Slam Dunk: My Study Abroad Career in Northern Hunan

"Kacha. Kacha~"

After the game between the Timberwolves and the Rockets, the Rockets press conference.

The shutters of the cameras in the hands of the reporters present were not stopping at all, recording the expressions of Olajuwon, Barkley and others who attended the press conference after the defeat.

Throughout the press conference, except for the sound of the shutter that often sounded, everyone was silent, waiting for Rockets coach Tomjanovich to speak.

However, everyone who participated in the Rockets' post-game press conference remained silent when faced with the reporter's insults. The entire press conference seemed very depressing.

Today's game was played at the Rockets' home court. There are many local media. In addition, the game between the Timberwolves and Rockets was broadcast live across the United States. There were many media from other places present today. The small press conference was so crowded at this moment. It was packed with people.

Everyone is waiting for Tomjanovich to give an answer.

It is not surprising that the Rockets will lose. After all, from the beginning of the season to now, the Rockets have lost more than one or two games. They should not lose too many games.

But today's game is different from previous games. In today's game, two of the Rockets' Big Three are present. Although their opponent, the Timberwolves, has an outstanding record, the Timberwolves are a young team. In many media and well-known football teams, the Timberwolves are According to critics, the Rockets can defeat the Timberwolves.

Even if they lose, I'm afraid it's only a difference of one or two goals.

Therefore, in the eyes of the fans, the reason why the Rockets lost cannot be attributed to physical fitness.

"I don't think any team can completely shut down a scorer of this caliber."

It was a very general question. The reporter from "USA Today" did not show any aggression and the tone of the question was quite calm.

"The other balls were in their own positions and fulfilled their responsibilities."

"But that's not Charles' problem."

So is it down to the player's ability? This is obviously not acceptable to the fans. After all, the Rockets' current stars are Olajuwon and Barkley, both MVP-level superstars. Who dares to doubt their abilities?

When these two reasons are eliminated, naturally only one reason remains.

The leader of the Rockets tapped the microphone lightly, breaking the oppressive atmosphere of returning to the court. Before he could finish speaking, a reporter hurriedly raised his hand. After receiving the signal, a reporter from "USA Today" He stood up hurriedly and asked:
"Coach Rudy Tomjanovich, the Rockets lost to the young Timberwolves today. What do you think is the biggest problem?"

"Uh-huh."

"From the beginning of the season to now, it seems that no player has ever really blocked his attack."

"In this game, although our Rockets were not able to show 80% of their strength due to the absence of Clyde (Clyde Drexler), they still showed % of their strength."

This post-game press conference was actually a "summary meeting" for the Rockets' loss, and it was also a denunciation meeting where the Houston media asked Tomjanovich on behalf of the fans.

"And he's taller than Michael and has pretty good ball skills."

After Tomjanovich finished speaking, whispers arose in the venue. The reasons given by Tang Shuai were very convincing.

The coach made a major mistake in his coaching tactics.

"In a one-on-one environment, the Timberwolves' martial arts can be said to be one of the strongest players I have ever seen."

"In today's game, our players have tried their best to play this game well."

"On the field, the players performed very well, such as Hakeem and Charles. They both performed very well."

"If not."

"Um"

A sudden "violent death" occurred in the fourth quarter. This situation actually happened to the Rockets. This is unacceptable to many fans.

"With Clyde back on the court, will the Rockets be able to guard against the opponent's trump card?"

But the reality was a slap in the face to everyone. Not only did the Rockets lose to the Timberwolves who were younger than them, but they also lost ugly.

Tomjanovich raised his eyes and glanced at the reporter who asked the question. After seeing the other person's work badge, he nodded slightly, gently grabbed the microphone, and said:

"We will lose because the team's hard strength is somewhat different from the Timberwolves."

In so many regular seasons before, the main players of the Rockets have not encountered any physical problems. Why did they have physical problems when they played against the Timberwolves? How is this possible?
Moreover, Barkley and Olajuwon are not always on the court. Even if they are counted as being present during the fourth quarter, their playing time is only more than 30 minutes. This amount of playing time is within their capabilities. .

"The young leader of the Timberwolves is very strong, but we didn't do a good enough job in limiting him."

However, due to the authority of Tomjanovich, the legendary coach who led the Rockets to win the championship, the media reporters did not speak first.

"Charles has too many things to do. He doesn't have enough energy to take care of the responsibilities of positions 3 and 4. He can't handle so many things by himself."

Faced with questions from media reporters, Tomjanovich told the truth. He doesn't think there is anything wrong with his technical and tactical arrangements. If he loses today, it's not a crime of war, but the Rockets will die!

"In this case, the result will be very different."

Yes, even after the game, the Rockets did not think of any way to restrain the young leader of the Timberwolves. The two of them only recognized part of Tang Shuai's words.

"If Clyde had not been absent, our defensive pressure on No. 2 on the outside would have been stronger, and our defense inside would have been able to consolidate."

Do you want to say that the Rockets' sudden collapse in the fourth quarter was because the players had physical problems?

"In my opinion, his ability on the offensive end is not even inferior to that of Michael when he was young."

"Coach Rudy, what methods do you think can be used to limit the Timberwolves' martial arts?"

Fans will not accept this reason. Who are the Rockets players? Those are all veterans who have played in the NBA for many years.

The reporter's words echoed in the venue. When Barkley and Olajuwon heard the words, they also looked at each other, and they both saw the look of thinking in each other's eyes.

However, some reporters quickly noticed the information points that could be mined from Tang Shuai's words and raised their hands one after another. After casually signaling another reporter to ask a question, Tomjanovich heard someone ask:

"This is something that neither Michael nor Charles have been able to do. I don't think Clyde has the ability to do it."

"The press conference has begun. Does any journalist friend have any questions?"

"But I hope everyone also understands that basketball is a game of five people. If you can't guard one person, then use two people. If you can't guard two people, then use a few more."

"If you want to defeat a team like the Timberwolves, if you want to defeat Martial Arts, you need to rely on the strength of the team!"

After the Rockets lost, Tomjanovich acted very calmly and praised the opponents he encountered in today's game. He was already comparing Wu Dao to Michael.

Regarding his words, Buckley, who was Michael's good friend, had no objection at all. His restriction on martial arts in today's competition was very small. It can be said that martial arts in front of him was like no one else. At this time, if Tang Shuai promoted martial arts, it would only be good for him, and there would be no harm.

It is not a shame to lose to a junior whose offensive power is comparable to the young Michael.

The topic of this press conference soon changed slightly. The reporters also changed the direction of their questions. They actually began to seriously discuss with Tomjanovich what methods should be used to prevent martial arts. , the original crusade against Tomjanovich was completely led astray.

At the same time, another post-game press conference was held in the arena.

Coach Philip of the Timberwolves said in a high-profile voice:

"The goals of our Timberwolves have changed."

"The playoffs are definitely not just the end for our Timberwolves."

"Our players are all young, that's true, but our Timberwolves have the strength and determination to compete for the championship, and we will not lose to any opponent."

"Yes, you heard me right."

"Our goal as the Timberwolves is the championship!"

"We want to win the championship for the city of Minnesota and the Timberwolves!"

"Not one, Not two, Not three, Not four, Not..."

"I won't get more!"

In front of the media, Coach Phillip actually mentioned "Guankou". When Coach Phillip was speaking, Wu Dao was sitting next to him. Hearing Coach Phillip's words, Wu Dao felt a strong sense of familiarity inexplicably.

At the same time, he couldn't help but raise his eyebrows and looked at Coach Phillip.

Although he is very confident and confident that he will never lose to others in basketball, he dare not say such a bad character.

In the NBA, there are too many uncrowned kings. There are also many historical giants who have not won the championship.

If others don’t say it, isn’t the Barkley we met in today’s game the best example?
Before actually winning the championship, Martial Arts doesn't want to say such completely uncontrollable nonsense.

There were many media reporters at the press conference, and the camera recorded Coach Philip's heroic words. At the same time, he also recorded Wu Dao's expression at this time.

After defeating the Rockets, the morale of the Timberwolves players was immediately boosted.

Then the next day, they defeated the Dallas Mavericks back-to-back 113:100, and they are now the Mavericks.

武道在这场打了41分钟，单场砍下了44分9板4助4抢断2封盖的出色数据。

At the same time, Tang Shuai's comments about martial arts the day before also spread rapidly across the United States through the mouths of major media.

The fans of the Timberwolves once again got the news of the home team's victory, and they also fell into carnival. At the same time, Philip's bold words in front of the media are also well-known by fans and have become a topic that fans talk about after dinner.

The Timberwolves are aiming for the championship, and this has become the consensus of all teams in the league.

The Timberwolves' management was not angry at all after learning the news. Philip exposed the team's established goal.

After all, the regular season has reached this point, and no matter how much the Timberwolves want to keep a low profile, they can't keep a low profile.

Things have developed to this point, and the Timberwolves' management has become more active, frantically contacting players from other teams, and wanting to recruit more players for the Timberwolves, and the goals of the recruitment are the major teams. A treasured center.

Today's Timberwolves are already taking shape as a dynasty team.

Although the brilliance of Garnett and Marbury is not so dazzling under the cover of martial arts, professional coaches and scouts are not fools. They can all see "future talents" in Garnett and Marbury. possibility".

These two people will be the best helpers in martial arts.

But on the Timberwolves' road to winning the championship, there is still an unstable factor, that is, the team does not have the kind of powerful center that makes the final decision.

People who live in the small ball era may not be able to understand the enthusiasm and desire of coaches and teams in this era for powerful centers.

Although the core of the Timberwolves' offense revolves around the perimeter, this does not mean that coaches and management like Philip are not eager to get a super center.

In Philip's view, if the team can get a super center, the Timberwolves' championship will be certain. Even with the Bulls in their heyday, he has the confidence to compete with the opponent.

The Timberwolves' management was like a sick husky, frantically "teasing" other teams' "not for sale" after the game that day.

Even on January 1, Shaquille O'Neal, who had just finished playing against the Heat, was asked to meet by his agent. This unexpected meeting also forced O'Neal to give up the cocktail party celebrating the victory with his teammates.

"What's going on? Do we have to meet and talk?"

"Can't we talk on the phone?"

"Hurry up, I'm going to go back to drink after I'm done with you!"

今天和热火的比赛，湖人以109:99轻取了对手。本场比赛奥尼尔上场打了33分钟，得到了24分14篮板。

The team's Nick Van Exel also scored 20 points, and Eddie Jones also scored 23 points.

Even the little substitute Kobe played 27 minutes and scored 21 points.

Today's hearty victory also made O'Neal feel that the Lakers winning the championship has become something close at hand.

"Shaquille, do you want to join forces with Michael?!"

The agent's words made O'Neal froze immediately. Looking at the agent's slightly serious expression, O'Neal suddenly laughed:

"You're kidding, are you kidding me?!"

O'Neal did not take the other party's words to heart. Today's alliance is not interested in such operations as grouping. O'Neal is still young now. Although he desires the championship, he is not willing to resort to any means to do so. He also values ​​his reputation.

Moreover, O'Neal didn't want to submit to others, and neither did Jordan!
"Of course it's not Michael Jordan, it's 'Young Michael.'"

"If you form a dual core with him, you will definitely be able to dominate the alliance!"

As he spoke, the manager lightly knocked on the table and said in a deep voice.

'Young Michael', this is the new title of martial arts, and O'Neal also knows who his agent is talking about.

After hearing this, O'Neill fell silent and actually started to think about it seriously.