Houston, Texas.

Yao Ming's sentiments aside, Henson doesn't like the city. It's not much of a tourist destination, and the weather in Houston isn't great in February.

So this year's All-Star, Henson stayed in the hotel except to watch the game. But he never imagined that he would be sitting in Yao's restaurant at 9755 Wisheimer Street, the most prosperous high-end restaurant street in Houston's West District.

Yao Restaurant, as the name suggests, is an American Chinese restaurant founded by Yao Ming in order to expand its influence and income when it was prosperous in Houston. At that time, due to the restaurant's location in a prosperous area and Yao Ming's influence in Houston, Yao's restaurant business was very hot.

But since Mr. Yao's retirement and his influence in Houston has waned, the restaurant's business has become increasingly quiet. Now, even during All-Star Weekend, very few people come to eat at Yao's restaurant.

Business can sometimes be more complicated than basketball.

"What do you want to eat?" Opposite Henson, Becky. Hamon's voice pulled him out of his thoughts.

That's right, the reason why Henson came out to eat today is because of Becky. Harmon's invitation. Of course, this is not a date, but because of the topic they talked about yesterday - "Do you think I have the potential to become a basketball coach?" ”

"It's my first time, and I don't know what's delicious." Henson smiled and motioned to Becky. Harmon just ordered.

"I thought you would know more about Chinese food."

"I do like Chinese food, after all, I grew up in China as a child. But let's be honest, Harmon, Chinese food here and real Chinese food are two different things, so I don't know which dishes are more to my liking. Henson is well aware that the difference between "American Chinese food" and real Chinese food is like American football and soccer.

Right here at Becky. As Harmon flipped through the menu, Henson stared at the woman in front of him, recalling her resume. To be honest, if you can't even be a basketball coach with such a resume, then you are even less qualified!

Becky. Harmon, a WNBA legend, has ranked seventh all-time in WNBA scoring in a 14-year career from '99 to '13. And as a point guard, the total assists have also ranked fourth in history, and he is one of the top 15 superstars in WNBA history! He was named to the WNBA All-Star team six times and the All-First Team twice. Not to mention, she was selected for the U.S. national team, failed to be selected for the U.S. team in '08, and also participated in the Beijing Olympics as a player of the Russian team.

These dazzling accolades and resumes are not something that can be achieved by any single player. Said Becky. It's no exaggeration that Harmon is one of the best women's basketball players in the world.

However, such a well-known basketball player would come to ask for advice on whether she is suitable to be a basketball coach

"Alright, that's all." Harmon closed the menu and nodded at the waiter, and Henson knew it was time for him to stop remembering.

"Are you saying you're going to retire after next season?" Henson did not continue to greet each other, but started the formal conversation between the two today.

"Well, I'm not in good shape. I think it's almost time to end my professional career. But I don't want to leave the basketball court yet, I don't want to give up my basketball career. So I wondered if I could transition into a basketball coach. I've been working on the video of the competition lately, and I've seen a lot of your footage. ”

Henson was a little flattered, but waved his hand anyway, "I have to say that watching my video and learning how to be a coach was a wrong choice. ”

Both smiled, and then Harmon continued: "Actually, it's not just you, what I watch the most is the video of Popovich and your fight, so I thought to myself, go Harmon, just go to them and be your teacher." But you know, the Spurs' coaching staff has always been saturated and competitive. Not to mention the assistant coach, there's a good chance I won't even be qualified to discuss tactics."

"Wait, what do you say? San Antonio Spurs? Henson interrupted Becky with some impoliteness. Hamon, because he was dumbfounded.

Becky. Can Harmon be a basketball coach? With her resume, more than enough. Some WNBA or high school teams would definitely welcome such a former professional coach. But just Becky. What is Harmon talking about? Spurs' coaching staff!?

"That's right, San Antonio Spurs. By the way, I haven't told you yet, Coach Henson. My goal is to become an NBA-level coach, NBA! ”

Henson was stunned, a woman, coaching the NBA? It's not that Henson has any preconceptions about women, it's that there has never been such a precedent in the history of the NBA! Not to mention the head coach, not even a full-time assistant female coach. The NBA, to put it bluntly, is a circle of men. He must admit that such an idea is as crazy as what he thought before from scout to manager!

"That's crazy, isn't it?" Seeing that Henson had not spoken for a long time, Harmon cautiously asked.

"Crazy, crazy indeed. But the world is inherently crazy, and last season the Pacers defeated the Heat and Thunder to win the championship, that's crazy enough, right? Further along, the Pacers and Bulls fought to tie seven, crazy enough, right? One is called Henson. Joe's half-role as the head coach of the Pacers is crazy enough, right? So, I've seen a lot of crazy things, Harmon. And I, too, understand your crazy thoughts. ”

Henson said, leaning forward and pointing a hand at Harmon lightly, "You mean, I hope to start your career as a head coach by retiring from the Pacers coaching staff and learning with me, right?" ”

"People used to say that Coach Henson could read the other person's mind, I didn't believe it, but now I believe it." Becky. Harmon nodded embarrassedly, "I want to be able to learn from a team with a lot of tactical literacy, didn't you say yesterday that you plan to sign me next summer?" Of course you can sign me, but as an assistant coach. ”

"Is this a self-recommendation, Becky. Miss Harmon, why a walker? ”

"Because in my opinion, the Pacers and Spurs are two of the best teams in the league in terms of tactical literacy. But the Spurs' coaching staff was too saturated, so "

"You say so, Stevens and Frank. Vogel would be unhappy. Henson curled the corners of his mouth slightly.

"No, I didn't mean that, of course the two of them are also very good coaches, but I think maybe you are the only one in the league who is willing to use a female coach, I mean"

Look at Becky. Hamon looked overwhelmed, and Henson suddenly felt a little frustrated. Made, how can you even be so happy to tease an old woman! You know, Becky. Harmon is 36 years old this year!

"Ahem, ahem, okay, okay, I'm just kidding." Henson immediately cleared his throat and became serious, "Listen to Hamon, I don't care about gender, it's like I don't care about the predicted position of the players when I pick them, I don't care about their origins and experiences. The only thing I care about is what you can do and what you can bring to the team. Whether it's for the players or for my assistants, that's all I care about. ”

"Sir, girl, your dish." The waiter interrupted Henson, but Harmon was excited. Because he said he didn't care about gender!

As the dishes were served and the waiters left, Henson leaned forward again and continued to elaborate, "So, if you want to join the Pacers' coaching staff, of course I welcome you." Someone will definitely say that no coach will use a female assistant coach. But I don't care, I never care what the outside world says about me. As long as you can show your ability, if you can show your tactical cultivation, I will consider you. I can't hypocritically pat my chest and promise that the Pacers will sign you. But I can tell you that you have this opportunity. But again, what can you do? ”

Becky. Harmon nodded excitedly, Henson. Joe doesn't exclude a female coach, and thank goodness already! Think about it if Becky. Harmon's interlocutor is the stubborn George. What a catastrophe that would be, Carl! As for ability, Harmon is confident that he will not disappoint Henson!

"Thank you for your candor, Coach Henson. I'll try to do it, just get me a separate dressing room. ”

"Hahaha, of course. Oh, yes, one more thing. ”

"What?"

"Stop studying my game tapes, really, it's all cheating and slippery, there's nothing to learn, I'm not kidding you. Learning from me won't help you build your coaching foundation. Henson shook his head, and in some way, he admitted that he was a half-ass.

But so what? It's not that hard to dare to admit your shortcomings. The most important thing is that you have to win.

NBA Female Coaches? I don't know what kind of eyes the outside world will look at me when this day really comes.

However, Henson's career has not always been accompanied by controversy