June 27th.

The day after Li Zhen arrived in New York, Professor Li and Professor Wang also flew to New York from across the ocean.

and participated in CCTV's interview with his son in the hotel.

In the show, which was supposed to interview Li Zhen, the two scientists talked about education: "Our education method is... Support Lee Jin to do what he wants to do. We believe that learning is important, but sports are just as important. Life lies in sports, health is the foundation of everything, with health, in order to enjoy the other... Knowledge, wealth, skills... Wait a minute. ”

To be honest, Professor Li's conversation made Professor Wang next to her unable to listen, and it sounded like irony, because before this, she was vehemently opposed to Li Zhen's transfer to play basketball. In her mind, Harvard's position is much higher than that of Stanford, although Stanford is also a prestigious school.

After talking about education, Professor Wang talked about the revitalization of national brands. She said: "Our country now continues to get rid of the image of low-cost OEM, and we want to build our own brand." From Made in China to Made in China, without brand support, we will always earn a meager salary at the bottom of the supply system. ”

"That's why this year we decided to make the switch. We gave up the foundry industry line, and we set up the most professional and top design team in the United States, these designers are all poached from first-line big-name manufacturers, and there are some professors from famous universities. We will join hands and work together to create a national brand that belongs to our China. ”

As she spoke, she didn't forget to show the prototype of the first product they had designed in two and a half months in front of the CCTV camera.

"It's an ultra-lightweight, responsive pair with an eye toward high performance, top-notch design, and the most stylish sneakers. It was a very exciting job, and the team spirit that was shown throughout the project was even more impressive, and we were able to complete this extremely difficult task in less than three months. ”

"I can say that its performance is the most remarkable of all products in the world today. We've got a mix of cushioning, advanced grip and a seamless upper. ”

"Take a look at this shoe, where the midsole and outsole are tightly wrapped in translucent rubber, and the technology inside is unobstructed. Our cushioning design includes Lunarlon and Free-based grooves to promote natural movement, and the latest airbag unit is applied to the heel. Together, these three elements create a cushioning response that is stable, soft and flexible. ”

"The grip of the outsole and the wrapping of the basketball shoe can make or break a performance on the court. Our R&D consisted of the most authoritative mathematicians and kinesiologists to develop a four-part formula for evaluating the effectiveness of grip: the type of ground (indoor, outdoor, or both), the pattern design, the area ratio, and the rubber composition......"

"Lo and behold, we've got hundreds of 'little particles' here for gripping, just as intricately as the tire patterns that a car uses to grip the ground at high speeds. This new grip system is coupled with midsole cushioning to maintain maximum grip on the ground at all times, just like the high-performance tires of a racing car on the track......"

"Our mesh is made from a state-of-the-art fabric that provides the sneaker with lightweight, breathable and more durable than traditional mesh fabrics. The pattern and toughness here are inspired by sharkskin ............"

Ms. Wang talked about the design so much that Li Zhen even worried that the reporter would be disgusted, and then cut out the whole paragraph.

But, surprisingly, the journalist is a die-hard sneaker fan.

When he saw the shoes, his eyes immediately lit up.

He even took the sneakers and stroked them with his own hands, he couldn't believe his eyes: this is actually a domestic brand?

In his impression, domestic brands are known for their shoddy production and copycat international brands, which not only have no scientific content, but also have no design concepts. But now, the product that the reporter saw gave him an epoch-making shock, and he thought that this pair of sneakers was fully worthy of Li Zhen's mother's words, and it was indeed the most outstanding product on the market.

"Excuse me, where can I buy such good shoes?"

The reporter's subconscious question made this interview circulate wildly on the Chinese Internet for some time afterward, because it had a sense of joy like Stephen Chow.

Professor Wang was also stunned for a moment, and then said: "We will put it into production at the end of July and strive to be listed in China in October." ”

Bill Duffy next to him was dumbfounded.

He never dreamed... The original interview about Li Zhen's draft turned out to be a sneaker press conference. This reporter is also yes, he actually gave so many pictures of sneakers, and asked: Where can I buy them? Isn't that Tot?

Bill Duffy obviously has no Chinese mindset anymore. Now the country is indeed reflecting on the OEM system and copycat issues, at this time, the emergence of an epoch-making design of basketball shoes, can indeed enhance national confidence to a certain extent. And... Very much in line with mainstream values, and can even be described as politically correct.

Therefore, CCTV gave so many shots. And, it was broadcast uncut after that. Of course, it's a different channel.

The sports channel is still showing Li Zhen's interview, in which Li Zhen's dazed and longing for the draft are clearly revealed.

In fact, people across the country are now looking forward to this draft.

Everyone hopes that Li Zhen can get a good ranking from this draft and win glory for the country: in this era. Sports carry the depressed emotions of too many Chinese people, who desperately want a player who can promote our country's prestige and express national pride in the international community.

At this time, the people were far less confident and calm than they were thirteen years later.

Of course, one thing has not changed...... They have never stopped forging ahead, pushing the country forward with their own workers' efforts.

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June 28th.

The 2006 draft was held in the theater of Madison Square Garden in New York City, USA, and was broadcast live by ESPN TV in the United States, and CCTV broadcast the whole process.

Li Zhen greeted the camera when he entered the venue, and specifically pointed to the national flag sticker on his suit.

It was the first time a Chinese player had appeared in the draft, and he didn't mind showing his national identity to the world.

And Professor Li and Professor Wang, who were following him, looked quite uncomfortable in front of so many cameras. Although last night, Professor Li declared extremely heroically: I have seen this kind of scene a lot, isn't it a job fair, don't pay too much attention to it, child. Enjoy the process.

But when he sat down at the most conspicuous small round table in the infield, and everyone around him looked this way, he still couldn't hide his nervousness and kept drinking water.

"We should be chosen," he asked repeatedly.

In front of everyone's eyes, how embarrassing it would be if you went home empty-handed.

Bill Duffy on the side kept comforting him: "Don't be nervous, don't be nervous, we will be selected in the top 10 picks, just be patient." ”

To be honest, he actually has no confidence. In the history of the NBA draft, there have been times when teams tore up their previous promises to select other players.

Lately, Bruce has really had too much negative press, and the draft picks have dropped to the middle of the second round.

Look at the fellow Green House players around them, their eyes are not only full of words: how can this kid be qualified to sit here. It also clearly shows that you will wait to see his jokes later. If he becomes the first Green House player in history to lose the draft, it will be a new record in history.

Soon, David Stern walked onto the stage.

Unlike domestic leaders, he did not have a lengthy opening statement. Directly announced the start of the draft, and then took out the envelope to announce that the Toronto Raptors club's selection of players with the first pick is... Andrea Bagliani.

YES！！！

As soon as the name came out, David Stern was still introducing the Italian's origins. Several white people at the table next to Li Zhen were already completely boiling, they were jumping and jumping excitedly, and they hugged each other tightly.

"He's just... Champion? ”

Professor Li said with some envy.

Although Bill Duffy could not understand Chinese, he still introduced on the side: "His fate has completely changed, and these people around him." They're all going to soar with Baliani donning the Toronto Raptors' baseball cap. The first pick in the NBA means that the average person will never be able to spend all his fortune in his life. I guess at this time... His whole country is boiling for him. ”

Bill Duffy actually thinks that this draft result is a bit unexpected in his heart, but there is no way, the NBA has been taking the overseas route in recent years. Since Yao Shu opened the Asian market and brought unprecedented attention to the NBA. Whether it's the team, the club, or David Stern, they want more overseas players to join in. So, in 2005 the champion was Bogut, and now... Again, they picked the Italians.

At the same time, Lao Li was still immersed in the traditional Chinese titles of champion and bangyan, and after he finished speaking with Bill Duffy, he said to Li Zhen: "In the palace examination of our Chinese imperial examination system, the first name is the champion, the second place is called Bangyan, and the third place is called Tanhua, which is collectively called Sandingjia." If you can't win the champion, it's good to get a leader..."

Before he could finish his words, Professor Wang retorted: "The list is not good. How awkward is Li Bangyan's reading, it's good to take a tanhua, and the third place, 3 has a groundbreaking role in our Book of Changes, and this is what the three beings and all things say. Moreover, Li Tanhua, Xiao Li Tanhua. How nice it sounds. ”

Xiao Li Tanhua??

Li Zhen was stunned, isn't this the male protagonist of a certain martial arts drama. Xiao Li Tanhua Li Xunhuan, this name sounds like looking for flowers and asking willows, which is not positive at all.

At this time, Bill Duffy couldn't help but ask, "What are you guys talking about?" ”

"My mother wanted me to be selected in the third pick, because the third pick has a special title in Chinese, and it sounds good to connect with my surname." Li Zhen said with a smile.

Third in line?

"Michael Jordan is also the third pick!" Bill Duffy said subconsciously.

However, at this moment, a sneer came from next door.

"Third in line? Do you think you're dreaming? ”

"It's true that you have everything in your dreams, but in reality, you won't get anything."

The shrill voice made all four people at the table look sideways, and Randy Fuye was looking up, his expression arrogant and arrogant. But when Li Zhen looked over with cold eyes, Randy Fuye immediately turned his head a little guilty, he obviously didn't want to make a big deal at this time.

But what he doesn't know is... When he was sarcastic, a camera with its own microphone caught everything.

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