the 76ers?"
'We're going to win for sure, there's no doubt about that. Philadelphia have a fantastic team led by two good players, Thaddeus Young and Evan Turner, but we are still confident of beating them. ”
"However, you have played two away games in a row, do you think the game will be tough in the next away game?"
"I don't think it's going to be a big stick, in the previous games, our youngsters put a lot of effort into it, and in this game, we old guys have contributed a lot."
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At the same time, ESPN's reporter Downs successfully connected with Jackson.
"Phil, it's said you're in New York now?"
Downs didn't immediately talk about the battle between Chu Xuan and Jackson, but asked about the recent rumors that Jackson might be in charge of the New York Knicks.
Jackson smiled over there, but didn't answer immediately.
After more than ten seconds, when Downs thought that the call was interrupted, Jackson slowly spoke: "You want to ask me about Chu Xuan's remarks." ”
Downs smiled: "If you're willing to talk, I think I'm more than willing to listen." ”
"I still say the same thing, he has nothing to be proud of. Can you take a look at his opponent in the last three games, the Timberwolves? Knight? 76 people? What kind of teams are they, and there's no challenge at all. ”
Jackson's remark made people feel inappropriate. You know, he is undoubtedly offending the Timberwolves, Cavaliers, and 76ers by saying this. After all, the progress of these three teams this season is obvious to all, and like the Cavaliers and 76ers, there is hope of making the playoffs from the current point of view.
Obviously, that's not what a wise manager should say.
"What do you think? You must know that the Lakers have won 27 in a row, and they have a good chance of sprinting to 28 in a row. Moreover, for Chu Xuan, he is still maintaining an undefeated golden body. Tang Si said, and he was also amazed in his heart that Chu Xuan, a Chinese, had such great energy.
Jackson smiled, "It's luck." However, I'm sure his unbeaten streak will be broken in the near future. And, in this season, it will be difficult for them to break through to the second round of the playoffs. ”
Jackson prophesied again, he was going to carry out this war with Chu Xuan to the end, wasn't he satisfied with being slapped in the face once?
Downs smiled, "Phil, when do you mean by the near future?" Before All-Star? After All-Star? ”
"No doubt, of course before the All-Star. The Chicago Bulls and Oklahoma City Thunder will cause them a lot of trouble. ”
"Oh, Phil, hopefully things will turn out the way you say they are. Then, can I ask you a personal question? Will you coach the New York Knicks next? ”
Jackson appeared cautious about this question, and he did not respond in any way.
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When Jackson's words reached Chu Xuan's ears again, Chu Xuan was extremely disdainful.
Facing the media reporters, Chu Xuan replied angrily: "When he said he would lose, when would he lose?" Did he really think of himself as a prophet or a prophet? And the Timberwolves, 76ers, and Cavaliers are as weak as he says they are? I think these are three very good opponents, and Phil is too eye-catching. ”
After a pause, Chu Xuan suddenly said, "If you talk about prophets, I have this ability. Take Phil, for example, who should be next to join Knicks management. ”
Management? Not a manager?
"Chu, are you sure you said it? Where did you get this news from. ”
Chu Xuan smiled slightly and pointed to his head: "I was told here." However, Phil is an absolute failure in management with the Knicks, and he has no talent for it. Moreover, Carmelo is gone, the Knicks are without thighs, and Phil's job will be difficult to do. ”
Chu Xuan's words were passed out by the media in a real voice. Suddenly, the smell of gunpowder was even more full.
It can be said that this kind of sharp teeth and direct words can definitely make Jackson spit out a few mouthfuls of old blood in a depressed manner.
However, many people did not hate Chu Xuan because of this, but secretly applauded and admired. Because, for a person who knows how to respect their opponents, they will definitely not show meanness and dissatisfaction.
"Then do you feel the need to make a bet with Phil?"
Chu Xuan was slightly stunned: "Why bet with him, I don't want to win his pension money." After all, it's not easy for this guy to make some money over the years. ”
Chu Xuan's teasing and sarcasm made people laugh secretly.
When Phil Jackson heard this, he immediately became a little angry, and his team issued a statement, saying that they were willing to gamble with Chu Xuan.
Bet that the Lakers will lose before the All-Star and bet $500,000. And if Chu Xuan loses, he will also have to come up with 500,000 US dollars.
As long as you can keep winning before the All-Star break, can you win $500,000?
After Chu Xuan heard the news, he was immediately surprised. This money seems too easy to earn? 500,000! That's a year's worth of coaching, and it's before taxes.
"These guys are really rich, it seems that they can't be slaughtered." Chu Xuan sighed secretly.
"I don't want the money sent to the door, since Phil wants to give me some pocket money to spend, then I will be disrespectful." Chu Xuan quickly updated Twitter, and he believed that there were tens of millions of fans who testified that Phil would not dare to repay the debt.
"Bank account number: ********, head of household: Chu Xuan. amp; amp; amp; @菲尔杰克逊, 500,000 ready. When you look down on others, others look down on you as well. ”
The appearance of such Twitter content immediately caused a lot of shock.
Everyone couldn't help but secretly applaud Chu Xuan's courage and toughness, it was obvious that Chu Xuan was in tune with Jackson to the end.
Of course, these people will also support Chu Xuan with actions, that is, likes.
Just one day after this Twitter update, the number of likes has exceeded 200,000. (To be continued.) )