Super Legendary Superstar

Kings training facility, Sacramento, California, USA.

The Kings' recent record can be said to be abysmal. They have now lost nine consecutive games. They suffered such a defeat not long after the start of the new season. This makes everyone in the Kings team feel very frustrated.

The same goes for "The Beast" Artest. He even became uninterested in training and sat in a chair in the corner of the arena in a daze.

"The Kings won't make it to the playoffs this season. It's terrible, terrible!" Artest was depressed. For a player like him who pursues confrontation and is obsessed with winning, the playoffs are where he can perform. stage, but the current team simply cannot give him what he wants.

Depression seems to have brought Artest this summer. Eric Musselman replaced Artest's beloved Rick Adelman as the new Kings coach. Bunch Wells left, It also makes Artest uncomfortable. In addition, the team's current record is abysmal, and it is getting further and further away from Artest's expected goals before the season, resulting in conflicts between the teams.

Now, the internal conflict between Artest and Mike Bibby has caused a stir in the media. Bibby said that Artest took too many shots, while Artest accused Bibby of being too poor in defense. The white man with his small body was beaten every night. Counterattack.

Young Kevin Martin walked up to Artest with a smile and asked with a kind smile: "Why don't you go to practice? Are you tired?"

Artest said with melancholy: "When have I ever been tired? I just think it's all so boring. Kevin, are you tired of basketball? I played basketball in the Catholic Youth Organization when I was 7 years old. Since I was a child, my father taught me how to box and play basketball. Even if it rains or snows, we will practice. My father will help me shovel the snow, and my brother will help me pick up the ball. Unless it is the kind of ball that cannot be hit in the rain. Up weather.”

Kevin Martin saw that Artest was upset, so he sat next to him and listened to him.

Artest took the water handed by Kevin Martin, looked at his listless teammates who were also training on the field in front, and said: "But after entering the NBA, my enthusiasm for basketball gradually waned, or in other words, that passion The passion is still there, but I can’t find the opportunity to release it. Now I feel that playing games is too boring. Don’t tell me who our next opponent will be. I don’t want to know at all. I don’t even want to play!”

Kevin Martin didn't say anything, but simply said: "Isn't that what the NBA is like? I know you, Ron, unless you are on a team competing for the championship, otherwise, there are only two teams in the league that will not let You feel bored."

"Oh? Which two?" Artest still prefers chatting with Kevin Martin. He feels that this guy can always talk to him.

"The Golden State Warriors, the most unique team in the league." Kevin Martin smiled and replied.

Artest also laughed after hearing this: "That's really a weird team. It's interesting, but I don't like shooting three-pointers that much, although I'm pretty good at three-pointers. Which team is the other team?"

"Orlando Magic." At this point, Kevin Martin's expression became a little serious, "You will definitely not find it boring in a team with Sun. His game is the most passionate and incredible. Think about his performance in the past few years. The people he has done, the people he has educated and played with, even the honest guy with a dull face like Kevin Durant, all gave Sun a pass like an alley-oop three-pointer. If you follow With him as a team, there will definitely be more interesting things happening."

At the mention of Sun Zhuo's name, Artest immediately felt a lot more energetic. Sun Zhuo does have this kind of magic power. Even when his name is mentioned, he can have such a strong feeling.

"That guy, huh, it would be interesting to be a teammate with him, but unfortunately we will never see this day." Artest did not deny what Kevin Martin said, but he knew that it was absolutely impossible for him and Sun Zhuo to do it. Teammates, this was doomed as early as the first season.

As soon as Sun Zhuo entered the league, he had a conflict with Artest and had a fight on the court. This was not over yet. After that, the two made a bet, and the loser kissed the donkey's ass. After that, they both made an appointment with WWE. The conflict between the two in the arena was known to everyone in the WWE, not to mention the NBA.

However, after training that day, when he returned home, he received a familiar but unexpected phone call. It turned out to be Sun Zhuo's agent Emma. Artest had previously urged Sun Zhuo to fulfill his promise to fight in the WWE. , I have called Emma many times, so I am familiar with Emma.

After answering the call, Artest was even more surprised because Emma said that she was in Sacramento at the moment and wanted to make an appointment with Artest.

Emma's figure is something that any man would be unable to control. Artest immediately dressed up at home and rushed to the date in a handsome dress. Emma did not mention the reason for the meeting, but Artest thought that she must be with him. Sun Zhuo has nothing to do with it.

"It has nothing to do with Sun, so why should I ask you out?" Emma said this not long after the two met.

Artest thought Emma was attracted to him, and was suddenly disappointed and surprised: "Sun sent you here? Why? I didn't say anything bad about him this season, nor last season. The relationship between me and him The fight ended long before WWE, what does he want to do with me?"

Since the WWE battle, Artest has been completely defeated by Sun Zhuo. Whether it is basketball level or singles ability, Artest is no match for Sun Zhuo. He has resigned himself to defeat and does not dare to challenge Sun Zhuo again.

Emma suddenly asked: "Ron, have you ever thought about playing on the same team as Sun?"

Artest was stunned for a moment at first. Just during the day, he and Kevin Martin discussed the possibility of him and Sun Zhuo being on the same team. Unexpectedly, it was such a coincidence that Sun Zhuo's agent ran away that day. Let’s ask Artest this question!

Artest became very excited, but laughed and said to Emma: "Playing with Sun? Hahaha, is this Sun's idea? Isn't he crazy? He actually wants to be my teammate, He and I have been our biggest rivals since we entered the league, and fans all over the world know this."

Emma said calmly: "It is precisely because you have experienced these grievances that you understand each other better and have a better understanding as teammates, right? And after being in WWE, Sun has always felt that you have won each other's respect. After that, you didn't have any tit-for-tat, and you can actually be friends. If you are willing to partner with Sun, the Magic will soon discuss the deal with the Kings. Before that, Sun respects your personal ideas."

Emma is right. After being abused in the WWE, Artest really began to respect Sun Zhuo in his heart and no longer had any prejudice or discrimination against him. But after all, Artest was the loser and defected to Sun Zhuo. He felt so ashamed.

Artest said firmly: "Tell Sun, I don't want to partner with him. I will never go to Orlando. I love it here. I get along very well with everyone on the Kings. Even if I am After the trade, I won't try my best to help him. Don't think that I don't know why he is looking for me. He is in trouble, right? The Celtics just defeated the Magic and Kevin Garnett named him. Teach Sun a lesson. The Magic will never get past the Celtics in the playoffs this season. Except for Sun, the other guys are too young and too soft. They are no match for Paul Pierce and the old guys, so he thought of me. , only I can deal with them, he just wants to use me to complete three consecutive championships for him, I won't help him!"

Artest immediately saw through Sun Zhuo's motives. Everyone knew that the Celtics had just overturned the Magic's home court in a majestic manner. Each of them was very tough, and the Magic, except for Sun Zhuo, could not compete with them at all. of.

In terms of toughness alone, no one in the league can match Artest.

Emma did not deny it, but said: "You can indeed bring Sun what he wants, but you should also see what you can get after coming to the Magic. Have you ever entered the finals? Have you won it?" A championship? Do you want to play in the fiercest competition in the playoffs? That is the stage where you can show your talents. Here, what you can do is too limited."

When it comes to the championship, Artest can't help but be moved. As a professional player, he has always dreamed of a championship. Although he is not old now and there will be many opportunities in the future, he can't wait to play on the highest stage. Show yourself. Watching two other teams compete for the championship every June makes Artest itchy. He also wants to enter the finals. If he joins the Magic, with Sun Zhuo's super personal strength, I am afraid that every year They will all be contenders for the championship.

"You don't have to say it, I don't want to partner with Sun!" Artest still refused happily.

Emma returned disappointed, and told Sun Zhuo all about today's conversation with Artest on the phone. After listening, Sun Zhuo said confidently: "That guy will be willing to come."

Sun Zhuo obviously knows Artest better than Emma. This guy just wants to save face. From Emma's description, Sun Zhuo has roughly guessed Artest's thoughts. Artest is definitely willing to compete with Sun Zhuo. Champion, he will not avoid Sun Zhuo for the rest of his life because of what happened before. He is not such a person without a pattern.

Sun Zhuo will wait patiently for a few days, and if there is really no movement, he will think of a way.

Sun Zhuo is injured this time and will miss a few games. Because it is a minor injury, Sun Zhuo will not use precious game cards to repeat the challenge. Moreover, Sun Zhuo has always wanted Durant to grow up faster. Without Sun Zhuo, Duran Special will get more opportunities to practice, which is a good thing for Durant and the team's newcomers, but the record may be a little worse.

The Magic's next opponent is the New Orleans Hornets. Before the game started, coach Stan Van Gundy said to Durant: "Kevin, in today's game, you will be the core of the team's offense, and you will get a lot of opportunities to take shots." , try every means to score, don’t care about the result.”

Even Sun Zhuo told Durant to keep taking shots, and even required him to take a minimum number of shots.

Standing on the court, Durant felt so much pressure for the first time since he entered the league. He started as a substitute and gradually became a starter. Now that Sun Zhuo is injured, he suddenly transformed into the team's top player. Sun Zhuo, coach He and other teammates seemed to support him.

"Kevin Durant, calm down. If I were in the Sonics, I would have been the boss all my life. There is nothing exciting about being the boss in this game. This is the treatment I deserve." Durant comforted himself, Let yourself feel more at peace.

Sun Zhuo also came to the scene today wearing a suit. He is looking forward to Durant's performance as the boss.

The Hornets are not a strong team. As soon as Durant came up, he hit jump shots from the outside and scored consecutive points. As the second overall pick, it took him so long to enter the league before he could perform. It seems that Durant can't wait for a long time.

Sun Zhuo smiled and looked at Durant on the court. He suddenly felt that he was a little different from the rookie Durant in his previous life. Maybe it was because of the jersey he was wearing. Durant wearing a Magic jersey didn't have such an airy temperament. .

Durant has a great touch, and the team gives him unlimited firing rights. The whole team is trying their best to feed him the ball. Durant's score quickly exceeded 20 points.

"This kid might score 40 points today." Stan Van Gundy whispered to Sun Zhuo.

Sun Zhuo said to Stan Van Gundy: "Let him get it, don't take him off the field, get as much as you can, he needs a record to maintain his confidence throughout the season."

Although Sun Zhuo intended to help Durant, Durant's personal ability was still not up to par. As the opponent's defense strengthened, his mistakes began to increase, his shooting percentage also began to decline, and the score was overtaken by the Hornets.

In the end, Durant scored a career-high 34 points, but the team lost.

Sun Zhuo was a little disappointed with this performance. Even though the whole team tried their best to feed the ball and made so many shots, they only scored 34 points. There was still a big gap between him and the invincible Durant that Sun Zhuo was familiar with. .

"In one season alone, Durant will never grow much. His role in the playoffs, especially when facing the Celtics, will be very low. Alas, this guy Artest is obviously with the Kings. There’s nothing wrong with him, he just can’t save the dignity to join me, he definitely wants to come here!”

Sun Zhuo knew very well what kind of person Artest was, and there was nothing wrong between the two of them. They just lacked a reason for reconciliation.

Coincidentally, the next game was when the Miami Heat came to Orlando to challenge the Magic. Sun Zhuo was still absent. When interviewing reporters, Dwyane Wade joked: "Sun Zhuo's injury has already healed, and he doesn't dare to follow me." It’s a game, so I didn’t play on purpose!”

A reporter also approached Sun Zhuo, who responded with a smile: "The only person in the league who can make me afraid to play is Ron Artest."

This sentence quickly spread to Artest's ears, and even his teammates also heard about Sun Zhuo's interview. Artest is very capable of being respected and even feared by the number one player in the league. It's face-saving.

Next, Sun Zhuo was looking forward to how Artest would respond.

What do you think is the winning rate between Sun Zhuo and Xie Chen now?