One Guard

The weather in Dallas isn't too bad at the end of October. The Texas sunshine always lasts for a long time, at least in October, the sky here does not turn gloomy. The temperature of 14 degrees to 26 degrees makes the city not much different from summer even in October.

Wen Xue was walking by the famous White Rock Lake in Dallas. From a distance, she could even see the villas built by the oil magnates and rich people in Texas. The mother stopped by the lake, closed her eyes, and took a deep breath of the fresh air by the lake. On the surface of the lake, the breeze blows, Wen Xue's hair is scattered on her shoulders, this woman is completely relaxed at this moment, embracing the whole world.

How long did that dreadful life last? Wen Xue couldn't remember. For the past ten years, she has worried about her son almost every day. Will he follow the example of the kid next door? Will it cause trouble at school again? What will happen to this child's future?

And now, the single mother finally no longer has to worry about these things. Her son had gone to college, made his way, and became one of the stars of the city of Dallas. Those mansions built by the lake will not make Wen Xue feel envious at this moment. Because she and her son also bought a small villa in Dallas.

Basketball, let her husband leave the game, let their family leave China, and let that pillar die on the street. Basketball, however, allowed Yiyang to thrive, allowing Yiyang to belong at a restless age, and allowing Yiyang to become a professional player. Wen Xue looked at herself on the lake and couldn't help smiling. Basketball, sometimes really is so wonderful.

"You are... Mrs. Yi, right?" Just as Wen Xue was thinking about all kinds of incredible things facing the huge Baiyan Lake, a young man with blond hair who seemed to be jogging in the morning came to Wen Xue before.

"Sir, are you..."

"God! It seems that you are really Yi's mother! I saw you on TV, but I didn't expect to meet a real person here! So, you and Yi also live by the White Rock Lake?" It turns out that the young man is the Dallas Mavericks a fan of .

"Oh, no, I'm just here for a walk." Wen Xue's mother showed a gentle smile, and the young man in front of her was even a little fascinated.

"Madam, can you please...can you take a photo with me? You know, although there are many rich people by the Baiyan Lake, they rarely meet celebrities!" the young man said, picking up his phone . If he puts the photo with Yiyang's mother on his Ins homepage or Facebook, it will definitely make many fans and friends envious!

"My God, I'm not a celebrity, sir." The woman from China was flattered.

"A mother who can cultivate this kind of player is of course a great star! All Dallas fans are eager to bring a championship trophy together with others!"

Afterwards, the two took a quick photo together. The young fan seemed very excited, and said that next time he would definitely buy a ticket and sit in the front row to cheer for Yiyang. After saying goodbye to Wen Xue, the young man left happily. By the Baiyan Lake, this mother was the only one left.

At this moment, the phone in Wen Xue's bag vibrated. The mother with a smile on her face took out her mobile phone and saw that it was Yiyang.

"Mom, where are you? We have to go to the airport." It was only when talking to Wen Xue that Yi Yang's tone became a little warmer.

"I went out for a stroll. Is it really okay to bother Mr. Cuban so much?......"

After two home games, the Mavericks will play their first away game of the season in Los Angeles on the last day of October, the day after tomorrow, on the 31st. Of course, the opponent of the Mavericks is not the defending champion Lakers, but the Clippers with newly promoted No. 1 pick Blake Griffin.

Originally, Yiyang's away game had nothing to do with Wen Xue, but Cuban kindly invited Wen Xue to watch the match in Los Angeles.

In fact, not only Wen Xue, but also many family members of players are within the scope of the invitation.

As one of the league's most humane owners, Cuban has never been stingy in this regard. In fact, the money for inviting the players' families to watch the game is not worth mentioning to Cuban.

Wen Xue, who was never embarrassed to refuse others, naturally agreed, so now, when Yiyang is going to fly to Los Angeles with the team, Wen Xue will also set off together.

"No problem, Dirk says Cuban does it a lot. Didn't you say you always wanted to go to L.A. in Long Beach? Now, we're going to L.A.."

After hearing Yiyang finish speaking, Wen Xue felt very relieved. Yes, the once dream has now become a reality step by step. Maybe something that I didn't dare to think about before may come true? For example...can my son lift the O'Brien Cup?

Two hours later, a plane carrying the Mavericks and some of the players' families left Dallas soil. City of Angels, get ready for your travelers.

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California, Los Angeles, City of Angels. For Yiyang, this is a city that is both unfamiliar and familiar. Long Beach, where Yiyang has lived for more than ten years, is one of the satellite cities of Los Angeles.

But Long Beach and Los Angeles seem to be two completely different cities. Hollywood, Disneyland, Universal Studios, Beverly Hills... These things undoubtedly do not reveal the luxury of the city of Los Angeles.

Los Angeles is a huge stage, even for NBA players. He is also the No. 1 pick, and he only officially started playing in the NBA this year. But compare Griffin and Wall's attention, and you know what Los Angeles means to a player.

With high exposure, high attention, and high income, Los Angeles is more than just a basketball court for everyone. This is a huge show, a huge market, and a huge economic complex!

For Yiyang, the match against the Los Angeles Clippers was just an ordinary game. But for Bill Duffy, Los Angeles is not that simple.

"Advertisement?" Yiyang was a little surprised when he saw the manager flying thousands of miles in front of him.

"That's right, Adidas will shoot a TV commercial for you in Los Angeles. Don't worry, it won't take you long. I promise, it will be done within three hours!" Duffy knew Yiyang's character, It was true that this kid played basketball for money, but it seemed that he only wanted to concentrate on making money for playing basketball. This kind of personality is a good thing, at least Yiyang won't fall into the world of flamboyance like many geniuses do. But commercially speaking, this is not a good thing. Why did Duffy come in person? If it was Jennings, he only needed to make a phone call, and the other party would obediently shoot the advertisement. But Yiyang, if you want to occupy his training time, then you have to do it yourself!

Yiyang is very clear that if he does not become stronger, he will never be able to survive in this world. And the only way to become stronger is to work hard! But Duffy has come in person, and Yiyang can't just let people come here for nothing. After all, Duffy has always been kind to himself and his mother.

"Why did you shoot in Los Angeles? Can't you go back to Dallas?" the cold boy asked.

"Why? This is Los Angeles, man! Well, maybe you don't know what Los Angeles means..."

"It means drugs, crime and discrimination." Yiyang recalled his experience in Long Beach.

"Um... Let me tell you this. Adidas found a very rare person to shoot commercials with you, because that person happens to be in Los Angeles right now, shooting posters and personal photos for the Lakers. So, They will choose to ask you to shoot now. If you miss this time, I’m afraid there will be no chance of cooperation.”

"Photo?" Yiyang was a little confused.

"That's right...the photo...Actually, this person is a girl..."

"A certain big star?" Yi Yang held his forehead.

"Really not! Let me tell you, she is a veritable professional basketball player! Believe me, you will have a lot of common topics!" Bill Duffy's eyes suddenly lit up, as long as basketball is mentioned, it is considered to be caught Yiyang's handle!

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"Your performance in the last game was really great! You almost scored a double-double..." On the way to the shooting location, Adidas employees kept saying good things about Yiyang. In fact, it's not a flattery, because Yiyang's performance so far is indeed good enough.

However, no matter how people chat with him, he just agrees a few words casually. Yiyang has such a personality that he is as cold as ice to strangers.

However, Yiyang also noticed that those employees would always laugh badly from time to time. Because they are really looking forward to what kind of chemical reaction will be produced when such a man who is as cold as snow in winter meets a woman who is as hot as a volcano.

After stopping the car, Yiyang came to a street basketball court. He looked inside. There were several cameras, several directors and some Adidas staff.

But there is one person who has become the most conspicuous among them. Slender legs, fair skin, a bust that is difficult to "handle" and a delicate face that is incompatible with a basketball player.

Yiyang looked at the slender woman in front of him, turned his head, and walked to Bill Duffy. "Is she really a professional basketball player?" Yiyang felt cheated.

Although the girl on the court was wearing Adidas basketball shoes and basketball uniform, Yiyang felt that such a girl would be a star or a model.

"Of course! A fake professional player! Don't underestimate her, she is a member of the Italian national team! She participated in the World Championships at the age of 18, and has more experience in international competitions than you! Moreover, she is just like you, playing Number one!" Bill Duffy knew that Yiyang would be shocked. After all, this girl is indeed very different from the "traditional" women's basketball players.

Yiyang turned back in disbelief. At this moment, the girl in basketball jersey and basketball shoes had already walked towards Yiyang. Yiyang looked at this picture, it turned out that the girl who is still beautiful playing basketball does not only exist in comics.

"Valentina Vignelli." This cheerful girl stretched out her hand to Yiyang with a smile. As a professional player, this girl seems to be "long" all over, even her hair and fingers are too long. No exception.

"Yiyang." Yiyang's tone was still cold, and he gently held hands with Vignali.

"Hey, are you... are you blushing?" Vignali laughed heartily. Are all Asian boys so shy?

"Los Angeles is too hot!" Yiyang hurriedly found an excuse for himself, of course, this couldn't fool the lively Vignari.

Watching this scene, Bill Duffy smiled, wondering if this piece of ice would be melted by the heat from Italy?

Los Angeles is such an amazing place.