As the first focus battle of the NBA New Year, the Knicks' away game against the Rockets can be described as highly anticipated.

Of course, there is another reason why this game is so eye-catching.

Because as early as last summer, the Rockets had already decided to retire Yao Ming's No. 11 jersey when he played for the Rockets.

In Lin Yi's previous life, it was originally 17 years before the Rockets retired Da Yao's jersey, but in this life, perhaps because Da Yao has almost become a Knicks celebrity, so in order to retain the so-called Chinese complex and a large number of Chinese fans, the Rocket retired Da Yao's jersey one year ahead of schedule in Lin Yi's life.

It has to be said that it was a pretty wise decision.

Because of Lin Yi's life, Da Yao has won the championship, and it is already a sure thing to enter the Hall of Fame in the future, and the Rockets will retire Da Yao's jersey at this time, which can not only get word of mouth, but also earn a wave of feelings, why not?

And the timing of the Rockets' choice to retire Da Yao's jersey is also very ingenious, just in time to choose the game where the Knicks will challenge the Rockets away in the New Year.

You must know that retiring Da Yao's jersey in this game will definitely make this Nihuo war explode in China.

In addition, in addition to retiring Da Yao's jersey, the Rockets have officially announced that they will also retire Maddie's jersey in the future.

Obviously, the Rockets are laying the groundwork for a future contract extension for Harden.

Ha? You say that retiring a jersey and renewing Harden's contract have a hammer relationship?

Oh, there's a lot going on.

In this life, before Lin Yi joined the Knicks, why did the Knicks pay luxury tax every year, but they were responsible for being funny every year?

The reason is very simple, because New Yorkers didn't give Ewing a good death back then, and no one wanted to be a second gorilla except for New York-born players like Marbury and Anthony.

So that's why the Lakers always have empty gloves for the White Wolves.

Because of the team's reputation, the market, the fans...... When it comes to renewing the superstar's contract, it's quite crucial.

Look at Wade, wasn't he kicked out of Miami because he was blind?

The Rockets' decision to retire Yao Mai's jersey is tantamount to indirectly telling Harden that you can play with confidence, we will give you the money you should give, we will give you the treatment you should give, and the honor you should give will not be less.

In fact, in the NBA, jerseys can be retired no worse than winning championships.

Because in the future, I don't know how many young people will come to play at the Toyota Center, and the first thing they will see when they look up is your name.

Da Yao certainly deserves such an honor.

Not only because his career is more brilliant in this life, but just because of the financial crisis that year, only the Rockets were making money in the entire NBA, and the Rockets should retire Da Yao's jersey.

Without Yao Ming, how popular would the NBA be in China?

Do you really think that the popularity of the NBA is brought up by 8.1 billion Komi?

January 2, Toyota Center.

Tonight, Da Yao appeared in formal attire.

In a sense, tonight's Da Yao is the protagonist.

Lin Yi, who is familiar with "Emotional Intelligence" and "Face", playfully gave up the link of throwing magnesium powder before the game.

Although Da Yao insisted in an interview that Lin Yi was the first person in the history of Chinese basketball, Da Yao didn't know that in Lin Yi's heart, only Da Yao himself could afford this first.

Who was the man who stole Lin Yi's headlines?

Only Yao Ming.

All right....... Now Da Yao has become a fat man.

In the on-site commentary seat of TNT TV, when Da Yao's jersey was raised at the Toyota Center, Da Yao's old rival O'Neill also took the lead in standing and applauding Yao Ming.

Although Harden is the cornerstone of the current Rockets, if you haven't been to the Toyota Center, don't comment on Da Yao's position in the hearts of Rockets fans.

When the whole stadium sounded Yao's song again, Da Yao's eyes began to moisten.

At the end of the jersey retirement ceremony, the Rockets and Knicks players lined up in two rows and sent the giant to the sideline seat with applause.

"When my jersey is retired in the future...... What kind of scene will it be? Lin Yi thought to himself with emotion.

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After the Rockets successfully deceived a wave of tears, it is obvious that even many Chinese fans have begun to support the Rockets tonight.

Only tonight, of course.

However, this wave of marketing by the Rockets is simply perfect, but no matter what the purpose of the Rockets' retirement of Da Yao's jersey this time, it is a good thing for Da Yao himself.

After the jersey retirement ceremony, the big screen at the Toyota Center also gave the two teams the starters tonight.

The Knicks are still the All-Star starters for Gobert, Jokic, Linyi, Klay, and Dynasty Cannon tonight.

On the Rockets' side, there is a mad dog lineup of Dream Chaser, Tucker, Ariza, Harden, and Beverley.

Seriously...... As far as the rocket lineup is concerned, which TM is single-core?

Although it seems that the Rockets only have Harden as an All-Star, in fact, the defense line composed of Dream Chaser, Tucker, Ariza, and Beverley can already be judged as the best defensive lineup, right?

To put it bluntly...... The NBA has always been a data league, and scorers are easier for fans and judges to see.

So you don't care if you are iron or not back then, but people just have high scores and high popularity, what's wrong? If you have the ability, you can bite the basket.

Lin Yi will not underestimate this rocket, because in Lin Yi's opinion, this rocket has the strength to compete for the championship in the western region in the current cruel west.

In this life, Harden, who has become good friends with Dream Chasing, likes to chase dreams very much, because players like Harden who like to play porcelain will inevitably anger their opponents in the game, but every time they encounter trouble, Dream Chaser will always use his Fengshen legs to help Harden solve such troubles.

In addition, after getting Tucker from the Sun, the rocket has officially taken off.

Because of the defense line composed of Dream Chaser, Tucker, Tieza, and Mad Dog Bei, even if Harden opens the writing wheel all over the court, it will be fine.

And that's why Harden was able to play superbly in December, because Harden could fully devote his energy to the offensive end.

The Rockets and the Knicks are both played by Xia Ji, and it seems that their offensive firepower is fierce, but in fact, when it comes to offense, both teams can use defense to earn a median price.

To put it bluntly, data can deceive.

Just looking at the points conceded per game, these two teams have terrible defense.

But if you look at defensive efficiency, the Knicks are currently second and the Rockets are third.

And the essence of Xia Ji's fight is here, I can punch you to death, not because my military body boxing is more awesome, but because you can't break my iron bucket formation.

In Lin Yi's small book, this season's rockets have been highlighted by him.

Although the Warriors are strong, the Knicks must also guard against the Rockets.

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Before the start of this game, Lin Yi also joked with Da Yao, "Brother, you don't mind if I blow up the rocket, right?" ”

At that time, Da Yao's round face full of stubble was immediately there? Like a hoof? Amine modeling? The industry is quietly shining and thin!

The implication of Da Yao is that it doesn't matter who loses or wins these two teams, anyway, if the Rockets win, he congratulates the Rockets as a Rocket celebrity, and as for the Knicks who won, it's even simpler, because Da Yao is also a Knicks celebrity, isn't it?

I have to say...... Emotional intelligence is something that not everyone has in the NBA.

Take Lin Yi's teammate Kobe Bryant in the simulation space...... In the two games played in the simulation space recently, Kobe Bryant was in a little mood again, because after being provoked by the opponent for two sentences, he refused to fight with Lin Yi to block and dismantle.

Even in the game, Lin Yi suffered the treatment that Ma Long suffered back then.

"Put away your damn block!" Kobe, who was going head-to-head with Drexler at the time, said to Lin Yi.

Well, why didn't Ao Fat hammer to death back then?

Lin Yi was very angry, but he was helpless.

But having said that, Lin Yi has not been without gains after being abused in the simulation space recently.

For example, his mentality is already more peaceful than before.

Heart-piercing?

Oh, I'm not even afraid of Kobe Bryant, I'm still afraid of piercing my heart?

"Good luck!" Before Gobert and Dream Catcher started the game, Lin Yi, who drew the blockade finisher, smiled.

And for some reason, before the game began, Harden felt his chrysanthemum tighten.

Because Lin Yi's eyes were always on him.

Obviously, no matter how low-key Ha Xiaopang is, his ambition has long been exposed.

"It's strange, after winning against the Knicks last time, I only shared my joy with Stephen." Harden stroked his beard and fell into deep thought.

Therefore, even if he has a good IQ, Harden will sometimes be stupid.

Because he shared his joy after defeating Lin Yi to Curry, isn't it equivalent to stabbing Lin Yi's heart in front of him?

As for the relationship between the Botao brothers sleeping on the bunk beds back then, how could Curry not tell Lin Yi.

Therefore, in order to win this first battle of the new year, Lin Yike has been preparing for a long time.

Tonight, it's bound to be full fire!

Because Lin Yi really wanted to kill Harden.

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PS: Xiuxian updated it again...... After finishing the calf, after not sleeping for two days, the schedule and rest were all messed up...... But let's mess around first, because Ah Jing really feels very good after the early hours of the morning. Or...... In the future, I will stay up late to write more and post during the day? Later in the next shift, everyone can go to bed first!