basketball player

Chapter 334 Chapter 332 Crazy Goal

Texas, Houston.

Regardless of Yao Ming's sentimental factors, Henson doesn't really like this city.This is by no means a tourist attraction, not to mention the weather in Houston in February is not good.

So this year's All-Star, Henson stayed in the hotel except to watch the game.But he never imagined that he would actually be sitting in Yao Restaurant at 9755 Weisheimer Street, the most prosperous high-end dining street in the XC District of Houston.

Yao Restaurant, as the name suggests, is an American-style Chinese restaurant created by Yao Ming in order to expand his influence and income when he was flourishing in Houston.At that time, due to the location of the restaurant in a prosperous area and the influence of Yao Ming in Houston, the business of Yao Restaurant was very booming.

But since Yao Ming retired and his influence in Houston has gradually diminished, the restaurant's business has become increasingly deserted.Now, even during the All-Star weekend, few people come to eat at Yao's.

Business management, sometimes it may be more complicated than basketball.

"What do you want to eat?" Opposite Henson, Becky Harmon's voice pulled him out of his thoughts.

That's right, the reason why Henson came out for a rare meal today was precisely because of Becky Harmon's invitation.Of course, the two are not dating, but because of the topic they talked about yesterday - "Do you think I have the potential to become a basketball coach?"

"It's my first time here too, so I don't know what's delicious." Henson smiled and motioned for Becky Harmon to order casually.

"I thought you would know more about Chinese food."

"I do like Chinese food. After all, I grew up in China. But to be honest, Harmon, the Chinese food here and the real Chinese food are two different things, so I don't know which dishes are more suitable for my appetite." Henson is very clear that the difference between "American Chinese food" and real Chinese food is like American football and football.

While Becky Harmon was flipping through the menu, Henson stared at the woman in front of him, recalling her resume.To be honest, if even a person with such a resume can't be a basketball coach, then he is even less qualified!

Becky Harmon, a legendary WNBA superstar, from 99 to 13, during her 14-year career, her total score in WNBA has ranked seventh in history.And as a point guard, his total assists have already ranked fourth in history, and he is one of the top 15 superstars in WNBA history!In his career, he was selected to the WNBA All-Star team 6 times and the All-NBA First Team 2 times.Not to mention, she was once selected for the US national team, but she was not selected for the US team in 08, and she also participated in the BJ Olympic Games as a player of the Russian team.

These dazzling honors and resumes are not something that any player can achieve.It is not an exaggeration to say that Becky Harmon is one of the best women's basketball players in the world.

However, it is such a well-known basketball player who would come to ask such a half-hearted person, whether she is suitable to be a basketball coach.
"Okay, that's all." Harmon closed the menu and nodded to the waiter. At the same time, Henson knew that it was time for him to stop remembering.

"You mean, are you planning to retire after the next season?" Henson didn't continue to exchange pleasantries, but started the official topic of the two today.

"Well, my physical condition is not very good. I think it's almost time to end my career as a professional player. But I don't want to leave the basketball court, I don't want to give up the basketball career. So I'm thinking, can I transform into a basketball coach. I will study game videos recently, and I watch your videos a lot."

Henson was a little flattered, but still waved his hand, "I have to say, watching my video to learn how to be a coach is a wrong choice."

Both of them smiled, and then Harmon continued: "Actually, it's not just you. I watch the video of Popovich and you the most, so I thought in my heart, go to Harmon, and just find them to be your teacher. But you know, the Spurs' coaching staff has always been saturated and the competition is fierce. Not to mention the assistant coach, I probably don't even have the qualifications to discuss tactics."

"Wait, what are you talking about? San Antonio Spurs?" Henson interrupted Becky Harmon impolitely because he was confused.

Could Becky Harmon be a basketball coach?With her resume, more than enough.Some WNBA or high school teams will definitely welcome such a former professional player coach.But what did Becky Harmon say just now?The coaching staff of the Spurs! ?

"Yes, San Antonio Spurs. By the way, I haven't told you, Coach Henson. My goal is to become an NBA-level coach, NBA!"

Henson froze, a woman, coaching the NBA?It's not that Henson has any prejudice against women, but that there has never been such a precedent in NBA history!Not to mention the head coach, he has never even had a full-time assistant female coach. The NBA, to put it bluntly, is a man's circle.He had to admit that such an idea was as crazy as his previous idea from a scout to a head coach!
"This is crazy, isn't it?" Harmon asked cautiously seeing that Henson hadn't spoken for a long time.

"Crazy, indeed crazy. But this world is already crazy. Last season, the Pacers defeated the Heat and the Thunder to win the championship. Isn't that crazy enough? Going forward, the Pacers and the Bulls fought to the tiebreaker, isn't that crazy enough? A half-assed guy named Henson Joe became the coach of the Pacers, isn't that crazy enough? So, I've seen a lot of crazy things, Harmon. And I understand your crazy thoughts."

As Henson said, he leaned forward and pointed at Harmon lightly with one hand, "You mean, you want to work on the Pacers' coaching staff after retiring and study with me, so as to start your coaching career, right?"

"People used to say that Coach Henson can read the opponent's mind. I don't believe it, but now I believe it." Becky Harmon nodded embarrassingly, "I hope to learn from a team with high tactical quality. Didn't you say yesterday that you plan to sign me next summer? Of course you can sign me, but as an assistant coach."

"Is this a self-recommendation, Miss Becky Harmon, why is it a walker?"

"Because in my opinion, the Pacers and Spurs are the two teams with the best tactical literacy in the league. But the Spurs' coaching staff is too saturated, so..."

"Stevens and Frank Vogel won't be happy if you say that." Henson raised his mouth slightly.

"No, I didn't mean that. Of course, the two of them are also very good coaches, but... I think, maybe you are the only one in the league who is willing to use a female coach, I mean"

Seeing Becky Harmon's bewildered look, Henson suddenly felt a little crazy.Mad, why are you so happy to tease old women!You know, Becky Harmon is 36 years old this year!
"Cough cough cough cough, okay, okay, I was just joking." Henson immediately cleared his throat and became serious, "Listen Harmon, I don't care about gender, just like when I pick players I don't care about their predicted picks, their backgrounds and experiences. The only thing I care about is what you can do and what you can bring to the team. Whether it's for the players or my assistants, that's all I care about."

"Sir, girl, your dishes." The waiter who served the dishes interrupted Henson, but Harmon was extremely excited.Because he said, he doesn't care about gender!

The food was served, the waiter left, Henson leaned forward again, and continued to explain, "So, if you want to join the Pacers' coaching staff, of course I welcome it. At that time, some people will say that no coach will use female assistants. But I don't care, I never care what the outside world says about me. As long as you can show your ability, you can show your tactical skills, I will consider you. I can't hypocritically guarantee that the Pacers will definitely sign you. But I can tell you, you have this opportunity. But still In that case, what can you do?"

Becky Harmon nodded excitedly. Henson Joe is already thankful for not rejecting a female coach!Just imagine what a disaster it would have been if Becky Harmon had been talking to the stubborn George Carr!As for ability, Harmon believed that he would not let Henson down!
"Thank you for your candor, Coach Henson. I'll try. Just give me a separate locker room."

"Hahahahaha, of course. Oh, yes, there is one more thing."

"what?"

"Stop studying my game videos. Really, they're all sneaky things. There's nothing to learn. I'm not joking with you. Learning from me won't help you build your coaching foundation." Henson shook his head. To some extent, he admitted that he was indeed a half-assed.

But so what?It's not that hard to dare to admit your shortcomings.Most importantly, you have to be able to win.

Are NBA female coaches?I don't know what kind of eyes the outside world will look at me when this day really comes.

However, Henson's career has always been accompanied by controversy
(End of this chapter)