The rise of the NBA superstar

Chapter 189, The Three Pillars of Thunder.

Soon, Li Senlin flew to Houston.

This is the first time Li Senlin has come to this American city that even Chinese fans are very familiar with.

Since Yao Ming joined the Houston Rockets as the No. 2002 pick in [-], the Rockets have become the home team of Chinese fans.

Whether it is the Los Angeles Lakers, the Boston Celtics, or the San Antonio Spurs, the number of fans is far less than that of the Houston Rockets.

After Yao Ming joined the Rockets, all Rockets players were well known by Chinese fans.

This year's Rockets can be described as full of disasters.

After experiencing the bad luck of being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for several consecutive seasons, the Rockets are eager to break through this vicious circle this season.

From the perspective of lineup structure, their lineup this year is also the strongest in recent seasons, so the Rockets are full of confidence in breaking this first-round curse.

At the beginning of the season, the Rockets traded with the Kings for Ron Artest.

In terms of starting players, the five players are McGrady with an annual salary of 1960 million, Yao Ming with 1510 million, Artest with 740 million, Alstom with 490 million and Scola with 310 million.

The main rotation players are Battier at 630 million, Luther Hyde at 190 million, Brent Barry at 190 million, Chuck Hayes at 190 million and Aaron Brooks at 100 million.

Overall, their cap space is reasonable.

The core of the Big Three's team building seems to give them the courage to compete for the highest honor this season.

but!

T-MAC only played 35 games at the beginning of the season, and then announced the season reimbursement.

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Yao Ming played this year (33.6 minutes per game, 76 games, 19.6 points, 54.8% field goal percentage and 86.6% free throw percentage, 9.9 rebounds, 1.9 blocks, 1.8 assists, 0.4 steals, 3.1 turnovers and 3.3 fouls) data, although not the most gorgeous in his career, but considered the strongest in his career, the contribution to the team at critical moments, fourth quarters, maturity and offensive and defensive systems is the best in his career The performance also really established the No.1 status of the team.

Except for T-MAC's reimbursement, Artest's state is basically the same as the data, Battier has a small decline, and the small steel gun Lowry who has just been traded has improved steadily. Scola, Landry, and Weaver all played. Career best performance.

Hai Ye, Uncle and Old Barry can also make timely contributions.

Compared with the past few years, the Rockets have gained a good team with full energy and energy.

They have reason to complete three consecutive years of 50+ records this year, but unfortunately, without a healthy T-TAC, even if the Rockets are a strong team with high morale, they are not strong enough to win the championship.

Therefore, this year's Rockets are quite tragic.

If the T-MAC season is not reimbursed, the Rockets may go further.

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But at this time, Li Senlin has no time to worry about the future of the Rockets, and now the Thunder are also in dire straits.

Sure enough, last night the Thunder challenged the Phoenix Suns away and lost 92-105.

Today they continue to challenge the Denver Nuggets away.

The Nuggets lost their last game in Ohla Homa and became the background board for Li Senlin's crazy 70+ score. The Nuggets' 4 tough guys with tattoos were beaten by Li Senlin, making their image of tattooed tough guys even more a joke .

Since being beaten by Li Senlin, when JR, Martin, Birdman and others went to away games, there were all kinds of ridicules as soon as they appeared on the stage.

Therefore, with such a "blood feud", the chance of the Thunder going to their highland home court is very slim. After all, they are the real No. [-] in the Western Conference! !Not the penultimate one like the Thunder. .

After losing to the Phoenix Suns last night, the Thunder's record is 11 wins and 39 losses. In the last 15 games, they only won 1 game, ranking second from the bottom in the Western Conference.
This season, the addition of Li Senlin did not have much impact on the team's record.

The overall strength of the Thunder is still the last in the West, but despite the poor record, everyone can feel the horror of the Thunder in the future.

The core trio composed of Durant, Westbrook, and Li Senlin has defeated strong teams such as the Cavaliers, Nuggets, and Heat. Such a strong record makes everyone curious about their future.

Durant's scoring average is stable and contributes 25+.

Li Senlin broke out, with that kind of domineering aura.

Russell Westbrook's continuous improvement, from time to time contributed to the passionate dunks of anti-human kinematics.

This makes all their opponents dare not underestimate them, and they are very careful when arranging tactics, not as casual as dealing with the Clippers, bad teams like the Kings.

Because they know that as long as the Thunder's three young men go crazy together, they can destroy any team.

Li Senlin, who flew over after waiting for the team's game against the Denver Nuggets at the hotel, received a strange call.

After Li Senlin answered the phone.

A familiar voice sounded from the other end.

"Hello, is this Forest? I'm Yao Ming, and I got your phone number from Zhang Tao."

This was the first time Li Senlin heard Yao Ming's voice after crossing, which made Li Senlin a little flattered.

"Hey, yes, I'm Li Senlin, Brother Yao, hello!"

"I heard from Zhang Tao that you've arrived in Houston, do you have time? I'll treat you to dinner!"

"Yes, where are you? I'll find you!"

"Come to Yao Restaurant, I'll wait for you here."

Yao Restaurant is located at No. 9755 Weisheimer Street, the most prosperous high-end dining street in the West District of Houston, USA. There are many famous restaurants nearby, and the business is very good.

It is very close to Houston's Chinatown, only about 15 minutes' drive away. It is invested by Yao Ming's parents, Yao Zhiyuan, Fang Fengdi and their friends. It is not a restaurant opened by Yao Ming as rumored by the outside world.

The total investment of Yao Restaurant reached more than 150 million US dollars, but the Yao family did not pay a penny, only the word "Yao" was given. The money was invested by Wang Daxiang, Fu Jilin and Yudi.

Yao Ming himself once said: "'Yao Restaurant' has nothing to do with me. That Yao is my father's Yao, not my Yao."

Most of the customers of Yao Restaurant come here because of its reputation. Even before it opened, major mainstream media in the United States and domestic media in China began to publicize and report. High-level domestic delegations to the United States usually come to Yao Restaurant to sit. , have a meal.

Yao Ming also often had dinner here with his teammates. Not only Rockets players often come here, but also players from other NBA teams and celebrities often visit here. Yao Restaurant has become a well-known "dining spot" in Houston.

As soon as Li Senlin entered Yao Restaurant, he was led to a box by the waiter.

Open the door.

The box is very bright, with a big window, the light is very good.

When Yao Ming saw Li Senlin coming in, he immediately stood up and walked over.

This is the first time for Li Senlin to meet Yao Ming.

Li Senlin, who is 194 in height, saw Yao Ming, who was 229 in height, approaching. Li Senlin could only look up, feeling an inexplicable pressure!

"Hello, Forest!"

Yao Ming stretched out his hand very enthusiastically.

"Well, brother Yao, hello!"

Although Li Senlin was not familiar with Yao Ming before.

But out of respect for Yao Ming, Li Senlin still took the suffix "brother". Yao Ming's contribution and achievements to Chinese basketball are enough for Li Senlin to admire.

Yao Ming very enthusiastically pulled the "shy" Li Senlin to sit down.

Soon, the waiter left.

There were two people left in the box.

Both of them are Chinese, and they each showed some polite words, but later found that both of them felt awkward, so they stopped being polite.

Yao Ming is not an introvert, and he speaks with a cold humor. He is the only Chinese player who can play in the NBA, which also shows that he has a high emotional intelligence.

Li Senlin has been in the United States for three years, and he is used to talking and communicating directly with the old beauties. Out of politeness, he also pretended to be polite for a while, but then he couldn't hold it anymore, and gradually let go of the chat.

The two gradually became acquainted. Yao Ming, as the representative of the Chinese people, as long as they were Chinese players who came to play in the NBA, whether it was Yi Jianlian or Sun Yue, he would treat them to a meal, chat and connect with each other.

This is a kind of care for his younger brother in China as the big brother. .

"Lin, you are so awesome. You were much stronger than me in your rookie season. 70 points in a single game, I can't even get this score in the NBA."

70 points has become Li Senlin's label.

Just like talking about the number 81, all basketball fans will think of chatter.

Li Senlin said with a bit of self-deprecation: "Hey, I can't compare with Brother Yao. It's just one game. Looking at the record, the Rockets are fifth in the Western Conference and the Thunder are second to last. When you are playing in the playoffs, I will go home and go fishing." !"

"Haha, don't worry. Everyone can see the future of Thunderclap. They are talented. I can conclude that as long as the three of you don't get injured, you will be able to make it to the playoffs in the next year at the latest."

Yao Ming's vision is also very good. The potential of the Thunder's three young players is by no means an ordinary star player. If the three of them can play at the same time, the championship will definitely have a chance.

"I can't wait for the next year!"

Li Senlin turned his head, looked at the window and said!

Yao Ming looked at Li Senlin who was quite ambitious, but he didn't open his mouth to attack him. He also regarded Li Senlin as a rookie who didn't know the heights of the sky and the depths of the earth.

The Rockets are considered a strong team, but how long has it been since they made it to the second round?This shows the cruelty of the West.

Even if the Thunder are full of talent, they have yet to realize their potential. No matter how bold Yao Ming is, it is impossible for him to predict that the Thunder will be able to compete for the championship next year.

The fact is also true. Before Li Senlin crossed, the Thunder only made it to the playoffs in the 09-10 season, and they were far from winning the championship.

But after Li Senlin crossed over, under his stimulation, Westbrook and Durant's progress was very obvious. Coupled with his own explosive attributes at any time, Li Senlin is confident that he will try to challenge the Los Angeles Lakers' Western supremacy next year. .

As long as the Lakers pass, it may be easier to face the Eastern Conference champions.

"Well, then I look forward to playing against you in the playoffs."

Yao Ming looked at the confident Li Senlin and encouraged him.

"Forest, if we knew about your existence last year, how wonderful it would be. It was a pity that we played against Spain in the Olympics."

In the second game of the Olympic Games against the world champion Spain, the Chinese team played a wonderful game.

They also led Spain by up to 14 points in the fourth quarter.

Point guard Liu Wei showed his prowess, facing Spain's main defender Calderon and star of hope Rubio, played 34 minutes, made 12 of 7 shots and scored 19 points, including 7 of 4 three-pointers to justify himself.

卡尔德隆23分钟6投1中得到2分，卢比奥21分钟4投0中得到1分，可惜这场足以写入男篮历史的比赛，最后功亏一篑。

The main reason for the loss was that the Chinese team's backup defender Chen Jianghua dribbled the ball too much and made too many mistakes. He was cut off by the opponent several times because he didn't see people clearly.

Another one is that the head coach Jonas did not allocate the playing time of the players reasonably in the fourth quarter. Wang Zhizhi played very well in the fourth quarter. He felt good and was better than Yao Ming in terms of physical strength. Yao Ming had no physical strength. The bottom defender was already unable to do what he wanted, and the hand feeling was too poor to focus on him. As a result, China was dragged into overtime, and after that, it was in chaos, with no power to parry.

Facts have proved that Chen Jianghua, the defender who passed the ball to Yao Ming, is still too young. He can only rely on speed to break through, and he can't pass the ball at all. He can score wonderful goals, but he can't offer simple assists.

If Li Senlin was in the 08 Olympics, the Chinese team might not only be in the top 8.

Yao Ming fell into memory.

He looked at Yao Ming who was lost in thought.

Li Senlin said: "Brother Yao, there are not so many ifs. The future Chinese team can still break the fate of the top 8. Look at me, hehe."

Li Senlin didn't take Yi Jianlian and Sun Yue seriously.

After Yao Ming retires, the national team is bound to revolve around him as a super defender.

Yi Jianlian and Sun Yue have already proved in the future that they cannot lead the men's basketball team to achieve higher achievements than Yao Ming in the national team field, so Li Senlin no longer needs to set limits on himself and become the leader of the national team. He has this confidence!
"Ah."

Yao Ming didn't talk too much about the national team. Li Senlin's current achievements are enough to make him the core of the national team's perimeter.

After Li Senlin had dinner with Yao Ming.

On the night of returning to the hotel, I went to Denver to challenge the Thunder of the Nuggets, and suffered a disastrous defeat as expected.

The plateau home made the Thunder team at a loss. Iverson and Anthony scored 85 points together, giving the Thunder a big defeat with a huge score of 95 to 123.

The Nuggets have avenged their blood in Oklahoma City. Their only regret is that Li Senlin is not in the team. Li Senlin was suspended for beating their players, so they were very upset.

That night, the entire Thunder team, who had finished the game against Jujin, rushed to Houston overnight.

Li Senlin has been waiting at the hotel for a long time.

Because it was late at night, Li Senlin just hurriedly greeted Westbrook, Durant, Brooks and others with unfriendly faces.

Team training the next day.

Although Westbrook was in a bad mood, after seeing Li Senlin, he came over to say hello.

"Li, I heard that you have returned to China, did you have a good time?"

After all, across the Pacific Ocean, Westbrook did not pay attention to Li Senlin's scandal and big news.

"NO, Russell, I was very upset because the team lost! Is this how you reward me?"

Li Senlin can't wait to eat Westbrook.

Paralyzed, I took off my trousers, it's all you guys who have delayed my sexual interest.

Facing Li Senlin's questioning, Westbrook bowed his head in embarrassment.

Li Senlin was suspended for fighting and fighting, which can be regarded as helping all the people who stormed the locker room to resist all the responsibilities, but during his suspension, the team lost consecutively, which made Westbrook a little unable to explain to Li Senlin.

"Li, you can't blame Russell, I'm also responsible! It's my problem."

Durant also came over and said to Li Senlin.

Li Senlin glanced at Durant, but said nothing.

Durant's initiative to take responsibility made Li Senlin give him a high look.

It seems that losing is not entirely a bad thing.

At least the relationship between Westbrook, Durant, and Li Senlin has eased. When the team has a problem, the three of them know that they need to hug each other to keep warm, and there can be no more endless internal friction.

"Forget it, if we win the next game, we should end the losing streak! We can't let the fans down again."

Li Senlin said to the two of them!Li Senlin is the only player in the Thunder who, apart from Brooks, dared to fight both young and old.

"OK."

Shuang Shao was a little bit unconfident after being hit by the losing streak, and Li Senlin's return gave them hope again.

After all, Li Senlin scored 70 points before the suspension, which is a height that neither of them can match.

The Thunder's current locker room situation is a bit weird.

It is very similar to Wei, Shu and Wu in the Three Kingdoms period.

The three bosses Li Senlin, Westbrook, and Durant seem to be dissatisfied with each other, causing the veterans of the Thunder to also be divided into three factions.

The first faction, Durant has always been the boss of the team on the bright side.But he has a weak personality, is not good at talking, and looks down on trash players a bit, so he doesn't have many supporters, mainly Nick Collison, Wilkins, Atkinson and a few veterans.

The second faction, Li Senlin is one of the new bosses, the player with the highest salary in the team next season, and the salary also means that the team attaches great importance to him. Li Senlin has the most fans, of course, because there are many Chinese people, the team relies on Li Forest scored half of the 11 victories, and then scored 70 points. After beating four players, no one in the team regards him as the team's youngest. The younger brothers who support him mainly include Johan- Pedro, rookie Ross, international player Kostic, garbage player Levre and other rotation and fringe players, Jeff Green is also very close to Li Senlin because of Li Senlin's strong combat effectiveness.

The third faction, Westbrook seems to be born with a bossy outfit, a strong personality, and control of the ball. He is the team's big nanny. The statistics of the role players are all based on his help, so although the statistics are not as good as Li Senlin and Durant. However, he was supported by more veterans. Except for Li Senlin and Durant, the rest followed him.

The three factions let go of their prejudices in the face of a losing streak and worked together to find a way to win. This is also the difference between the Thunder and other bad teams. The three of them tightly tied the whole team together, and the atmosphere in the locker room is no longer easy to collapse.

In this wave of losing streak, the first three games were mainly lost due to the state of both minors. In the next few games, the state of both minors has improved. They lost because of the overall strength gap of the team.

Therefore, they have enough rest time in this game, and with the comeback of Li Senlin, a powerful player, everyone hopes to win a victory in Houston.

Westbrook, Durant, and Li Senlin were not integrated together for various reasons before. When they recover and have sufficient physical fitness, it is really not difficult to resist the Rockets.

"CCTV, CCTV, here is the NBA regular season live broadcast for you. This game is the Chinese derby we have been looking forward to for a long time. The Ohlahoma City Thunder team led by Chinese player Li Senlin challenged Yao Ming's Houston away. Rockets. After Li Senlin scored 70 points in the last game, he was suspended for 6 games. This is his first game back, to see if he can lead the Thunder to end the losing streak."

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