The Dallas Mavericks, they've been a formidable force in the West since the beginning of the 21st century. After winning their first championship in 2011, the Mavericks became the most successful team in the NBA.

This team has a lot of impressive stars, Jason. Kidd, "Jet" Terry, Steve. Nash, Dirk. Nowitzki. Of course, when it comes to the Mavericks now, everyone's first reaction is Yiyang!

Yiyang, he has become the new icon of Dallas after Nowitzki. And he, too, made Shervin. Mark finds Dallas the most interesting thing.

Are you going to fight alongside your college teammates?

Shervin. Mark arrived in Dallas to sign with the Mavericks on the night he received a call from his manager on Jan. 6.

As stipulated in Mark's last contract, the Hawks and Mavericks will each pay 50 percent of his salary. Therefore, the two sides almost did not negotiate, and they reached a cooperation intention very simply.

At the signing site, in addition to Mark, Mark's manager, Cuban and Carlisle, Yiyang also witnessed the moment when his college teammates joined the Mavericks.

The moment Mark signed the contract, Yiyang gave it to Shervin. Mark gave a big hug. Compared to going to the free agent market to sign those "leftovers" who don't know how good or bad they are, Shelvin . Mark is indeed more trustworthy. And he is also Yiyang's "own person", which will definitely not have any impact on the atmosphere in the dressing room.

"It's great to have you join the Mavericks, Shervin. This is definitely the most correct decision you have ever made, and in the future, we can fight bulls every day again! Yiyang patted Mark's shoulder excitedly, others don't know Mark, he Yiyang definitely knows.

Maybe Shervin. Mark isn't much of a playmaker, and his athleticism isn't as explosive as Westbrook's.

But as a tall point guard with a height of 1.91 meters, Mark's strong body and never-give-up spirit can definitely make him a defensive gate on the Mavericks' bench. And this is exactly in line with Carlisle's tactical requirements. It can even be said that on the defensive end, he performed better than the two potential targets of Terry and Jeremy Lin!

Tony. Aaron paired with Shervin. Mark, just thinking about such a lineup is enough to embarrass the bench outside of the other 29 teams in the NBA.

Mark was also very excited, a few hours ago he thought he was destined to be reduced to the Development League. But now, he's one of the defending champions!

"Thank you for believing in me, I won't let it down!" In addition to gratitude, Mark is grateful. At this time, it may be that only the Mavericks still trust themselves.

And in the face of such a down-and-out self, Yiyang didn't play a big name at all. Mark even felt that Yiyang was still the same college teammate he was back then, and this has never changed.

Otherwise, in other places, the addition of a substitute player will definitely not alarm the star of this team.

But in Mavericks, Mark he felt respected. A respect that I have never felt in any other team!

"Well, we made it clear on the phone. Tomorrow against the Pistons, we may need you to play. So, tomorrow you're going to have to train with the team. Although the time is a bit rushed, don't be nervous, we are sure that you can do a good job. Carlisle patted Mark on the shoulder, and defense shouldn't be a big problem for this guy.

"Okay, coach, I'll be there on time!"

"That's right, Mark. You don't have a property in Dallas yet, so today, we'll book you a room......"

"No, Mark go live at my house! It's better to live at home than to stay in a hotel! And we can catch up on the old days, too! Tomorrow morning, I can also bring him in advance to familiarize myself with the environment! Yiyang immediately interrupted Cuban's words and glanced at Mark excitedly.

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When Shervin. When Mark saw Yiyang's small villa on the shore of Baiyan Lake, he couldn't help but sigh a little.

The same basketball player, the same school came out. But the current income of the two is one in the sky and one in the ground, but Mark is not jealous, but happy for Yiyang.

"There is also an empty room in the house, hehe. For so many years, I haven't gotten a chance to fight you. Honestly Mark, I miss the days when I could fight bulls as much as I wanted. Well, now we have a chance! ”

"Hehe, I can't beat you now, Yi."

"Not necessarily! You know what, Mark, I think you've been underrated! ”

Seeing Yiyang say this seriously, Shervin. Mark froze in place. In this world, not everyone looks down on themselves.

"What's wrong Mark? Come on in! ”

When Shervin. When Mark walked into Yiyang's house, Wen Xue had already prepared dinner for him.

"Eat it, my mom's craft is superb. I know you've been to the U.S. Airline Center arena as soon as you arrived in Dallas, and you definitely haven't eaten. If you don't eat enough, you won't have the strength to train tomorrow. I don't know what the situation is with the Eagles, but we're still training at a high intensity, hehe. ”

Looking at the steaming dinner at the dinner table, the kind smile of the hostess and the warm hospitality of the brothers...... Mark was in a trance, and even felt his nose sour.

After all these years of entering this cruel alliance, this is the most heartwarming moment he has ever experienced!

"Thank you, too...... And, of course, Madame. ”

After dinner, Yiyang and Mark talked a lot. From college, to the completely different experiences of the two after entering the NBA, to the present.

Although they haven't gotten together for many years, the two don't seem to be estranged. Yiyang has become a superstar, but he is still the "bastard" who broke a locker in the locker room on the first day and had to fight the captain of the team. Mark is still the "model worker" who is responsible and willing to do his best for his team.

After chatting to the fullest, the two glanced at each other. After that, they all smiled understandingly.

"Mark."

"Huh?"

"We ...... Let's play some basketball. ”

The basketball court in Yiyang's backyard is very simple, and there is not even a line, just a basketball hoop standing in the backyard, nothing more.

Yiyang threw the basketball to Mark, and the time seemed to go back to five years ago, when he first joined the pit bulls team.

"Come on." Shervin. Mark starts dribbling.

Yiyang nodded, and the game begins!

The first offense, Shervin. Mark also wants to use his body to eat Yiyang. But the current Yiyang is no longer the thin bamboo pole that had no physical confrontation ability in college.

Although Yiyang's body is still not strong, his physical confrontation ability is also above the average point guard in the league.

Mark had no choice but to turn around.

But Yiyang made a quick move and cut the ball off. Don't forget that during last year's All-Star Game, Yiyang was someone that even Vignari was willing to take a risk. A guy who doesn't know how to pity the fragrance and cherish the jade, how can he show mercy to the man's subordinates?

Whether it's a game or an official game, Yiyang's serious attitude will never change.

Subsequently, Yi Yang attacked. Mark gave Yiyang a great sense of oppression, and he used his strong body and excellent consciousness to block Yiyang's breakthrough route again and again.

The players who came under Stevens were not too bad defensively. What's more, Mark also played under Stevens for three years.

Yiyang smiled, Mark's defensive ability is more than enough to deal with substitute players. But what about dealing with yourself...... It's almost hot!

Yiyang took a step back and opened up the sprint space. Then immediately change hands behind the back to dribble and accelerate the breakthrough.

A gust of wind hung past Mark's ears, and before he could move sideways, Yiyang had already disappeared from his eyes. It feels exactly the same as when I was in college!

As soon as Mark turned around, he saw that Yiyang had scored a one-handed dunk. Mark smiled and shook his head, superstar, it's a superstar.

"Too careless, Mark!"

"Don't be proud, I'll call back!"

Accompanied by the sound of basketball hitting the concrete floor, Yiyang and Mark also laughed from time to time. This purest happiness, Yiyang and Mark, have not experienced it for a long time.

After sweating profusely, Mark naturally lost the bullfight 10-2, and the score was not very good.

But Mark's defensive ability and enthusiasm impressed Yiyang. Shervin. It's true that Mark can't defend against Yiyang, but that doesn't mean his defense is not up to par. Because looking at the whole league, there are almost no defenders who can guard against Yiyang.

At night, lying on the idle bed of Yiyang's house, looking at the faint moonlight reflected in the center of Baiyan Lake, Mark has been thoughtful.

Having gone through the clutch with so many teams, Shervin. Mark seems to have long since gotten used to the experience of starting over in another place.

From the Development League to the NBA, from Philadelphia to Washington, from Washington to Atlanta, and from Atlanta to Dallas in the West.

At least in the matter of transfers, Mark's experience is richer than Yiyang's countless times.

But for the first time, Mark has feelings for a city. He doesn't just want to work here to make money, he wants to do what he can to make the team better.

Although his strength can't be compared to Yiyang, it can even be said that he is insignificant in front of Yiyang. But even so, he will be the first to stand up and play his value when the team needs him!

Others' expectations of themselves must never be disappointed!

It's no wonder that so many stars are eager to join the Mavericks and become part of the Javascript family.

This is definitely the kind of team that everybody wants to fight for and make it better.

Mark hasn't even practiced with the team yet, but now, he can't wait to step into the arena and contribute to the Mavericks.

Tomorrow, the Dallas Mavericks take on the Detroit Pistons. Carlisle said hopefully he'll be in action tomorrow.

Thinking of this, Mark smiled. He is ready for battle at any time, to fight, to fight at any time!

When his hopes were about to be dashed, the Mavericks gave him sunshine. When his self-esteem was about to be worn out, it was Yiyang who gave him respect.

So what should I give back to the Mavericks? Everything, everything that can be done on the basketball court, is what Mark intends to give the Mavericks!

The NBA debut after the reunion of college classmates must not be smashed! Even if he doesn't do it for himself, Mark can't disgrace Butler, Stevens, or Yiyang.

Thinking of this, Mark slowly closed his eyes. Tomorrow, but the big day of my career......