Split: We don’t work as hard as the Lakers. Before the game, I was worried that we would slack off without the stars on the opposite side.

In the NBA regular season, the Trail Blazers lost to the Lakers 115-123. After the game, Trail Blazers interim head coach Split was interviewed.

Talking about what was the most frustrating thing about this game, he said: "I think some nights you really have to recognize the opponent's performance. They worked harder than us and shot more accurately, but we were not aggressive enough. This is the kind of night where we could have controlled the game with defense, but failed to do so. Our opponents shot better than us in many aspects. They shot 58% on two-pointers and 39% on three-pointers, and they were too calm on offense. We failed to control our own rhythm and must give credit to our opponents. They played well."

Reporter: "You mentioned that the opponents worked harder than you. Do you think this is related to the players' loose mentality? After all, stars such as Luka, LeBron and Reeves did not play."

Split: "I was worried about this happening before the game. It usually happens when the opponent's two stars are absent. Our substitute players will step up, they are eager to play, want to prove themselves, and hope to get more playing time. But we were too passive at the beginning of the game. Although the game improved in the second quarter, the Lakers completely gained the upper hand. As I said before, the team has its share of success and disgrace. We will look back at the game next. Game video, summarize improvements, and prepare for the game against the Thunder."

Reporter: "Do you think this is also related to your physical fitness? Will there be such a lack of physical fitness and decline in the game from time to time in the long season?"

Split: "But this is the case in the NBA. Everyone has to face a dense schedule and must go all out."