The pre-season training camp went very well, and Henson was on the third day of the camp according to Becky Brown. Harmon's template has evolved into a perfect training plan. With that done, the Pacers' preseason training camp officially began.

First, Henson was the first to confirm his starting line-up for next season.

Chris. Paul and Danny. Green will partner the guard line, and the forward line is a strong point for the Pacers. George and Antetokounmpo are in charge. And in the center position, there is no doubt that Brooke. Lopez was naturally one of the key starters.

This lineup solves the problem of space to the greatest extent. Green is more space-creating than Oladipo, and Lopez will be a space-type No. 5 next season. And when Paul, George and Antetokounmpo were on the floor at the same time, Danny . Green and Lopez also don't have possession of the ball.

On the fourth day after the start of the pre-season training camp, Victor. Oladipo receives a disturbing notification that the boss is calling you to the office.

From Becky. When Harmon heard the news, Oladipo felt like he had returned to his school days. And the fear of being called into the office by the teacher spread to him again.

After receiving the notice, Oladipo immediately put down the basketball and walked towards Henson's office. Oladipo had thought about a lot of things during this short journey, but the one that worried him the most was trading.

Oladipo is well aware that his performance last season was terrible, and his stats even dropped compared to when he was with the Magic.

For a young player, it's important to keep cashing in on your talent that keeps you in the league. The decline in statistics from the previous year is extremely fatal for young players.

Since Henson's arrival, four players have already been traded. It turns out that he doesn't mind moving any of the characters except for those cores. So Oladipo worries that he will be traded again after struggling last season.

"Knock knock knock...... Oladipo knocked on the door of Henson's office nervously.

"Enter!" Behind the door, there was a loud shout.

Oladipo took a deep breath and pushed the door in, ready for the worst.

When the young player walked into Henson's office, Henson was staring at a computer screen with a cup of coffee. Seeing Oladipo come in, Henson looked up and smiled slightly.

"Sit down, Victor, I have something I want to discuss with you." Henson gestured to the chair across from the desk with his chin, Oladipo smiled awkwardly and nodded, and immediately sat down.

Oladipo glanced at the various materials scattered around Henson's desk, and saw a few names that didn't make him feel good.

Nikolai. Jokic, a potential center who was named to the All-Rookie First Team last season. He has some Horford in him, can play and shoot threes, and must be loved by Henson.

Pascal. Siakam, a rookie this year, showed great strength in Summer League. Siakam's ability is undoubtedly very much in line with the needs of the interior in today's league.

Terry. Rochel, a second-year point guard for the Celtics. Dare to fight, physical fitness.

The rest of the documents were pressed underneath, and Oladipo couldn't see them. But the names alone were enough to make Oladipo feel uneasy. And the scariest thing about these names is that Oladipo can be used to trade them......

Oladipo doesn't really want to leave the Pacers, because he doesn't want to be kicked around like a ball. People always say that sports are business, but sports are also life.

He had just been sent away by the Magic less than a year earlier, and at that moment, it was hard for Oladipo not to think that the Magic were targeting him. Whatever the reason, it hurts to be given up by someone else.

The second reason is that Oladipo spent his college days in Indianapolis. He knew and loved it, and the years he played in Indianapolis coincided with the Pacers' heyday. As a result, Oladipo has always been very eager to play for the Pacers.

These two reasons made Oladipo cling to his trouser legs. He didn't want to leave, he didn't want to leave......

"Victor, come and see this footage." While Oladipo was thinking, Henson turned the computer screen and turned it at Oladipo.

Oladipo's eyes widened in surprise, and then he hurried to look at the screen.

On the screen, there is a video of the Oklahoma City Thunder game. Of course, judging by the jerseys worn by the Thunder players and the staffing of the Thunder team, this should have been a game video from several years ago.

Because on the court, Oladipo saw James, who had not grown a beard at the time and looked extremely young. Harden.

"Boss, I don't understand......" Oladipo looked confused, what? Do I have to take an exam before trading?

"Next season, Victor, I want you to serve as James. Harden's role in the Thunder that year, a super sixth man! That's what I'm going to discuss with you. ”

Looking at Henson's mysterious smile, Oladipo instantly relaxed, it turned out that he would not be traded!

"I know the role of a substitute player may not be easy for you to accept. But you have to accept the fact that you didn't do well in the starting line-up. But don't worry, Danny. Green is just a fake starter, and you're going to play longer than him. The reason why I put you on the bench is not because you are not very good, but because I want you to get more opportunities to attack with the ball. I know you like to fight like that, right? ”

"Yes, sir." Oladipo nodded, having been used by Vogel as an off-ball attacker last season, which really made him uncomfortable.

It's okay to play without the ball for a few rounds once in a while, but it's no wonder that Oladipo doesn't feel bad if he plays without the ball all season.

"I want you to let go of your preconceptions about the role of the bench, because the bench is not necessarily worse than the starter. Coming off the bench and being able to play like a star as well. I trust in your abilities, Victor. In fact, I personally negotiated your deal with the Pacers. I just hope you can do well on the bench and if you believe me, then I promise you. Everything you have lost, will come back. You can do it, Victor. ”

After Henson's last sentence, Oladipo felt as if a string had been touched in his heart.

When Oladipo first went to play at Indiana University, no one knew exactly how to pronounce his name.

Oladipo, Oladep, Olapido...... There are various other names.

His name was rarely mentioned in his freshman year, and when he arrived on campus in the summer, it happened that many people were going to participate in an activity, and Oladipo was practicing alone in the arena.

One of the buddies was about to walk out of the arena when he suddenly stopped by Oladipo to talk to him.

"What are you doing here at such a late hour?" The man asked Oladipo.

"If I want to play in the NBA, I have to come and practice every night." Oladipo replied.

"Man," the man shook his head, "NBA?" You still have a long way to go. With that, he walked out of the arena and continued to shake his head.

And after entering the NBA, Oladipo's treatment has not improved much. The Magic decided he couldn't do it, so they gave up on him. After returning to Indianapolis last season, countless media outlets also said that he couldn't do it, which made him even more inferior.

Like, he was born a doomed clown.

And today, the greatest coach in the history of the Pacers on the other side said to him, "You can do it, Victor." ”

"Victor?" It wasn't until Henson shouted Oladipo again that the Maryland-born black guard came to his senses.

"Huh? I'm here, sir! ”

"What? Didn't sleep well last night? How's that, do you think you'll be okay with the role of the sixth person? ”

"I can, sir! Don't worry, I won't let you down! Next season, I'll do better than James that year. Harden is better! Oladipo replied loudly, looking like he was in high spirits.

This is the first time since he became a basketball player that anyone is so optimistic about his prospects! Oladipo naturally doesn't want to live up to the expectations of Henson, the legendary coach!

"I'm looking forward to your performance, Victor. Okay, let's go training. If you have any questions or difficulties, just tell me, understand? ”

"Yes!"

Seeing Oladipo away, Henson shook his head with a smile. He knew that Oladipo was holding his breath just like the players under him back then.

Once someone like him vents this breath, the power should not be underestimated.

In the afternoon, Henson gathered all the players and coaches for a tactical meeting.

The meeting lasted two and a half hours, and Henson spent about two and a half hours explaining to the players their respective responsibilities and roles for next season.

Just when people are still frantically touting the unparalleled lineup of the Golden State Warriors, the former dynasty overlord has begun to rise unconsciously......

The arrival of the new season is getting closer and closer.