Now, if you want to tell a story about the NBA that is not so old but full of legends, it is inevitable to start from 1996.

In the summer of 1996, they were still one in a million, high-spirited teenagers, overcoming the difficulties of childhood, sitting in the draft field, waiting to show their strengths, not hearing fate hastily write opportunities and mistakes, glory and tribulation, glory and silence into their lives, but firmly believing that they would eventually get ahead.

The '96 draft, one of the greatest rookies in NBA history. Great Kobe. Bryant, the haunting Aaron. Iverson. Marbury, who accepted the transformation of the "socialist core values" in China, was able to assist the team's championship-winning Ray until two years ago. Alan......

The 96 golden generation has too many great names, and these guys also have too many great experiences. But at that time, absolutely no one could have imagined that the skinny and young white guard could create a world of his own in the NBA.

He was named the NBA regular season MVP for 2 years, was selected to the NBA All-Star team 8 times, was selected to the NBA All-Star Team 7 times, including 3 times in the first team, 2 times in the second team, 2 times in the third team, 5 times the NBA assist king, and won the NBA All-Star Skills Challenge 2 times. Steve, Nash, the canadian guard who doesn't jump tall or strong, shows the world that basketball isn't just for big men and muscular men.

Even though Nash has won many accolades, he has never played in the finals and never won the O'Brien Cup. Nash's lifelong pain. In an interview, Nash even claimed that he was willing to trade two regular season MVP trophies for an FMVP trophy.

But this former "child of the wind" never got such an opportunity. From Phoenix to Los Angeles, everyone thought Nash would get his own accolades. So much so that Phoenix fans don't blame Nash for leaving, and they also want to see Nash's career have a happy ending.

But after that, everyone knew. The Lakers F4 became the laughing stock of the world, and they are also one of the most failed giants in the world. And Nash, who was in Los Angeles, was also riddled with injuries, and he didn't play any games, so he left in disgrace.

In March, when teams were still battling for playoff hopes, Nash officially announced his retirement and ended his playing career. At the same time, he also accepted the fate that he had no way to win the O'Brien Cup and the FMVP trophy.

Nash has always been a tragic figure in basketball. In terms of ball skills, he is impeccable, and in terms of character, he is also a true athlete in the NBA. However, Nash still can't touch the NBA's highest honor, which is his lifelong regret, and this regret will never change.

As for Yiyang and Nash, it was during Brickley's training camp that the two met and became friends. At that time, Yiyang was still a potential star. Nash, on the other hand, has already made a name for himself.

On the training ground, Nash patiently guided Yiyang a lot of things. It is precisely because he has learned a lot from the two great defenders Kidd and Nash that Yiyang has today's results.

So when Nash invited Yiyang to his home in Canada, Yiyang wasn't surprised in the slightest. Just like last year, Yiyang also invited Nash to his wedding. The two have a good personal relationship, and it's okay to walk around occasionally.

But what Yiyang never expected was that Nash called himself because of something at work!

"Why didn't you bring your wife with you? I also want her to teach my two daughters how to put on makeup. Those two little guys, every time I run out of makeup, I feel like I'm on Halloween! Nash joked and put a cup of tea in front of Yiyang.

Yiyang sat up straight and looked very restrained. Although Nash has retired, in his heart, Nash is still the respected senior.

"She had commercials to shoot in Dallas, so I didn't bring her here."

"Oh, I see, you attended Salvatore Ferragamo's press conference with her last month. It's a good brand, and my two daughters love Salvatore Ferragamo's little leather shoes. Vignary, are you shooting an ad for them? ”

Yiyang didn't speak, just nodded restrainedly.

"Hey, it's not like you, either. Forget it, let's go to the basketball court! I know that only in that place are you at your most comfortable! Nash smiled and asked his daughter to bring a basketball to her. Then he led Yiyang and Nash to the open-air basketball court in the backyard.

Although Nash hasn't played a professional basketball game in months, Yiyang can see that this guy's touch is very good. This kind of guy who relies on skill to gain a foothold in the NBA will not become useless because of the passage of time.

After a few shots, Nash sent the ball to Yiyang with a beautiful back-hitting pass, and Yiyang even felt that the ball was more accurate than himself!

After receiving Nash's pass, Yiyang shot comfortably. I haven't trained for more than a month, and Yiyang's hand feels a little cold. The basketball did not hollow into the net, but turned around the hoop twice before finally falling.

"You just said you're going to join the Dallas Mavericks? But haven't you already decided to retire? Sure enough, when he arrived on the basketball court, Yiyang's word box was opened.

"Didn't Jordan retire twice? Magicians have also retired, but when they come back, they are no worse than they were before they retired. ”

Yiyang looked at Nash in disbelief, as if to say, "You're not serious, are you!" ”

"Hahahaha, are you that hard to believe about this? Well, I can't fool you, I really can't play NBA-level games anymore now. My back," Nash said, touching the back of his congenital spine that was moving forward. "My back can't support me anymore. My two daughters wouldn't let me do that anymore, and they would cry every time they saw me hurt. ”

It's already a miracle that this guy has been able to play in the NBA for so many years. Nash had to be glad that at least his face hadn't been ruined after a few hard hits.

"That joins the Dallas Mavericks......"

"Player Development Advisor, next season, I'm going to be a player development advisor for the Dallas Mavericks. Part-time, of course. Managing the Canadian national team, making movies, doing business...... There's so much I have to do, hahahahaha! I just want you to be prepared, after all, my training sessions aren't going to be easy. ”

It seems that the "Son of the Wind's" enthusiasm for the championship has not been completely extinguished.

Although he couldn't win the O'Brien Cup as a player, he won the championship as a member of the coaching staff...... It seems to be pretty good, too. What else can Nash do but compromise?

Since Kidd left, the Mavericks have been lacking a veteran who can guide and help their players. Carter has a lot of experience, but he really doesn't know much about how to teach others to play.

With Steve. Nash, the Mavericks are the equivalent of having valuable experience. Nash is known for being very good at coaching people in training camp. Last season, Jordan. It was under Nash's guidance that Clarkson played well.

Jeremy Lin, Exum, Kemba. Walker, McCollum and others have all been mentored by Nash at a summer personal training camp, just like Yiyang did back then.

Nash is never stingy with his experience and technique, and he is willing to mentor anyone, as long as you are willing to learn.

"It's only been a short time since you retired, and you can't wait to come back?" Yiyang looked at Nash's huge house and two beautiful daughters, shouldn't this guy enjoy a few years of leisure? As soon as I retired, I couldn't wait to return to the front line. Moreover, it is still in a team like the Mavericks that is under pressure to win the championship.

Nash smiled and stared at the basketball in his hand, fascinated.

"When you're my age, you'll know. People like us can't live without basketball for a long time. ”

Goodbye, where is it so easy to say.