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Chapter 296
On April 4th, the NBA playoffs produced the first advancer. After the Cavaliers defeated the Pistons 27:99, they took the lead in reaching the second round from 78 teams. Waiting for the opponent in the second round, maybe Miami or Atlanta.

At the same time that the Cavaliers successfully crossed the line, the Celtics were overthrown by the Chicago Bulls again in the away game. At the critical moment of the second overtime, the shot failed, and Noah directly used a big cap to end the attempt to shoot a three-pointer.

Two overtimes, two fatal shots at the last minute, the two teams fought until the second overtime to decide the winner. The rhythm of the whole game was suffocating, but the Celtics Still failing to grasp their chance of victory, they could only accept such an ending helplessly.

Derrick Rose returned to this game after a hiatus in Game 23. Almost no one could guard this guy. He had a quasi-triple-double of 11 points, 9 rebounds and [-] assists. The performance once again reminded the judges that he was the best rookie of the season.

In another game, the Magic won the game against the 84ers with a slight advantage of 81:76. If it weren't for the life-saving rebounds of Lewis and Howard at the last moment, it might be another good reversal It's going to be staged, and maybe the Magic can win by three points in the end thanks to their performance in the third quarter.

But what makes the fans of country Z more excited is that the Rockets have already won their match point. Although the score is only three points away from their opponents, it finally allows them to see the dawn of advancing to the second round, but still to God Keep your fingers crossed that there won't be another super comeback against the Mavericks.

However, this is only the first good news for the fans of Country Z. About two hours after this exciting game, a message was written on the official website of the Basketball Association of Country Z, "Lin Yi officially joined the team." Country Z's national men's basketball team competes in the Asian Championships".

And Fan Ling's first manuscript was also hung on the front page of the sports newspaper she worked for about 5 minutes after the news was exposed. The written documents of the characters are all presented in front of everyone.

More than two weeks of bargaining finally came to a conclusion. Although Rogge felt extremely tired, and he even swore that he would never deal with these brains again, such a blind contract has already been won by Lin Yi. The biggest benefit is not only the freedom to participate in the competition.

There are also those boring friendly matches that you can choose to participate in, or even not participate in. This may be the first time that the bosses of the sports bureau have made such a concession. There is no way, who made YAO determined not to play this game? It's the Asian Championships, it's not safe to rely on a space YI after all.

Don't forget, this is a competition held in country Z. If the results are too poor, you can't explain it to anyone, not to mention that it is related to the quota of the World Championships, so they don't want any surprises, even if Rogge proposed In their view, the requirements are a bit ignorant.

But there is no other way. At present, there are not many people who can play the role of the inside center of the Chinese team except for a big Zhi. Lin Yi is too important to them, and it is also very important for Lin Yi to join the Z country men's basketball team. Gave up a lot of things, such as his American citizenship.

For example, the stronger American team even had to give up part of his sponsor's contract. These things were exaggerated by Rogge. Although Lin Yi's real loss was not too great, Rogge never From Lin Yi's mouth, he has clearly understood the thinking patterns of these officials.

It is enough to give them enough face, and let them feel that they have made a gesture, and they will appropriately relax the conditions on many things, especially Lin Yi himself is not registered in country Z, which makes these officials The old man also has a feeling of being powerless.

After all, you are now inviting the other party to return to the country to work, not like Yao, who is a native of country Z. The registration qualification is held in your own hands, and you can control his life and death at will. In comparison, Lin Yi's degree of freedom It's much bigger. If there is a falling out one day, at most Lin Yi will not participate in international competitions in the future.

As far as the NBA is concerned, those officials can't stretch their hands so far, and they still don't have the ability to persuade David Stein to freeze anyone, so Rogge is very confident in such negotiations, although on the surface he is very supportive of them. She saves face, but she often swears behind her back in private.

Lin Yi even wanted to comfort this uncle, because he could have foreseen the situation he would face when negotiating with these people. After all, he had lived in this land for more than ten years. Although he was young at that time, it did not mean that he was For a forgetful person, this land bred countless miracles, as well as countless wonderful flowers.

"You must remember, don't believe anything that comes out of anyone's mouth, as long as you don't see it with your own eyes, including any words that have actually been thought about, we plan, perhaps, possible, and expected. Chinese characters are like this Mysterious, so you must not try to communicate with them in language, because you will never understand the magic of Chinese characters.” This is Lin Yi’s advice to Rogge.

"However, I think that being an official in country Z does not require technical content. Don't feel inferior. Everyone can be an official. As long as you are issued with weapons for two years, they are guaranteed to work: one is called country Z's characteristics, and the other is in line with international standards. When you don’t want to be the same as in the world, you should raise the "Z country characteristics", and when you don't want to be the same as yourself, you should raise the "international standards". Therefore, you should not expect to talk about market rules with those officials. "

When Lin Yi finished speaking, he looked at the bewildered Rogge and shook his head with a smile. This is how the day does not understand the darkness of the night. Rogge is definitely a qualified agent, but he also does not understand Knowing about some things that happened on that land, sometimes even Lin Yi himself may not be able to understand all of them.

The thing is that such a compromise was finally reached in such a tug-of-war. Both sides made concessions. Lin Yi had the greatest degree of freedom, and he could even choose to participate in the training camp. This is already the limit of what they can do. And Lin Yi also immediately approved the various terms of the contract.

He may have to suffer some losses in a short period of time, and even be deprived of his freedom by various games during the vacation, but he still made this choice, perhaps just like what Miss Fan said, the blood in his veins The blood flowing like hers already bears the imprint of a nation.

But Lin Yi also seems to enjoy the fun of challenging those strong players. Maybe he can easily win any honor when he participates in the US team, but it seems to have nothing to do with his personal ability, it is more like a gorgeous competition. Catwalk, but lacked a lot of the pleasure of sweating and beating on the court.

Once this kind of news was announced in China, it was like a pot exploded. Lin Yi's followers seemed to be on a stimulant and celebrated in various forums. This summer, just this summer, who can step out The fantasy dance big will be back in the land.

Maybe even Rogge underestimated the potential that Lin Yi could tap on that piece of land. After the news was sent out, it took only five hours for at least six brands of business contracts to be faxed to Rogge's fax machine. , not to mention those merchants who call to communicate.

"Lin Yi, you definitely have the opportunity to replace LeBron James as the highest earner in the NBA. I can assure you that as long as you can continue to perform like this, your commercial contract income will be ten times or even more than your NBA income. More than twenty times, boy, you are definitely a super gold mine."

Rogge has lost his ability to control his calm voice on overseas calls, and now he is fully confident that he will make Lin Yi the brightest sign in the league, at least commercially, he will definitely be the most successful, as long as Lin Yi As long as you can continue to fight like this, everything will be fine.

"Crap! Why don't you join the US team!" Wade yelled at the big man in front of him.

"Uh... because I'm from country Z, is this answer okay?" Lin replied in a low voice.

"This...fuck, damn it, I'm going to hold a press conference tomorrow to announce my withdrawal from the US team, there's no way I can fight!" Wade said angrily.

"As for it? I won't affect you." Lin Yi said a little speechlessly.

"Damn, if our two teams meet and you stand sideways in front of me when I break through, if you give me a shot, I won't be able to survive! Damn, quit the team, I can't play anymore, my life will be in danger Yes!" After Wade finished speaking, he turned and left the gym.

Uh. . .Wasn't it because he was hit during training yesterday, as for that. . .Is it not because I have practiced too much and become a natural reaction. . .Lin muttered something in a low voice, but Raja Bell who was at the side heard it very clearly, and he secretly wiped his sweat.

"As for what? As for, that slap was much more ruthless than when I slapped others... This has become a natural habit, and now I am also thinking about whether I should retire, or this society really can't get along, alas " Old Bell wiped off his sweat with the towel in his hand, and walked out slowly, but his words made Lin Yi feel very speechless.

"Uh... am I so scary in the eyes of these guys?" Lin Yi turned his head and asked the trainers and team doctors beside him.

"Yes! And very much!" The team doctor and trainer replied in unison.

Uh. . .In fact, I am quite kind. . .Lin Yi lowered his head depressed, alas, he learned from Rodman and the others. . .

But now it seems that the Atlanta Hawks should be worried about their safety. On April 4th, Lin Yi's first battle is about to begin. . .

(AI's return to the first game is not perfect, but after experiencing so many things, it is quite rare to be able to score 11 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists...AI is on the rise!!!)
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