I’m Really Playing Basketball

Chapter 349 The bravest decision in history! (end of volume)

Shocking!

When Chen Xiao announced on his Facebook page that he would join the Charlotte Bobcats with his talents, the entire NBA world was shocked.

Regarding Chen Xiao's whereabouts, many people had many, many guesses.

Lakers, Knicks, Celtics, Seattle...

Even the Grizzlies, Bucks, and Nets have many supporters.

But the Charlotte Bobcats...

This is a new team that joined the league last season, this team with 8 wins and 74 losses last season. To be honest, no one would regard such a team as Chen Xiao's next home.

Because this team basically has nothing but Jordan.

In other words, this team is simply not worthy of Chen Xiao's status.

Can a phoenix live in a chicken coop?

But things are so incredible.

As the current golden phoenix of the NBA, Chen Xiao actually announced that he would join the Charlotte Bobcats. How could this not shock the entire NBA and the entire world?

For a time, many people were asking.

Why?

Why can Jordan and the Bobcats get Chen Xiao, but the Lakers or other teams can't?

Therefore, for a while, the entire NBA was criticizing Chen Xiao's statement.

At least some very important information can be obtained from it.

People around Chen Xiao don’t want Chen Xiao to join the Bobcats.

In the end, Chen Xiao joined the Bobcats, and Jordan's persuasion played a very big role. In Chen Xiao's statement, Chen Xiao mentioned Jordan many times and was full of gratitude to Jordan.

Another important thing is that Chen Xiao said straight away that in addition to Jordan, the Bobcats' Chris Paul was also one of the reasons why he joined the Bobcats.

This is interesting.

For a time, when these experts, media and celebrities in the NBA reviewed the situation, they were really shocked by Jordan's operation.

"Michael Jordan was planning to get the Wonder Boy as early as the beginning of this season!"

"When Jordan helped the Cavaliers clean up the garbage contract, and the whole world was mocking Jordan for his broken eyes, they never thought that Jordan was already on the road to getting the Wonder Boy!"

"Whether it's helping the Cavaliers clean up junk contracts, sending Gerald Wallace to the Cavaliers, or drafting Chris Paul, Michael Jordan is all about constantly gaining the favor of the Wonder Boy!"

"After being favored by the Wonder Boy, everything fell into place. Michael Jordan used his superb imagination and ability to achieve one of the greatest operations in NBA history!"

"Michael Jordan's operation to acquire the Wonder Boy is comparable to Jerry West's operation to obtain O'Neal!"

There is no doubt that after this operation that shocked the world, Michael Jordan became somewhat of a god in the position of general manager.

The chosen son of the general manager position has really confirmed this for himself this time.

In the history of the NBA, there are almost no rookie general managers as amazing as Michael Jordan.

While the United States was praising Jordan, the inside story of how Jordan snatched Chen Xiao away from the Lakers and other teams began to be exposed.

After all, although Jordan used his series of operations to gain Chen Xiao's friendship, to be honest, there are many teams that have friendship with Chen Xiao.

Such as the Heat, such as the Spurs, such as the Lakers, such as the Kings and so on.

Jordan, how can he stand out?

For a moment, everyone was curious.

The day after Chen Xiao joined the Bobcats, the famous NBA reporter and ESPN host Stephen Smith used his insider information to restore the unknown stories and details of Chen Xiao's decision-making process.

"During the few days when Wonder Boy was most "struggling", Michael Jordan sent him a crucial text message. Later, Jordan called him again to make him make up his mind. From beginning to end, Jordan never showed up. In front of the Wonder Boy, he did not try to use various methods to meet the Wonder Boy like Jerry West or other NBA general managers. Jordan only let Chris Paul stay with the Wonder Boy. He himself never No direct interference or influence on Wonder Boy. According to my insider, Jordan's approach moved Wonder Boy very much, because Jordan was using practical actions to tell Wonder Boy that he would not use his identity and status to give Wonder Boy any direct interference or influence. Any interference or influence from Wonder Boy, Wonder Boy is completely free to do whatever he wants when he comes to the Bobcats, and he supports it. At this point, no one else or other teams can do it."

"On June 19, 2005, the Kings were the first team to have a direct conversation with Wonder Boy.

The meeting between the Kings and Wonder Boy lasted nearly three hours. Although it was not short, Wonder Boy did not say anything during the whole process.

At home in Cleveland, facing the negotiating team composed of the core members of "Princeton" Peja, Bibby, Christie and Weber, the Wonder Boy asked a question after being silent and thinking for a long time, "I'm not sure I can Is it possible to keep playing your tactical system? I’m not sure whether it will destroy your almost perfect chemical reaction?”

The well-prepared King's team did not answer this question directly, but asked the Wonder Boy instead.

"How many championships do you think you can win if you go to any other team in the NBA?" Christie continued to ask Wonder Boy, "How many championships do you think you can win with us? We can win in one season. Win a few games? Don’t you think a championship can solve all problems?”

After that, the Kings said the slogan to the Wonder Boy, "some play to play, some play to win, Who are you?" (Some people play to compete, some people play to win, how about you?).

This is the slogan that the Cavaliers have been advocating for the past two seasons, and it is also the slogan written by the Wonder Boy himself for the Cavaliers.

The Kings are promising the Wonder Boy that the Kings are not Peja and Webber's team, but a team that is united for victory and championships.

Their ideas are consistent with Chen Xiao's.

Kings head coach Adelman, general manager Geoff Petrier, and team owners the Maloof brothers were all at the meeting. They told Wonder Boy about the Kings' basketball culture, tactical philosophy, and endless vision of building a dynasty.

The Kings' management told Wonder Boy that the Kings have designed open three-point tactics for him and have prepared many "weapons" to serve him.

They told the Wonder Boy that after coming to the Kings, he just needs to continue to be himself, and there is no need to change his style of play. If he can hit 40% of his three-pointers in confrontations, then he will be better when he is open. how?

Compared to the three-hour meeting between the Kings and Wonder Boy, the subsequent meeting with the Magic only took half an hour. It wasn’t that they didn’t want more time, but that Wonder Boy said he would not go to a team with two super giants. He has no interest in forming a giant team. What he desires is not just victory, but a challenge. Magic players will only be his opponents, not his comrades.

However, after Wonder Boy rejected the magic, Duncan sent Wonder Boy a text message late at night.

According to a close friend of the Wonder Boy, Duncan wrote in a text message, "I don't care who will become the boss of the team, who will become the face of this place, and I don't care who will be the most popular in Orlando. I don't even care what you say." Regarding the problems of comrades and opponents, we can pursue the most beautiful basketball together. Don’t you think that after we are together, basketball will become extremely gorgeous?

Duncan also told Wonder Boy that if Wonder Boy wins the regular season and finals MVP trophies next season, he will definitely be the one sitting in the front row and leading the applause.

At the end of the text message, Duncan mentioned the beautiful basketball again. What I really care about is that you can play the best basketball possible as my teammate with me, with TMC, and with Manu.

The Wonder Boy was very moved and politely rejected Duncan. "

"On June 21, 2005, before Wonder Boy's decision, Jerry West and the Grizzlies were the last team to meet with Wonder Boy.

Grizzlies general manager Jerry West did not instill championships, wins, tactics and concepts like other teams when facing the Wonder Boy. He didn't tell Wonder Boy how to choose a team, but shared with Wonder Boy the feelings he had experienced in his career.

West told Wonder Boy that although he won the championship in 1972, he lost the first seven Finals.

These pains are still in his heart and in his memory to this day.

Jerry West told Wonder Boy that in a Grizzlies team full of players who are familiar with him and are familiar with him, he can grow more gracefully and smoothly without having to worry about extra burdens. Everyone understands him. , he can show all his talents.

People close to Wonder Boy revealed to me that West promised that everything for Wonder Boy in the Grizzlies will be relaxed and enjoyable.

Finally, West outlined to Wonder Boy a tempting blueprint for the Grizzlies' future with him and Kidd. This is not a championship - but a dynasty, and the greatest dynasty.

For everything Jerry West described, Wonder Boy was very moved. Jason Kidd was the player he respected and was most grateful to. The idea of ​​becoming teammates with Jason Kidd was full of infinite temptation for Wonder Boy.

According to a close friend of Wonder Boy, Jerry West almost succeeded. He only needed a text message from Michael Jordan and a phone call. Half an hour later, Wonder Boy, who was already heartbroken, rejected Jerry West. An hour and a half after Jerry West left, Wonder Boy posted his decision on Facebook. "

"Before Wonder Boy posted the article, Wonder Boy, accompanied by LeBron James, called Cavaliers owner Gund and general manager Paxson to inform him of his decision immediately and ensure that they were the first to know about the decision. People, Wonder Boy fully respected the Cavaliers, and the Cavaliers didn't get the news from the news.

Wonder Boy, Gund, and Paxson chatted on the phone for a long time, and they all admitted that Wonder Boy was a very good person. Cavaliers general manager Jim Paxson said he respects his decision to leave and wishes him the best to pursue a different challenge. After working together for 2 years, I have nothing but respect for him, and I am grateful that he called the Cavaliers before making the decision.

At the same time, according to the information I have with Wonder Boy, LeBron James has been with Wonder Boy throughout the entire process. Even the declaration of this decision was released after LeBron James read the revision. Everyone knows that Wonder Boy will not be the United States. A lot of colloquialisms and slang.

In addition, Wade, Ron Howard, and Yao Ming have long known that Wonder Boy will not join a strong team, so they are still trying to persuade Wonder Boy before he decides.

This is the whole process of the Wonder Boy making this decision that shocked the world. "

Smith's revelation was very shocking. It turned out that Chen Xiao had so much inside information when making this decision.

What is equally shocking is that such a secret thing, a secret that is even clear in the dialogue, can be known to Smith.

Smith, the insider next to Chen Xiao, has an amazing identity.

Of course, anyone who knows Smith's background will not have a hard time guessing who the insider behind Smith's Chen Xiao seems to be with surveillance installed.

Therefore, Smith’s revelation is particularly true.

After Smith broke the news, the parties involved in the news, including Chen Xiao, the Kings, the Magic, Jerry West, James, Wade, Luo Ge, Yao and others did not come out to refute the rumors.

Obviously, this is the real situation.

For a time, the entire NBA world, which was shocked by Chen Xiao's decision, was once again shocked by the willfulness of Chen Xiao's decision-making process.

Because in the eyes of many people, Chen Xiao's final rejection of Jerry West's choice of Jordan was very emotional. It is indeed incredible that such an important decision is so emotional.

Also, in Smith's revelation, the Lakers, who have always been considered the most popular team for Chen Xiao's next family, really have no role at all and don't even appear. This makes Lakers fans and management a little embarrassed. .

Therefore, when the inside story of Smith's decision came out, it really caused an uproar throughout the NBA. In addition to letting the other 28 NBA teams know how they lost to Jordan, it also caused huge controversy.

Especially Lakers fans, they completely disagree with Chen Xiao's decision.

After Smith announced the inside story of Chen Xiao's choice, Chen Xiao's behavior of almost ignoring the Lakers greatly stimulated the Lakers.

Soon, the hottest topic on the Internet was that a Lakers fan shot a video at his home. In the video, you can see that he took the Lakers purple and gold No. 7 jersey he just bought, Chen Xiao, into the yard. After igniting the ignition material, Chen Xiao's jersey was burned instantly.

During the burning process, the Lakers fan also extended his middle finger to Chen Xiao's jersey to express his disappointment and anger towards Chen Xiao.

To be fair, before Chen Xiao made his decision and while the finals were still going on, a large number of Chen Xiao's Lakers jerseys had already appeared in Los Angeles.

Of course, they were all printed and modified by Lakers fans themselves.

Therefore, the Lakers fans burning Chen Xiao's jersey in such anger seemed a bit funny to many people.

In other words, this is a bit like throwing acid when courting fails, and the third brother is full of taste.

Soon, a Lakers fan organization announced that the so-called Lakers fan who posted a video online burning Chen Xiao's jersey was a Celtics fan. Obviously, the time in the video was Eastern Time.

And using Eastern Time to refer to fans of the team as the Lakers, this must not be fans of the Nets, Knicks and Wizards, right?

If you are not a fan of these teams, you must be a Celtics fan.

Finally, the spokesperson of the Lakers fan organization also said: "We don't like Wonder Boy, but we wish him well. This is a brave decision, perhaps the bravest decision in history."

The bravest decision in history, this is what the national public opinion community said after Chen Xiao made this decision.

Chen Xiao's decision not only exploded public opinion throughout the NBA, but also shocked many people's evaluation of Chen Xiao's character.

In the history of the NBA, there are actually quite a few such blockbuster decisions.

Before this, some people wanted to go to a stronger team and pursue the championship more simply, thereby forming a super invincible lineup and team, such as the most famous "Big Seven" composed of O'Neal, Malone, Carter, etc.

There are also those who do not want a championship-level team to pursue higher commercial value and monetary interests for commercial purposes. For example, when O'Neal left the Magic and went to Los Angeles, the Magic was definitely stronger than the Lakers at the time.

Whether a superstar leaves his team to go to the next team for money or an easier way to win a championship, there has never been a situation like Chen Xiao who went to a team that is more difficult to win and may have less commercial value. After all, although Charlotte is not a small city, it is the headquarters of the NCAA!

In the city of Charlotte, the NBA’s market is basically zero.

Otherwise, why do you think the Hornets would move from Charlotte to New Orleans?

Because the Hornets think New Orleans has a better market than Charlotte.

It’s true that Charlotte is a basketball mecca, and it’s true that the basketball market here is huge, but it just can’t accommodate an NBA team.

And this is also the reason why Chen Xiao's decision is incredible.

He wants a championship but no championship, he wants a business value but no commercial value, and he wants to establish his so-called dynasty in such a place that is almost a desert and desert...

To be honest, this is just a pipe dream.

Of course, if it can really be done, it will be exactly what Jordan said to Chen Xiao, this is the greatest achievement and the greatest dynasty.

But first, this needs to be possible.

Obviously, basically no one can believe that Chen Xiao and Jordan can do this.

As a league superstar, he is the first person to make such a hasty decision.

It’s no wonder that even TNT legend Barkley, who had no dealings with Chen Xiao, was heartbroken.

Regarding Chen Xiao’s decision, Barkley, the legendary NBA star and TNT’s leading commentator, commented: “I regard (Chen Xiao’s decision) as the bravest decision I have ever seen made by a superstar. Move. It's that simple. That's how I look at it. He's one of the top three players in the world, and then he joins the least competitive team in every aspect, and he's leaving a championship team to join something like this. of the team. I thought it was an incredibly brave move."

"If it were me, if I stayed in New York and Los Angeles for a long time, no, even if I only stayed in Los Angeles and New York for a month, I would not go to a place like Cleveland. I'm sorry, this is not my opinion of Kerry. Fran's disrespect, this is the fact, Wonder Boy should not go to Charlotte, no matter how good Jordan says, he should not believe it."

"I know Michael Jordan too well. He always talks better than he sings. His words are not trustworthy. From what I know about Michael, he can't bring up the Wonder Boy."

"I swear, a few years from now, when we need to discuss the historical status of Wonder Boy in the NBA, he will definitely regret it, because he missed his peak years, and he will regret it. He spent the past few years in Charlotte. I wasted my time with Michael."

"As a viewer, I respect Wonder Boy's decision, but as an expert, I think it's a terrible decision."

"I'm not angry. I'm not angry because of Michael's manipulation while standing in the atmosphere. I'm stating the fact that Michael and Wonder Boy are on the road to becoming a laughing stock."

"I'm not being alarmist. The Wonder Boy is now on the road to becoming a laughing stock, because he was originally very strong, but now he gave up the option of easily succeeding and went to the Bobcats. If he can't win the championship, he will become a laughing stock. , may have won the championship, but it has damaged his historical status in the NBA. He may still become a laughing stock, so I think his decision was inappropriate. He forgot that Michael Jordan was not only his friend, but also his enemy. .”

"Wonderboy is the only person currently in the NBA who has the potential to surpass Michael Jordan in historical status. If Wonderboy languishes in Charlotte for a few years, this is the best move for Michael."

"So, I am more inclined to get Wonder Boy as a conspiracy of Michael. He is such a narrow-minded person. We are good friends. No one knows him better than me. This may be his real idea!"

"You all said that Michael is in the atmosphere, and now I have also learned about his conspiracy in the atmosphere!"

Good guy, Barkley's "Charles Conjecture" that NBA historians will call shocking the NBA in the future really blows up the NBA like a depth bomb.

Now, the entire NBA and the entire world are going crazy because of Chen Xiao's decision.

Chen Xiao, on the other hand, was saying goodbye to LeBron James.

All good things come to an end.

Xiao Zhan stayed with Xiao Chen until the last moment before making the decision.

"You are the only master here now. There is no one else and no other gods above you now."

"No, no matter where you go, you are the God who guides me forward. I am King James and you are God Chen."

Forever?

Chen Xiao looked at the sincere expression on Xiao Zhan's face and smiled, and in the end the expression on his face became as sincere as James's.

"Xiao Zhan, protect our kingdom. When you come back next time, I hope it will still be in full bloom."

"Yes, I will spend the rest of my life protecting everything we created!"

After saying that, the two hugged each other for a long time, then turned and left.

End of this volume.

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