Guoshu basketball

Chapter 106 Support from all parties, Kobe explodes

A reporter pointed out that after all, it was Li Du who made the first move and pushed Craig Smith upside down two or three meters away, which may have caused Craig Smith to be injured. Li Du's behavior should be punished. When the punishment was severe, Garnett and Kobe said the same thing: "Indeed, Li Du was the first to strike, and he should be punished for his lack of composure. Everyone should know that Li Du was born in learning Chinese Kung Fu. , I think, if Li Du really wanted to hurt Craig Smith, one punch would kill the guy. Li Du didn't punch him, but pushed him out, in my opinion, that's more like Preventing a bigger conflict between the two teams!"

With Garnett and Kobe taking the lead, many NBA stars have spoken out.Duncan, O'Neal, Nowitzki, LeBron James, Wade, Nash and others all supported Li Du, among which James' words were the most straightforward.

"I admire Li Du very much. When the situation between the two sides was about to get out of control, he still chose to push each other away instead of becoming the promoter of violence. The last time I played against Li Du, I was very impressed. He is very powerful. The only player I've been unable to gain any advantage in strength over the years, if he punches the opponent, no one can stand it! Fortunately, Lee has kept his cool! At the same time, I also hope that the league can strengthen the scale of fouls Management, this incident is a warning, if everyone does whatever it takes to win, it will be an insult to basketball!"

With the support and solidarity of so many people, Li Du finally accepted TNT's exclusive interview on this incident in Los Angeles the next day.

In the interview, Li Du's attitude was very good. He admitted that he was indeed a little too aggressive at the time, so that he didn't have a good grasp of his strength. harm.When Li Du talked about the reason for his over-excitement, he also confirmed the reporters' speculation about his identity.

Li Du publicly admitted for the first time that he was fortunate enough to play in the NBA under Kobe's recommendation because his brother, who was like his own brother, was seriously injured and needed huge medical expenses.This time when Craig Smith pushed the fast-moving Kobe to the ground, Li Du immediately thought of his senior brother, and he was worried that Kobe would be injured!
At the end of the interview, Li Du said affectionately: "I can't just watch my elder brother get hurt! I also hope that every NBA player can stay healthy!"

Under the oppression of public opinion, NBA officials called up the video of the game at that time, played it back over and over again, and carefully identified what happened to the players on both sides.

A day later, the NBA officially issued a punishment order.Li Du was fined US$8 and suspended for [-] games due to his aggressive behavior on the court, which almost caused a player to be injured!This punishment is already very heavy. If the average player fights, it is usually suspended for two or three games.

Li Du's penalty is heavy, and the league's penalty for Craig Smith is even heavier!After careful identification, it was determined that Craig Smith used defensive actions that may cause serious injuries to players many times during the game, and was the culprit in this fight. He will face a fine of 50 US dollars and a 42-game suspension for him!
In other words, if the Timberwolves fail to reach the finals, Craig Smith will not even want to play this season!Coupled with the fine, this guy is useless this season.Not only will he have to pay out all his previous salary, but he will also not be able to get the rest of this season's salary!

In contrast, Li Du's punishment was at best a warning.

Li Du will not be able to play in the remaining games in March. Many people think that the remaining games of the Lakers will be very difficult. After all, compared with last season, many teams have made reinforcements. On the Lakers side, Kobe You will face the situation of fighting alone again.

In such adversity, Kobe let everyone see what is called the league's strongest scorer and what is called a deadly black mamba!

Two days after Kobe scored 50 points in the Timberwolves game, Kobe once again scored high points. On March 3, in the Lakers' away game against the Trail Blazers, Kobe scored 18 points!Once he broke out, he couldn't hold back the momentum. In the next games, Kobe could get terrible high scores in every game!

Kobe scored 3 points in the game against the Grizzlies in March, 60 points against the Pelicans, 50 points against the Warriors, 43 points against the Rockets with a full team, and returned to the home court against the Grizzlies again. Kobe scored another 53 points!
Kobe not only helped the Lakers take the lead in "March Madness" on his own, but also took the lead in the latest MVP list officially released by the NBA.Throughout March, fans all over the United States and even the world were crazy for Kobe!
In China on the other side of the ocean, apart from cheering for Kobe's explosive high score, the fans are also cheering for Li Du!

It has been more than a week since the fight turmoil, but the discussion about Li Du has not abated at all.This time, no one came out to say anything wrong about Li Du. The Chinese fans and the media were very unanimous in their praise of Li Du!
Among them, some said that Li Du valued friendship, and some scolded Craig Smith for ruining his job and not worthy of playing basketball.In the excitement of the crowd, CCTV sports reporter Yang Yijia's article was full of warmth without indignation or abuse.

"As one of the protagonists of the Timberwolves fight, as a professional player, Li Du's performance was indeed a bit excessive. But we can't ask the players to be like a bunch of robots that only obey the rules of the court and the interests of the team. They He is a young man with flesh and blood and passion! The reason why we like basketball is not only the charm of basketball itself, but also the passion, blood, unity and mutual assistance brought to us by basketball! Behind every player is a A touching story that inspires us."

"About why Li Du entered the NBA to play, I believe many people know. Li Du's brother, who is like a brother, was seriously injured. When Li Du was worried about raising sky-high medical expenses, Kobe helped Li Du enter the NBA and solved his problems. The most troublesome question. In Li Du's interview, he said more than once that Kobe is his benefactor and his big brother."

"I don't know how many people have read Li Du's words: I can't just stand by and watch my elder brother get hurt! Who does this sentence remind you of? Is it the brothers who used to fight side by side with you, or The benefactor who extended a helping hand in your most difficult time? I think of Francis. At that time, Yao Ming, who had just entered the NBA, was also bullied by others. Francis also stood up for Yao Ming. What he said at that time, and Li Du is so similar now: I can't let others bully my brother!"

"Now, Boss Ford has left the Rockets, but I believe that every Chinese fan will always remember this big brother who values ​​love and righteousness. He is the boss of Ford forever in our hearts! Now, Li Du is still by Kobe's side. His boss stepped forward! Li Du will also be a hero in our hearts forever!"

(End of this chapter)