Hamm: The first NBA Cup championship belongs to the Lakers and this cannot be erased. James’s eyes lit up when he raised the cup.

November 7th: Recently, former Lakers head coach Ham talked about the NBA Cup on the "HoopGeniusPodcast" channel.

Host: "I have mentioned several nicknames from your playing days before, but you also have a title as a coach - Mr. NBA Cup. What is the secret of you never losing in the NBA Cup? I really want to know."

He said: "It's a kind of 'gamble' - betting on what you know. I know basketball, so I mean, I know how much preparation is needed, what players are needed to build a successful team, not Just listen to the rumors or look at the lineup. Oh, I don't really gamble much. I just play a few blackjacks here and there. Other than that, I just focus on the job at hand. "

"I think this trophy is one of the best ideas in the history of the NBA because it elevates the level of competition and makes an otherwise dull part of the season exciting. This period of time is what we call the season. Not only do you get a chance to put up a banner and win a trophy, but you also get a big bonus - I think it's good for the game - you can see it in the first quarter, it's the closest thing to playoff intensity in the first third or two-thirds of the season."

"So I think it's a great thing for our league. Right time, right place, right team. I saw LeBron's eyes light up - to be the first to accomplish such a feat. From now on, people will say that this team won the trophy, and I was lucky enough to be a part of the team that won the first two NBA Cups. It's a blessing and an honor that will never be taken away."