NBA: I'm really the Chosen One

Chapter 100
"Kobe becomes the first player to score 50 points in the new season."

"50 points failed to win, Kobe broke another record."

"The Lakers have lost two games in a row, who else is there besides Kobe?"

Kobe pushed open the office door irritably, "What, are you here to tell me the result of the trade? Where did I get traded?"

Kupchak understands Kobe's restlessness. After all, the management promised to pursue Yao Ming with all their strength in the summer, but they did not expect the Rockets to send McGrady away to help Yao Ming. Their plan failed completely. Kobe, who lacked helpers, has made it clear that if the team still does not Action, he can be traded to a competitive team, he no longer wants to stay in the Lakers.

"We have made a lot of progress in Yao's trade, but we didn't expect it." Bass Jr. said heavily. This summer, the Lakers wasted a lot of energy in negotiating with the Rockets, so that they almost achieved nothing except minor repairs.No wonder Kobe was excited.

Kobe frowned, with a dark face and said nothing. He regretted ignoring Garnett's overtures. He had communicated with Kobe's agent when Garnett announced his departure in the summer, but Kobe knew that Garnett was never The style of being willing to be a deputy, he still prefers Yao Ming to Garnett, but it is a pity that he not only did not get Yao Ming's help, but also lost Garnett, which made him feel very frustrated.

"Don't worry, ko, we will do our best to bring you help. We have many goals. We share the same ambition to revive the Lakers, so don't be discouraged. Trust us, the time will not be far away." Small Bass sincerely said to Kobe.

Kobe sighed, "It's up to you." He got up and left the office and returned to the training ground. Kobe didn't even bother to insult and stimulate these teammates in training. Kobe knew that he was numb to failure, which was what he wanted The reason for competing for the championship is that it is difficult to regain the feeling of winning after getting used to being an underdog.

Kobe looked at Bynum, who was laughing with Odom on the field, and felt discouraged. He had done everything he could to train rookies and wait for growth, but this young guy didn't have the spirit he had at the time. Whether it was strength or character, Bynum None of them were recognized by Kobe, but Kobe actually found that he already had some indifferent emotions, which is not a good sign.

Kobe knew what kind of situation the Lakers would fall into if he even gave up chasing the victory. He worked hard to adjust his expression and returned to a stern expression when he walked on the court.

"Is this how you guys train? It's as soft as toilet paper? I f*ck why you lost. You guys play like shit and still have a smile on your face?"

"Are we going to cry for training?" Bynum said angrily.

Kobe stared at him silently, Bynum felt the change in the atmosphere, and finally apologized and said, "My fault, I won't do it next time." Then he cursed silently in his heart, "You bastard, sooner or later I will will throw you out."

Kobe took a deep breath, "Continue." This feeling called loneliness is about to kill his competitive spirit, he needs help, he wants the championship, he doesn't want to lose anymore, he is willing to give everything for the championship.
Rose Garden Stadium.

Li Zheng appeared in the arena on time, and all the Blazers players were surprised, because with the relationship between Li Zheng and the management coach, and with the privilege of Li Zheng in Portland, he can give himself a vacation and find a new team in New York. The hard-working little girlfriend is chic and happy, instead of accompanying them, a group of strong men, to continue training hard.

"What expression. Don't you welcome me?" Li Zheng's strong muscles propped up his vest, and Randolph poked the fat on his arm. It seemed that it would be quite difficult to practice like that.

"I thought you had already arrived in New York." Roy threw the ball to Li Zheng. After receiving the ball, Li Zheng dribbled back without any adjustment. The ball was extremely fast and at the same time, the ball always fell firmly in his hand. Li Zheng exploded The step-back three-point shot was made in one go, and the shot was accurately hit two steps away from the three-point line.

McMillan applauded and walked in front of the team. He looked at Li Zheng with satisfaction. He was willing to give full marks to this young leader. Under no one's mandatory requirements, Li Zheng did not choose personal enjoyment but chose to advance and retreat with the team. , Such a player deserves to be called a leader.

"Continue to train, you don't play very well without me." Li Zheng said jokingly.

"Your starter will be gone when you come back." Roy said with a smile, and began to run laps around the basketball court to warm up. The Blazers held back their smiles and followed Roy. Roy is the leader of the Blazers if Li Zheng is not there.

Li Zheng is at the end of the team. Although he lost the sweet vacation with Taylor, what he got was the recognition and respect of his teammates. This pioneer team is undergoing wonderful changes. Although it is invisible and intangible, there is a kind of unity The traits are transforming this team.

Li Zheng attended the game where the Trail Blazers played against the Rockets at home on the second night. teammate.

Li Zheng knows that this is a tough battle. Peripheral defenses like Battier, Prince, and Billups can make defenders' scalps tingle just by listening to their names. The Rockets only lack a power forward who can do dirty work. , or a defensive small forward similar to Prince, and then completely promoted Prince to the fourth position. Now Scola and Yao Ming's inside combination is obviously strong in offense and weak in defense.

Although Yao Ming has a certain ability to protect the frame, Yao Ming lacks the ability to defend pick-and-rolls. This is also the conclusion after discussions between Li Zheng and McMillan. God willing.

The fact is exactly as Li Zheng expected, the Blazers’ pick-and-roll brought a lot of trouble to the Rockets, Roy attacked Yao Ming without hesitation, it was unreasonable for a guard to challenge Yao Ming, but the Blazers were at a disadvantage, and if they wanted to win, they had to There must be a strange move. Yao Ming committed two fouls in the first quarter and left the field early after only scoring 6 points. The Blazers led 28-24 in the first quarter.

The problem with the Rockets is that they are really dependent on Yao Ming on the offensive end. After losing Yao Ming, Billups can’t live without rice. His passing cannot be said to be bad, but the Rockets are very difficult to face the defensive shots of the Blazers. Those balls, the Blazers' defense was equally impenetrable.

The situation was reversed in the second half. Adelman moved Prince to the fourth position again, replaced Scola, and played a combination of one big and four small. The change was immediate. Yao Ming no longer needed to meet Roy's challenge. Both Battier and Prince have a strong ability to chase and defend pick-and-rolls. Yao Ming only needs to squat in the paint almost all the time. Neither Randolph nor Pulzbila can consistently beat Yao Ming.

On the offensive end, Billups can always feed the ball to Yao Ming in a variety of tricky ways. Yao Ming, who catches the ball in the penalty area, fully demonstrates what it means to be unsolvable. Pulzbila made 6 fouls, Randolph made 4 fouls, Aldridge made 4 fouls, and Yao Ming educated all the insiders of the Blazers.

With 41 points, 18 rebounds and 5 blocks, the Rockets won the game 98-84 and won four consecutive victories. Li Zheng congratulated Yao Ming helplessly. Defeated across the board.

(End of this chapter)