basketball player

Chapter 321 319: Spokesperson

Paul George holds the ball on the flank, Italian Gallinari is a little nervous.He lowered his center of gravity as much as possible, so as not to be passed by this tall guard who had already scored 27 points.

George looked up at the timer and started dribbling.At the same time, Henson stood on the sidelines with his arms folded, frowning.George Karl, an old rascal, may not have a good temper, but his coaching ability is indeed very strong.With such a lineup without superstars, the Nuggets have stabilized in the top eight in the Western Conference this season. It is really not easy.

At this time, there are 5.4 seconds before the end of the game, 101 to 100, and the Denver Nuggets are only 19 seconds away from ending the Pacers' 5.4-game winning streak.

But Henson doesn't understand it that way. In his opinion, these 5.4 seconds represent the distance between the Pacers and their 20-game winning streak!
When the time on the timer passed the number 4, George suddenly accelerated and made a breakthrough!Thanks to Henson's long-term training and badge bonuses and the effect of the "pre-season training camp" badge, George's progress in offense with the ball has improved by leaps and bounds this season.George himself has big strides, and the speed is even faster!

After reaching the mid-range position, George suddenly pulled up and was about to shoot!Gallinari's reaction was half a beat slow, and Iguodala came to defend!

However, in the air, with little time left in the game, George flicked his wrist and turned his shot into a pass in the air!Keeping calm at critical moments is not the ability of all stars.However, George is such a big-hearted player.

The basketball passed through the gap between Iguodala and Gallinari and was sent to Leonard who cut inside the basket.If last season saw Leonard holding the ball at a critical moment, then George Karl could already start celebrating the victory.

But this season, Leonard has proved more than once that he can score!
The long arm held the basketball, and Leonard tossed it lightly. This is an action he has practiced countless times with Paul on the training ground.

"The Orc" Faried really came like a beast, and his terrible bounce was enough to keep any shot away.But Leonard's throwing arc is very tricky, almost rubbing Faried's finger and falling back.

Capping failed!At the same time, a red light glowed on the backboard.George Karl stared at the orange basketball, watched in despair as it spun through the air and crashed into the net!
"Lore! Lore! Lore! 20 consecutive victories! God, this is really a fucking amazing team!" Time seemed to stand still for a second, but a second later, the entire Pepsi Center was boiling!
That's right, even Nuggets fans couldn't help but get excited when they saw this scene.Lore, 20 consecutive victories, the magic of the Pacers continues!
After the successful lore, the fans saw Leonard excited for the first time.This young guy with "facial paralysis" showed a smile, went straight to the bench, and embraced Henson Joe, who raised his arms high.

He is very clear that he was able to complete the lore and lead the team to win the 20th game in a row, all thanks to this Chinese coach!
"Kawhi, I need you to shoot the last ball!" This is what Henson said to Leonard tens of seconds ago.George broke through to attract the defense, and Leonard cut in to catch the ball. All this was not improvised, but Henson had already arranged it!

"Thank you, boss, thank you!" Leonard whispered in Henson's ear, a role player getting a lore chance?This kind of thing may only happen with the Pacers.

Because in Henson's eyes, Leonard is not a role player at all.However, the time for him to emerge has not yet come.

"You don't have to thank me, this is your own victory." Henson patted Leonard on the shoulder, 20 consecutive victories, really dreamy.
After the game, George Karl was naturally very angry.Although there is no problem with the final lore goal, Karl will not easily admit his failure.Therefore, he even brought up a controversial penalty in the third quarter of the game: "If it weren't for that goal, the Pacers would have no chance of lore at all! The league wants to create a super team, but we have become victims!"

Old Carl was still as irritable as ever, and the reporters were all looking forward to Henson's response.Originally, there was a grievance between the Nuggets and the Pacers this season, but the "Sanshou Contest" between Paul, McGee and Lawson has just passed.

But Henson, who has won 20 consecutive victories, behaved unexpectedly "well-behaved" in the face of George Karl's rude words.

"Coach George Karl is very good, he almost made me suffer."

"The Nuggets are playing well, and they're one of the most underrated teams this season."

"I am very happy to win 20 consecutive victories, and the team will continue to work hard."

At the press conference, Henson neither satirized Carl, an old rival, nor boasted about his achievements.He kept smiling the whole time, and used his words appropriately, as if he had changed himself.

No way, who made Henson feel better?

There are two reasons why Henson is in a good mood. First, after the game, the Pacers can finally go home with a proud record of 20 consecutive victories.

Second, after returning to Indianapolis, Henson will usher in the first endorsement cooperation for the first time in his career.

It is not uncommon for NBA stars to endorse well-known brands, but as far as Henson knows, it has never happened before for an NBA head coach to endorse a clothing brand.

Undoubtedly, this will be a very wonderful experience.

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Bravo Italian Restaurant is a well-known chain restaurant in the United States.Just like the name, it is precisely because their Italian dishes are very authentic that they can achieve the scale of a national chain.

There is also a Bravo Italian restaurant in Indianapolis, and today, the entire restaurant is on standby, as if it is about to experience a "big war."

At this time, the entire restaurant was empty, only an old man with white hair was sitting in the middle, studying the menu.The waiter stood beside him straight, serious.

From these scenes, it is not difficult to see the particularity of this guest.

At this moment, the door of the restaurant was opened by a waiter who said "Welcome" in Italian.

The white-haired old man who was looking at the menu turned his head, looked at the man who hurried into the restaurant, and smiled.

It was none other than the Chinese head coach, Henson Joe, who is now very popular in the league and has just led the team to the best 20-game winning streak in team history, and the winning streak may continue!
"I'm sorry, Mr. Giorgio Armani, I didn't expect a traffic jam!" Henson Union walked up to the white-haired old man, bent slightly and stretched out his right hand.

"It's okay, I just arrived, sit down, Henson." The old man shook hands with Henson amiably, and it seemed that his character was not as serious as the surface.

That's right, the white-haired old man in front of him is the famous Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani!Although Henson is not very interested in the fashion industry, even those who are not interested in the fashion industry must know the name of Armani.

It's like even people who don't watch basketball must know Michael Jordan.

Armani, who was born in Piacenza, Italy, studied medicine and photography, and worked as a menswear designer at Cerruti, founded Giorgio Armani in 1975.Today, Armani is one of the biggest names in fashion and an internationally renowned luxury brand.

Of course, Armani came to Indianapolis not to watch football. His purpose of this trip was very pure - to find a distinctive spokesperson for his own brand, and at this time, this candidate was sitting in front of him.

Henson himself is a young coach, only 33 years old this year, which is an advantage that other coaches in the league do not have.Because he is still young, Henson has maintained a good figure. Although his facial features cannot be compared with those of entertainment stars, his unique self-confidence and youthful face still make him very attractive.

It was precisely after seeing Henson frowning and crossing his chest countless times on the sidelines of the court that Armani made the decision to let him be the spokesperson.In his opinion, Henson on the sidelines is just like a model!
Think about it, let a high-profile coach with a good image and temperament wear an Armani suit every night in the most watched basketball league in the world.Needless to say, we all know how much drainage this will bring to Armani.

The number of times Henson is featured by live cameras per game is no less than that of league superstars.A game can get so many pictures, which is undoubtedly much more cost-effective than placing TV commercials.

The NBA league has very strict restrictions on the equipment worn by players. Most stars cannot wear their favorite sports brands on the court at will.Clothes and various protective gear can only be provided by Adidas.

But for coaches, the league has no restrictions.What brand of suits you want to wear is up to you.

"Why is Mr. Armani me?" Henson scratched his head embarrassingly. He really couldn't figure out what he could do to get involved with a well-known international luxury brand.

"If I said, I like your dressing sense, would you believe it? There are many players full of personality in the NBA, but I say, there are not many coaches full of personality, and you are one of them."

"But a lot of people hate me. If you ask me to be your spokesperson, I'm afraid I'll get you into a lot of trouble." Henson laughed at himself. Except in Indianapolis, he probably would be beaten up on the street for no reason.

"Hate is just one aspect. On the other hand, everyone is willing to pay attention to you. Hate is just the emotion they get after paying attention to you. And this emotion can be changed. By the way, Henson, I heard that you and your girlfriend are planning to hold a wedding in summer?"

"Uh"

"Hahahaha, I know An Jiali's father, so don't be surprised, I didn't go around asking about your private affairs." Armani waved his hand quickly.

"Yes, sir, there is a plan."

"Marriage is a big event in this life, Henson. I know that you and An Jiali are very busy with work and study, so the wedding dress must not be settled yet? It's okay, I can personally design a suit and wedding dress for you, as my wedding gift to you."

"Thank you so much, Mr. Giorgio Armani!" Henson was a little flattered. Giorgio Armani designed the wedding dress and suit for himself?This kind of thing can't be bought with money!
"Then, regarding the contract, I will call someone to talk to you in a few days. So we have reached a preliminary agreement?" Giorgio Armani raised his glass.

"I'm very honored, Monsieur Armani."

"Bang!"

The two goblets touched each other lightly.

(End of this chapter)