Basketball UFO

Chapter 55

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[Extraordinary victory, the Nets defeated the Hawks, and a team in the bottom half finally emerged] ESPN Sports gave the Nets a big title.He boasted at length about Carter's ability and that it was Carter who led the team to victory.

In this year's playoffs, all teams in the bottom half were eliminated by the top half, except for the Nets.They make a difference in the playoffs.

[Vince Carter's victory, he turned out to be a rookie] TNT used a shocking title to exaggerate Carter's personal role. Of course, without Carter, the Hawks would not lose to the Nets.

The return of the king in the fourth game, and the crazy impact in the fifth game, the Eagles couldn't bear it.They don't have the core of attacking with the ball at the critical moment, which is not good for the battle at the burning moment.

Counting down the championship teams, there must be key players who hold the ball and attack. Needless to say, Jordan in the parallel world. In the future, the Lakers and Spurs will be invincible inside and have strong players outside. They will never be soft at critical moments.

On the other hand, Kidd led the Nets to the Finals twice. He and Kidders on the outside, and the second time with Jefferson, were not the core of attacking with the ball. Kidd's nickname of "Kidd doesn't attack" became popular. .

Carter, along with Jennifer Connelly, gave her a few more injections because she really wanted to get pregnant.

"Why are you always thinking about having a baby? Forget it, it's up to you to decide. Let's take a look at the collection in your mother's store." Carter didn't think too much. The relationship between the two was just that of friends with in-depth communication, and there was no need to care too much about their private lives.

Anyway, when the baby is born, the two of them will draw up an agreement and fix a fixed amount of money.Jennifer Connelly is a Hollywood actress, and her family has money, so she doesn’t have to worry about being able to support her.

Jennifer - Connelly's mother is an antique dealer, opened the store, Carter is in the store, playing with porcelain from the Qing Dynasty.

"Vince, this collection comes from the far East. I heard it was used by their emperor." Eileen Connelly introduced the porcelain bottle.

"It should be a spittoon. The one used by the emperor looks different." Carter smiled. Even if he didn't understand antiques, he also knew the utensils and habits of the Chinese nation. Many of them have not changed.

"What is this?" Carter pointed to a worn-out photo album, becoming interested.

"Oh, this is a photo album obtained by an American soldier who killed a Japanese soldier during World War II. It is full of photos taken at that time. It has a special collection value. If you like it, it will be worth 3 US dollars."

Carter opened the photo album, feeling very uncomfortable.If this photo album is handed over to the Chinese embassy, ​​he will get the national gift porcelain, which is the historical fact that Japan ravaged and killed the people at that time.

"This is a sad historical memory. I think this photo album and these pieces of porcelain can be collected." Carter suggested to Eileen, "pack them all for me and send them to New Jersey."

The total cost is more than [-] US dollars, which is cheap. Several pieces of porcelain are genuine products from the Qing Dynasty.As for the photo album, Carter was going to find an opportunity to contact Huaxia, and really wanted to exchange it for a national gift, which represented official certification.

Carter bought a mansion in New Jersey, where he lives and has some small collections. Now he has expanded his collection.

Of course, Carter has purchased luxury homes in Los Angeles, Miami and other places, and the cost is not high. One million US dollars. With Carter's current financial resources, there is no problem in buying a few more large villas.

His investment in the stock market is close to tens of millions of dollars.In addition to Enron's stock, Carter mainly invests in Internet companies. Microsoft, Yahoo, and even China.com from China National Treasure Island are all Carter's investment targets.In the past few days, he has invested a lot of money into a new stock.

It was only listed on NASDAQ on May 5 this year. It is called Amazon, a website that sells things.Carter invested a full $15 million, believing in his profitability in the stock market.

Other securities market investments are basically in the banking industry, and more Carters don't understand.The trend of Apple's stock was not good, so Carter didn't buy much, and put it on the long-term for more than 10 years, and slowly bought some.

"The investment income in the stock market is more profitable than when I was a player." Carter joked to Connery. He has a vision for the future, and he can see the general direction more accurately. At least a few better stocks will follow the future trend and will not lose money. , "I was a player with a million dollars a year, and I was in the stock market for two years, and I made a few years of money."

"I also invest a little bit in you. Your teammates all believe in you, and I have no reason not to believe you." Connelly sat on Carter's lap, "Another shot? It feels like it's almost there."

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Saying goodbye to Connery, Carter went straight to Chicago to join the team.

Other players also arrived at about the same time. Calipari was mentally prepared. Losing was certain. Being able to play tactical characteristics would be a successful game.

There is quite a feeling of dying.

The training is very hard, regardless of the strengths and weaknesses of the Bulls, the Nets only need to play their own strengths.

"Masenberg, are you going to kill me?" Rasheed roared angrily, but Massenberg actually stretched out his feet... and said that Williams taught him.

"Hey, can it be used in the game? Even if we hurt the opponent, we can't win. Besides, if we hurt people here, we will be killed by Chicago fans." Williams pretended not to see it anymore, and hurriedly pulled open.Facing Rashid with a smile, "He has no experience, and his feet are very rough."

"Don't play with fire. Let me tell you, being tough is not dirty. Playing is a profession, and you can't destroy people's jobs." Rashid opened his mouth and shouted, "If you want to take advantage of the situation, I will tell Vince ”

"No, no, don't worry, Lao La, we are the safest." Williams winked, and they must not reveal their unique skills until they are done.

Next season, he wants to produce better data, and a big contract is beckoning.Williams cherishes the current team atmosphere. If he asks Carter to reveal his desire for data, he will definitely get support.But no matter what, you have to show your energy first, right?

Williams secretly formed the "Black Hand" minor league with Massenberg and Robert Parker, often polishing small moves.I found that with small moves, the pressure on the defensive end has been reduced a lot, which is much better than when I don't know how to make secret moves.

"You all pay attention, don't use your big moves easily." Williams reminded Masenberg and Robert Parker, "Rashid is right, even if you hurt an opponent, you can't beat the bull. Let's be careful and live go back."

The Bulls are also a brutal team. There are thugs like Rodman in the team, which is difficult to deal with.If you want to make an outside move, it is estimated that the Nets will die even worse, it is better to learn from the opponent's skills.

"Learn their secret tricks first, and then deal with them next season." Robert Pike said softly, "They play in a very dark way, and they often hurt people secretly. I get screwed every time."

"Fuck them, don't be afraid of small moves." Williams has played many games with Barrel, and he also showed confidence. "The Bulls are similar to us inside. Rodman and Luke Longley have aged."

"Fuck him openly, the Suns, I don't believe that Bulls players are born to be awesome."

Calipari observed for a long time that the players were in good condition and had a relaxed attitude.

Gather all the players and start the training session.

He first reviewed this season, from being underestimated at the beginning of the season, to playing a chemical reaction, and then successfully entered the playoffs, fulfilling the promise to the fans at the beginning of the season.

The most important thing is that the playoffs have just started, and the Nets are not optimistic. They still reached the second round and became the only team in the lower half to advance.

Now, all media believe that the Nets will be swept by the Bulls.

The Bulls have to deal with the Hawks in the paint, but they don't have to deal with the Nets.Could it be that Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen can't guard Vince Carter alone?
A sweep is the most likely outcome.

"Guys, play the next series as the finals." Calipari encouraged the players with firm eyes, "In the past few years, the team will get better and better, but not now, at least not this season, We still have obvious flaws. We have to be sensible, the Nets are not the opponent of the Bulls, of course, this is the best idea we can play."

"So, everyone, don't be burdened by your thoughts. It's enough to fight as the finals. Everyone's role is played out, and our tactics are played out. This is enough. I will be proud of your hard work. Maybe next season , Maybe after you leave the Nets, you will think back to this year's playoffs and still laugh and say, we played fiercely against the defending champion Bulls and played all our energy."

Carter nodded, fortunately, Calipari is not crazy, and he is not thinking about defeating the Bulls, then killing the league and winning the championship.The gap in strength is irreparable.Regardless of whether it is the Bulls, Heat, or Knicks, when they are desperate in the playoffs, the Nets cannot win the series.

These three teams are all above the Nets in terms of experience and strength.The playoffs require experience, but the Nets lack it the most.From the head coach to the players, everything is lacking.

Taking a step back, the league will not let the Bulls lose the championship, and Michael Jordan will not let the championship fall aside. In any case, the Bulls will definitely defend their title this year.

Not to mention anything else, there is still a gap between Carter's level and Jordan's.Maybe he can score and assist better than Jordan in his rookie season, but compared to the complete Jordan, he is really no match.

Not to mention other players, Kendall Gill cannot be expected to become Pippen, and the wingspan is completely different.

Kendall Gill, Cassel, Rasheed and Williams all looked at Vince Carter, eager to know what Carter was thinking.If Carter wants to give it a try, they are willing to accompany him and sweat a little more.

Massenberg, Robert Pike and McDaniel on the bench were also excited. It was difficult for others to get a chance to play. The three of them were a little better and were in regular rotation.

"The coach is right, the series with the Bulls belongs to the Nets this year's finals." Carter's voice was not loud, and he slowly refined his words, "Our Nets are not a weak team, we can even be called a strong team in the Eastern Conference. After all, we made it to the playoffs and reached the second round.”

"But facing championship-level opponents and powerful defending champions, how many games can we last? Are we swept? I believe everyone is unwilling. Win one game? Everyone will say that this is what the Bulls asked us to do. .”

Carter spoke slowly, and everyone else was immersed in Carter's context. Everyone was thinking, listening to Carter's story, "Actually, it doesn't matter how many games we play with the Bulls. The most important thing is to find the problem. Where is the gap, whether it is the gap in personal ability, like I am weaker than Jordan, or the gap in technical and tactical level, after all, our coach has not yet won the championship ring."

Calipali was very happy when he joked about it. This was Carter's moment to unite people as the leader of the team.Indeed, he hopes to find the team's direction through this year's playoffs.

In the future, he is willing to compete for championship honors with the Nets.

Every player wants to win a championship. The most important evaluation factor for the historical status of NBA players is the championship, which is the core element.Then there is MVP, which means being strong for a season, and then FMVP, All-NBA First Team, etc. As for personal data, it only needs to be accumulated over time, and it is not very convincing.

Therefore, Carter does not pay attention to personal data. He is only willing to get some data on the way to the championship.

"Next season, the next season, maybe everyone here will leave the team, including me. We don't know how long we will stay in the team. Or, at some point in my future, we can win more wins together, Even if we win a championship, everyone will become players with an annual salary of tens of millions and become Hall of Fame players."

Carter glanced at his teammates, players who are under contract next season, Jason Williams and Rasheed Wallace, and McDaniels, who is a veteran who only signed a one-year contract and is about to choose to extend his contract for another year.

The future Hall of Fame, everyone here, seems to have not yet.

In any case, the speech now is going to scare them into believing.Light the light in your heart, fight for your ideals, and sprint for money.

"This year, we first competed with the defending champion, and then in this competition, we found the problem, and then made up for our personal deficiencies, so that we can make a comeback in the future." Carter said slowly, extending his hand, "For the big contract, For more money, for higher visibility, for the basketball dream in my heart!"

The teammates put their hands on Carter's, and everyone's blood boiled.

What is the purpose of fighting in the NBA?
For ideals or for basketball?Shit, for ordinary players, not at all, this is a job, since it is a job.

For higher visibility, for bigger contracts, for more money.

That's enough. No need to talk about high-level things. It's simple and crude to communicate with these big guys.

Carter knew exactly what they wanted. The eyes of Williams and Robert Parker were already full of gold, and money was ahead.

If you play the Bulls and put up good numbers, you will have enough exposure and popularity, and you will be able to exchange for a big contract.

"Let's fight!" everyone roared in unison, "for basketball!"

Shouting out is for ideals.

Calipari and assistant coach Jason looked at each other, and they both saw the excitement in each other's eyes. Even if they can't win this series, they can play heartily.

In the first game, the Bulls played against the Nets at home.

I don't know if it was too early to sweep the Magic. After waiting for the Nets for too long, the state is cold. The Bulls' performance today is very flat and lacks energy.In the last 2 minutes of the fourth quarter, they even tied with the Nets.

90:90 split.

(End of this chapter)