NBA: I am the card dealer

Chapter 129 Set a small goal, first get the best of the week and get slapped in the face

Xue Liancheng went to bed early to prepare for tomorrow's game.

He didn't know that the two major sports media giants, ESPN and FOX Sports, were fighting because of him.

This is the cause of the incident.

FOX sports columnist Frank took the lead to speak out for Xue Liancheng and refuted many doubters.

He wrote on Twitter:

Let me tell you the truth, some of you will have such a big reaction why Xue Liancheng entered the All-Star.

because.

You are afraid of him, you are worried that your favorite player, or the core of the home team, will be replaced by Xue Liancheng for the All-Star seat.

What does it mean that if you don’t win the Player of the Week, you’re not qualified to be an All-Star?

Did Irving have a Player of the Week award last season?

He hasn't even made the All-Stars yet, and he hasn't even made the playoffs.

Who can explain this to me?

Also...what do you mean the crotch has been pulled in recent games?

Xue Liancheng averaged 18.8 points, 9.4 assists and 4.7 rebounds per game when he stretched his hips.

Others are even more ridiculous, saying that the Heat already have two All-Stars and Xue Liancheng should not be selected at all.

So I would like to ask, in the 12 All-Star Game, four Celtics were selected, why didn't you raise any objections?

What’s even more outrageous is that some people suggest that Chinese fans’ voting rights should be banned.

What nonsense, can you still be called an All-Star if you do this?

All-star = All-people star, understand?

Also, I want to remind you that the All-Stars are a voting mechanism, and fans vote for their favorite stars. Is there a problem with this?

I don’t think there is any problem with Xue Liancheng taking the starting position.

Taking a step back, in terms of statistics, Xue Liancheng is fully qualified to be selected with 18.8 points, 9.4 assists and 4.7 rebounds.

In terms of record, the Heat currently rank fourth in the Eastern Conference with 17 wins and 9 losses. They are only three games away from the first-place Raptors, which is not bad.

and so.

Why can't he be an All-Star?

……

that's all.

Frank came up with the reasons for questioning one by one and refuted them one by one, and they were well-founded.

But at this time, the famous ESPN reporter Windhorst retweeted Frank's tweet.

And choked:

Irving does not have the best player of the week, but his playing style is extremely gorgeous and he is deeply loved by fans. Who are you, Xue Liancheng?

He only knows how to push the ball horizontally, and the way he plays is extremely ugly.

You said that Xue Liancheng did not stretch his hips, so I would like to ask, for an All-Star player, do statistics like 14+5 and 11+3 mean that his hips stretch?

You also said that the Heat's record is fourth, but you also know that it is only fourth!

Why did the Celtics have four All-Stars in 12, but the public didn't react too much? It's because they consistently ranked among the top two in the Eastern Conference that season. This is the premise. In addition, the Big Three used to be regular All-Star players. Now that they are old and at their final peak, fans naturally hope that they will all appear on the All-Star stage. There is a sentimental factor...

Your Heat are only fourth now, what qualifications do you have to compare with the Celtics?

What kind of fan base does Xue Liancheng have?

it's here.

I dare to say that Xue Liancheng's status will never last long, because he has hit the rookie wall and will soon be exposed.

He doesn't deserve to be an All-Star.

……

that's all.

Wenhorst's point-by-point rebuttal of Frank is equally valid.

Finally, he also asserted that Xue Liancheng's ups and downs in status are already a precursor to hitting the rookie wall, and will become worse and worse in the future, and he is not worthy of an All-Star.

Frank immediately responded: The actions of a certain giant gorilla you have been touting are equally ugly. It was a given that he was selected for the All-Stars. Why did it affect Xue Liancheng's entry into the All-Stars?

And...you assert, why do you assert?

……

That's right.

The star with an ugly style of play that Frank refers to is none other than me, James.

And this famous ESPN reporter Windhorst is James' most famous royal reporter.

Just like Frank praised Xue Liancheng, Wen Horst even praised me for more than ten years, which is really ten years.

When it jumps out at this time, it’s worth pondering.

Heat fans believe that this is Windhorst's response to Xue Liancheng's original provocation of James.

Immediately afterwards, the two famous reporters began to pinch each other across the air.

Windhorst: What level is LeBron at? What level is your Xue Liancheng at? And...why can't I say that?

Frank: At the beginning of Xue Liancheng's rookie season, he performed much better than a certain superstar's rookie season, and... why do you make assertions about things that have not happened in the future?

Wenhorst: That’s right! Since the future has not happened, why does Xue Liancheng dare to say that he will definitely enter the All-Stars if there is no accident?

Frank was speechless for a moment, thought for a while, and responded: His current performance deserves to be an All-Star.

Windhorst: Then what?If he hits the rookie wall and his data degenerates to 15+7, or even 14+6, is he still worthy?

Frank: Do you think it's possible?

Wenhorst: Why is it impossible?

Frank: Do you find it interesting to talk?

Wenhorst: Let’s not talk nonsense, let’s be serious. If Xue Liancheng can still maintain the data of 19+9+4.5 on the day of the All-Star Game, I will immediately resign from ESPN and pin it on Twitter. You and Xue Liancheng apologize.

As soon as this remark came out, it exploded.

"Wang Defa, are you serious?"

"Haha...a wonderful sequel is coming."

"Resign? Apologize? This is too cruel."

"I can't tell, you are quite stubborn."

There are rarely scenes of columnists of this level spitting at each other. It is rare to see Frank and Windhorst facing each other.

The fans watched with gusto, and were shocked beyond measure when they suddenly saw Wenhorst's response.

Is it such a big deal?

Gambling your own future?

You know, ESPN and FOX Sports are the two most influential sports media giants in Beijing. It is not easy to get the position of columnist among the two major media!

Wenhorst used it for more than ten years, and Frank used it for more than twenty years.

The two of them can be said to be the top leaders in the basketball reporter world, that is, the top existence.

Regardless of fame, prestige, or even income, it is no less than that of a TV host.

Now he is pinching himself and even wants to risk his resignation. Isn't this just making fun of his own future?

One can imagine the shock of everyone.

Because it's so exciting.

At the same time, countless fans rushed to the two people's Twitter and began to fan the flames.

"Haha... I'm starting to like you guys."

"You're strong enough. I used to think you were a bitch, but now I realize you're really tough!"

"Whoever refuses to fight is a coward."

"This is the attitude, don't talk about it..."

If Frank takes up the challenge, it will definitely be the biggest news of the year in the press.

But Frank remained silent and did not respond for a long time.

Obviously.

The bet was too big for him to afford to lose.

Once he loses, the consequences will be extremely serious. Not only will he lose his job, but he will also lose the reputation he has accumulated in the past.

A reporter's job is to conduct interviews and publish detailed articles, and it is inevitable to occasionally use lip service and have heated arguments with colleagues over differences of opinion.

But what happens now?

Smash your job!

No matter who it was, everyone would probably be confused.

It took him more than 20 years to get this business.

Can it be used as a bet?

The fans, fearing that the world would be in chaos, booed and taunted one after another.

"Didn't you say you firmly believe in Xue Liancheng? Why are you so timid?"

"Haha... Are you still bragging about Xue Liancheng? You probably don't believe that he can keep playing, right?"

"Didn't you speak loudly just now? Why did you become mute when you really spoke?"

"Please believe in yourself and Xue Liancheng, okay?"

"The third giant, a super star, is gradually replacing LeBron's position. He is the shadow of Magic. He will definitely be a superstar in the future. Are these what you said?"

"What a coward."

……

But no matter what the fans said, Frank remained silent.

As if sinking into the sea, there is no news.

at this time.

Wen Horst directly resorted to the ultimate move, once again Art Frank: What?Is it constipation?Stuck in the toilet?How about this, I will give you another chance, as long as Xue Liancheng can maintain the 18+9+4 data on the day of the All-Star, I will resign from ESPN and apologize at the top, is it sincere enough?

Frank's face turned blue when he saw it.

Wenhorst's previous tweet can actually be understood as being motivated, after all, it got him talking.

Not responding can allow each other to calm down and leave room for redemption.

Now that Windhorst's tweet came out, its nature is completely different.

This is forcing him to kneel down by pressing his head!

This is Chi Guoguo sitting on his head and shitting!

If he doesn't respond to this, his credibility will collapse immediately.

For a journalist, losing credibility is fatal.

From then on, any of his speeches were no longer trusted and recognized by the public.

This means that his future is ruined!

Challenge?

The future may be gone.

Not willing to fight?

That future is definitely gone.

and so.

This time he did not hesitate, gritted his teeth and typed: OK! Taking the day of the All-Star Game as the limit, if Xue Liancheng cannot maintain his 18+9+4 performance, I will resign from FOX Sports and disappear from the media at the same time.

The melon-eating crowd watching was completely excited.

"Haha... a good show is coming!"

"They are all ruthless people! But I like..."

"This time, the press will lose a famous reporter!"

"Xue Liancheng, these two months are up to you. The fate of two big names in journalism is in your hands."

"I like to watch this kind of drama. If you want to play it, play it big."

"Let's see who is that unlucky guy in the end, hehe..."

……

And far away in Los Angeles, in a luxurious villa.

A fat white man was staring blankly at his phone, his face ashen.

This person is none other than ESPN's Wenhorst.

In fact, it was exactly as Frank expected. He threatened to be serious at the beginning and put his future on the line.

Commonly known as Kouha...

As soon as he sent it out, he regretted it.

But he never expected that Frank would disappear directly.

This made him elated and ecstatic.

It's not clear, the little old man is scared and dare not bet on his future.

Then why should he be polite? Naturally, he will pursue the victory and humiliate this old enemy wantonly.

result.

Frank unexpectedly agreed, which was like a blow to the head, making him feel like he was dying.

for real?

This time, he was also confused.

Because Xue Liancheng would hit the rookie wall, and how he would perform in the end, how would he know, what assertions and the like were just eye-catching.

Now that the arrow is on the string, it has no choice but to be fired, and there is no point in beating one's chest.

With slightly trembling hands, he typed a few words: I really look forward to the arrival of the All-Stars...

After sending.

He felt weak and slumped directly on the sofa. Looking at the luxuriously decorated villa, his mind went blank.

Does this put pressure on the villa?

Do not……

Not just the villa, but also his future, his future, his career, his reputation, his status, his reputation...

Almost everything is pressed.

That's right.

is everything.

Different from the spats of netizens or the big mouth of commentators, he can play tricks anytime and anywhere. He is a well-known columnist for ESPN.

What a reporter says must be convincing. Even if you exaggerate and say fallacies, you must have your own basis to make it convincing.

If you can't convince people, then you're done as a reporter.

He has no room for cheating or going back on his word, not at all...

even.

If he loses, if he doesn't leave, ESPN will fire him as soon as possible.

Because he represents the image of ESPN, he can break his promise, but ESPN cannot...

……

……

The next day.

When Xue Liancheng came to the arena, everyone looked at him as if he was watching monkeys in a zoo.

Xue Liancheng wondered, "What's wrong?"

Uncle Wei heheed twice, "You don't know yet?"

Xue Liancheng was even more puzzled, "What should I know?"

Uncle Wei said seriously, "Someone has put fate in your hands."

Xue Liancheng had a question mark: "What are you talking about..."

Sean Williams, who was watching from the side, was always very smart in this regard. He immediately took out his mobile phone and showed Xue Liancheng the dispute between Frank and Windhorst.

"Damn it...is it such a big game?"

After reading it, Xue Liancheng was also taken aback.

In front of countless netizens, he even bet on his performance.

The most important bet is your own future.

This is truly unheard of and unseen.

Doing this puts him under a lot of pressure.

Uncle Wei stared at Xue Liancheng and asked with a smile, "What do you feel at this moment?"

Xue Liancheng spread his hands, "What can I feel, and it's not because of my reputation."

This kind of thing is really beyond his control.

After all, his performance not only depends on his own state, but also depends on the touch of his teammates and the opponent's defense against him.

Also... the field is ever-changing and there are too many uncertain factors. Who dares to pat his chest and guarantee how many points and assists he can score in the next game?

No one can guarantee that.

Like his previous injury, it was an emergency and an uncertain factor.

The most important thing is that his ability actually lies here.

Averaged more than ten points + a few assists per game.

If your teammates feel better, add some assists.

If his teammates feel bad, then he can't help it.

Uncle Wei reminded, "This Frank is very flattering to you!"

Of course Xue Liancheng knew, but he really had limited abilities and average strength, so he could only smile bitterly and said, "I'll do my best."

Ok……

Set a small goal first, take the best of the week, help Frank stabilize his courage, and slap doubters in the face by the way.

this time.

He made a mental calculation.

The team must win consecutively or multiple times within a week.

You must score 20+ points, assist 10+, and grab more rebounds, only then can you have a chance to compete...

Isn’t it difficult to say?

Easy to say?

It doesn't seem to be easy.

Do your best!

Uncle Wei said earnestly, "You can't do your best, you have to work hard. Frank put his own reputation and future in order to protect you. Don't let him down, let alone the fans who support you."

Xue Liancheng took it to heart, nodded heavily, "I will do my best."

This is Frank's future and reputation. Of course, he cannot let the people who support him and trust him feel cold.

Uncle Wei smiled and said, "Relax, we will provide you with more cover."

Xue Liancheng was a little embarrassed, "It's still about the team's victory!"

He heard it, and Uncle Wei asked him to brush the data.

But a while ago, Frank just boasted that he was desperate for victory and regarded statistics as nothing.

He turned around and slapped Frank in the face.

but.

It's better to be slapped in the face than to lose your future and career!

Brushing is a must.

But I can't say it clearly.

Use it secretly.

Uncle Wei is also true, regardless of occasion or status.

The boss of the team encouraged the younger brother to brush up the data. If he told it, it would be a big blow to Uncle Wei's image!

As for who will tell it?

Who can say for sure, everyone present, including Sean Williams.

after all.

Teammates can also become former teammates.

When the news is revealed, he and Uncle Wei will be ruined.

Uncle Wei also came to his senses, "Okay, let's not talk anymore. Let's watch the Wizards' video first."

……

……

American Airlines Arena.

8pm.

After the entrance ceremony.

Xue Liancheng went to the technical desk to apply magnesium powder, and Wall happened to come over.

The two of them glanced at each other, really disgusted with each other.

Not a word of communication.

Wall even snorted and sneered contemptuously.

Xue Liancheng didn't know if Wall scolded him secretly, anyway, he had already scolded him.

Little bastard...

I will take you first to sacrifice the flag.

Let’s see who can’t be compared with whom?

Xue Liancheng was secretly furious.

In this game, not only must you play beautifully, but you must also win the game, and even more importantly, you must generate statistics quietly.

Ok……

Do you want to ask Uncle Wei for my mobile phone number, Da Zhan Huang?

after all.

In terms of data brushing, I, James, have a lot of experience.

My big Zhan Huang said the second, no one should dare to say the first.

It would be great if he could ask for advice on two tricks, which would help his statistics to rise slowly.

But think about it and forget it.

I, Emperor James, don’t want to see him, and I still don’t want to talk about him in front of others.

Not a word...

It seems like you really don’t want to get to know him!

Thinking of this, Xue Liancheng felt a little funny for no reason. Some of my behavior, Emperor James, really looked like a child...