Jim Bass Ambition

Chapter 173

"Our players played very well. It is normal for our opponents to feel bad today. The season is so long, and everyone has a few days when their hands are cold." Phil Jackson did not do anything to his old opponent Larry Brown. Too many comments, he knew that someone would do such an offending thing.

"I have to remind Larry Brown that no matter how brilliant his resume is, it is already in the past, just like the Celtics' eight consecutive championships. Now it is the 21st century, trying to build prestige by beating and scolding , It is impossible to achieve results by rote. Of course, I would also like to thank him, without his existence, it would be difficult for us to get Dwyane." Jim made no secret of his dislike of Larry Brown, anyway In my impression, Larry Brown's popularity is not very good, and he is approaching retirement age.

The Lakers' next opponent is the Miami Heat. Pat Riley did not choose to renew his contract with Alonzo Mourning, who had undergone kidney surgery, which attracted criticism.In the Heat team known for its iron-blooded defense, Mourning's wild style of play is of course not without injuries, but as a well-known tough guy in the league, Mourning often takes anti-inflammatory drugs and painkillers to relieve pain in order to play, and goes into battle with injuries , Long-term high-dose medication caused irreversible damage to his kidneys.

After recuperating for one and a half seasons, Mourning originally planned to come back this season, but Riley felt that Mourning could not recover, so he did not renew his contract.Mourning, who no one cares about, finally signed with the New Jersey Nets with a mid-level contract to replace Mutombo, who had a disastrous performance last season.

Although this kind of behavior of crossing rivers and destroying bridges is for the team's careful calculation, it still hurts morale. Newly signed Lamar Odom and Eddie Jones, who has returned from injury, have not called for a long time. Caron Butler is obsessed Playing alone, only rookie Chris Bosh played amazingly, worthy of the fifth pick.

Such a dispirited Heat, of course, cannot compete with the high-morale Lakers. Eddie Jones played against his substitute Kobe Bryant, as if the victory or defeat had nothing to do with him. Van Gundy broke his throat and still had a poker face. At the end of the game, Jones made 14 of 5 shots and scored 12 points and 4 rebounds. Was counterattacked by Kobe, and was eventually swept out by the Lakers.

The Lakers beat the Heat 103 to 72, giving their opponents a 7-game losing streak.

Rookie Wade continued his outstanding performance, scoring a season-high 21 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. In the game, after he flew to steal the pass from Ralph Alston, he dunked Brian. Grant's picture became the top ten goals of the day.

And the "This is my territory!" he said on the day of his whim became a topic that Lakers players talked about. Dunk, and then beat his chest under the basket and roared out these words, the substitutes burst into laughter.Even Nicholson was copying Garnett's gestures.

Ending the sweet and comfortable consecutive home games, the Lakers once again set foot on the road trip, and the opponent is the Detroit Pistons again.

Larry Brown, who was ridiculed for a while, gave the team a death order, no matter what, win the Lakers.

With the support of fanatical fans at the Palace of Auburn Hills, the Pistons showed the momentum of Lambir's leadership in the 80s. Even Stackhouse stared with huge eyes and bared his teeth and claws to defend desperately.

The Lakers were caught off guard, especially Kobe, who was in a sluggish state. He only made 19 of 5 shots and scored 14 points. He also allowed Reid to score 21 points.

Even if Malone and Garnett scored 38 points and 26 rebounds together, it would be difficult to stop the united Pistons from avenging the Lakers at home and giving the Lakers their second defeat of the season.

"I want Jim Buss to understand why I am the best coach and he can only watch from the sidelines. I look forward to the Pistons meeting the Lakers in the playoffs. At that time, I will give him a good one. Open class." Larry Brown finally got a chance to fight back and vented his grievances to the media.

"Is Kobe destined to be restrained by the Pistons?" Jim, who watched the game through the live broadcast, was a little depressed. Compared with the beginning of the season, Kobe was like a different person, playing crazy singles, ignoring his teammates, and falling headlong into the opponent's defensive trap.This kind of performance makes the team's offense fragmented, and the ball will stagnate when it is passed to him, and it will not be as smooth as it was at the beginning of the season.

There was no time to chat with Larry Brown, Jim hurriedly called Brian Shaw.

"What's the matter? Boss?" Xiao waited for a long time before answering the phone, and the microphone was very noisy.

"Bryan, remember what I said when I asked you to join the team? Once there is any sign of disharmony in the team, you must report to me immediately." Jim said angrily.

"Remember, boss." Xiao seemed to have changed places, and the noisy voice was much quieter.

"Then what's going on with Kobe's recent performance? I've read the statistics. Since the game against the Raptors, Kobe's number of passes has decreased significantly, and his tactics have stopped playing. Who do you think he is losing his temper with?" Jim was obviously very dissatisfied with Shaw's incompetence.

"About this matter, I am planning to report to you. I have not had direct communication with Kobe, but according to my analysis, it is because of Dwyane's outstanding performance that Kobe felt the crisis. Combined with your practice of selling Shaq ..."

"Damn! How did I sell Shaq? Who did I sell Shaq for?" Jim was furious and interrupted Shaw.

"Uh, this is just my guess. The specific situation will not be clear until I communicate with him. We haven't played together for two or three years. It's a bit rusty. You know, he is not that easy to approach." Xiao explained.

"Okay Brian, I need to know his true thoughts. This season is very critical. I promised Carl that I will give him a championship ring. There must be no mistakes! What were you doing just now? So noisy?" Jim remembered After hearing the noise when he just picked up the phone, Xiao, an unreliable guy, must have gone to a nightclub. Detroit, a blue-collar city, what is there to do?
"Brad is playing the clips of today's game. The players have their own views on some rounds. Coach Jackson hopes that everyone can speak freely and express their thoughts. Although there are some disputes, the overall atmosphere is still positive." Shaw replied .

"I see. Next time you play against the New Yorkers, tell Phil not to lose."

Hanging up the phone, Jim decided he needed to talk to Pelinka.

(End of this chapter)