Bishop of the Abyss

Chapter 106 106. You'd better not look at me like this, it's dangerous! (3.6K words for subscription)

"Lu, there is a lot of pressure on the team in the new season. The Heat have made crazy reinforcements during the offseason. They have surpassed us in the championship list announced by ESPN. I don't know how sure you are in leading the team to defend the championship in the new season."

In the office, General Manager McHale looked at Luke eagerly while smoking a cigarette.

Last season, under the leadership of head coach Luke, the Timberwolves successfully won the first championship trophy in team history, which also allowed the Timberwolves to officially get rid of the dilemma of no championship in team history.

At the same time, this championship also made Minnesota's basketball atmosphere more intense.

Regarding this point, it is not difficult to see from the excitement of the Minnesota Field Stadium during the offseason that the cohesion of the fans is gradually improving. This is the impact of the championship on a city.

But people's desires will never stop. Last season, the Timberwolves fans thought they would be thankful for winning the championship, but after the team won the NBA championship, the fans hoped that the Timberwolves could defend their title and even build a dynasty in the next two years.

And as the teams actively strengthened during the offseason, the Miami Heat in the East spent a lot of money alone, which made the Timberwolves feel a lot of pressure before the start of the new season.

Even most of the NBA news in September is related to the defending champion Timberwolves, but these news are all about whether the Timberwolves can successfully defend their title in the new season, and what are the chances of other teams being able to overthrow the Timberwolves.

Even from the perspective of general manager McHale, the team's championship last season has already satisfied him. At least within three years, his position as general manager is absolutely unshakable, and he can safely act as a salted fish.

But the constant pressure from the outside world is like a spring that is constantly being compressed, so McHale has to be in a tight state all the time, and he is worried about the road to defending the title in the new season.

In particular, Heat star Dwyane Wade made several remarks during the offseason, saying that the Heat will make a comeback in the new season and regain the championship that was hacked by the Timberwolves, which put the Timberwolves under tremendous pressure from public opinion.

It is foreseeable that once the Heat really gain the upper hand in the matchup with the Timberwolves in the new season, I am afraid that the word-of-mouth of the Timberwolves will start to decline in a straight line.

"The team's lineup for the new season is good, and judging from the running-in state this month, there are not too many problems."

"As long as the players stay healthy in the new season and the team does not suffer from extensive injuries, their performance will not be worse than last season, and they can even challenge the best record in history set by the Bulls."

Staring at the computer engrossed, Luke's tone was slightly relaxed, and it seemed that he didn't take the Heat seriously.

"Nick joined the Spurs during the offseason, and the Suns have also been upgraded in the lineup. The strength of these two teams has improved in the new season. We should not be too optimistic."

Shaking his head slightly, McHale, who is a famous former NBA star, knows very well that the reason why most teams fail to defend their championship is not because of the decline in the depth of the lineup, but because the team often loses heart after winning the championship and begins to underestimate the enemy in their hearts. Something went wrong internally.

So at this time McHale is not as relaxed as Luke.

"By the way, both the Heat and the Pistons have changed their head coaches in the new season. The Heat fired Stan, and the current general manager Pat (Riley) has temporarily taken over the coach."

"It seems that Pat is planning to come down to coach this season himself. Pat is an old fox who is difficult to deal with. The Heat's desire for the championship in the new season is not hidden at all. This is really a headache."

After saying this, McHale looked up at Luke who was still staring at the computer. McHale continued: "The Pistons also fired Larry, and now the old acquaintance Philip is taking over the team coach."

"Compared to losing to the Heat, we must not lose to the Pistons next season, otherwise the outside world will drown us with saliva."

The head coach of the Pistons in the new season is the old Sanders who coached the Timberwolves that year.

After being swept out by Timberwolves owner Glenn Taylor, Philip Sanders took a year off at home and then took over Larry Brown this season as the new head coach of the Pistons.

As general manager McHale said, even if the Timberwolves lose to the Heat in the new season, they must not lose to the Pistons.

Otherwise, based on the previous grievances between the old Sanders and the Timberwolves, even Luke would definitely be involved.

At that time, the outside world may not know how ugly words will be waiting for the Timberwolves.

"It's just Philip. If he dares to commit crimes against the wind and take over the Pistons at this time, he must be prepared to be completely ruined."

"If I can break a piston once, I can naturally break it a second time."

"I hope the Pistons will play it safe next season, otherwise I don't mind helping it dissipate in the long river of history in advance!" Stretching back, Luke's face did not change at all, just like his tone, relaxed with a hint of arrogance !
"How about the Rockets?" Looking up at the general manager McHale, Luke asked immediately.

"Jeff was also fired by the management. Both the Van Gundy brothers are currently unemployed. The head coach of the Rockets for the new season has been confirmed and will be held by Bob Hill, the assistant coach of the Supersonics last season."

"Speaking of which, I have to remind you that you have completely offended the Van Gundy brothers now."

"At present, the outside world has been rumoring that you have an enmity with the Van Gundy brothers, and I don't know what happened between you." McHale smiled lightly, and even a trace of gossip ignited in his eyes.

"Well, Bob, that should be okay." Luke muttered softly, without any intention of explaining.

"Don't worry, Kevin, I know you want an answer, but I can only tell you that the team has a strong lineup for the new season, and I can't guarantee the championship in advance, but if there is a favorite in the league, the biggest winner The favorite will definitely be the Timberwolves!"

"Don't think about too many things, I have my own arrangements for the new season."

"It's already the end of September, and the start of the new season is getting closer and closer. I'm going to take Bill to Huntington Beach in two days, and I'll be back in about a day or two. If it's later, I won't have a chance." A cigarette, Luke said indifferently.

"Huntington Beach? That place is a bit remote. Apart from surfing, I really don't know what other attractions are there. Even if you want to travel, the best time for surfing is now past." McHale said with a look on his face. He looked at Luke suspiciously.

Huntington Beach is a city in Orange County, California, USA. The state government is Saramento, which is also the site of the Kings.

The resident population of the entire Huntington Beach is less than 20, which is definitely a small city.

"For some personal matters, it won't take long to see someone, and it won't delay the upcoming new season."

Seeing that Luke didn't intend to explain, McHale didn't ask too much. Although it's the end of September and the preseason is getting closer, the transportation is convenient now, and it won't take long to go back and forth.

As long as Luke didn't go to Huntington Beach to fight gangs, McHale really didn't bother to ask, especially when Luke talked about personal matters, McHale was even less interested.

Now for McHale, whether he can defend his title in the new season is his biggest concern.

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At the end of September, a basketball stadium in Huntington Beach, California.

"Lu, this is the girl you mentioned? This is too young, she looks only seven or eight years old." Lambiel looked at Luke in surprise, and the word "beast" seemed to be revealed in his eyes!

"Bill, you'd better not look at me like that, it's dangerous." Luke said expressionlessly.

"Is there anything else in this world that can make you feel dangerous?"

"No, I said you would be dangerous."

Lambiel shook his head helplessly. After these months of getting along, Lambiel knew that although Luke looked very indifferent on the surface, he was easy to get along with in private.

As long as the bottom line is not involved, Lambiel has never seen Luke get angry for no reason.

Of course, the main reason is that Luke has great trust in Lambiel. Even though Lambiel has just landed in the NBA as an assistant coach, Luke's green light for Lambiel has been unimpeded all the way, which makes Lambiel grateful.

Sometimes this is the case, there is also a dark side in the heart of a sunny person, and a sunny side in a devil full of evil.

At this time, there are six little girls in the court who are learning basketball, and it seems that they are playing 3V3 group confrontation.

The girl Lambiel mentioned before is the most conspicuous of the six girls. There is no way, the girl's appearance is already outstanding at such a young age, she is a bright pearl in the dark.

"Are you sure she is the basketball seed you mentioned? The basic skills are pretty good, but judging by her appearance, why do I feel that you seem to have something wrong in your heart!" Lambiel showed a half-smile expression, obviously a bit confused about Luke's real purpose question.

The point of doubt is not that this girl is an excellent basketball seedling. In fact, from Lambir's perspective, when he sees this girl's excellent basic skills, he knows that as long as this guy receives professional basketball training in the future, he will definitely be able to play professionally in the future. league.

As a top NBA star Lambiel still has this vision, what's more, Lambiel's vision may be wrong, but Luke's vision will definitely not be wrong!
Ignoring Lambiel's doubts, Luke said to himself: "Her name is Katie Lu Samuelsson, and she is an excellent basketball seedling. I believe she will shine in the future."

"This time I plan to pave the way for her with my own hands."

"Put away those dirty eyes of yours, I suggest you go to the hospital to change your brain when you have time, your thoughts are a bit dirty." Luke said with a frown as he glanced at Bill Lanbier with a weird expression.

Katie Lu Samuelson has always been called the number one beauty in American basketball in later generations. On a normal historical track, Katie Lu Samuelson can eventually succeed, but the process is a bit bumpy and even a bit bad.

So in this life Luke plans to help her out, who makes Luke love this little guy more.

Katie Lu Samuelson is only eight years old this year, and this age is the best age to lay the foundation. If Luke helps, I believe Katie Lu Samuelson will become even brighter.

Katie Lu Samuelson was born in a sports family, and she started playing basketball at the age of four.

Katie's father, Jon Samuelson, once played professional leagues in Europe. It sounds like a bit of a legend, but he is just a rookie at the water dispenser. He made 3 shots in his career, which is comparable to a volute.

Mother Karen Samuelson was selected to the All England netball team, yes, also a scumbag.

This kind of sports family seems to be very legendary at first glance, but if you really want to investigate it, it is completely a commoner family.

Therefore, Katie Lu Samuelson will be able to succeed in the future and become the number one female high school student in the United States. It can be said that she has put in a lot of hard work. Of course, her appearance has also added a lot of points to her.

Katie is an excellent basketball prospect, and also a lovable little guy in life, at least in Luke's view, he deserves help.

"The guy standing on the sidelines is her father. You can convey to him my willingness to pave the way for Katie, and I will leave this matter to you." After finishing speaking, Luke turned and walked towards the door. I want to be a hands-off shopkeeper.

"You don't want to show up when everyone is here, and leave it to me at such a short distance, how lazy you are!" Ranbier's gnashing of teeth came from behind.

"Believe me, no one in the American basketball world dares to touch your face, especially the women's basketball team." Luke waved his hands without looking back.

Seeing Luke turning and leaving in a chic way, Lambiel shook his head thoughtfully, turned around and glanced at the talented Katie on the field, and then raised his feet to Jon Sa on the sidelines. Muelson goes.

　Ask for a monthly ticket, ask for a recommendation ticket, thank you, third child!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)