This night, Zhou Xuan and the two sisters had a good conversation, and returned to the villa very late. He gave Mitchell. Butler called and asked Anne. The situation with Leibovitz. Mitchell was very excited, saying that when he joined the NBA in the future, when he was a little famous, he would ask Annie to help him take pictures, and he would stir up his fame.

The chef did a good job, Zhou Xuan and the Olsen family gradually became closer, and after becoming friends with the two sisters, their lives became colorful, but basketball was the opposite. God seems to want to tell him that you have many options to succeed and that playing basketball is not the best job for you.

Heading into June, he still didn't get a tryout offer from another team, as if he had been forgotten. Each team has sent scouts to Orlando training camp, and there is no advantage in trying out Zhou Xuan alone, and the draft prospects are heavily clouded.

Los Angeles' high-profile Lakers have also been in bad shape lately. They made it to the Finals, but the Celtics led 2-1 on aggregate.

In the third coach game between the two sides on June 13, the Celtics completed a comeback after trailing by 24 points at one point, defeating the Lakers 97-91 on the road, winning a crucial game and leading 3-1 in the Finals.

The Lakers led by as many as 21 points in the first quarter, the largest margin in the first quarter of the NBA Finals in history, the previous record being a 20-point lead over the Lakers in Game 7 of the 1970 Finals. However, the huge advantage failed to exchange for a victory, which can be described as the most humiliating loss in the history of the Lakers. Bryant finished with 17 points, 4 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals on 6-of-19 shooting. 10 assists looks beautiful, but in James. Percy and Ray. Under Allen's turns, his scoring efficiency was much lower than usual, and he was invisible on the court at critical moments.

Paul. Gasol finally stepped aside, and with Odom's outburst, the Lakers prevented Boston from winning the championship in Los Angeles. But in Game 6, the Lakers' championship dream was completely shattered in the green sea of Boston's home court.

This time, the Lakers lost even worse, scoring 39 points to set a record for the most points lost in the finals, adding an unacceptable and indelible shame to the Lakers. And throughout the series, the Celtics set a series of Finals three-point shooting and steal records. Los Angeles' pride, self-confidence, and self-esteem are being turned upside down, and the pain may last for a long time.

After the game, some people said that Kobe Bryant was the last man in Los Angeles, and he was the only one who fought without the support of his teammates. Some people also listed Kobe Bryant's 15 major mistakes in the finals, saying that his shooting rate was only 40% lower than the average level of the whole team, and his 23 turnovers were the highest in the two teams, close to the average of 4 per game, and he did not make due contributions on the defensive end, which is the biggest cancer of the Lakers.

Either way, the Los Angeles fans were thrilled for a season that ended in tragedy, and the Lakers had to try again next year. Paul. Pierce, Kevin. The Big Three of Greens formed by Garnett and Ray Allen realized their dreams together, and Pierce also won the Finals MVP.

As soon as the Finals are over, all eyes are turned to the upcoming NBA Draft.

Zhou Xuan has less time to practice basketball, just throws a few shots a day to maintain his feel, and recuperates to prepare for the outbreak of the Las Vegas Summer League after the draft. He and the Olsen sisters have a better and better relationship, and the two often pull Zhou Xuan to accompany them to play bowling and play game consoles.

Zhou Xuan always has no idea how to play bowling, and he plays NBA2007 with a handle, and he is not the opponent of the two sisters. He prefers to play on the court rather than games, what's the point of moving his fingers?

That night, Zhou Xuan put too much salt in one of his dishes, and it was rare to make a mistake.

After the meal, Ashley asked, "Have you been a little restless lately, are you worried that you won't be able to choose?" ”

"I'm worried that the Clippers have only invited me to try out so far. Not many people have ever seen me play, so how can I prove myself? Zhou Xuan let out a long sigh.

"It's a rare time when you're not confident. If you want me to say, you can't just do photography, if Anne takes you as an apprentice, it will be difficult for you to succeed if you have this relationship. Mary laughed.

"I love basketball and I will never give up. Even if I don't make it in the draft, I can stay as long as I play for a certain team in the preseason. In fact, Zhou Xuan is most worried about being selected by some small city teams. If you go to Minnesota, the bitter cold land, or the city with poor security, or the economic recession of Detroit, it is enough to be a headache.

"You're going to be chosen, aren't you leaving?" Mary asked.

"I'm going to play Summer League in Las Vegas in July. Then I want to play in the Drew League in Los Angeles and test my skills. Trying to sign with a team before October and staying in Los Angeles for a while. "Zhou Xuan has already discussed the plan with Mitchell.

"You go to the Drew League, we can't cheer you on." Mary snorted, "I don't think you need to participate in that, the level is too low, you might as well come back and cook and practice here." ”

"I'll think about it." People have been together for a long time, and it is inevitable that they will have some feelings. He and his sisters are not in love, but they are used to chatting and playing together. They are all very good people to get along with, small and delicate, and have a temperament that makes people want to pity.

Zhou Xuan still wants to play in the Drew League, but there are many people. It feels different to practice on your own and to play a game.

June 1973, Erwin. Willis established the Drew League. In the early days, there were only six teams in the league, and the composition of players was not fixed. Before each game, a new player can join the team, provided that he passes the league's review, and gangsters and bad street players will not be allowed to enter the league, no matter how good their skills are. Because this is a "pure" alliance.

Although this league is small and not very high-level, it does not follow the street route of the vast majority of amateur leagues. The darker side of street culture has no market here, and in Willis's eyes, the league's most important purpose is to use basketball as a medium to enable young men and women in Los Angeles to learn the true meaning of life. In Willis's view, what the Drew League can bring to everyone is a correct concept of basketball and even life, which cannot improve your skills, but will accompany you into high school, college and even society.

Willis built this alliance, and Dino. Smalley was a key figure in the alliance's growth. As Willis's best friend, Smiley has been supporting Willis and the alliance. In 1985, Willis decided to hand over the alliance to Smiley. It was also in this year that the Drew League began to break through the limit of 6 teams, reaching 10, 12, and until today only "20 invited teams participate". It can be said that Smalley has made great contributions to the development of this alliance.

Thirty years ago, no one knew about this obscure little alliance. But now, some NBA stars also come to play games as a holiday relaxation. This league is different from ordinary street basketball leagues, and it has become a platform for everyone to communicate and form a healthy mindset. Today, that goal remains the same. No matter how big a card is, they must come according to Drew's rules, and no one is exempt. The so-called Drew rule is equality and mutual respect. Despite the fact that the Drew League has become more famous and has more and more fans due to the increasing number of NBA players joining, it still adheres to the principle of free when it was created 40 years ago, and the games are still open and ticket-free, with the proceeds largely coming from voluntary donations from fans.

Only by separating basketball from interests can people see basketball in its purest form. The limelight of this amateur league has long overshadowed Rock Park in New York.

Ashley suddenly said, "By the way, aren't you not famous enough for no one to pay attention to?" I came up with a way to get you noticed. ”

"What's the solution?"

"It's simple, the two of us accompany you to the draft. The location is in New York, and we can also stop by to see my mother and little sister. Your family can't be there, but having us with you will ensure that the attention is more than others. Ashley laughed.

"Wow, if you go together, the media is going crazy. Aren't you afraid of having an affair with me? Hearing this proposal, Zhou Xuan was not only happy, but also very moved. If he sits alone and waits, in case he loses, he may be so depressed that he cries when he thinks that his parents are watching him in front of the TV. With the Olsen sisters, he won't be so miserable, even if he loses, he will definitely be able to face it with a smile. Then try to get into the NBA by playing preseason games.

"What are you afraid of, just say that we are friends to the outside world, are you still afraid of having an affair with us?" Mary frowned, not objecting to the proposal.

"How is that possible? I'm so glad that you two beauties can give me the strongest support. With you taking a good look at me, what am I afraid of? Zhou Xuan said excitedly.

"Okay, that's it, let's go to New York together." Mary looked at Zhou Xuan and snorted, "It's strange, I suddenly feel that New York is not so annoying." ”

Hey, she seems to have something to say, is it because I forgot the Greek boy? Zhou Xuan didn't ask. He immediately gave Mitchell. Butler called and said he wouldn't be flying with him to New York.

"For what?" Mitchell wondered.

"I'm going to go with Ashley and Mary, and they're going to be my family and friends group, supporting me in the draft, and then the four of us will sit together." Zhou Xuan said with a smile.

"What? What did you say? They're all going? You lucky guy, you can steal the spotlight with Ross and Beasley. Mitchell also got excited.

"I think so too."

"Frankly, which of them is your girlfriend? I don't say anything. Mitchell asked with a smile.

"We're just ordinary friends."

"Aren't you tempted? Since they are willing to support you, they must have a good impression of you. ”

"That...... Don't talk about it, I'm more concerned about where I'm going to play next season. Zhou Xuan knew that he had a good impression of both sisters, but it was not love.