Chapter 784
"A New Legacy"
Chapter 784 "A New Legacy" (Daily Chapter)
On Tuesday, April 19, 2011, ESPN's morning Sports Center program aired the top 5 plays from last night's playoffs.
Since there were only two games last night—the Heat vs. the Pacers and the Bulls vs. the 76ers—all the goals in the highlights were scored by the Big Three and Rose.
The Windy City Rose scored two goals by himself, both against Kobe's defense. Amid Kevin Harlan's passionate shouts, the young man fully displayed his talent!
"Too big! Too strong! Too fast! Too good!"
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Rose dribbled past Kobe with a crossover dribble at the top of the key, then drove hard down the middle, met Brand with a step-back, and finished with a powerful two-handed dunk. The United Center erupted after the basket, with several Bulls players celebrating wildly.
The first goal also belonged to Rose, again a series of changes of direction at the top of the arc, breaking through Kobe's elbow area, stopping abruptly, accelerating again to leave Mamba braced with one hand on the floor.
This embarrassing moment was selected as the number one play of the day. Rose, who completed the layup, kept nodding as he retreated on defense, and his usually expressionless face turned into one of excitement.
Compared to the Heat's signature fast breaks and alley-oops, Rose's domination of Kobe was clearly more visually impactful.
Even host Hannah Storm smiled and exclaimed in surprise on camera, while her co-host Grant Hill praised the young man's performance highly:
"Two home games! Derrick Rose completely dominated the game; his performance on both ends of the court was outstanding!"
"Thibodo called Rose the MVP after the game, and I would vote for him."
Yesterday's Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) award for Dwight Howard didn't get much discussion from basketball commentators; everyone was talking about Derrick Rose's performance, praising the young man's incredible speed, which almost overwhelmed the Mamba.
Philadelphia fans have stopped chanting "Black Seven," as the gap is clearly visible. The 76ers only scored 88 points in Game 1 and 84 points in Game 2, losing by an average of 21 points over the two games, which can be described as a complete rout.
With three guards against Thibodeau's ironclad defense, the Bulls were basically giving away points. The Bulls won the rebounding battle by 17 in two games, and the 60-win team demonstrated their dominance!
Rumors have already circulated that Thibodeau has already secured the Coach of the Year award this year, as Doug Collins has been completely outmaneuvered in both games.
The Heat, on the other hand, didn't win so easily. They allowed the Pacers to score 96 points in Game 1 and 97 points in Game 2, with the final point difference being 10 points in both games. The Big Three seemed to lack dominance.
The broadcast included footage of Rose at the post-game press conference, where an ESPN reporter's question was clearly intended to stir up trouble:
"Which do you think would be more difficult, facing Kobe or facing Lee?"
The young man didn't mince words. After assessing his opponent's strength, Rose became increasingly confident, and said with a straight face, "I'm just showing off."
"Without a doubt, it's Lee. On offense, I have a hard time getting past his defense, and on defense, I can't limit Lee's performance either."
"That's the GOAT, and Kobe is just a 33-year-old star."
"Maybe he was very successful in the past, but Kobe can't beat time. I will continue to destroy their defense in the upcoming games."
This statement won the support of many basketball commentators. This is the kind of style and strength that a new generation MVP should have. Rose should maintain this kind of confidence and teach James Harden a lesson by stepping on a championship guard to win the award!
That evening, the Cavaliers and Celtics played against the Hawks and Magic, both of whom easily won Game 1 at home.
During the pre-game preview, Grant Hill reminded viewers again of Shaquille O'Neal's plan to retire after the playoffs:
"Shaq's career has officially ended; the 'OK' duo will be missed!"
"The veterans are still sprinting for the final championship. I wish them all the best."
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The Celtics' "Big Five" have rarely played at full strength this season due to injuries, but head coach Rivers has unearthed Tony Allen off the bench, who has shown talent on the defensive end.
In Game 1 against the Magic, Tony Allen effectively limited both Vince Carter, the Black Mamba, and Richard Jefferson, a player past his prime.
However, this also reduced Ray Allen's playing time. With his three-point shooting touch off, the Celtics returned to defense and narrowly defeated their opponents 85-93 in Game 1.
The game between the Cavaliers and the Hawks also surprised some commentators. Howard scored 46 points and 19 rebounds, a double-double, on 16-of-23 shooting and 14-of-22 free throws, but the Cavaliers still managed a hard-fought victory.
With a score of 101-106, Cleveland avoided a comeback thanks to Deron Williams' outstanding performance in the final two minutes.
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After the game, the commentators mainly held a meeting with head coach Mike Brown, noting that "Black Bread" (Dwight Howard) had been relentlessly attacking the starters in Game 1, with Howard playing an astonishing 45 minutes.
Before Game 2, there were rumors that the Cavaliers were going to change coaches. In the past, Cleveland fans would say that the Knicks' games were "boring", but when it came to the home team, they did not want to accept a "narrow victory".
Even winning a game could cost him his job; head coach Mike Brown is in a difficult position.
At 9 a.m., Li Youcai regained consciousness. During the routine family meeting on Monday, a disgruntled Tang Nade had refused Ivana and his eldest son's request to attend this year's White House press conference.
During dinner, he gave his eldest son a thorough dressing-down, and Eric was also scolded in front of his girlfriend Lala.
This was the first time the two had ever seen their father so angry. Even Ivana was being mocked. Donald unleashed his fury, berating his obedient daughter:
"Having another child could contribute more to the company than you do!"
This is a conspiracy theory presented in Vanity Fair's article about Li You's private life: his wealth has made his love life less innocent, and some professionals have even done the math, concluding that:
"Whether it's Ivana or Georgina, they can ultimately reap amazing wealth through their children."
Bloomberg's wealth grew even faster than Li You's. His position as mayor made Bloomberg a mainstream media outlet, and in 10 years, his wealth accumulation became increasingly astonishing.
Georgina doesn't care about these kinds of articles. In fact, she can still offer some help, since her father is still in office and the relationships they've built up haven't cooled down yet.
The perceptive Donald was unhappy. Now that Atlantic City had escaped its predicament, some people were mocking him, saying that his "good daughter" was no longer obedient. More importantly, he had inside information that the president was planning a counterattack.
After bustling around for more than half a year, and occasionally joining Fox in questioning him, Donald, who has become the leader of the "birth theory," is now showing signs of turning his reputation, which he has managed to reverse in recent years, back into that of a "clown."
It was clear that the other side had come prepared for this press conference. The Clintons, who were on good terms with him, seemed to have no intention of speaking up for him. Donald just hoped that the other side would give him some face. As for his family attending, that was impossible.
"A father can't afford to lose face."
The 56th-floor room overlooks Manhattan, but Ivana, who had just woken up, didn't go to the window to admire the street view as usual. Instead, she nestled in my arms and hummed a few times.
A night of intense competition had somewhat lifted her spirits from the previous night, but Ivana still managed to whisper a few complaints to her father:
"I told you long ago that I shouldn't get involved in such boring topics." She muttered to herself, complaining about Donald's outrageous behavior over the past few months. Her father was indeed giving her some trouble. After all, the New York media loved to watch the drama unfold, and with the blues so strong here, the related news was naturally going all out.
The blonde woman, finding Li You silent, sat up straight, pressing one hand against his firm chest, and whispered:
"They won't go too far, will they?"
This year's White House press conference invited most of Hollywood, as well as all the major media outlets in the United States, and members of Congress and senior officials were also present.
Georgina wasn't interested in joining her father in the fun, and when the topic came up, both of them felt that the White House wouldn't "stir things up" in such a setting.
However, when Ivana saw that the co-host was Seth Meyers, she felt that things were not going well. He had played Donald Jr. in Saturday Night Live and was already "going all out."
Li You blinked, saw Ivana's expectant gaze, nodded again, then stood up and slowly grasped her waist, changing the subject once more:
"Cyrus is right! You're getting more and more beautiful."
Having successfully sculpted her body, Ivana was often praised by her eldest son. Upon hearing Li You's whisper, Ivana quickly bit her lip and chuckled softly, seemingly very satisfied with her own charm.
After her fair, full breasts were sucked in, the blonde girl quickly forgot about her father for the time being, laughing and lying on the large bed, not forgetting to whisper an invitation in her ear:
"There's still a morning left."
At noon, after lunch, Li You drove his red second-generation Tesla Roadster to take Ivana to work in the West District.
The reporters who were lying in wait quickly captured photos of the rosy-cheeked blonde woman smiling and kissing Li You goodbye, seemingly unaffected by the recent public opinion.
It was almost 14 p.m. when we arrived at the Tarryton training center. Due to Donnie Walsh's health issues, the preliminary work for the draft was being led by his assistant, Allan Houston.
You can also see the Rangers staff at the training center. Outsiders might think MSG is busy, but in fact, everyone is quite relaxed.
Upon entering the office building, Li You was warmly greeted by the staff, who kept coming up to greet him. By the time they reached his office, it was already 14:30 PM.
Unlike his colleagues who were slacking off, his old teammate Allan Houston was quite busy. He had already submitted his scouting report and would officially begin tryouts next month, for which the whole team had been preparing for a long time.
"God! There's so much to deal with. I was just talking to Yang's agent about renewing his contract this morning."
"Would you like something to drink, Li?"
Houston, dressed in his training uniform, started complaining about the work he had been accumulating over the past few days when he saw Li You, while the staff next to him began their routine flattery.
The ball control training in the morning was quite intense. After Li You smiled and said "Cola", he picked up the scouting report at the top, which included the attitudes of rookie players in recent interviews.
Houston smiled and spoke about the players in the report, briefly introducing recent events:
“It’s very interesting. He’s the first guy to reject New York, but our scouts think highly of him.”
In addition to the basic data, the report also specifically noted what the newbie said in a recent interview:
“My family doesn’t need this money right now. We’re not starving and living in poverty. Why would we go to the NBA in New York to make big money? No, I’d rather stay with the team.”
"Even if I play until my senior year of college, my family will probably support me. I just want to continue honing my skills."
Kawhi Leonard of San Diego State University decisively rejected New York in an interview after the crazy March, making him the only exception among all the freshmen.
However, the Knicks scouts are quite optimistic about the rookie, not because they expect him to become an excellent scorer, but because they believe he has the potential to become a defensive wing player like Artest.
The Knicks' team-building strategy has always been very clear: build up their wing players to help Li You solve some defensive problems. Thaddeus Young's development has not met expectations, Marion is aging, and a small forward is indispensable.
"Interesting! Have you sent him a tryout invitation? I can chat with the rookie sometime."
Dressed casually, Li You glanced at the report and sat on the sofa, offering a casual response. Allan Houston, however, burst out laughing, stood up, and teased:
"You definitely won't like this rookie. He seems to be a supporter of Allen Iverson. Look at that cornrow, I really miss the old days!"
Li You, sipping his cola, chuckled. That's the fun part of basketball—there are always new talents "carrying on" the legacy. He shook his head, declined further invitations, and finally circled the name on the list.
"If you're unsure, invite these newbies first; I think they're pretty good."
Houston glanced at the list and was somewhat surprised that Jimmer Fredette, a rising star in the NCAA with a string of accolades, wasn't selected. He was even more astonished when he saw the last name:
"Jimmy Butler? Jeff seems to have ranked him outside the top 30."
"Don't you think he looks a bit like Michael Jordan? This guy has a superstar face! He looks pretty good."
Upon hearing Li You's words, everyone in the office burst into cheerful laughter. The NBA is also a world where looks matter. Allan Houston grinned broadly, then shook his head again, involuntarily recalling the past:
"No wonder Cassell has never liked us! Well, we'll invite 'Michael Jordan'! Hopefully, this guy can give us a surprise."
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On April 20th, the NBA announced the winner of this season's Sixth Man of the Year (SMOY) award:
Thaddeus Young of the Knicks won the award with 48% of the vote, averaging 12.2 points per game!
As a restricted free agent, Thaddeus Young's value has increased since winning the award. Regardless of the inflated statistics, the forward with rich championship experience has already attracted multiple teams.
"I want to thank Lee for recognizing me! You know, playing alongside the greatest player in history is a blessing from God!"
"My four years as a rookie were the best basketball experience I've ever had; I learned so much from Lee."
During the interview, Thaddeus Young subconsciously showered the reporters with compliments, leaving them bewildered. If they remembered correctly, this guy had been carrying that bag for four years.
Last night's games saw all the teams in the top half of the bracket defend their home courts, with the Lakers securing a resounding victory of 80-107. The Hornets finished the game in three quarters, and Chris Paul seemed lost at Staples Center.
Iguodala's stats weren't particularly impressive, but he demonstrated dominance on the defensive end, successfully limiting Paul.
At 20 p.m. that night, the Mavericks also faced Game 2. In the first game, they easily defeated the Trail Blazers. Marcus Camby simply couldn't contain Nowitzki, and the German played more and more easily.
The American Airlines Arena was packed to capacity. The Trail Blazers struggled in the first quarter, and although Aldridge and Gerald Wallace kept responding, the Mavericks rained down three-pointers.
Suddenly finding his rhythm, Artest hit consecutive three-pointers. Late in the first quarter, after forcing Gerald Wallace to commit a turnover, the championship forward pounded his chest and roared with passion.
"MF! This is championship experience!"
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(End of this chapter)