knife point guard

Chapter 228 [The new season begins, a little different flavor]

"I had to find the right team and play the right basketball. That's why I came to Indiana."

Stephen Jackson spoke to reporters on the opening day of training camp.

"I love playing with players who are really versatile and unselfish, and you know, I've always been a fan of Suzy the Sheep. I appreciate everything he does on the court, he's a charismatic guy."

Stephen Jackson's speech made reporters completely unworried about what this thorn would cause in the locker room.

When he joined, the Indiana people were very worried that he would make the Pacers' locker room more extreme.Because this team itself has gathered a lot of thorns, and there is no fuel-saving lamp.

This past offseason, O'Neal was photographed playing volleyball with three female models in Miami Beach, Reggie Miller dated a new young model, and Artest went to a WWE match to declare himself an NBA The strongest fighting athlete, and also released a rap album called "My NBA Championship and Me".

For this album, he spent 100 million US dollars and swiped a lot of favor cards to find big-name rappers to feature.But after it was released, there were a lot of bad reviews. Everyone said that his singing voice was like the cooing sound of a duck being pushed into the water. There was no flow, the voice was ugly, and the lyrics were stupid...

But Artest doesn't care, he just likes music.

Hoosiers also like the fact that he likes music, and at least he didn't go drag racing like Kenny Anderson and got caught carrying 'Leaves'.Although this is not a thing in the United States, such negative news still makes people worry about the chaos in the Pacers' locker room: there is too much talent here.

Bender was injured again, dancing in his bathroom and breaking his own bones.

The insurance company intervened in the investigation and believed that he might have been injured due to engaging in some high-risk sports that were not allowed by the contract.After investigation, it turned out that it was indeed a fall in the bathroom.

The Pacers and Pacers fans have almost given up hope for Bender.

Although he was once a very talented forward, frequent injuries have depleted his athletic ability.

The Pacers have been rumored to be negotiating a buyout with him since August.

However, Bender wanted more money, and the Pacers didn't want to give him more money.

The two sides are deadlocked.

During the offseason, there were rumors that the Pacers were selling the team.As the team wins the championship, the club's market value increases.

But in the end it didn't work out.

There are many reasons why the negotiation failed.

For example, the other party is unwilling to pay a price that satisfies them, for example, Indiana does not allow the team to move out of the city, for example, even if the Pacers won the championship last season, their profits did not enter the top ten in the league...

Of course, there is the most important reason.Suhi did not renew his contract with the Pacers, and Susi will become a completely free agent after this season.

Su Xi's whereabouts attracted the attention of the entire league.

Even though many people say that Su Xi is not a superstar, Su Xi is just an ordinary star after leaving the Pacers.

But who doesn’t want Susie?The body is honest.

One thing that caused a stir during the offseason was Carlos Boozer leaving the Cavaliers.Boozer signed a six-year, $6 million contract with the Jazz.

He is a second-round pick, and he is the second rookie after Arenas to enjoy the benefits of this clause loophole.

Originally, the alliance was discussing closing this loophole.

But then, for some reason, most bosses across the league suddenly suspended this agenda.Only the Cavaliers are still shouting that it's unfair.

why?

Because although Su Xi is a first-round pick, the nature of his current contract is the same as that of a second-round pick who signed a two-year rookie contract, and even has more freedom than them.

Bosses are not stupid.

To plug this loophole, we have to wait until the dust settles on Su Xi's side.

The Pacers have promoted that this kind of contract is not good for the home team. If it is not stopped, the phenomenon of Arenas and Carlos Boozer will become more and more common.

But the louder they screamed, the less the bosses took action.

It is worth mentioning that Carlos Boozer left the Cavaliers and was also linked to Susie.

The Cavaliers originally accused Carlos Boozer of betrayal, saying that Boozer had promised to renew his contract with the Cavaliers at the beginning, but when he saw the Jazz's higher contract, he betrayed his parent team for money.

Boozer was tough and did not settle the matter.He made it public directly and said: "Since the moment you traded Jack, I was ready to leave. Everyone knows that I have the closest relationship with Jack, and Jason, and now we have all left."

Jason Kapono was selected by the Bobcats in the team's draft. This is a way for the NBA to welcome new players.The Bobcats join as a new team and can select one player from each team. Of course, the list of selectable players is designated by the parent team.

"The Cavaliers should reflect on why so many people jumped ship this season."

"Kings are not omnipotent."

Carlos Boozer's words set off everyone's condemnation of the Cavaliers, and the old story of the Cavaliers' trade of Susie was revealed.

Another wave of whipping.

People like Tony Batty, Kenny Anderson, and Stephen Jackson who left the Cavaliers also stood up to support Boozer.

The knight was made very passive.

I had no choice but to stop active.

Su Xi met Stephen Jackson in the locker room, a tall, thick, rough-looking man. He and Artest chatted relatively well.

Seeing Su Xi walk in, he showed friendliness. "Finally a teammate with you, Jack."

Susie extended her hand to welcome him into the Pacers family.

After winning the championship, Su Xi's position in the Pacers became more stable.

The two exchanged a few words.

Then, Artest clapped his hands and called everyone: "Today is the 60th day since the release of my new album, and it is also the first day of our new season. I invite everyone to have a good time tonight."

Artest said boldly.

Everyone responded.

Su Xi looked at the bulky teammates in the locker room, and he exchanged glances with Rick Carlisle.

The new season may not be as easy to play.

No wonder people say it is easy to win but difficult to defend.

When we win the championship, everyone rushes forward in one go.

The mentality of defending the title is very different. Many people's dreams are not that lofty.After winning the championship and realizing my wish, my mentality relaxed.

Just look at Reggie Miller's overindulgent look. The dark circles under his eyes almost fell to the bridge of his nose.

This offseason, he has released a lot.

O'Neal Jr. has gained a lot of weight, Foster even has a double chin, and Tony Barty has no fat, but he has gained a lot of weight, and he is a pure muscular man.During the offseason, fitness and muscle building are my main focus.

And Kenny Anderson, his current mentality is to retire after finishing the last year of his contract.

So, Su Xi went to see Larry Bird in the afternoon: You have to stand up, you have to make the players nervous.

Bird spread his hands, there was nothing he could do, this is human nature.He comforted Su Xi: The offseason has just ended, and it is normal for everyone to be a little relaxed. You cannot use the mental state of the finals to demand everyone.Don’t you want to practice your skills?Just right! …

7 consecutive losses.

The defending champion lost seven games in a row in the preseason.

This is so eye-popping.

"The NBA champions will lose face. After losing to the Bucks, they will lose to the Grizzlies. After losing to the Grizzlies, they will lose to the Hawks. After losing to the Hawks, they will lose to the Hornets. After losing to the Hornets, they will lose to the Bobcats. After that, no team will lose..."

The Pacers were one of two teams to lose seven straight in the preseason.

It is worth mentioning that another team that lost eight games in a row in the preseason happened to be the Lakers who played the Pacers in the finals.

When the Lakers lost O'Neal, they lost their soul.

Kobe Bryant played very actively, averaging 29 minutes per game, taking 25 shots per game, and averaging 32.5 points per game.But it still couldn't save the Lakers.

As the boss of the Lakers, he did his best.

The boss who also tried his best in this way is the Pacers boss, Su Xi.

Suhi averaged 27 minutes per game, took 22.6 shots per game, and scored 25.3 points per game.

The offensive efficiency is very low.

Moreover, Su Xi played very "cooperatively", the kind who didn't take a good shot when there was an opening, and had to get into the opponent's defensive circle.

If there are difficulties, we must overcome them, and if there are no difficulties, we must overcome them.

Moreover, he also played very uniquely.This made many people feel that Su Xi seemed to be a different person.

Famous commentator Charles Barkley shouted on television: Wake up, Jack!Now we are back in the NBA, it is not a FIBA ​​system.The Pacers are not the Chinese team, so you don't need to take crazy shots. The NBA already has one Kobe and doesn't need a second one.

Su Xi didn't respond to these words, and Kobe gritted his teeth.

Kobe has been gnashing his teeth too much lately, and the whole world is targeting him, especially after he loses.Everything was put on his head.

Moreover, everyone thinks that the Lakers will regret it sooner or later when they drive away the Sharks for Kobe, just like the Cavaliers traded Susie.These are the two stupidest things in the new century.

Different from Su Xi, everyone feels that Su Xi will return to the right path sooner or later, and it is impossible to continue to be so crazy and selfish.The Pacers can't keep losing like this.

But the Lakers and Kobe, everyone feels that Kobe's nature is hard to change and he will become more and more independent.The Lakers have never been able to get ahead in recent years.

Kobe has become a negative example of Su Xi.

Do you think Kobe can stop gritting his teeth?
"Barkley doesn't understand modern basketball at all."

Kobe beat Barkley.

Barkley started to be arrogant. As gentle as he was to Su Xi, he was also "connotative" to other players.

Moreover, his relationship with Kobe was originally relatively dull.

There was a lot of yin and yang to blame him.

At this time, Kobe Bryant also led the new Lakers to Indiana.

They will play their opening game of the year.

Although this schedule was planned in advance, Stern really did a great job.

It was hard for the Lakers to lose to the Pacers in the Finals last season, but you actually want to bring them here to witness the Pacers' championship ring award ceremony?

How cruel, how presumptuous.

However, this can stimulate the Lakers' will to fight and defeat the Pacers with all their strength, disrupting their awards ceremony.

Let their championship ceremony be a milestone.

However, the Lakers have changed their blood from top to bottom, and the new players have a gross hatred for the Pacers.

The only one who can have any grudges with the Pacers is probably Lamar Odom, who was ignored by Su Xi in the Olympics.

But who is Odom?He doesn't deserve to eat at the same table as Su Xi now.Su Xi went to the superstar table. He was not even qualified for the star table. He had to go to the elite player table and had to carry some fruit baskets before he could enter.

...

Reggie Miller was quite excited, tears glistening on his drooping dark eyes.Before the game, he was right there getting ready, walking around the locker room.

He's finally going to get a championship ring.

He also kept emphasizing: "This year's championship ring has my design, and I participated in the design. Do you know? Jack! Ron, Jermaine..."

Su Xi couldn't help but bless him: "Yes, Reggie. Although it is worth celebrating that you have completed your career dream, you must take it easy tonight and don't get hurt."

Miller is becoming more and more open-minded. During the nightclub party organized by Artest, he was photographed by reporters checking into a room with three girls.A Latina beauty, a black beauty, and a blonde.

It's fraternity.

The leader of the global village belongs.

This old man is still so overstretched, he is really brave.

Reggie Miller waved his hand and said he was confident.

Then, less than 3 minutes into the game, he started fighting with Caron Butler.

He fell down twice in the opening game. It must be said that Butler disrespected him and caused him to stumble.

In fact, it was a normal confrontation. Butler's hands and feet were a little dirty, but they were within the normal range.Miller's feet were weak, so he still had to jump and run.

If you don’t wrestle, who will?
He rolled into a ball with Butler in his arms.

In other words, Butler felt sorry for the old man, otherwise he would have to be carried off if he punched him twice.

Both men were sent off.

Reggie Miller got his wish. He finally got to put on his suit and collect his championship ring at halftime...

Miller and Butler were sent off.

The game didn't get any better.

The silky offensive posture of last season is gone, replaced by all kinds of irons.

The Lakers also make iron, and so do the Pacers.

What a pair of equally matched opponents.

Dreaming back to last season’s finals.

(End of this chapter)