Larry Drew's message was short and concise.
"Come to the training room in a moment, coach Delmar Harris has something to look for for you."
Robert Horry said goodbye to Michael Udin and returned to the hotel for a while arranged by the team to rest. Robert Horry, who had just arrived, had yet to find a suitable home.
Michael Udin drove back to the training hall and went to Coach Delmar Harris' office.
Knocking on the door, Michael Udin came in and sat on the sofa across from his desk.
"What can I do, Mr. Coach?"
As soon as he left the restaurant, he received a message from Larry Drew, and Michael Udin thought it was a coincidence.
"Did you meet Robert for lunch?"
Coach Delmar Harris said in a low voice, he looked like a kind uncle.
"Yeah, the newcomer just arrived in Los Angeles, and he's not familiar with the place he lives in. I'll try my best to host him and treat him to a casual meal!"
It seems that the team management is very concerned about Michael Udin's move, especially because the coaching staff is very worried about Michael Udin's change in mentality after the arrival of Robert Horry.
No one knows what impact the arrival of players in the same position and the same championship level will have on rookie Michael Udin.
No one thought about Michael Udin's initiative to invite Robert Horry for a meal.
Delmar Harris would like to speak to Michael Udin again in some time, but now it seems the matter is imminent.
"How was your lunch?"
Not understanding what Michael Udin meant, Delmar Harris could only ask doubtfully.
"The dishes are not bad, and the chef's level is very stable."
Michael Udin's question was not what he answered.
"Odin you are a smart person, you don't need to hide anything from me.
As coach of an NBA team, I will be in charge of young people with potential like you. "
Delmar Harris just wanted to know if something unpleasant happened to Michael Udin and Robert Horry.
"Actually, it's just a regular lunch. Even though Robert Horry and I don't interact much, the two of us are definitely friends.
In the first game of the regular season, I had a good chat with these guys, and when we met them again, we became friends.
I know what you're worried about. Robert and I don't talk about team tactics. We're just talking about food. "
The reason for this answer is because Michael Udin wants to test the attitude of the management, wants to know what position is on the mind of the coaching staff.
"Oh, the environment in the NBA is really cruel, especially since so few insiders can play this season. There are only four big front insides on our team, so your team's position is still very stable.
In addition, Eddie is still a little lacking in third place. Your performances in third in the last few games have been excellent, even exceeding the expectations of the entire coaching staff.
I can assure you that you will get more playing time in third place.
There are only a few super-fast little forwards in the league. You don't have to worry too much about your defense issues. With Shaq in the lineup, opposing coaches like to use a tall, strong third to help defend the inside. .At this time, it is very suitable for you to appear as our little striker.
Your hard work and progress is visible to the coaching staff and management team. Everyone knows that your flexibility is getting better, and your dribbling skills are also quite high. You are an amazing person, you have to believe in yourself.
Hmm... My sentence is maybe a bit exaggerated, you should be more confident than most people I take.
You also know that your swinging ability is not limited to the third and fourth positions. When you reach the general position of the blue collar five, you can do very good middle work.
Having said so much, I mean that the arrival of Robert Horry will never affect your personal development, and the whole team will do their best to provide you with the most suitable growth environment for you.
Everything you showed in the previous games made us happy, and you will always be in the team's long-term plans.
These words can represent the attitude of the entire Los Angeles Lakers."
Delmar Harris' words touched Michael Udin, actually this is what Michael Udin wanted.
"To be honest, I haven't considered this issue in depth, but I still appreciate your and the team's recognition of me.
I feel that with my strength, I deserve your treatment.
I will also show a better performance to repay everyone's trust in me! "
Michael Udin's answer was not overbearing, and Delmar Harris was also very satisfied with the effect of this conversation.
The time came to the evening, no matter the performance was good or bad, the Los Angeles Lakers ball market was always so hot, half an hour before the start of the game, the Staples Center was full.
This game is full of spectacle. The brawl between Shark O'Neal and Alonzo Mourning is sure to spoil every audience.
Sure enough, early in the game, Shaquille O'Neal, one of the four main centers, and, Alonzo Mourning, blow up each other!
Defensive Alonzo Mourning simply can't limit Shaquille O'Neal's attacks, and Shaquille O'Neal is also very uncomfortable with the opponent's footsteps.
When Michael Udin was on the field, both teams played unavoidably, and the Los Angeles Lakers trailed by three points 12-15!
Nick Van Exel was heavily pressured by Tim Hardaway at both ends of the offense and the Los Angeles Lakers defense couldn't find a second through, and the whole game was going to be pretty passive.
In this match, coach Delmar Harris was very prepared. He felt that the third position of the opponent should be the focus of the Los Angeles Lakers, because the small forward position is the weakest link for the Miami Heat. Their two small forwards combined averaged less than 10 points per game.
However, Eddie Jones' performance did not live up to the expectations of the coaching staff, and Michael Udin did not replace. Delmar Harris asked him to replace Eddie Jones for third place!
Delmar Harris made some adjustments to the previous Lakers tactics, and then he gave a few words to Michael Udin only.
"Come on, come on kid!"
Robert Horley, who was wearing a suit at night, gave Michael Udin a special pat on the shoulder.
"Of course!"
Michael Udin turned to walk to the field.
When the game returns, the Los Angeles Lakers serve.
After the timeout, Shaquille O'Neal stopped asking for singles!
Even Elden Campbell also mentioned a high position!
And Michael Udin who just came into the field went straight to the low right post to ask for the ball, Nick Van Exel handed the ball to Elden Campbell for transition, and Elden Campbell gave the ball to Michael Udin who was stuck in the middle of the field!
Defending Michael Udin was Keith Askins, who is two meters tall. Faced with a skinny third place one size smaller than himself, Michael Udin didn't take the steps he deserved.
A big turn with shoulder resistance, Keith Askins fell under the basket!
Michael Udin today also experienced the feeling of a huge shark dominating the basket once. After pushing the man out of the barbarian, he had to do a two-handed slam dunk!
But how could Alonzo Mourning, the historical-level shot-blocking expert, let Michael Udin get out of his mind?
When Alonzo Mourning rushed at him, Michael Udin was indeed a little shy, he felt that the person running towards him was like a smooth concrete pillar!
Alonzo Mourning who jumped back had more running distance, his height suppressed Michael Udin who jumped on the spot!
However, Michael Udin's passing awareness stands out, when he is desperate, he still barely passes the ball to Shaquille O'Neal who takes the lead!
It's just that the ball was passed really badly, and Shark O'Neal bent over and barely had control of the ball that almost slipped!
To get the ball in this position, Shark O'Neal will kill!
But even Shaq himself did not expect that Alonzo Mourning, who had just landed, turned around in an instant and stood in the air again!
The original dunk can only be turned into a high hand layup!