Today, the Lakers and Nuggets' G5 started in Denver, and in the end, the Lakers lost 106-108, and the big score was 1-4. After the game, reporters interviewed the coaches and players of both sides.
Nuggets coach Malone said of Murray's kill: "This kid is a warrior. The more important the moment, the brighter the child will be. ”
Nuggets coach Malone
Comments: The phrase "child" shows how much Malone loves Murray. There were two killouts in a series, showcasing Murray's superb ball skills and extraordinary ability. With Murray like this, what manager doesn't love it?
Lakers coach Darvin Ham said of his team's exit: "Despite all this, I'm incredibly proud of our team. Our players showed a lot of courage and character. ”
Lakers coach Darvin Darvin Ham
Comments: Although the Lakers lost, they played with momentum, and the core players James and thick eyebrows did their best for the team, but due to the difference in strength between the two sides, it is reasonable for the Lakers to be out.
Murray, the hero of the Nuggets' victory, said with a smile when talking about the difference between G5 and G2 stunners: "G2 I went on the right side, and G5 went on the left side. ”
Nuggets player Murray
Comments: The two shootouts of the Lakers showed Murray's big heart, and he is one of the brightest stars in the series.
Speaking about his future plans, James said: "I'm focused on my family. After that, I focused more on the men's basketball camp for Team USA. ”
James
Comments: Curry, Durant and other U.S. men's basketball Olympic players are already waiting for James to reunite and show his majesty together at the Olympics. When the Lakers were down 3-0 before, James said it was just basketball. Now that James' series is over and he can enjoy his life, he has to worry about his son Bronny's draft. James played 44 minutes today, scoring 30 points, 9 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals on 11-of-21 shooting.
Talking about his injury in the game, Bushy said: "The blow made me lose sensation from my neck to my hands, and I tried to come back to help the team, but it was limited. ”
Thick eyebrows
Comments: Thick eyebrows were injured in the game today, and he was substituted for a locker room inspection at the end of the third quarter, and then returned to the court, but he only scored 1 point after the injury. Thick eyebrows played 40 minutes today, scoring 17 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 blocks on 8-of-11 shooting.
When asked if he would aggressively recruit James back to the Lakers, Bushy said: "Definitely, I think we complement each other a lot. Done something special together. The good news is that I'll be with him all summer. ”
Comments: James and Bushy Eyebrows have fought together for 5 seasons, winning the championship in 2019-2020 and the mid-season championship in 2023-24. James has a $51.42 million player option in his hands this summer, and he is unknown. According to Shams, the Lakers are willing to give James a three-year, 164 million contract extension. If it comes true, James and Bushy Eyebrows can continue to fight side by side. James and Bushy Eyebrows are on the list for this year's U.S. men's basketball team at the Paris Olympics and will compete in the Olympics together.
Russell said in an interview: "I had a really good season. To be modest, I've been through ups and downs. My friends and family sent me messages and told me how proud they were of me. ”
Comment: In this year's series, Russell is a good and bad game. In this game, Russell played 39 minutes, shooting 6 of 15 (2 of 10 three-pointers) and got 14 points, 1 rebound, 6 assists and 2 turnovers. With an average of 11.6 points per game and 39.8 percent shooting from the field in five games, is this a great season for Russell?
Lakers player Dinwiddie said when talking about his future plans that he wants to stay if the Lakers are willing to renew his contract.
Comment: Dinwiddie joined the Lakers this season. When he first arrived with the Lakers, James was extremely excited, saying that Dinwiddie would help the Lakers win the championship. Now that the Lakers are out, is Dinwiddie still the player the Lakers want? This season, Dinwiddie averaged 10.5 points, 2.7 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game, shooting 39.4 percent from the field.