Lisko’s American Life

Yao Ming also reflected on his performance in today's game from his own position. To be honest, he listened to what the coach said thoroughly.

Originally, according to my own idea, I retired directly this year. After all, I am old, and the profession of athletes is a high-risk industry. When he participated in competitions a few years ago, he also suffered a little bit of injury. At this time, his physical fitness could no longer support him, and he continued to compete at a high intensity.

Of course, the most important thing is that he can't see the hope of winning the championship, which made him completely lose confidence and decide to retire.

The follow-up invitations from the team general manager and the team owner rekindled his hope. In addition, he really loves basketball. As a champion, I also feel that my basketball career is not so perfect.

Since he came to the team, he has been conscientious. Almost every time the coach arranges training, he is the first to arrive, rain or shine.

The relationship with all teammates is also relatively good, and he doesn't look like a superstar at all. Instead, he is amiable and quickly relies on his emotional intelligence to become the most popular member of the entire team.

During the preseason, the atmosphere of the whole team was relatively good. Whether it was the rookie Antetokounmpo, or himself and another team, the cooperation between Paul was relatively seamless.

If this progress continues, according to his many years of experience in this league, this team already has the size and appearance of a strong team in the playoffs.

I originally thought that this season would be a season for me to gain glory, but I didn't expect that since entering the regular season, after suffering a defeat, this situation has become the norm. So far, I have lost 5 games in a row.

To be honest, for a veteran player who has struggled in this league for many years, a loss in a game will not shake his confidence. few.

No one can guarantee a winning streak in the regular season, and it is almost impossible not to lose a game. After all, to maintain a team, it is almost an extravagant hope not to lose a game in 82 games. Jordan's Bulls, who have the No. 1 player in history, only created a history of 72 wins.

But the situation that makes Yao Ming extremely worried at this time is another thing, that is, all members of the entire team have lost their mentality of fighting for victory, as if lost by repeated blows, and they don't even know what to do when they are on the court. How to play basketball, everyone seems to be in a mess.

He is not afraid of failure. What he is afraid of is himself. All his teammates are lost. When he comes to the court, the only one who can stay awake is himself. He can't complete the feat of 1v5.

When he saw the coach leaving in disappointment and annoyance, Yao Ming knew that he could no longer remain silent. If no one stood up to wake up this group of confused teammates, then the number of consecutive losing games would continue to increase. , It is even possible for the team to bid farewell to the playoffs directly.

Thinking of this, he stood up. With his tall and strong body, everyone's eyes immediately fixed on him following his actions.

At this time, the Nuggets did not clearly state who is the leader of the team. Yao Ming and Paul have the same voice in the team. It's not enough to compete for this title.

The other players are only the quasi-starters in this league. They have abilities, but it is almost impossible to become a superstar. Therefore, in front of Yao Ming and Paul, no one stood up to compete for the boss. name.

And Paul is more liked by the team managers and coaches, while Yao Ming is more loved by the big boss of the team, so the two have reached a balance for the time being, and as long-established superstars, they don't care about the title. Gathered together, then there is only one goal, which is to win this year's championship.

Seeing Yao Ming standing up, Paul's eagerness to move immediately became stable. If the other party didn't stand up and reprimand him, he would have spoken. After all, for the other players in the locker room, only two people could count He is a senior, and he has the responsibility to stand up and wake up everyone.

"The coach is right. Our state has been sluggish for 10 points during this period, so it is not unpredictable to achieve a losing streak. I don't know what the problem is, but I can only talk about my own feelings. It’s that when everyone is on the court, they seem to have lost their previous tacit understanding.”

The locker room was extremely quiet at this time, and everyone was listening to the words of this usually kind oriental behemoth. They were eager to know how to break out of the current predicament.

"I don't know why everyone chooses to play basketball. Is it because of love or because they want to get everything through basketball and change their original life, but for me, basketball is the most indispensable part of my life. Originally, according to my this year's The idea is to choose to retire."

When Yao Ming said this, all the other members looked at each other in astonishment and astonishment. Although there were some speculations outside and the corresponding reports from the media, everyone knew that those reporters always made groundless rumors for no reason. , I didn't expect this matter to be admitted by the person himself today.

"I originally thought that we were a strong team competing for the championship in the playoffs this year. I didn't expect to be hit so hard at the beginning of the season. According to this form, we may not make it to the playoffs."

As a veteran player who has played in the league for many years, what Yao Ming said made everyone's face hot. After all, there is no team that does not yearn to enter the playoffs and fight hard.

The regular season is just a training ground for all teams, and it is only in the playoffs that they really fight. It is also the holy place that every basketball player dreams of.

"I will invite our boss to watch the game tomorrow. I hope that each of you can show your full strength. Since the boss bought the team, you have also enjoyed it, whether it is funds or various supports. I hope you can give back to each other with your excellent performance.”

After saying these words, Yao Ming picked up his bag and walked out of the locker room. Paul followed closely behind. He felt that Yao Ming had finished what he wanted to say. I believe these people will have a good reflection. I need to spend more time talking.