The Way of the Center

In addition to Chinese fans, the group most concerned about Yao Ming's injury is undoubtedly the local fans and reporters in Houston.

They searched for Yao Ming everywhere, and brought all the people related to Yao Ming to inquire about the situation.

Wu Hua is a professional reporter, but he is also an out-and-out basketball fan. Yao Ming, the flag of Chinese basketball, was injured, and he was very concerned. It's a pity that the task given to him by the superior is to keep an eye on all of An Jie's itineraries.

In fact, Wu Hua doesn't need to squat at all, An Jie will tell Wu Hua his itinerary with confidence every time. It's just that Wu Hua is not very familiar with Houston, so he left early, planning to spend some time looking for the location of Olajuwon's training camp in the suburbs. Unexpectedly, this place is not difficult to find. After asking two or three people, he reached his destination.

In fact, Dameng's training camp is not limited to Houston, but this summer, only in Houston can you get personally taught by Dameng.

According to Wu Hua's information, Olajuwon has accepted a total of two people into the training camp in Houston this summer, and these two people will be personally guided by him.

Wu Hua knew that An Jie was one of them, but Wu Hua didn't know who the other guy Dameng was looking for was.

Besides Wu Hua, there were a few local reporters at the gate of the training camp. Although An Jie is already the best rookie in the 08-09 season, his appeal is obviously not that great. And most of the people who came to Houston came for Yao Ming, and they didn't care about a rookie's summer training at all.

Suddenly, a black stretched Mercedes-Benz car stopped at the entrance of the training camp. The few reporters immediately surrounded them, and Wu Hua was no exception.

"When did that kid change to this kind of car?" Wu Hua knew that An Jie was not such a high-profile person outside the court, and the lengthened Mercedes-Benz car was obviously not his style. Could it be that the person sitting in the car is another disciple of Dameng?

Thinking of this, Wu Hua became even more excited. Everyone will look forward to the moment when the suspense is revealed.

The cloudless weather caused Wu Hua to squint his eyes under the sun. The door of the extended car opened, and a black man with a bald head stepped out.

He was wearing a fancy shirt and board shorts, plain flip flops, and a pair of big sunglasses.

"Hey, how are you?" This guy greeted the reporters skillfully. When he saw this man's face, Wu Hua thought he was fainted by the violent sun.

He rubbed his eyes and forced his eyelids open against the sun.

You read that right, the guy who came to the Big Dream training camp is Kobe Bryant!

"Are you waiting for Ann? The best rookie should be here soon." Kobe also greeted Wu Hua when he passed by Wu Hua, and walked into the training camp with his bag alone.

Wu Hua hurriedly took out his mobile phone and called the editor on his head. Time difference? Fuck jet lag!

"Listen, wake up and sleepy, we might know about this matter earlier than CCTV. Besides An Jie, the second person who was personally guided by Dameng is Kobe!"

The editor was still dazed at first, but after hearing the word Kobe, he immediately regained his energy. Because no matter what news, as long as the word Kobe sticks to it, it will attract attention.

The winner of this season's championship, the finals mVp, the best first team, the best defensive first team... This season alone, Kobe has won various honors. This guy is probably much more popular in China than An Jiedu.

However, it was such a guy who came to the Olajuwon training camp to continue to improve himself just one month after winning the championship!

"In the entire NBA, maybe he is the only one who is more diligent than An Jie." Wu Hua shook his head. At least in terms of diligence, there is still some connection between Kobe and An Jie. Is this the selection criteria of the big dream?

Ten minutes later, when An Jie appeared in front of the reporters in a taxi, the reporters were not as excited as they were at the beginning. After all, the biggest dish had already been served in front of them.

"An, the person who trained with you this time has already entered." Wu Hua went up to hold An Jie's shoulder like a friend, no, these two were friends in the first place.

"Oh? Dameng asked us to gather at two o'clock, and it's only half past one. Is there anyone else who came earlier than me?" An Jie has always been the first one to arrive at the training ground. Today is the first time he came to the Dameng training camp. This record It was broken.

"Who is that person?" Thinking that he would spend nearly a month with Dameng and the guy who just entered, An Jie became curious.

"You will know when you go in, and you will never be disappointed."

Under the leadership of the trainer, An Jie walked through the steps and finally came to the gate of the training ground. The venue conditions of the Big Dream training camp are very ordinary, and there are many places in Houston with better facilities than here. But what's taught here is why it's worth $50,000 a week in training fees.

"It's here." The trainer turned his head and smiled at An Jie, and pushed open the door of the indoor basketball court.

An Jie followed and stepped onto the field. Except for the trainer in black short-sleeves, there were only two people in jerseys.

One was the "big dream" Olajuwon that An Jie had seen before, while the other guy stunned An Jie for a few seconds.

"Hi, Ann, why, you don't know me." Kobe smiled at An Jie amiably, while An Jie still maintained a dumbfounded expression.

A defender, why did he choose to participate in the Big Dream training camp? Kobe's low-post skills are already his big killer on the court. Is there really room for improvement in such a guy's low-post ability?

An Jie didn't know, but his own low-post skills were actually very perfect compared to most centers in this league.

"Hurry up and change clothes, Ann, the training starts on time at two o'clock!" Olajuwon pointed to the location of the locker room.

"Oh." An Jie suddenly became a little nervous, Kobe, Dameng. Really? I really want to train with these two legendary guys for nearly a month! ?

When Anjie changed his jersey and stood in front of Kobe and Olajuwon, he was sure that he was not dreaming. Everything around is real.

"Okay, let me explain something before the training starts, so as not to confuse you. Especially you, Ann, you must have a lot of questions in your mind." Olajuwon's words were to the point, expressing Anjie's true thoughts .

"Many people are questioning my training camp, because most players have little effect after practicing. I only say this to you. The reason for this is that my footwork and singles skills have a negative effect on the players. The threshold is very high!" Olajuwon was very confident when he said this, even though he stood in front of a player like Kobe Bryant.

"Comprehensive and solid basic basketball skills and comprehensive offensive skills, these two things are the basis for learning my low-post skills! However, few people who participate in my training camp can meet the requirements. It's just that others insist on coming, and I can't refuse. "

"So Ann, that's why I decided to invite you. As for Bryant, with his ability, it only takes a week or two to get out of the camp. But how long it takes you, that's entirely up to you. "After Olajuwon finished speaking, he picked up the basketball. "Then let's get started!"

Dameng doesn't teach the basics, and he will develop in a very deep direction as soon as he comes up. However, most of the people who participated in his training camp did not even meet the basic standards. Such a guy enters the camp, even if he learns, he only learns "type", but not "god". Because of this, it is difficult to produce talents in the big dream training camp. Isn't it nonsense that the rough guys come up to learn the most complicated low-level technology.

Although An Jie has not been in contact with formal basketball training for a long time, the time he started playing basketball is much longer than his dream back then.

Although not formal, under the guidance of An Shiran's "semi-professional", An Jie, who played basketball since childhood, has developed a solid foundation. Coupled with Divac's correct guidance in college, Anjie's skills have been improved to a higher level.

With such a foundation, Olajuwon is full of confidence in shaping Anjie.

"Bryant, your swaying shoulders are too stiff. You sway your shoulders just for the sake of swaying your shoulders. The purpose of your swaying shoulders is to confuse others, not just to make moves!" Olajuwon said. He reached out and fiddled with Kobe's posture.

"Let me demonstrate, Ann, you defend me from behind, just like you do in a real game. Watch my shoulder swing carefully, it will also be good for your defense in the future."

An Jie honestly supported Olajuwon's waist with his hands, and Kobe's eyes were focused. This guy who has already achieved fame is still so eager to learn.

With a little force on the back, Dameng began to shake his shoulders, not much, but every time it was the same as the real thing.

Shuang Huang shot a jumper with a shoulder fallback. Seeing this action, An Jie finally knew the purpose of Kobe's coming to the training camp.

An Jie was rendered unresponsive by Dameng Xun's lifelike shaking of his shoulders. He swore that he was really serious about defending just now.

"Yeah." Kobe nodded thoughtfully, and started practicing by himself.

"Ah?" An Jie's face was blank, what could he see just now?

Maybe that's why Bryant was able to leave camp in less than two weeks.

"Hahaha, don't worry, you haven't reached that level yet. Bryant, you can practice with the trainer first, and I will solve this kid's problem." Dameng smiled and pulled Angel aside. , This is the official start of the class.

Dameng continued to demonstrate, and An Jie followed suit in a decent manner. He learned so fast that Dameng's smile never stopped.

"Your center forward skills are really good, An, that Divac guy has built you well." An Jie's learning ability made Olajuwon nod in satisfaction.

From the scorching sun to the sunset, Anjie and Kobe were soaked in the training camp. An Jie has gained a lot. Although his low-level skills were already higher than many people before, under the training of Dameng, he actually felt that he still had a lot of room for improvement.

From two o'clock until seven o'clock in the evening, Kobe and Angie came out of the training camp.

"Where are we going to eat? Are you familiar with Houston?" Kobe changed back to his casual attire after training, and "tactfully" invited Anjie to have dinner.

"Except for the Toyota Center, I don't know the name of the second place in Houston." After spending a day with Kobe, Anjie was no longer restrained.

People say that Kobe is difficult to get along with. He is the reason why many players don't want to join the Lakers. But in Anjie's view, Kobe didn't have any strange temper.

Maybe only Angie and Gasol, who are humble and gentle off the court, can get along happily with Kobe.

"What a coincidence, my driver used to be a native of Houston. Let's go, Ann, you didn't drive here anyway, I treat you this time." Watching the stretched Mercedes approaching slowly, Kobe held An Jie's shoulder intimately .

"To be honest, you guys almost won last time." While chatting, An Jie and Kobe got into the car and disappeared on the old road leading to the city.

In addition to rest, summer is also a prime time for players to improve themselves. How much time you are willing to spend on training, how much you can get next season.

To what extent can Anjie's low-level technology be built by Dameng? (To be continued.) 8