Thanos

Chapter 46 China Derby
In the press conference after the game, Kobe was asked, "Who is better, Howard or Ye Heping?"

Kobe said with a smile: "Howard's talent is unparalleled, it is a godsend, even James can't match it, that's why he became the No. 04 pick in [-]."

"Based on talent alone, Ye Heping is not as good as Howard, but I still think Ye Heping is better."

"It's not because he's my teammate, so I choose him. It's because he has a very high IQ and works very hard. On both points, I am ashamed of myself."

Tang Shuai on the side added: "Ye Heping is the first Lakers to arrive at the training hall every day and the last to leave. More importantly, he has only been in contact with real basketball games for less than two months, which is enough to show his talent."

Later, the Magic press conference.

Head coach John Davis brought Francis, Hill and Howard to participate.

The reporter once again asked the question of who is better, Howard or Ye Heping, and explained the attitudes of Kobe and Tang Shuai in advance.

"Ye Heping is not bad, but Howard is better, there is no comparison between the two, I am sure of that."

John Davis said without hesitation.

A hint of pride flashed across Howard's face, as well as a hint of contempt.

Ye Heping, that thin yellow-skinned man, is he worthy of being compared with me?

This coach is sensible and I like it.

"I am more optimistic about Ye Heping. As you know, I used to be teammates with Yao Ming. Their talents seem average, they can't run or jump, but they have a soft touch and a strong heart. Just like Yao Ming, Ye will have a bright future."

Francis should be regarded as loving his house, he really likes Dayao, that humble guy.

"Howard, there is no doubt about it. But Ye is really great! You only know what kind of person he is when you play against him. That kid was obviously beaten by me, but he never gave up until he left the field. With this character alone, he deserves any praise. In terms of talent, Howard is even better. But in his heart, Ye Heping is Howard's role model."

Grant Hill is a well-known good man and gentleman, and his words can be said to be without offense.

But no one saw that there was a glimmer of gloom on Howard's face.

I want to learn from that weak chicken, are you blind?What qualifications does he have?
Alright, next time I will definitely blow him up and let you know why I am the champion and what is Ye Heping.

"Okay, I'll listen to Steve and Grant."

In front of the flash, Howard behaved like a good boy.

But apart from a time traveler like Ye Heping, who knew that he was actually a thorn in the side, a problem player?

……

On November 11th, it was another back-to-back, the last game of the Lakers' five-game streak.

Houston, Toyota Center, Rockets vs. Lakers.

This was a game that attracted a lot of attention. After all, there are two of the four major shooting guards, Tracy McGrady and Kobe, these two superstars.

The elegant McGrady and the picturesque Kobe, their duel is very eye-catching.

It's a pity that before the game, the Rockets reported that McGrady has confirmed that he will miss the game due to injury, and the team's third leader Juwan Howard is also likely to not play due to injury.

This allowed the two evenly matched teams to suddenly widen the gap in strength.

The Big Three of the Rockets, Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming, and Zhu Huo (Juwan Howard) only have one Yao Ming left. How will this game be played?
New York, NBA headquarters.

Xiao Hua handed Stern a report: "President, as you estimated, the ratings across the United States have plummeted."

"Ah."

Stern nodded: "Where's Mark Tatum?"

Tatum is another vice president of the NBA. He is on the same level as Xiao Hua and can be regarded as a competitor.

Said that Cao Cao Cao Cao arrived, Tatum also walked in with a report: "President, the audience in China has risen sharply. After counting the final results, the total number of viewers has not decreased but increased."

"very good!"

Stern stood up suddenly and laughed excitedly, not at all like the usual calm and profound old guy.

Both Silver and Tatum can understand Stern's mood. Stern has been committed to the globalization of the NBA all his life, and this ratings show that the NBA has initially occupied the Chinese market.

His strategy took a crucial step.

Tatum said with a smile: "According to the survey, the Rockets originally received the most attention from Chinese fans. The Lakers, Bulls, Spurs, and Kings are considered to be the second echelon. But this year, the number of Chinese fans of the Lakers has increased sharply, and they have already approached the Rockets. The two teams are in the same first echelon."

Stern nodded. The situation of the Lakers is predictable. After all, the Lakers now also have a Chinese player who is still the main force of the team. Coupled with Kobe's popularity, it is no wonder that he has not received much attention.

"Tatum, you have Chinese blood, and it is easier to get in touch with China. You must keep up with things in the Chinese market."

Stern demanded.

"Yes, Mr. President."

Tatum readily agreed.

And Xiao Hua's face at the side flashed a glimmer of haze.

Doing a good job in the Chinese market will definitely add a lot of points to Stern.

It's a pity that he doesn't have the Chinese blood like Tatum, and Stern didn't consider making himself responsible at all.

If this continues, Tatum is likely to catch up from behind and cause huge troubles for himself in the future presidential election.

……

"Hello everyone, this is CCTV-5, CCTV Sports Channel, here is Han Qiaosheng (Zhang Weiping) bringing you an NBA regular season, the Rockets beat the Lakers, this can be said to be a Chinese derby."

At that time, China's basketball commentary industry had just started, and football commentator Han Qiaosheng was occasionally pulled to comment on the NBA.

"The Rockets players should be familiar to everyone, but McGrady and Uncle Huo are absent in this game, so the starting lineup has changed a lot.

Big center: Yao Ming.

Second center: Maurice Taylor.

Small Forward: Persijan Naheba.

Shooting guard: Jim Jackson.

Point guard: Charlie Ward. "

Zhang Weiping introduced the Rockets starting.

Han Qiaosheng introduced the Lakers' starting lineup: "It's a pity that Ye Heping is still a substitute. But Yao Ming also played from the bench at the beginning. I believe that Ye Heping can play if he is given a chance."

Ye Heping himself didn't know that he already had a certain reputation in China.

After all, there are very few Chinese in the NBA. Besides Yao Ming, Ye Heping is the only one who can have a stable chance to play.

Coupled with the obsession of Chinese fans with the Lakers and Kobe, it is not surprising that Ye Heping is famous.

"Lakers center: Mihm.

Power Forward: Lamar Odom.

Small Forward: Butler.

Shooting guard: Kobe:
Point guard: Butler! ?
It seems that the surname Butler is a common surname in the United States, and the Lakers have a pair of Butler brothers.Oh... sorry, just to correct, the Lakers point guard is called Atkins, he and Butler are not brothers. "

Beep beep, the game officially begins.

(End of this chapter)