On January 22, Wei Shao, who was sitting at a press conference, re-emerged with a smile. Two days earlier, he had been replaced by Vogel at a critical moment in the game against the Pacers, and he muttered depressed that he wanted to leave immediately, but was dissuaded by Jordan Jr. He eventually returned to the dressing room near the end of the game. This time, the Lakers beat the Magic 116-105, and Westbrook contributed 18 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 3 steals, and he recovered his good mood.
Westbrook's rebounds, assists and steals were all team-highs, with plus-minus +11 being the second-highest on the team, behind Ariza's +20. James described Westbrook as the snakehead of the Lakers' offensive organization in this game, which is the main threat.
At the press conference, Wei Shao was inevitably asked about the topic of the last time it was abandoned at a critical moment. "I think you know my reaction. You see, after that, like I said, I've been here, continuing the work I've been doing since my first day – doing what I was asked to do after I came here. Wei Shao said.
He did not deny the depressed feeling of being abandoned at key moments, but he also stressed that he would still do his job according to the requirements of the coach. The reporter asked him about the communication with Vogel again, and Wei Shao's answer was: "Very good." ”
Wei Shao did not disclose the details, but since the communication was good, it meant that the relationship between him and Vogel was temporarily eased.
Vogel was also asked about his communication with Wei Shao. Coach Wo said that Wei Shao knew that the coach's move in the last game was to win the game. "The point of our conversation after the game was to prepare for today's game." Vogel said.
Apparently, Coach Wo explained the situation to Wei Shao and hoped that he would calm down and play the game well. Winning is the antidote to contradictions and barriers. Wei Shao's face burst into a smile again. Wo Shuai also praised Wei Shao's performance this time was excellent. James praised Westbrook as the snakehead of the offensive order.
Anthony also supported Wei Shao: "Whatever happened, Russell has already dealt with it." "The 3 big guys stand up for Wei Shao together. The contradiction between Wei Shao and the coaching staff has temporarily eased, and the most important thing for the team is to continue to win and improve the ranking. The Lakers are currently 23-23 in seventh place in the West.