(Happy Dragon Boat Festival!) ）

On September 10, 2006, the Blue Devils' training hall was lively again after a holiday.

The roster of players who will represent Duke in the NCAA 06-07 season has been determined. Point Guard: Greg. Paulus, a sophomore this year, averaged 6.7 points, 5.2 assists and 1.6 steals per game as the team's backup point guard last year. If it weren't for Coach K's insistence on transforming Sun Yi into a point guard, Paulus would probably play the main team this year. In addition to Sun Yi, Thomas and senior Joe. Pagliuca is basically a substitute among the substitutes. It is said that there is an old man in the family, if there is a treasure. Pagliuca, who has average ball skills, is the glue between the players, and his presence can make the Blue Devils more harmonious.

Shooting guard: DeMarcus Nelson, who has been a substitute for J.J. Redick for two consecutive years, is 1.93 meters tall, and his sharp breakthroughs and accurate long-range shots allow him to average 7 points per game in limited time and shots. With Redick's departure, the capable quarterback has a good chance of exploding this season.

Gerrard. Henderson, as a swingman at the back guard whom Coach K values very much, is likely to appear at the shooting guard and small forward positions in the new season. Nick. Sutton, it's basically hard to get a chance to play.

Small forward: 1.98 meters tall sophomore David. McClure has a very accurate three-point shot and will be a prime contender for the small forward position. Martinas. Pertheus and Stephen. Johnson is slightly inferior and will be used as a substitute.

Power forward: 2.08m Josh. McRoberts will be the obvious choice for this position, as the MVP of the 2005 McDonald's High School All-Star Game, he can be regarded as Sun Yi's senior. In his freshman season, McRoberts averaged 8.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 blocks per game, and also shot a team-high basket percentage: 60.5 percent. After the freshman season, many NBA draft experts are optimistic about the prospect of this all-around power forward who is good at mid-range shooting, has excellent passing awareness and vision, and has excellent high post playmaking ability to enter the lottery zone. Surprisingly, McRoberts announced that he was giving up the summer '06 draft for the NCAA title. There is no doubt that as the team's new captain, he will be an important tactical piece for the Blues in the new season.

Jamal. Although Boykin's physical condition is average, he is only 2.06 meters. But his tenacious defensive will and excellent rebounding position are highly valued by the coaching staff. Lenny. Doyle will often be on the bench as a complement to the two.

Center: Brian. As the only orthodox center forward in the team, Zobeek is 2.13 meters tall and weighs 115 kilograms. He is a typical interior blue-collar player, with average athleticism, but he has a very good nose for frontcourt rebounding. His gentle appearance does not affect his tough fighting style, and he is not afraid of physical confrontation.

As an iconic figure of Duke University and the head coach of the U.S. men's basketball team, Coach K returned to the team after a short break after a short break from coaching at the World Men's Basketball Championship.

The old man who was not tall stood in front of the fourteen players, his gentle gaze swept over the young faces in front of him, and he said with a smile in his unhurried but extremely confident voice: "First of all, I would like to introduce myself routinely, I am your head coach Mike. Shashefsky. You can call me Mike, or coach. Raising his arm and pointing to the people next to him, "New little guys, introduce you to the members of the coaching staff." Chris. Collinson, who has coached several Defensive Player of the Year players, will be responsible for specific defensive drills. Steve. Wojciechovski, all the tactical routines of the team are in his head. Nate. James is the physical trainer of the Blue Devils, don't be disrespectful to him, or you'll regret it, Josh, right? ”

When the old students in the team heard this, they let out a burst of laughter. Hunk Josh. Roberts ignored the voice around him and replied loudly, "Yes, coach." You're right. ”

Coach K gently pressed down with both hands, and the voice in the team of players disappeared immediately. "As is customary, before the first training session of the team, I have a few requirements and expectations for the new players. It's not a lot of requirements, but it's important, and basketball is probably the most important thing for you right now. But basketball alone is not enough for a long life, so you can't waste your studies if you want to play. ”

Many new players have heard of this team rule. However, after hearing the unquestionable tone of Coach K, everyone did not dare to take any chances.

"Don't be too nervous, kids. Now, let's talk about what our coaching staff expects from you. Trust, respect and responsibility. Trust is an essential emotional factor for every successful team. As a member of the Blue Devils team, whether it's a coach or a player, I hope everyone can understand what these two words mean. ”

Coach K, who is very concerned about his personal image, raised his hand to comb the hair in front of his forehead, and continued: "Respect. This is a fundamental virtue, whether as a player or as an ordinary person. It makes you stronger and more confident. ”

"Responsibility. I won't say much about the meaning of this word. With the Blue Devils wearing their shirt today, it's your duty to defend their honour. Duke University not only cultivates outstanding academic and basketball talents, but also wants each and every one of its students to become excellent individuals. ”

The old man put aside the physical trainer Nate. James pulled in front of the players, "Next, Coach Nate will dispose of the excess fat on you this holiday." ”

"Wow, no." "Coach, don't." "......" A cry of bitterness and begging for mercy came out of the mouths of the veteran players. Although it is not explicitly stated, everyone knows that the most boring and boring training content is coming.

"I'm sorry if you can't get past me. Your name will not appear on the roster of matches that start the new season in two months' time. Coach James's naked threat made many players who indulged themselves during the holiday can't help but tremble in their calves. Curse in my heart, this devilish fellow.

Sun Yi, who had just experienced the devastation of Will and Glenn in the summer, soon became a member of the Nate Diet. James passed the test. He was joined by team captains Mike Roberts, Nelson and Paulus.

Looking at the pitiful looks of his friends Thomas and Henderson, Sun Yi had a helpless expression.

"Sun, don't think that you have escaped, there are even more terrible people waiting for you behind." Following the eyes of captain Mike Roberts, Sun Yi saw the coaches with weird smiles on their faces.