On March 2, Beijing time, Lakers coach Vogel also talked about the operation of the team for the first time after the team completed two signings, unveiled the inside story of Jordan Jr.'s departure, and also put forward expectations for the two new signings, but it seemed very low-key, and the expectations were not high.
The Lakers have cut Jordan Jr. and officially signed veteran Augustine. Augustine, 34, has played in 34 regular season games for the Rockets this season, averaging 5.4 points, 1.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.
For this signing, Vogel said, "We bless Andre (Jordan Jr.). He also said Jordan Jr. thinks he could play a bigger role elsewhere. This sentence is equivalent to revealing the inside story of Jordan Jr.'s departure.
Speaking about Augustine's arrival, Vogel said, "He met our needs, however, we don't expect the arrival of one person to change the energy of the team. ”
As for Gabriel, who signed on a two-way contract, Vogel said he won't play too many games in the development league and will spend more time with the Lakers. He added that Gabriel had a chance to get rotation playing time and integrate into the team. Vogel believes that young and energetic players can succeed with James.
The Lakers are currently 27-33, ranking ninth in the West, and the playoff situation is already quite grim. Hopefully, these two signings will bring some changes to the team, and the Lakers are no longer good, and I am afraid that they will have to say goodbye to the playoffs in advance.