Yu Fei's performance at the power forward position perfectly replaced Jokić.
Not only did he possess Jokić's passing and organizational abilities, but he also had the offensive firepower that Jokić temporarily couldn't provide, combined with top-notch perimeter shooting threats and comprehensive defense.
The Serbian on the bench understood that his trial period as a starter had ended.
Starting today, Yu Fei would play as the starting power forward. Unless something unforeseen happened, this would be the Clippers' regular lineup.
Jokić didn't have time to feel down about the change in his role.
After all, becoming a starter in his rookie season was already an unexpected achievement.
Being removed from the starting lineup now simply proved that his skills were not yet sufficient.
This ignited his motivation to improve himself. Although basketball was not the most important thing in his life, it was his profession.
Since it is his job, he had to do his best.
