Sam. Smith became the hottest sports reporter this summer, and he posted three stories in a row on July 1 about the Grizzlies, making him feel like he was back in the 90s.

At that time, he was one of the most high-profile basketball journalists in the world. And at this point, that feeling returned.

This makes Sam. Smith was overjoyed.

Regardless, he managed to rub Link's heat. Of course, it's also nice to see Link overtake Jordan's disillusionment.

Bill. Simmons, as the former number one Lin Hei and now the number one forest fan, naturally can't sit idly by.

The next morning, he picked up Sam. Smith is an old colleague.

"You're old, like Michael. Link's form slips? You idiot hasn't experienced Link's horror at all. ”

Now Bill. Simmons is actually the same as Sam back then. Smith is a little similar.

He also played an integral role in Link's rise to fame. Link and Bill. Simmons, not like Jordan and Sam back then. Smith.

The duel between two generations of great stars and two generations of well-known sports journalists left fans with great emotion.

This era is different from before, but it is so similar.

Link thanked Simmons for speaking for him, but he still didn't have time to get involved in a fight.

Link was driving to the Federal Express Arena at this time, and he had made an appointment to meet at the stadium today.

Of course, if all goes well, they'll see each other every day at the Federal Express Arena next season.

This summer, the streets of Memphis have been filled with less joy and more worry.

Although the Grizzlies have just built their second dynasty, fans are worried about the fate of the Grizzlies next season.

When Link arrived at the entrance of the arena, posters celebrating the establishment of the second dynasty were still hanging on the façade of the arena. But on the car radio, the host is worried about the Grizzlies' reinforcement this summer.

Link shook his head, such an atmosphere really didn't fit the temperament of Memphis.

After parking the car, Link walked into the arena hall.

The lobby of the Federal Express Arena is as beautiful as ever, and there are many elements related to "Elvis" and jazz on the murals, which is worthy of the title of "the league's most literary arena".

Of course, in the past few years, there have been more murals about Link in the arena. Being able to be put alongside "Elvis" and jazz shows Link's status in Memphis.

Link arrived fifteen minutes earlier than the agreed time, but surprisingly, he had made an appointment earlier!

When Link walks into the arena, he finds himself already looking at the mural and waiting for him.

"So early?" Link shouted, and the empty hall was filled with Link's response.

Hearing Link's voice, a guy with dreadlocks turned his head.

He has the phrase "God Speed" tattooed on his neck. It can be seen that this is a new tattoo that he has just added. Because last season, he didn't have anything around his neck.

The phrase "God Speed" originated from God speed you on your way, which means that you are blessed by God on your way, and is intended to wish others good luck and success, and to express hope and blessings for the future.

The content of this tattoo is very much in line with the guy's experience.

"I wanted to come to this arena earlier, I didn't expect you to come so early, Link." The man greeted Link with a smile.

To be honest, he didn't expect Link to take the initiative to call him. After all, he is already a less useful person......

In the last three years, he has changed teams three times. The shortest stay, only played there 16 games before being abandoned.

Although his performances improved last season, he still did not get a contract extension this summer.

No one believed in him anymore.

In other words, he is about to experience his fourth team change in years.

It's not a joy to be abandoned by teams.

But the experience of these years has also smoothed out his edges and corners. As long as he has the ball to play, he is already satisfied.

After all, just last summer, he even considered retiring......

So, when he received Link's call, he was very shocked.

Now he just wants to have the ball to play, and he doesn't dare to think about competing for the championship at all. Although, this used to be his only goal.

He was a little flattered to be suddenly invited by the championship team.

He didn't really want to visit the stadium so early. He just wanted to prepare in advance and make a good impression on the other party.

After all, it's been a long, long time since anyone in this world believed in his abilities.

He didn't want to disappoint the man who believed in him!

"Let's go Derek, let's talk as we go. At noon, I'll treat you to a meal and experience the cuisine of Memphis. Link looked at the grinning Derek. Rose, patted him on the shoulder.

When Rose called him a few years ago and begged Link to let him go to training camp, Link didn't hesitate to say yes.

Unexpectedly, a few years later, I called and begged Ross instead.

After that year, Rose came to Link training camp every summer. The high level of summer training has indeed greatly improved Rose's level.

So, last season in Minneapolis, Derek. Ross gave a performance averaging 18 points per game!

Once again, Link Training Camp has done wonders.

Of course, in the past few years of training camp, Rose has improved not only his level, but also his personal relationship with Link.

These two guys, who had almost no personal contact before, are now good friends.

Without that connection, Rose might have signed his name to the contract offered by the Pistons yesterday.

But Link's phone call made Ross change his mind.

While chatting, the two walked to the honor showroom.

As soon as Link came up, he took Rose to the holy ground of the Federal Express Arena.

After entering the showroom, the six championship trophies were neatly arranged in the display case, shining with golden light.

This intense light made even Rose squint.

In the showroom of the United Center in Chicago, there are also six championship trophies. But because it was a product of the Jordan era, it always felt out of reach.

However, the owners of the six trophies in front of him were standing beside Rose at this time. And, he invited himself to join him on his way to the seventh trophy!

This makes the six trophies in front of Rose's eyes more tangible, and it doesn't seem so out of reach.

Ross couldn't help but reach out and touch the trophy, but was blocked by the glass of the display case.

Link smiled, and with a phone call a gym staff member opened the display case.

This is the privilege that Pera has given Link, and he can even take the O'Brien Cup home for a few days if he wants to.

"Is that okay?" Rose swallowed as he looked at the O'Brien cup that Link handed him.

"Of course."

After receiving Link's affirmative reply, Rose took the heavy trophy.

In an instant, his body felt like he had been electrocuted. Scenes of the past flashed through Rose's mind.

2008 Draft Champion, Youngest MVP...... Isn't it for this trophy that I used to be?

He always wanted to catch up with his former self, but he forgot his main goal.

He doesn't just want to stay in the league and play, he wants to climb to the top and look down on everything!

Rose stared at the trophy in his hand, fascinated.

On the face of the trophy, Rose sees himself in reflection.

Now, do you still dare to challenge your original goal?

It's not just about going to a random team, it's about challenging the whole world!

Do you still have the courage to do that!? Even if only Link believes in you now!

"Link." After holding the trophy and looking at it for a few minutes, Rose handed it back to Link.

"How? Derek. ”

"I'm joining!"

Link smiled and nodded, no quality championship puzzles? That's where you didn't find him good!

In 2007, a gifted high school student came to the University of Memphis and began his path to creating a legend.

In 2019, Ross returned to Memphis. And, it will grow wild and bloom again here!