Bulldozer of the NBA’s Restricted Area

The 19th is the sixth game.

The pressure of a life-and-death battle made all the Lakers prepare for the battle. Before a battle, there cannot be no psychological pressure, but the pressure cannot be too great. Therefore, Phil Jackson did not ask the players to practice before the battle all morning. Instead, he chatted and meditated with everyone. , relieve the stress.

"Li, this one is up to you."

The last person Phil Jackson approached was Li Shengli. This sentence is not inappropriate, because the game is divided into offense and defense, and playing against the Celtics... Li Shengli's task is the heaviest, to grasp both offense and defense.

"I know!" Li Shengli nodded, "Phil, how is the situation with Kobe?"

"Don't worry about Kobe, his mental quality is very good!" Phil Jackson changed his tone and said: "Ron, I think he may not be able to listen to what I say, but he will definitely listen to what you say. Tell me He must not conflict with Pierce and Garnett this time, absolutely not!"

To be honest, there is nothing Phil Jackson can do against Artest.

In the past few games, Artest had clashed with Garnett and Pierce too many times. Although he was still somewhat rational and did not cause serious trouble in the end, in this most critical life-and-death battle, Phil - Jackson still didn't want an accident to happen. It would be painful if he was sent off, and the Lakers would no longer have the capital to force Garnett to go far.

Phil Jackson knows that no matter how disobedient Artest is, he still has a role to play.

Although he can't guard against Garnett who goes around the screen and shoots from a distance, Garnett may not have this kind of long-range touch. More importantly, Artest can still produce some effects on the offensive end, with a hard-line style of play. I can eat Garnett alone.

Therefore, Artest must not be impulsive, and what Phil Jackson doesn't understand is... this prick just doesn't listen to himself as the head coach, but he has special respect for Li Shengli.

"You didn't tell Ron?" Li Shengli asked.

"I told you, but this kid is disobedient, I think what you said should work!" Phil Jackson continued: "Also, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Well, there is no one else here, let me be honest... You must also know that the Celtics' lineup is too fucked up. It is no exaggeration to say that the Bulls with Jordan and Pippen were not as good as them. Such a lineup can win the championship at any time, and now we can. Let’s play against them, but the problem is that our lineup is downgraded compared to last season!”

"Ahem, okay, let's not talk about how far we can play this time. This offseason, I hope you can discuss it with West, Johnson and myself. What we need most now is a comprehensive and stable power forward at the fourth position. , otherwise...it will still be difficult to fight next time!"

"Selecting people? It's too early to say this. West will lead people to do it, and he can always choose people." Li Shengli did not discuss this topic because he believed that smart people like West know the team better than anyone else. The crux of the matter, and looking back, he continued: "As for today... you'd better pray that we can break out today, otherwise there will be nothing after this fight."

…

After chatting for a while, Phil Jackson’s psychological counseling work for the day was completed.

Until noon, West also came as the general manager of the team. After all, it was a life-and-death battle for the team. West was too concerned about it. He would talk to Li Shengli about the playoff performance bonus from time to time, intending to stimulate it. The strongest money warrior in the alliance.

According to the verbal agreement with West.

Li Shengli gets a bonus every time he plays in the playoffs, and as he progresses... the cumulative bonus for advancing to the Western Conference Finals has reached 2.36 million, and if he wins the championship, it will be 3.54 million. Counting the previous three consecutive championships, it is also That is to say, in the previous three seasons, West only spent 10 million+ to take charge of the team, and in exchange for Li Shengli, who worked hard, he won three championships, which is a terrible value.

…

"Damn, you scared me, why are you so sneaky?"

While Li Shengli was going to the toilet to relieve himself, West ran to the side and pulled Li Shengli out, almost choking him. West, who usually looked very serious, acted like a pornographic disc seller. Did you run to the toilet to trade?

"Fuck, don't pee on me. Oh my God, I just changed my clothes today!" West's face turned green, and he ran behind Li Shengli, who was relatively safe, and said, "Li, do you want to hear some good news?"

"Damn, I'm taking off my pants and you're standing behind me, I'm so scared, afraid that you'll tell me that you're a faggot!"

"You... get out of here, you are still making such a joke with me at my age." West laughed and cursed, but still stood next to Li Shengli and took a pee and said by the way: "I am here to inform you today that I am looking for Bass has applied for a special performance bonus, which is extra. As long as you can help the team win the last two games, in addition to the 3.54 million bonus promised to you... there will be an additional 1 million bonus."

"You...what kind of quirk are you doing? Damn it, why are you talking to me about money at this time?" Li Shengli rolled his eyes, helpless.

"No way, it's not easy to say this kind of thing publicly, but we really want to see you in your most ferocious state, and this is the only way I can think of. It's much more practical than Phil Jackson's aimless nonsense. Isn’t it, after all, it’s a million dollars!”

"Okay... okay, I get it!" Li Shengli pulled up his pants.

"Huh? Just know it?" West was still letting off steam intermittently.

"Should I be very excited?" Li Shengli tried his best to pretend to be expressionless and glanced at West next door and said: "West, when you are older, go to the hospital for a checkup. I heard what you said... um... …It’s not very smooth!”

"Don't talk about it. This is all because of the finals. It will be much smoother when we win the championship. Besides...don't talk about me, are you sure you're not excited?" West glanced at Li Shengli and his trajectory changed. Wan, said with a smile.

"goodbye!"

…

After talking to West, Li Shengli rushed straight to the training ground impatiently.

After all, it’s a million-level bonus.

For him, any three-double, four-double or 5X5 data is not as satisfying as making money. It would be a lie to say he is not excited. However, the excitement that he had just suppressed immediately erupted on the training ground, grabbing all his teammates and cheering happily. The desire to beat him hard and win is over the top.

"What...what's going on?" Phil Jackson said a little confused: "Why is Li suddenly...so excited?"

"Don't worry, buddy!" West walked over with a genuine expression on his face and said with a smile: "I helped you adjust his condition, and then all you have to do is wait for the game. He will definitely do it. Give a perfect answer."

"Adjusting the state?" Phil Jackson didn't believe it. This horse riding was obviously a chicken blood, and his mental state was too high, so he continued to ask: "West, what did you do to him?"

"I just chatted with him for a while."

"Impossible, I also talked to Li, but he didn't react like this!"

"Maybe my chatting skills are better."

Are your chat skills better? !

Phil Jackson touched his head in embarrassment... Although he is a famous coach in the league, and he is the first in the league if he does not boast about his coaching skills, but West immediately felt that it was unfathomable.

It’s a bit awesome!

Phil Jackson also feels that if West chooses to coach instead of being a general manager, West's achievements will probably not be bad, because compared to the tactical coordination on the field, the relationship between generals outside the game is handled It is also very important, and West is so good at this point. A few words can actually improve Li Shengli's mental state. Phil Jackson deeply doubts whether the West in front of him... has any super powers?