I'm really not a superstar

Chapter 125 I Help Artest Change His Name

Monday, May 9.

Today's Toyota Center training hall is extremely lively.

Today is the day for the Rockets to regroup for the new season, and it is also an open day for the media.

Many fans also waited around the arena early, wanting to see the Rockets stars who haven't seen for a long time, blocking the door to get an autograph and a photo.There are even people who want to pretend to be the media and sneak into the gym to watch training.

Of course, they were all taken out by the stern and selfless security personnel.

Wayne Hall was also very excited, like a groom about to meet his bride.

He hadn't seen McGrady for a summer, and today he was finally able to have a good talk with McGrady.

Seeing the excited light on Hall's forehead, Dorsey could only sigh and wish him luck.

However, the most anticipated player today is neither Yao Ming nor Tracy McGrady, but Ron Artest.

This fiery star is a controversial figure.In fact, for his arrival, the outside world is mixed.

Will it play a catfish effect, bring much-needed toughness and fighting spirit to the Rockets, and revitalize the stagnant water;
It will still cause controversy and trouble like he did in other teams before, and drag the team into the abyss.

Everyone is waiting and watching.

But no matter what, he is the third star of the Rockets after Yao Mai!

So far, in the league where the Big Three is prevalent, the Rockets have also gathered their own "poor version of the Big Three".

Outside the Toyota Center, some fans pulled up banners to welcome Artest's arrival.

"Ron, please help us break through the curse of the first round of the playoffs!"

"Welcome The Beast to Houston!"

In the arena.

Dorsey, who came to the arena early, started training early as usual.

He made 20 consecutive shots from different positions in the middle distance, scored 14 goals, and his shooting percentage reached 70% when no one was defending!

This is already a great improvement for Dorsey. You must know that when he first came across, he was still a rough guy who would throw "three non-sticks when crossing the bridge"!
When he finished his last shot, the ball went through the net.

There was applause from the sidelines not far away, and Dorsey turned his head to see Jonathan Fagan, a reporter from the "Houston Chronicle".

Next to him was a tall white old man who was also looking at him with a smile.

"That's right, Joey, your mid-range shooting percentage has stabilized a lot!"

Fegan praised.

He has been paying attention to Dorsey for more than a year, but the longer he pays attention, the more he feels that Dorsey is a mystery, such as his shooting percentage.

Although most of the time he is a conscientious little blacksmith, but from time to time he will suddenly burst into seeds, and he will hit the target with a hundred shots and hit the target with a hundred steps.

After thinking about it, Feigen couldn't understand it. He could only attribute this situation to the unstable shooting percentage.

Dorsey greeted Fagan and said with a smile: "I practice shooting more every day, and it seems to have some effect."

"Humility makes people progress. Being able to recognize your weaknesses and make continuous efforts to correct them shows that you are on the right path."

This was said by the old man beside Fagan.

Fagan introduced: "Joy, let me introduce you, this is the senior writer Fran Bilimbery, and he has been following you for a long time."

As an editor of a small sports website in his previous life, Billing Burley's name is of course well-known, he is a great god in the industry!
Dorsey hurried over to say hello to the old man.

The old man was very satisfied with Dorsey's attitude, and he said with a smile: "I praised you in the article, and even said that this is the best deal made by the Rockets this summer, don't let me lose it late !"

Dorsey scratched his head, "Thank you for always being optimistic about me, but you exaggerate too much. Everyone knows that the team's best deal this summer is Ron."

"It's hard to say. After all, Ron's strengths and weaknesses are too obvious. It's hard to say whether it's a blessing or a curse for the team."

Feigen interrupted from the side: "Joy, you can't run away this time. We have to talk about it after training. You still owe me an interview!"

"Okay, Jonathan, this is your place. As a poor and helpless newcomer, I can only listen to it."

"Hahaha"

The three laughed together.

At this moment, there was a sudden silence in the arena, which was a bit noisy just now, and everyone looked towards the locker room passage at the same time, only to see an unusually tall figure walking out.

It was Yao Ming!

"Hey, Yao, when did you come back?" Fei Gen waved at Yao Ming from afar.

Yao Ming also saw the three people on the sidelines and strode over.

He knew Fagan and Billingbury very well, and he made a few jokes as soon as they met.

"Your performance in the Olympics was so perfect! I was worried about your injury at first, but after seeing your performance, I am completely relieved!" Fagen praised.

Yao Ming smiled slightly, "Actually, my condition before the Olympics was not adjusted to the best level, but as soon as I put on the jersey of the national team, my blood was completely ignited."

Much calmer than Limberly, he asked a question he had always cared about.

"Yao, BJ's Olympic Games are over, you also made it to the quarterfinals and realized your dream. What are you going to do next?"

"Fulan, I know what you want to say. Regarding this question, I can tell you clearly. In the future, I will focus on the NBA, and this will be my main battlefield!"

Billing Burley smiled with satisfaction, "It seems that the Chinese team lost their crutches and have to learn to walk by themselves!

"By the way, Yao, let me introduce you. This is your new teammate, Joey Dorsey, a nice guy!" Feigen was happy to recommend Dorsey to everyone he knew.

At this time, Dorsey was looking at Dayao with starry eyes.

This is Yao Ming!The meritorious service of Chinese basketball!The hero who once carried the expectations of all Chinese fans to work hard in the NBA!
In his previous life, he watched Dayao's games through the screen countless times, but now, Dayao is standing by his side!

Looking closer, I feel that he is tall, strong, powerful, and indifferent...

Wait, indifference!
Yes, now Yao Ming is looking at him coldly, unusually indifferent.

Hey, such a big Yao is rare!

In my impression, Dayao is an unassuming, amiable and approachable big man.

Of course, Dayao is not a temperless and nice guy.Several times of anger in the national team and the Rockets made people feel frightened.

Back then, the sentence "If you dare to walk out of this door, I will prevent you from winning the Olympics", Sun Dasheng, who had a violent personality, was subdued and he did not dare to make mistakes.

Now, the usually suave superstar looks a little upset.

I have to say that the indifferent gaze from 2 meters is quite oppressive.

Dorsey was puzzled, he didn't offend Dayao, and he hadn't even seen it before, what's going on?
Fagan and Billingbury also felt something strange about Dayao.

Fei Gen once again smoothed things out with a smile, "Yao, don't scare the newcomers!"

Only then did Yao Ming snort coldly, "Joey Dorsey, I've heard of your name a long time ago. I heard that you are very powerful. We will compete with each other in training later."

After speaking, he greeted Fagan and Billingbury, turned his head and walked back to the venue.

"Joy, Yao seems to be very upset with you! How did you provoke him?" Fagen asked strangely.

Dorsey shrugged, saying he didn't know either.

"When you come to a new team, you have to have a good relationship with the boss. This is the first big challenge at the beginning of your career. You must handle it well!"

Billing Burley, who is extremely experienced in the NBA arena, reminded him earnestly.

Suddenly, there was a commotion in the arena, and someone walked into the arena along the locker room passage.

This time everyone's eyes were full of curiosity, and they saw that the one who came in was a strong black man with fierce eyes, and he was not angry.

There is a poem praising it:
With broad shoulders and a broad body, there is an invincible prestige;
The words are majestic, and the ambitions of thousands of Zhang Lingyun are spit out.

The heart is bold and bold, like a lion shaking the sky and descending from the clouds;
The bones are strong and the tendons are strong, like a brave Pixiu sitting on the seat.

He is really the demon lord descended from the sky, and the god of Tai Sui in the world!

It is the newly joined Ron Artest.

Artest's eyes swept across, and everyone who looked at them felt a chill.

Artest's bad reputation was not made by blowing it out, but by actually doing it.

His misdemeanors include but are not limited to:
Because of Jordan's ridicule during training, he broke two ribs of the old rascal;
The famous Auburn Hills Palace fans beating incident;
Argued with Heat coach Pat Riley during the game and got into two fights;
smashed $10 worth of photographic equipment;
At the NBA union party, he scuffled with former Rockets player Posey in front of US President Clinton;
sexually assaulted one's own nanny;
domestic violence against his girlfriend;
Do not feed your dog

……

In short, this is a real villain!
Since McGrady hadn't come yet, Artest first punched Dayao and said some polite words.

He also greeted old acquaintances such as Mutombo and Battier.

Other juniors like Dorsey couldn't get into Artest's eyes at all, so naturally they wouldn't take the initiative to condescend.It can only be that everyone lined up to take the initiative to greet Artest.

When Dorsey introduced himself, Artest smiled boldly, "You are this year's rookie, and I am also a rookie on the team. We came from the same deal, so we are destined!"

Artest's boldness also infected Dorsey. He made a joke:
"That's right, it's very fateful, and I also support charity, world, and peace"

"What did you say?" Artest asked suddenly, frowning.

Dorsey was taken aback by the sudden change of face of the stupid man.Only then did I remember that Artest hadn't changed his name yet!

I don't know what his attitude towards this name is now.

But under Artest's sharp gaze like a bulldog, Dorsey had no choice but to answer honestly:
"I say Charity · World · Peace"

Artest's brows tightened even more.

"what is this?"

"It's nothing, it's just three phrases, maybe... it can also be used as a name."

Artest thought for a moment, his eyes suddenly lit up.

"It's great! Why didn't I think of that! You're such a genius! Haha, what a great name! I'll have my manager change my name after training!"

Dorsey was stunned, staring blankly at Artest who was dancing on the opposite side.

The others were also baffled. They had known Artest was a fool for a long time, but they didn't expect that there seemed to be some mental problems.

Seeing Dorsey's bewildered expression, the excited Artest explained:
"My agent has always said that the incident at the Palace of Auburn Hills has caused serious adverse effects. Let me try to restore the public image and completely change the former Ron Artest! How to change it, of course, changing the name is the most thorough!"

Dorsey was speechless. Is change such a change?

Artest was still excitedly talking to himself:
"What's the name so that everyone likes it? I've been worrying about it! Today, Joey Dorsey, you gave me the best tip! Who doesn't like Charity·World·Peace! Haha, this is what I'm going to do from now on Name! All support Charity World Peace! All will love me!"

Dorsey didn't expect that his butterfly wings would easily change history and advance Artest's name change by two years!And it was actually a reminder to him!
Seeing Artest's joy and dancing, Dorsey wanted to tell him:
Artest, Mr. Metta Shiping, who is about to be released, you will change your name again in the future, and it will be Meta Walder Pease.

As for the reason why he is not called Ci Shiping, it is because no matter where he plays, the fans who hate him will shout:
"I hate Charity World Peace!"

"Charity·World·Peace Get Out!"

……

Artest single-handedly ruined this commendatory phrase!
However, Dorsey finally decided to swallow these words back to his stomach.

There is no other reason, mainly because of fear of being beaten.

Don't forget, even if the name is changed to Charity·World·Peace, this is a ruthless man who elbows Harden over when he is happy after scoring a goal!
(End of this chapter)