Chapter 80: You all come to play with the Lakers
The focus fell, but the result was shocking.
For a while, the whole world was talking about the game between the Lakers and the Thunder.
are all talking about the surprise that Chu Xuan, the rookie coach, has created for people.
As the protagonist of the discussion, Chu Xuan was enjoying the celebration of the victory after the game.
The Ford Center was a little deserted, and some fans seemed to have trouble accepting the result of the game and did not leave the stadium for a long time.
Under the attention of the world, Chu Xuan shook hands with Brooks with a smile.
"Chu, welcome to our family, you have done a great job coaching."
Brooks' face was a little ugly, but he still expressed his praise for Chu Xuan.
Chu Xuan smiled slightly, and couldn't help but look at Brooks a little higher. You know, after being slaughtered by a rookie coach for 31 points, Brooks can still have such a mentality, and his heart and courage can be seen.
"Scott, it's also an honor for the Thunder to have you. I'm looking forward to our next meeting now. Chu Xuan said.
After shaking hands politely with Brooks, Chu Xuan saw Durant who stepped forward to hug Kobe, his eyes moved, and he couldn't help but take two steps forward.
Durant was slightly stunned when he saw Chu Xuan coming over, and out of courtesy, he still shook hands with Chu Xuan.
However, when he was about to leave, he found that Chu Xuan had not let go of his hand.
Looking at Durant's puzzled gaze, Chu Xuan chuckled and said, "Kevin, come to the Lakers, you also see our winning potential, I think I can make you play a great performance." ”
Durant listened, but his eyes were full of contempt, a rookie coach who had just coached a game invited him? He couldn't help but feel funny.
"When Kobe Bryant retires, and you're still the head coach of the Lakers, I think I'll think about it." Durant said lightly.
Chu Xuan's face remained unchanged, and he stared at Durant for a deep look, but he didn't speak, letting Durant leave.
Obviously, just relying on one game, Chu Xuan has no status at all in the eyes of these superstars. Especially Durant, who was slaughtered by the Lakers for 31 points, he naturally wouldn't be in a good mood to talk to Chu Xuan about this kind of thing.
However, Westbrook's mood is okay. When he heard Chu Xuan's question, he looked at Chu Xuan strangely, and said with suspicion: "Man, if I go to the Lakers, you will coach me?" Or am I going to coach you? ”
Westbrook's words were even more direct, obviously, in his heart, he didn't have a sense of recognition for Chu Xuan, who was also from UCLA. Moreover, he lost this game, and he never took the reason into account for Chu Xuan.
"Russell, you're so cute. However, I think it won't be long before you change your mind. Chu Xuan's expression was as usual, and he was not unhappy because of Westbrook's disrespectful words.
Westbrook glanced at Chu Xuan lightly, and left with an unruly expression.
Looking at the backs of the two leaving, Chu Xuan couldn't help but shake his head, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart: The revolution has not yet succeeded, and we still need to work hard!
"Hey, Chu, your coaching is really good."
A voice came from behind Chu Xuan.
Seeing the appearance of the person who spoke, Chu Xuan couldn't help but be stunned, it turned out to be Reggie Jackson.
"It's a pleasure to meet you, I've heard about your deeds. Being able to rise to the top so quickly, you are really a role model for many people. ”
Listening to Reggie Jackson's words, Chu Xuan smiled, is this guy showing favor to him?
"Hi Reggie, nice to meet you too. You did a great job today. In my opinion, you have all the qualities to be a star. Chu Xuan spoke slightly.
Reggie Jackson came off the bench today and contributed 15 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists, and he was the best Thunder player other than Durant and Westbrook.
"Chu, thank you for your affirmation." Reggie shook hands with Chu Xuan and had an intimate conversation.
After a pause, a hint of confidence appeared on Reggie Jackson's face: "Of course, I think so too, one day I will become a star." ”
Chu Xuan's eyes moved, as if he had thought of something, and suddenly said with a sense of meaning: "Reggie, I heard that you were a Lakers fan when you were a child?" Interested in playing for the Lakers? ”
Jackson smiled, his expression was as usual, and he didn't seem surprised that Chu Xuan would say something like this: "If it's possible, I don't think I mind where to play." It's just that I need the position of the main force. ”
Listening to Jackson's words, Chu Xuan was a little stunned, this Reggie Jackson's heart was really big enough.
You know, since he entered the league in '11, this is only his third season. Although injured by Westbrook in the second half of last season, Reggie Jackson played a period of highlights. But living in the shadow of Westbrook, he didn't get much recognition.
Therefore, this season, Reggie Jackson can only play as a substitute for Westbrook.
While there are plenty of teams in the league who have shown a lot of interest in him, there are absolutely none that can actually offer him a starting spot.
After all, in today's league, the competition for the No. 1 position is too great.
After a convincing long period of consistent performances from Reggie Jackson, he may have a chance to start.
And now, Jackson's overtures to the Lakers are undoubtedly releasing a long-term big fish.
Because at this stage, as long as any team offers him a starting position, then he can take the opportunity to prove himself and develop into the league's first line of guard.
However, the competition in the NBA is too great, and Reggie Jackson needs to be very lucky to get such an opportunity, otherwise, it is completely unachievable.
"Reggie, it's not easy to promise you a starting spot. But you have to know that coming to the Lakers is the best hope of getting what you want. After all, Steve is that old......"
Chu Xuan chuckled lightly and slowly spoke.
Reggie Jackson was silent when he heard this, but his expression told Chu Xuan that he was obviously thinking about this problem.
Chu Xuan looked at Jackson's reaction and knew that when he made overtures to other teams before, he definitely didn't get the other party's promise. Otherwise, he wouldn't have considered what Chu Xuan said.
Ignoring Reggie Jackson who was in a daze, Chu Xuan shook hands with the other Thunder players again, and then rushed back to the locker room behind the Lakers.
With a big win, the Lakers players are already celebrating excitedly.
Chu Xuan was dragged into the crowd by Green for a while before he sat aside and rummaged through his package.
Taking out his mobile phone, Chu Xuan quickly typed in Reggie Jackson's name, and information about him appeared one by one.
When he saw the news that the Thunder had exercised Jackson's fourth-year player option before the start of the season, Chu Xuan's eyes were distracted and he fell into deep thought.