legendary point guard

Just when the news that Lin Sen won the best rookie came back to the other side of the ocean, Li Wei said goodbye to a man wearing glasses with a somewhat bad expression. "Xinhua News Agency" reporter in New York Chen Cong saw this scene and recorded it. When he

After returning home, I discovered that the man who was seen off by Basketball Association Chairman Li Wei was the current head of the Huo family, Huo Zhenting...

As a reporter, he naturally knows how passionate the Huo family is about sports. Without the Huo family, China might not be able to host the Olympic Games. Moreover, judging from the content of the photos he took, Li Wei's face is not good, and he also knows that Li Weilai

He came to the United States to help the Chinese Men's Basketball Team recruit Lin Sen from the Orlando Magic, a Chinese-American player who had just won the NBA Rookie of the Year award and conquered countless fans.

"Did that Lin Sen refuse the call from the country?" Chen Cong thought. Thinking of this, he felt the need to contact some leaders Li Wei.

"Wang Lin, I don't know what the situation is between you and him, but I still have to say something." Li Wei said into the phone. After arriving in New York, Wang Lin left his hometown by meeting his old classmates.

Lin Sen's agent tactfully rejected his invitation a few days ago. This change of attitude surprised Li Wei. Although Lin Sen did not agree to become a Chinese citizen at first, he did not refuse directly. After repeated

After asking about the reason, David Falk vaguely told him that it was because some leaders could not see the future of the Chinese men's basketball team, and then revealed that some people had violated Lin Sen's bottom line.

Wang Lin immediately thought that Lin Sen had revealed what happened that day, but although he was stupid, he was not that stupid: "Chairman Li, I don't know what you mean."

"Okay, okay, okay, you don't know, you don't know, I can only tell you now that Lin Sen basically rejected us, and the Jeremy Lin from Harvard and Derek Rodrigo from Washington State we were looking for before

We don’t want to give up our American citizenship, so we got nothing from our trip to the United States.” Li Wei hung up the phone angrily.

Wang Lin on the other end of the phone was stunned for a moment and then sneered: "No gain, no gain. If he dares to join me and kill him, he dares to steal my people." For a loser like Wang Lin, he doesn't care about the so-called political achievements.

, he didn’t believe that Lin Sen could change anything.

Huo Zhenting, who returned to the hotel, was also very satisfied with his conversation with Li Wei. Although he essentially wanted Lin Sen to join the Chinese men's basketball team. After all, the Chinese men's basketball team is at the top level in Asia, but after meeting Lin Sen that day, he thought about it at night.

After the idea suddenly popped up in his mind, he began to try to see if it was possible to implement it. Tonight, he got a satisfactory answer in his meeting with Li Wei. What he has to do now is to convince some people in China

The man agreed to help him, otherwise his plan would be in vain.

Of course, these premises were all established after communicating with Li Wei. Huo Zhenting got support almost overnight. Of course, he paid a lot of money for this. After getting the consent of the relevant departments in the mainland, Huo Zhenting immediately arranged for the plane to fly at 5 a.m.

Return to Hong Kong.

Jiang Junhui is one of the top reporters of Hong Kong's "Oriental Daily News". Today he needs to interview Zeng Yinquan, who will be in office until June 30. He wants to ask Zeng Yinquan what he thinks about his re-election, but not long after he arrived

He discovered that Huo Zhenting had entered the Hong Kong political ax headquarters. However, it was normal for a family of the Huo family's level to meet with the chief executive, so Jiang Junhui didn't take it to heart and entered the reception room to wait.

At this time, Huo Zhenting was talking to Zeng Yinquan in the Chief Executive's office. Zeng Yinquan did not expect that Huo Zhenting would bring him such news. Zeng Yinquan naturally knew that when the current economic downturn in Hong Kong continues, the independence trend is getting stronger and stronger.

Using this method to change people's attention may be a good way, and it is likely to stimulate people's vitality instead of just staying in complaints.

"If it is really possible, I fully support it. The 'Mainland Talent Import Plan' will open the door to this matter at any time. I don't think anyone will disagree. I will hold a meeting in the afternoon. You can go ahead and do it. Everything is available here."

Me." Zeng Yinquan said with a smile. Things in Hong Kong are also giving him a headache now. Sports have changed the social situation too much. Huo Zhenting's proposal is undoubtedly good news.

After receiving a clear answer, Huo Zhenting felt that he had taken the first step in the Long March, but he believed that as long as he paved the road ahead within this month, everything would be possible. Of course, if he wanted to pave the way, he would need the help of Lin Sen

With the idea in mind, Fok Zhenting, who was in Hong Kong in the morning, flew to Orlando in the afternoon.

"What, Mr. Huo, are you sure you're not joking?" Lin Sen couldn't believe Huo Zhenting in front of him. Lin Sen couldn't believe Huo Zhenting actually invited him to join the Hong Kong team.

Huo Zhenting smiled: "I know this is a bit crazy, but I don't think I lied to you. I sincerely invite you to join Hong Kong. Of course, I know that the United States is very interested in letting you join the American team. With all due respect, you join the American team.

Where do you think you will be? Higher than Kobe, higher than James, higher than Wade?"

"At least not possible for now."

"I can even say that your entire career is impossible. Even if you are outstanding enough to become the first person, you will always be a yellow-skinned person to the United States. They will not let you become their hero and they will not because

Without one, you will lose your due competitiveness..."

"But Mr. Huo, if you ask me to join Hong Kong, I'm sorry, I might as well join China. At least China is at the top in Asia, at least as big as Yao and Arab League. Their original strength is almost enough to compete in the top eight.

Their weakness lies in the back line, and I believe I have the ability to change them."

"But you don't want to join China, don't you? I knew your thoughts that day. I am very patriotic but I also know certain national conditions. Just like when I came to you, I have paved the way. You will return to China nationality first and then

We will use the Mainland Talent Admission Scheme to introduce you and allow you to permanently obtain the right of abode in Hong Kong."

Lin Sen listened to Huo Zhenting's words. At least in this convenience, he still felt that Huo Zhenting, a highly respected person, valued him, but he was grateful for the appreciation: "Mr. Huo, I am very grateful for your attention to me, but do you think that I

Is it strong enough for one person to have the ability to dominate Hong Kong basketball for a century? To put it bluntly, not even Jordan can do this."

Huo Zhenting was not angry at all, with a confident expression on his face: "Lin Sen, I know what you are thinking. Do you think I brought you into the Hong Kong team just to increase the popularity of Hong Kong basketball? I have done a lot of work with you.

Before contacting me, my assistant had already obtained many players with Chinese ancestry around the world. Although the information was incomplete, there were still quite a few.

For example, Jeremy Lin and Derek Luo, who were contacted by Chairman Li of China some time ago, have already been approved by me. Of course, the premise is that you can join the Hong Kong men's basketball team. Not only are they but also a player from West Virginia State University.

Joe Alexander, he was named the next NBA star of hope.

And I also hired scouts to inspect him. His physical fitness is top-notch. The key is that because he has lived in China for seven years and his mother is Taiwanese, he can choose to join the China Men’s Basketball Team. But currently he I

There's no way to fix it, but I think it can be done if you come forward."

With that said, Huo Zhenting pushed the document in his hand in front of Lin Sen.

The first two people Huo Zhenting mentioned, Lin Sen, have both heard of it recently and watched their games. Although Jeremy Lin is still very immature, he feels pretty good about it, while Derrick Luo is much more mature.

Haven't heard of that Joe Alexander Linson yet.

"Team building plan?" Lin Sen read the title of the folder cover and opened it. The first page clearly belonged to him. When he opened the second page, it said "Naturalization" at the top, but there were only these two on the whole page.

In Chinese characters, turn to the third page and you will see Joe Alexander, who introduces this person's family background, technical analysis and future prospects in detail.

The fourth page is that Harvard boy Jeremy Lin, the fifth page is that Derrick Rowe, but the most surprising thing is that there is an introduction by Mike Bibby on the sixth page.

"Grandma is Chinese?" Lin Sen looked at Bibby's family relationship chart in surprise. However, it was later introduced that Bibby had represented the United States in the Olympic trials so he could not represent Hong Kong. Lin Sen couldn't help but secretly despise this.

After a while, Huo Zhenting couldn't write it down. Only then did Lin Sen realize that he was actually interested in joining Hong Kong.

"Samir Gao?" Lin Sen could hardly believe it, because the data about this Chinese-American introduced on the seventh page really shocked Lin Sen.

This player named Samir Gao, whose Chinese name is Gao Kun, is a sophomore at Future Baptist Bible College in the NCAA** League. He was born in 1987. His mother is Chinese and his father is African-American. He is 2.08 tall and plays power forward, averaging 24 points per game.

At the same time, he can contribute 18 rebounds and 5 blocks. But what is also shocking is that this guy averages 5 fouls per game, and his average playing time is less than 30 minutes per game. Lin Sen looked at this guy's shooting percentage and it turned out to be terrifying.

68%.

Continuing to read, it turns out that Samir Gao's physical fitness is too high, with a vertical jump of one meter. Lin Sen can also understand why this player has such terrifying statistics in the ** league.

Then there were some introductions, but they were not very good. After the introduction of these Chinese players, there were also some c**a Chinese players planned to be introduced, and then there was a basic introduction to the Hong Kong team. Finally, there were a few empty pages with the words "Coach"

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"finish watching?"

Lin Sen nodded: "After reading it, to be honest, at least I see sincerity for this one, but there is still a big difference between sincerity and prospects."

It was unrealistic for Lin Sen to demand patriotism from him. Huo Zhenting also knew this, but he knew that although Lin Sen looked like a sunny and handsome boy, he was extremely eager to win in his heart, so he decided to take advantage of this.

"To be honest, this plan has many shortcomings, especially the convenience of players. Our original players are indeed not very good. Song Fang and Luo Yiting are players we can use. After all, most of them are amateurs, but our introduction

The plan is not over yet. Even with the top lineup on this list, you don’t have the confidence to lead Hong Kong, which has no naturalized players, into the top three in the Asian Championships in the summer. This time, the Chinese team only sent young players for training because the Olympic host country will win the championship.

To qualify for next year's Olympics, the second and third place can participate in the qualifying round."

"Yes!" Lin Sen's tone was very confident.

"That's okay, what if we naturalize another real superstar?" Huo Zhenting's words surprised Lin Sen.

"Super star?"

"Yes, superstar, the FIBA ​​rules are there, they only allow to naturalize a player who is not within the scope of the plan, so since we want to make a difference, why not naturalize a superstar, although it is difficult, but we will come up with something

Sincerely, I can promise you in the name of the Huo family that we will give you a superstar before the Olympics next year."

Lin Sen was stunned by Huo Zhenting's guarantee. This was no joke in the name of the Huo family, but Lin Sen still didn't believe that a superstar could be naturalized. However, even if he was not a superstar but a first-class player, it would be a huge achievement for Lin Sen.

s help.

"I think being an opponent against the United States is more meaningful to you than being a teammate, right? Let me tell you something that you may not like to hear. No matter how you go, you are just like us. You have yellow skin and you are the pride of countless Chinese people.

, even if you don’t want to represent it yourself, it is a fact.”

Regarding Huo Zhenting's words, Lin Sen had to admit that he had realized this since his college days, and he had experienced it more vividly in NBA. No matter which away game he went to, he could see local Chinese and international students cheering for him, and even

Many people have even given up their jobs and even traveled thousands of miles.

"You acquiesced, right? Don't worry, I won't embarrass you. I respect your choice, although I really hope you can join the Hong Kong team. In addition, you have the right to decide on this naturalized player and coach, including other players." Huo Zhenting said this

The words undoubtedly gave Lin Sen a great privilege.

"Mr. Huo, to be honest, I am very moved." Lin Sen expressed his thoughts.

Huo Zhenting laughed when he heard Lin Sen's words: "That's good, as long as your heart is willing, everything is possible. There are still almost three months before the start of the Asian Championships. We hope to improve the team as much as possible before then.

Of course, we will not ask the Chinese Basketball Association to ask you to give you more money like Yao Ming did. We can write this into the contract when the time comes. Of course, this premise is still based on your consent."

When Huo Zhenting left his house, Lin Sen was still in shock and couldn't help himself. Carolina looked at Lin Sen who was lost in thought and knew what the man just said that moved him.

"Have you eaten?" Lin Sen didn't know how long he thought about it. He came out of his thoughts when he smelled the aroma of vegetables.

"Yeah, it's time to eat. I thought you didn't want to eat tonight." Carolina said with a smile.

After dinner, Lin Sen watched the Bulls game highlights for a while and then lay down on the bed. In addition to thinking about what Huo Zhenting said, he also thought about what Stan Van Gundy said. Although the Magic has a strong capital of 20 million this summer,

But this premise is based on the fact that Grant Hill and Milicic do not renew their contracts, and it is also based on the fact that Howard and he are still on rookie contracts.

Of course, his own contract is only in the first year, so it won't affect anything, but Howard is different. The Magic will definitely renew his contract this summer, and I heard that Howard asked for a maximum salary, so I hope he can renew his contract with 20 million this offseason.

There is about 10 million left after Er and Milicic, plus Howard's annual salary next year will be at least 15 million, so the Magic are destined to pay the luxury tax, plus his future contract, the luxury tax will be terrible.

Although it doesn't matter if the big boss makes the decision and pays the luxury tax, Otis Smith must still adhere to the principle of not paying if he can. Then who can be signed for 10 million, and the ball rights come to Lin Sen's mind one by one.

Chauncey Billups?

Lin Sen shook his head. Billups is a player he likes very much, a seriously underestimated player, and a player who can help the team achieve immediate results. But when Billups arrives, even if he plays double control with him,

Guard, but it will affect his status to some extent. From a selfish point of view, Linsen does not want the team to sign Billups.

Arenas?

Lin Sen still remembered the scene of his first fight with Arenas, but he knew Arenas's last name better, so Arenas would not accept Magic's olive branch without Lin Sen's advice.

Vince Carter?

Lin Sen believed that he would come to the Magic. What's more, Lin Sen didn't believe that Carter was willing to come and help him. Lin Sen wouldn't mind if he wanted to, but Lin Sen thought about it with his toes and knew that it was impossible for Carter to come.

Anderson Varejao?

If the Magic renew Milicic's contract, then Varejao will be redundant, unless Varejao is willing to lower his worth to come to the Magic, not to mention that James is absolutely not willing to let Varejao be poached by the Magic.

In addition, Lin Sen thought of the Argentinian players Andis Noccioni of the Bulls and Gerald Wallace of the Bobcats whom he just saw. Both of these players have defensive abilities that the Magic want.

What is needed to take a closer step is that Gerald Wallace is the core of the Bobcats and Nocchione is an important player of the team and not the core. Although Gerald Wallace is the core, Jordan's stinginess does not necessarily mean

How big a contract can be given? If the team can get Noccioni or Gerald Wallace, then the defensive core that connects the inside and outside can be found. After thinking about it, Lin Sen suggested that Stan Van Gundy give it a try.

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Thinking about the bright future of the Magic and the possibility of playing against the American team, Lin Sen slowly became sleepy. In the end, Lin Sen didn't even know when he fell asleep. When he woke up, it was already the next day.

Morning.

At this time, the news "Lin Sen Missed China" by "Xinhua News Agency" reporter in New York, USA, had caused crazy discussions on the other side of the ocean. Almost at the same time, Director of Leisure and Cultural Services of Hong Kong, Zhou Daming, announced that on a certain day

A large number of sports projects have implemented the "Mainland Talent Import Plan", which triggered extensive discussions among Hong Kong reporters and the public. Subsequently, "The Sun" reporter Zhao Xueqian expressed his opinion in the "Sun" that it is not easy to live in the United States.

The rising Chinese player Wood Lin is likely to be the main candidate for Zhou Daming's plan.

The release of this news triggered heated discussions among Hong Kong people and even spread back to China. On the other side of the Pacific, Lin Sen has already entered the arena and started training. (To be continued.)