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Chapter 791 Kobe's Affirmation

A year and a half ago, when the general manager of the Los Angeles Defenders, a subsidiary team of the Lakers, approached Lan Shengli and hoped to let him be the assistant coach of the team, Lan Shengli had fantasized about being Zen Master's subordinate. Learn by your side.

Especially when the general manager said that he would promote Lan Shengli to the coaching staff of the Lakers, Lan Shengli's thoughts became stronger.

However, with Lan Shengli joining the Clippers later, such a picture will be difficult to realize again.

However, Lan Shengli failed to become the Zen master's assistant, but became the Zen master's opponent.

Although in the opening game, the Clippers led by Lan Shengli lost to Zen Master's Lakers, but Lan Shengli's loss is not ashamed. He has made the Clippers even stronger now.

I believe that competing with a head coach like Zen Master will also allow Lan Shengli to grow and learn faster.

After the game, the two sat in the audience and chatted in a very natural way.

Being able to chat with the Zen master is a precious experience for Lan Shengli.

"Looking at your formation today, your control of the form on the court, and your transformation of the Clippers, you also have the potential to become a Zen master~~"

For Lan Shengli's performance, Zen Master also greatly appreciated it.

"How can I compare with you~, there is no comparison at all~, haha~!! I still have too much to learn. If I want to become a qualified NBA head coach, I still have too much to do Already~"

Lan Shengli still maintained that humble speaking style.

"Well~, your potential is really good~ I heard that our Development League team asked you to be an assistant coach before, but you rejected it. Looking at it now, we have lost a talent. If I had known this , it was time to give you a head coach position, haha~"

The Zen master said half-jokingly.

"Haha~, yes, I just missed an opportunity to become Zen Master's assistant coach~"

Lan Shengli also responded with a smile.

Although this is the first time for the two to meet, the two have a very happy conversation, and there is a feeling that they hate seeing each other late.

"You have a good deck of cards in your hand now, take care of these young people, I believe you will make a difference in the future, you will definitely~!!"

The Zen master continued to speak in an affirmative tone.

"Well~, thank you Zen master for your approval, I will work hard~!!"

The two continued to chat.

I believe that the recognition from the Zen master will make Lan Shengli more motivated, and he will be more determined about his team building ideas and future development direction.

Because the two teams are also in the Pacific Division, they will play four games in the regular season in one season. Lan Shengli and Zen Master still have three chances to compete. I believe Lan Shengli will seize these opportunities and continue to improve himself.

In addition to the affirmation of Lan Shengli, another key figure in this game has also been affirmed by his peers.

That is James Harden, the No. [-] pick who also made his career debut.

And the player who gave it affirmation is of course the idol Harden has always admired, Kobe Bryant.

Let's take a look at the statistics of Harden's NBA debut.

In 31 minutes, he made 14 of 5 two-pointers, 7 of 3 three-pointers, and 6 of 5 free throws. He scored 24 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals.

From the data point of view, Harden is worthy of a No. [-] pick.

However, from the perspective of the number of shots, it is not difficult to find that Harden actually has the "wireless fire right" in the Clippers. Maybe after Brand comes back, this right will no longer exist, but before that , Harden probably takes at least 20 or so shots per game.

Harden's efficiency in this game is also good, with a plus-minus value of +2, which is second only to Hill in the team.

Although the defensive end was a bit miserably targeted by Zen Master, Harden is not everyone can bully, and there are also successful defensive rounds.

So the overall performance is still remarkable, at least much better than in the preseason.

Don't forget, the opponent is the defending champion. Being able to score 24 points under Kobe's defense is enough to explain the problem.

Moreover, Harden showed all his skills on the offensive end except for the European step, which also shows that Harden has fully adapted to the NBA game.

After the game, players from both sides came to the field and greeted each other. Harden took the initiative to find Kobe.

The two of them simply clapped their hands and hugged each other, and then "whispered".

"You didn't play badly. Seeing your growth along the way, I'm happy for you~!"

During the game, Kobe was a ruthless, cold-blooded killer, and off the court, Kobe instantly turned into a warm-hearted big brother.

"I am really honored to be able to compete with my idol~!"

Harden also said very excitedly.

"Continue to hone yourself, continue to hone your skills, never be satisfied, never let up~!!, always practice more times than others, only in this way, you can be better than others, because when you are training, others are also I'm doing~, so if you want to surpass others, you must do this~"

Kobe continued to remind.

It's a "Mamba Mentality".

Harden nodded and responded.

"Come on~, you will have a bright future, I look forward to the next duel with you, I hope I can see your progress~!"

Kobe continued.

"I will~, I will definitely work hard, I have always used you as my benchmark, and I will work hard towards that goal~!!"

Harden continued to respond.

This dialogue between the old and new shooting guards on the court is like passing the torch from generation to generation.

Although Kobe is still at the peak, no one can resist the erosion of the years. Sooner or later, Kobe will decline and fade out of this league. Although Harden is still a rookie, he cannot rely on his own ability to wrestle with the defending champion. But as long as Harden works hard and works hard, James Harden may be the face of the league's shooting guards in the future.

Legacy is really important.

"Can I have special training with you next summer~?!"

On the occasion of parting here, Harden suddenly asked.

"Of course, but before that, you have to finish your rookie season well. You should work hard for your best rookie. When those achievements are achieved, some things will come naturally~"

Kobe responded.

The two of them didn't talk any more after that, and went their separate ways after saying goodbye.

"Best rookie~, I must get it, no matter how good the other rookies are, that award still belongs to me, absolutely mine~!!"

Harden said inwardly as he walked into the player tunnel.

What Kobe said just now has made Harden's fighting spirit more and more vigorous.

This is a virtuous circle. If you play well, people will naturally praise you and encourage you.

(End of this chapter)