Live broadcast, October 14 -former Lakers teaching assistant Brian Shaw revealed in the documentary legend: real Lakers that Jim Buss had a great preference for Andrew Bynum, I want it to be the brand figure of the team and am willing to trade anyone in the team, including Kobe Bryant.
“I once talked with Jerry Buss (the late Lakers boss) at his home. Old Buss told me, ‘in order to make Jim Buss grow up in his role, I have to retreat behind the scenes and let him do what is best for the development of the team. The next time was mainly Jim Buss speaking. He told me about the development prospects of the team, Andrew Bynum would lead the team into the next ruling era. Jim Buss said everyone in the team, including Kobe Bryant, can be traded because Bynum will bring the team forward.” Brian Shaw said in the documentary.
Brian Shaw played for Celtics, Heat, magic, Warriors, 76ers, blazers and Lakers during his time, and helped the Lakers complete three successive championships. After his retirement, Brian Xiao served as the assistant professor of the Lakers twice and won two championships. He also worked as a Assistant Professor in Pacers and taught the Nuggets for two seasons.
(Chenchen)