The NBA All-Star Weekend is arguably one of Henson's least interesting activities, and the only good thing it brings him is a little respite from a busy season.

But this year, the All-Stars feel different. Because Henson didn't expect that he, a bastard who is "unforgiving", would also be loved by fans one day.

On the second day of All-Star Weekend, Henson, Wade and Dirk attended a fan event. For the first time ever, Henson sat in civilian clothes with two players who had never played for him before.

While waiting for the event to begin, the trio were placed in a break room by the NBA. Henson, on the other hand, became the object of discussion between Wade and Dirk.

"You're a year younger than me, Henson. As a coach, you're simply too young. Are you sure you're really going to let it all go? Dirk asked Henson curiously, but not everyone was willing to give up their honor and glory.

"yes, yes, and you still have the ability to win championships this season. If you retire like this, it will be a big loss for the league. Wade echoed the sentiments, though Wade's career might have been more perfect without Henson.

But even so, Wade can't deny Henson's greatness. As a coach, only 39 and a half years old, one hand is already full of championship rings.

This kind of honor is something that many coaches can't get for by dedicating their lives in the basketball world.

"You're professional athletes, man. My body can't compare to that of a professional athlete. Faced with Dirk and Wade's curious inquiry, Henson pointed to his heart.

"Moreover, I am 40 years old, but my daughter is not yet 3 years old. So, I had to hurry up and do some of my fatherhood responsibilities. ”

Hearing Henson say this, Wade and Dirk both nodded. When it comes to family, the two instantly understand Henson's mood of retiring.

It seems that even a tough guy is warm in front of his family.

"Don't just talk about me, I think it's a pity that you two have retired. Dwayne, you're still averaging 15 points per game this season. Dirk, don't you want to know about you and Luca. Will there be any story between Doncic and Porzingis? Maybe you'll win another championship. ”

Wade and Dirk smiled and didn't answer Henson's question.

Don't they want to stay? Of course not, they are more eager than anyone to stay and continue to fight.

But at this time, the 3 people in this lounge must have a special feeling for one word, and the years are ruthless.

What's the use of wanting to stay? When it's time for you to leave, you have to leave.

"Alright, let's stop talking about these heavy topics. Let's have a few times the ice whiskey, this afternoon, but it's destined to be very hot. ”

Wade stood up and winked at Henson, after all, Henson really didn't have any experience with the big formation in the All-Star Game.

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For the first time ever, Henson felt that attending All-Star Weekend was more tiring than directing a game.

Directing the game is mental and psychological exhaustion. And today's event is a real destruction of physical fitness.

As soon as the fan Jia Lianhua event began, Henson and the other three were surrounded by a group of fans who were oppressed by the black. Wade and Dirk adapted quickly, after all, they were used to this kind of scene. And both of these guys are a lot taller than the average person, so they won't have that feeling of being surrounded.

Henson is different, he is the height of an ordinary person, and it is the first time he has been in close contact with so many non-local fans, so he was a little uncomfortable at first.

But even so, Henson patiently accommodated the fans' requests for autographs and group photos. Many media outlets commented afterwards that this may be Henson's biggest day since entering the NBA.

This was followed by a series of group photos. Just taking pictures with Wade and Dirk, Henson took pictures for half an hour.

All media, all brands, all channels...... Henson didn't know what was going on, so he could only follow Dirk and Wade from this filming location to that filming location. Henson couldn't imagine how Angeli could face cameras for a long time when she was a model before.

In the evening, the three of Henson and his party also attended a dinner party. In addition to the major business bigwigs and league superstars, the dinner was the top level of the NBA league.

To Henson's surprise, tonight even Adam. Xiao Hua came to toast himself.

"I'm sorry you're leaving the league next season." Xiao Hua had a smile on his face, which made Henson a little unaccustomed.

Because of his limited number of private meetings with Xiao Hua, this bald president basically has a serious face.

"Don't, from now on, there will be one less troublemaker in the alliance." Henson joked, and didn't nod his head because the other party was the president of the league.

Henson remembers the first time he met the league president, when the NBA was David. Stern is at home. The situation was that he scolded a reporter at a press conference, and then the league didn't feel the impact was good, so Stern planned to interview Henson.

As a result, Henson used a few kind words to fool Old Man Stern into a smile, and in the end, Henson was only fined and not banned.

At that time, Henson, as a newcomer, naturally had to pretend to be a grandson in front of the president of the alliance.

But now, he didn't have to do that at all, but Xiao Hua had to be polite to him.

How so? This is how Henson's position in the league has changed over the years.

"Trick-or-treating? No, how could it be? Without you, the NBA would be missing a lot of excitement. Xiao Hua smiled, in fact, the subtext of this sentence is, "Without you, the alliance income will definitely be affected somewhat." ”

"Oh, yes. Tomorrow's All-Star Game, we've got a gift for you, Dirk, and Wade, and we hope you'll enjoy it. Okay, I'm not going to bother you, Coach Henson, and I hope you have fun. ”

After speaking, Xiao Hua nodded politely and turned to leave. Henson still remembers how much Xiao Hua hated himself before. During the worst period of the relationship, Henson would receive a league fine in three days.

At that time, the media joked that one-third of Henson's annual salary was used by the family, one-third was saved, and the other one-third was contributed to the league.

And now? So it's still the same sentence. In competitive sports, winning is everything.

Money, status, popularity, and people's affection can all be obtained through victory.

"Henson, how was your conversation with Mr. President?"

At this moment, Anjiali walked up to Henson with her little daughter. Tonight, Henson, naturally, brought his family with him.

"Well, we had a great chat."

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The next night, before the All-Star Game begins. In the dressing room, Henson noticed that many stars would come up and hug him.

After all, there are three players who played for the Pacers in the East this year, George, Antetokounmpo and Oladipo, and if you count Leonard, there are four players who have played under Henson.

These 4 people have a rhythm, and the whole locker room naturally becomes very warm.

Henson is also glad that James went to the West this season, otherwise the two of them would have been somewhat awkward to meet in this atmosphere.

Before the start of the game, Durant, James. Harden, Stephen. Curry and other superstars have become supporting roles. Dirk, Wade and Henson are in the spotlight.

The scene first played a tribute video of Wade and Dirk, and I have to say that the careers of these two people with intertwined fates also constitute a wonderful view of the NBA league.

Wade suffered a serious injury in college to Nirvana's rebirth after entering the NBA, and Dirk went from being a "soft egg" at the beginning to leading the team to defeat the Big Three......

The most perfect inspirational movie script is nothing more than that.

Finally, Henson's tribute video began to play on the big screen. At this time, the big screen is playing a summer league game. In the picture, a young Chinese coach stood up from the bench and yelled at the players on the field.

The camera zooms in, and this young coach is none other than Henson. Joe!

Henson remembers that it was Jim. O'Brien couldn't scream in an uncomfortable voice, and Percy was too embarrassed to yell. So, Henson took over the job.

It was the first time he shouted at the players in a game, and unbeknownst to people, a terrifying coach who swept the league kicked off his career.

After that, the screen flashed to Henson's first appearance in the dugout in a suit, his first victory, his first cheering with his players, his first victory, his first retirement...... Too many, too many firsts, flashed across the screen.

Henson didn't think that these things would affect him, but unconsciously, his eyes were rosy.

Adam. Xiao Hua didn't lie to him this time, this is indeed a good gift!

Finally, the film ends, and the photos of Henson, Wade, and Dirk are frozen on the big screen. The lights on the scene were lit up, and the audience applauded like thunder.

The three hugged each other, and without exception, all three had red eyes.

Who wants to leave if they can?

After that, the audience rang out with shouts of "Stay Dirk" and "Stay Devine". But there was no voice of "Stay Henson".

On this note, Henson does not find it strange. Fans want Wade and Dirk to stay, but they are reluctant to give them their feelings. And there is one most important reason: Dirk and Wade are no longer a threat to any team's championship dreams.

But Henson is different, and although this is his final season, his team is still the favourite. And it is believed that as long as Henson stays, his team will continue to be the favourites to win the championship!

So, the fans are also conflicted. On the one hand, they don't want to see the good coach leave. But on the other hand, Henson didn't leave, and their home team couldn't win the title......

So, Henson has always been a controversial figure.

But even so, Henson felt a great deal of respect today. When your career is recognized by people all over the world, that sense of accomplishment is unmatched by anything else.

And what happened today also made Henson more determined to win the championship.

Henson can't change the matter of retirement. But this "villain hero" has the ability to make his career without regrets.

Two dynasties, Henson will build with his own hands!