Starting from the last bus in the NBA

Chapter 75 Isn't That Enough?
Wang Hao really needs a sum of money, not a small sum of money to improve his life, but a large sum of money.

To improve his life, that's all for him!

Unless it's a luxurious enjoyment, otherwise, that's it.

He is a professional athlete, and he certainly won't waste himself, and he doesn't need to enjoy too much.

As for improving living conditions?
To be honest, Wang Hao is a little uncertain. He doesn't know if he will be able to stay in Seattle next year.

After all, he only has a one-year contract with the Sonics, so who knows what will happen next year?
Moreover, in the next seven or eight years, the Sonics changed hands several times, and even moved to Oklahoma.

It's not a good thing when the team is so volatile.

Wang Hao thought very clearly, no matter what happened, it would not be too late to make a decision until next year.

The reason why he needs money is mainly because he doesn't want to miss an opportunity to make a fortune.

Why even consider buying a house?

It's not because there is no money. If there is money, there is something to consider, just buy it by the building.

You can buy it in Seattle, you can buy it in Los Angeles, you can buy it in Beijing and Shanghai.

Wang Hao doesn't understand investment, but he hasn't forgotten those big things.

For example, explain the Internet bubble in 07, the subprime mortgage crisis in [-], and those stocks that can make money lying down.

Although he is an athlete, he doesn't intend to break into the mall, but, if he has money and doesn't make money, then he's a bastard?

Kobe and James, who didn't invest?

Kobe's investment company, James' pizza chain, the life of a star can't really just be basketball.

What's more, Wang Hao also plans to learn from Mr. Qiao and buy a basketball team after he retires in the future.

If you don’t work hard to make money now, what will you buy in the future?When you buy it back, you can only search and search like Mr. Joe.

Of course, these are episodes. Jeff Schwartz will do the commercial endorsement, and Wang Hao can play with peace of mind.

After two consecutive victories, the team atmosphere of the Sonics is good, but it needs to be maintained.

Gary Payton is still in a pair with Vernon Maxwell, which makes Wang Hao feel awkward.

As for Wen Baker, regardless of the basketball court, this guy can be considered a good guy.

Because he invited Wang Hao to drink.

If you are not of legal drinking age, drinking a glass of beer is a luxury, and it is too uncomfortable.

……

After a day's rest, the Sonics once again ushered in the challenge of their opponent, the Utah Jazz.

This can be regarded as the most powerful opponent the Sonics have encountered since the new season.

Today's Jazz is still recognized as a strong team in the West, and the playoffs are in the bag.

As long as John Stockton can still play, as long as Karl Malone is still strong, they are a strong team in the NBA.

It's just that, with the current lineup, it is obviously impossible for the Jazz to compete for the championship.

John Stockton is almost 38 years old, how much gas is left in the tank?Although Karl Malone is still strong, he can't stand alone.

As for teammates, there are only a few people who can help.

However, even if today's Jazz live up to the past, for the Sonics, this is still a huge challenge.

May 11, Seattle Key Arena.

On the field, players from both sides occupied a half of the field and were warming up, but someone chatted in the middle.

Gary Payton and Karl Malone, as the best players in the Western Conference, naturally know each other.

Not just acquaintances, but also a good relationship in private.

Otherwise, in the future, Karl Malone will not be suspected because of Payton Jr.'s excellent physical condition.

Wang Hao looked at the two people chatting happily, but he knew for a while, this is brother basketball again?

It is said that O'Neill has a good relationship with both of them. No wonder there will be such a thing as F4 in the future.

"King, cheer up, these guys are not easy to deal with!"

"understand!"

Seeing Gary Payton's serious expression, he also understood that today's game might not be too easy.

Sure enough, at the beginning of the game, the Jazz showed everyone what the ancestral pick-and-roll tactic is.

As a tactic in the NBA's many tactical systems, the pick-and-roll is extremely simple and clear.

But when you have a super guard and a super insider, a passing expert and a super scorer, you can definitely make your opponent feel scared.

John Stockton is old and old, but this pass is more and more enchanting, and he can always grasp the most appropriate timing.

In the face of Gary Payton's defense, John Stockton will never be tough, and it's a bit of a two-way game.

However, he doesn't never attack, he will keep scoring, so that opponents dare not let him go.

As for Karl Malone, he is even more powerful.

After the pick-and-roll is over, whether it is to squeeze down to the inside line, or to pull away to the middle distance of the outside line.

He can get the ball in any way.

As a defensive expert, Horace Grant has extremely limited restrictions on Karl Malone.

Karl Malone has never been a player who only uses his body to play, and his skills are equally superb.

If the defensive end can't limit the opponent, it can only play offense.

Wen Baker and Gary Payton took turns to enter the inside line, holding Alden and John Stockton strong.

Alton Polynes has physical talent and confrontation, but his defense is a bit rough, and he can't guard Wen Baker.

As for John Stockton, he is old after all, so he can't stand the ravages of Gary Payton.

Today, Jerry Sloan basically never plays John Stockton for more than 30 minutes.

In addition to the need to ensure John Stockton's health and fitness, defense is also a big issue.

Fist is afraid of the young!

Not to mention, the Sonics still have Wang Hao, Vernon Maxwell, Brent Barry and other scorers.

The game was very lively, but the score was not high.

Because the Jazz have been pressing the rhythm, this is normal for a team with a super insider.

In the fourth quarter of the game, with 2 minutes and 36 seconds left, the score between the two sides was only 90:90.

The Sonics have only taken 75 shots since the entire game, which is a lot less than before.

In the last game against the Mavericks, the Sonics took more than 100 shots, and the gap is a bit obvious.

About to enter the final 2-minute decisive battle, Paul Westphal called a timeout for the final tactical arrangement.

The ball is in the hands of the Sonics. This time, they must score no matter what to ensure their advantage.

"Everyone pull out, Gary, you get in the low post, this offense is up to you.

Horace, and Wen, everyone, remember to cover Wang, Wang, you need to run more actively! "

……

Anyone with a discerning eye will know that the core of this tactical arrangement is Gary Payton and Wang Hao.

Why should a rookie be placed in the same position as the team's superstar?
Naturally, it was because of Wang Hao's performance!

In this game, Wang Hao scored 32 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists in the first 4 minutes of the game, as well as 1 block and 1 steal.

For the first time in his career, he was 20+10. More importantly, he hit 5 three-pointers today, helping the team to open up space inside.

Isn't that performance enough?
(End of this chapter)