I'm teammates with Kobe

Chapter 192 New Year's New Weather

With the Lakers defeating the Trail Blazers in the West at the Staples Center, Chu Xiao defeating his "enemy of life" Lillard, and the NBA officially announcing the results of the first round of the 2013 All-Star voting, 2012 has officially become a thing of the past , the brand new 2013 has arrived.

It is said that there is a new look in the new year. The Lakers ushered in good news on January 1. After Nash went through 1V5 confrontation training, he has initially adapted to NBA-level confrontation. His physical recovery is very gratifying and he can come back at any time.

But happiness also has troubles of happiness. After Nash came back, between him and Chu Xiao, the coaching staff immediately debated who would start and who would come off the bench.

The faction headed by chief assistant coach Xiao supported Chu Xiao. They said, “After the growth and progress in 2012, Chu Xiao’s performance was amazing enough. He not only improved his personal ability, but also cooperated with his teammates very well. Ending 7 with 2012 consecutive victories and ranking third in the Western Conference with a total record of 21 wins and 9 losses is the best proof. In addition, Chu Xiao is younger and has more physical strength. With him on the court, his super personal ability can also help his teammates Opening up space and sharing the pressure for Kobe can guarantee and prolong Kobe's career to the greatest extent."

Opponents believe, "Although Chu Xiao performed well during the period when Nash was away, he is young and inexperienced after all. If it is just a flash in the pan and the follow-up performance cannot be kept up, it will not only affect the running-in between Nash and his teammates, but also affect How far the team can go in the playoffs. On the other hand, Nash is about to turn 39 years old. He is not young, but an old family is like a treasure. As long as Nash is in the starting lineup, his assist ability and overall situation will only let the ball go. Don't forget that Chu Xiao's current passing ability was taught by Bainash. Since the apprentice can lead the team to 7 consecutive victories, then the master can't say that he can win 10 consecutive victories. 17 consecutive victories, in short, it will not be worse than the apprentice."

Opponents even believe that after Nash returned to the starting lineup, with his organization, Kobe, Warcraft and others can attack with confidence, and Chu Xiao, who has excellent personal offensive ability, will come to the bench lineup and single out all the benches in the league. Maximizing his offensive ability, it can't be said that he can lead a group of substitutes to become "Lakers gangsters".At that time, the Lakers' starting lineup will have a strong offensive ability, and the offensive ability of the backup lineup will be even stronger. What opponents are there in the league?
Xiao asked about this, "In theory, it is very beautiful, but you also know that Nash is going to be 39 years old. We will never doubt that his assist ability is higher than Chu Xiao, but have you ever thought about it? A 39-year-old Veteran, can you play the next game consecutively? What if you get injured?"

"We can appropriately reduce Nash's playing time." Hollins, a physical coach in the opposition camp, said.

Xiao continued to ask, "But Chu Xiao is doing so well, he is about to launch his own signature sneakers. Once he is relegated to the bench, it will not only affect his sneaker sales, but may also affect whether he can enter the All-Star. You have considered this issue Did you ask him how he feels? If he doesn’t want to be a substitute, is he going to trade the future superstar of the Lakers?”

Faced with Xiao's successive questions, the opponents obviously couldn't answer, so they all turned their attention to Zen Master. When everyone was arguing about who Nash and Chu Xiao should start and who should be on the bench, only Zen Master smiled and hid behind his glasses and did not speak. At this time, he needs to come out and make a final decision.

The Zen master adjusted his glasses, changed into an old god, and said leisurely, "It doesn't count if we say it, and it depends on the master and apprentice in the end, it can't be said..."

"Can't say anything?" Xiao asked after waiting for a while without further words.

"It's okay." The Zen master smiled and stopped talking. In fact, what he swallowed back was only guessing: It can't be said that the pair of master and apprentice are also fighting for this matter, but the fight is not for the starting lineup, but for the substitute.

On the afternoon of January 1st, there was no game. After the team's training, according to the usual practice, Nash continued to stay with Chu Xiao to practice for two hours.

Nash stood behind Chu Xiao and covered him with the stretch belt. When Chu Xiao took off to shoot, Nash would grab the stretch belt rhythmically and forcefully to give Chu Xiao some assistance and adjustment.

The two of them have been practicing shooting in this way for almost two months. At first, they practiced mid-range shooting near the free throw line, and later they pulled it farther than the three-point line. Now they are getting farther and farther away, and they are almost close to the center line.

"Come on, let's play it from beginning to end." Nash suggested after Chu Xiao finished the previous set of shooting drills.

"Okay, Master." Chu Xiao had no objection to Nash's words. He came near the free throw line with a stretch rope around his waist. Nash dragged the rope and followed behind. Then Chu Xiao stood on the free throw line and started shooting. He retreated from side to side until the center line, scored 8 in a row without any pressure, Nash pulled the rope and retreated faster, and did not stop until he retreated to the basket in the backcourt.

"Do it again?" Chu Xiao said incredulously.

"Okay." Nash agreed very simply.

As a result, the two of them repeated it 10 times before they sat on the floor panting. At this time, the night fell, the shadow of the moon set in the west, and the huge training ground was empty. Only the two of them were left alone, and they seemed extraordinarily peaceful. After a short silence , Chu Xiao took the lead to break the silence, "Master, since you are back, follow our advice and return to the starting lineup, okay?"

Nash didn't seem to hear it, but sighed to himself, "You are really a basketball genius. Not only are you top-notch in physical fitness, but also your basketball IQ is at an abnormal level. The ultra-long-range shooting action that can only be corrected can be corrected quickly. Hey, is this really annoying, or am I really old, and the years are not forgiving?"

"Master, I hope you will return to the starting lineup. Only by playing on the bench can I have unlimited shooting rights. At that time, it can't be said that I can take down all the benches of the other 29 teams in the league." Chu Xiao is still insisting on his own ideas.

Nash still sighed self-containedly, "I guess this is the last time for us to practice extra, because you have already graduated, and I have nothing to teach you. Now you have first-class shooting ability and excellent passing ability. Not much worse than when I was young, probably a little bit worse..."

"Master!" Chu Xiao couldn't help interrupting, "Are you listening to me? I hope you will return to the starting lineup!"

Nash gave him a blank look, "Then are you listening to me again?"

"It's different." Chu Xiao said anxiously, "Tomorrow we will play against the 76ers, and that will be your first game after returning from injury. Everyone is waiting for your king to return. Team, you are in control, Kobe is in charge of scoring, Artest is in charge of defense, Gasol is in charge of supporting and maneuvering, and Warcraft is in charge of the basket. This Lakers team will be better if you go through the needles...so everyone advises you to come back. Why did you refuse when you came to the starting lineup? If you think it’s because of my relationship, I want to tell you from the bottom of my heart that I really look forward to your return every day, and then I will play as a substitute. Compete for the title of the best sixth man like Lamar Odom! I swear!"

Seeing that Chu Xiao spoke seriously, Nash laughed for no reason.

"Nash!" Chu Xiao couldn't bear it anymore, and said angrily, "I'm not joking!"

Nash managed to stop laughing after hearing the words, but he still didn't answer Chu Xiao's question, but instead asked him a question, "Do you know why I came to the Lakers last summer?"

"Ah?" Chu Xiao obviously didn't expect such a question, and couldn't answer it immediately.

Nash didn't expect him to answer, so he gave the answer on his own, "Because the opportunity is rare."

Before Chu Xiao asked what the opportunity was, Nash said again, "Have you seen my demeanor when I was young? At that time, my unique style of running and bombing swept the league, and my extremely gorgeous style of play was even more impressive. It has attracted the love of countless fans. At that time, I was called the "son of the wind", with long hair fluttering, and I was much more handsome than you are now. There is no doubt that I was the spiritual pillar and absolute leader of Phoenix City."

Chu Xiao was noncommittal about Nash's statement, but he knew in his heart that this was just the beginning of Master's speech, and what he really wanted to express was yet to come. Sure enough, Nash's voice continued.

"Where do I start?" Nash said after thinking for a while, "Let's start with the summer of 2009! That summer, I was just 35 years old, and I signed what might be my last contract with the Suns. contract. Marion, Diaw and Raja Bell, who had created brilliance together at the time, are no longer in the team, and even O'Neal chose to leave after a disappointing season. The teammates around me at this time are already Injury-ridden Stoudemire, Grant Hill who was older than me, Dragic who hadn't grown up, and Jason Richardson who was too high and too low, no one at that time Optimistic about our prospects, in the eyes of most people, I have also reached the age of the curtain call."

"However, I would not accept my fate at that time, so we broke out with amazing fighting power when we were not favored by everyone. After the All-Star Game, we had a proud record of 23 wins and 6 losses, and rushed to No.3 in the Western Conference. In the playoffs, we defeated the Trail Blazers 4-2 in the first round, and swept the old rival Spurs 4-0 in the second round. Although we lost 2-4 to the powerful Lakers in the Western Conference Finals, we were enough End that season with dignity." Nash said with some leisurely fascination.

But his expression quickly dimmed, "But after that season, I was 36 years old. I didn't expect that it was also my last highlight season in the Suns. After the season, with the departure of Stoudemire In the next two years, my Suns and I never made it to the playoffs even once, and I gradually changed from the windy son standing in front to the old man behind the scenes, and began to silently guide everyone in the team. Rookies, teach them by example. I thought that after the 2011-12 season, I would retire as an uncrowned king, leave the sun, and leave the basketball that I loved all my life."

Having said that, Nash paused before continuing, "Unexpectedly, on July 2012, 7, the Lakers and the Suns completed a sign-and-trade deal, using 5 draft picks plus trade exceptions and 4 million cash from the Suns. Got me in my hands. You know what? I was so excited at that moment, I thought it was an incredible opportunity and a joy, and it meant that I might be able to win a championship at the end of my career because Kobe was on the team , Gasol and Howard, playing with them, I never had the luxury to play with them."

"I know that not only I think so, but fans and the media also think so. After all, for me who is already 38 years old, I really don't have more time and opportunities. So, with many When the star wanted to leave, he was spurned and abused by countless fans. The fans in Phoenix chose to support me, the hero who brought them so much glory, and even raised the words 'It's OK, Nash You Can' in many games. Go' signs to support me."

"However, fate played another unfriendly joke on me. I suffered a slight fracture of my left leg within a few games. This may not be a big deal for a young man, but for a veteran who is nearly 40 years old His injury is undoubtedly a devastating disaster." Speaking of this, Nash glanced at Chu Xiao gratefully and said, "Fortunately, you stood up, grew up step by step, and led the team out of the quagmire, otherwise I would like to die I have all my heart, because I don't want to drag the whole team back when I come to the end, so that the old Lakers are still short of major generals."

"However, because of this, I am willing to teach you everything I have learned all my life. Even Dragic in the Suns did not learn as much as you. So, do you owe it to me? My one tuition fee?" Nash did not forget to joke.

"Yes, yes, I definitely owe you tuition fees, and more than once, I am willing to give you whatever you want." Chu Xiao didn't have a chance to speak until now.

Nash said seriously, "That's what you said, then go and pay me a championship for my tuition!"

Looking at Chu Xiao's difficult eyes, Nash said, "In the current Lakers formation, there are you, my direct disciple who are planning strategies, plus Kobe, Gasol, Howard and others, as well as the prodigal son Arenas. , Odom who came back home, Tracy McGrady who is willing to contribute the last drop of fuel for the championship, and giants such as Jamison and Meeks, the championship may no longer be a dream."

Then Nash started to ask Chu Xiao, he said, "Since Warcraft's comeback, your air connection with him and Kobe's 'Double Dragon Playing Pearl' can be described as an internal and external kill, helping the team to win a wave 7 consecutive victories, I am back at this time, but why must I break the chemical reaction that has just been established between you? Don’t you think that without me, you are all moving towards the playoffs in the best condition? ? I’ve been sitting on the sidelines watching games for almost half a season during my injury, why won’t I be allowed to continue watching from the bench?”

"But..." Chu Xiao originally wanted to interrupt, but was stopped by Nash, and the veteran continued, "I'm almost 40 years old, and it really doesn't matter whether I play the main force or not. It doesn’t matter how many assists I send out, because I just want to realize my championship dream. If I get to the finals and let me shoot a few shots and win the championship trophy, then my career will be perfect. But If you force a veteran player to start, if you encounter an injury in the middle, and then you can’t play in the finals, you can only see you sweating and sweating for the championship, even if you win the championship in the end, do you think I will be happy?"

"Master, after all, are you afraid that you will get hurt halfway?" Chu Xiao asked at this moment.

"Of course!" Nash didn't hide his worry, "I really don't want to get hurt again, so let me play as a substitute. Speaking of which, I might as well tell you something."

Nash swallowed and said, "Actually, I suffer from congenital spondylolisthesis, which is the root cause of my frequent back injuries, and back injuries are the fatal injury to my sports career."

Hearing this, Chu Xiao fell silent.

"Son of the Wind" Nash had many injuries in his career, but he didn't expect that one fatal injury was born!
Congenital forward spine, due to this injury, fans will often see Nash lying down on the sidelines to rest as soon as the timeout comes.

In addition, he has had numerous injuries throughout his career.

The bridge of the nose was bruised and blood flowed all over the face: In the Western Conference semifinals in 2007, the Suns and the Spurs met on a narrow road, Nash and Parker collided, the bridge of the nose was seriously injured, blood flowed all over the face, and 6 stitches were stitched.

The corner of his eye was knocked open by Duncan: In 2010, Nash encountered bloodshed again, and the corner of his eye was knocked open by Duncan.

Ankle Injury: Whether in the Suns or the Lakers, Nash has suffered from ankle injuries.

The front tooth was knocked out: While playing for the Suns, Nash had a corner of his front tooth knocked out in a game against the Jazz.

Shoulder injury: In the 2006-07 season, due to a shoulder injury, Nash regrettably missed the All-Star Game.

Hip injury: In 2010, Nash missed consecutive training sessions due to a hip injury.

Calf injury: In 2012, Nash ushered in the Lakers' debut, but suffered a setback. He injured his left calf during the game and was supported.

(End of this chapter)