Chapter 30: Killing (Part II)
Zheng Xinguo walked into the training hall, saw Zhang Zifeng who was resting, and said: "Feng, do you know, since you appeared in the "Sports Illustrated", now my mobile phone is about to burst, and the person who recently asked you to be the spokesperson can simply be a street!" But I stopped all of that. You are a future basketball superstar, how can you endorse those small advertisements, the price is low, and it damages your image. If you want to make an endorsement, you must at least be the endorsement of a famous brand! ”
After Zhang Zifeng took a few sips of the drink, he said: "You can handle those endorsements, as long as you give me the contract at the end!" ”
Zheng Xinguo nodded and said, "Of course, this is my job!" And Kaede, you have to be careful of women. Although many people know that Chen Wei is your real girlfriend. But there are many women in the United States who want to be famous, and they will do anything to be famous. Just like Bella. As long as you are photographed by the media walking with a woman. I can guarantee that the next day you'll see your photos in entertainment newspapers across the United States, and then countless versions of gossip will be spawned! ”
Hearing Zheng Xinguo mention Bella's name, Zhang Zifeng was unhappy.
It wasn't enough to disgust myself last season, but this season I'm disgusting again.
She can be seen on the pitch wearing Zhang Zifeng's jersey at every home stadium.
Although the security guard of the stadium has strictly ordered her not to do anything out of line, she can't stand the various ambiguous actions she makes in order to attract attention. Flying kisses, flattering eyes......
Now some gossip newspapers have published the story that Zhang Zifeng and Bella have to say.
Even some jokers have made up a love story that can be sung and cried.
For example, in order to help Zhang Zifeng raise enough tuition, Bella went to the sea to make a film.
Zhang Zifeng only waited to join the NBA this year to save Bella from the fire pit, and from then on, he swore that he would never be separated.
Unexpectedly, some loyal Blue Devils fans also spontaneously donated money to Zhang Zifeng to help their idols be with their beloved as soon as possible.
Nima's! Is it good for Lao Tzu to get a full scholarship, and where do you need to worry about tuition fees.
Zhang Zifeng didn't know how to return this kind of anonymous remittance, so he could only donate to a charity fund, and then post a message on Facebook to let fans know the truth.
The last piece of paper took the newspapers to court.
At the end of January, the cost of compensation for those magazines was just enough to offset the lawyer's fees.
They charge several times as much for advertising.
Nima's!
Zhang Zifeng said impatiently, "I know, I will stay in the training hall during this time!" ”
Zheng Xinguo said: "What you need now is to play well! And ......"
Zheng Xinguo hesitated, but still said, "You try to keep a low profile these days." During this time, the media has gone too far with your Chen Zan. It's like you're going to be roasted on a fire! ”
Zhang Zifeng frowned and asked, "What do you mean?" ”
Zheng Xinguo shook his head and said, "I don't know for the time being, but I just feel a little wrong." Don't worry, I'll get to the bottom of the situation as soon as possible. ”
Zheng Xinguo went to investigate the so-called wrongdoing, and Zhang Zifeng continued to train.
It had only been a few minutes since Knight ran over and shouted, "Hey, Jack. I'm asking you a favor! ”
Zhang Zifeng stopped dribbling and turned to look at Knight and said, "What's the matter!" ”
Knight took out an autograph book and said, "Big star, sign a few names!" ”
Looking at the thick autographed book, Zhang Zifeng frowned and said, "Hey, man, this is too much!" My wrists are sore after signing! ”
When Knight looked at Zhang Zifeng's reluctance, he said a little unhappily, "Dude, I haven't looked for you to cover me in the future." I just want you to sign a few names and coax my woman! “
Zhang Zifeng said with a bitter face, "Dude, I'll sign it to you without saying a word." But this one ......"
Before Zhang Zifeng finished speaking, Green, who was training on the side, said in a weird manner, "People are now the darlings of the media and future basketball superstars." He's not like us guys. People are developed, and they don't want to deal with us who don't get into the stream. ”
Jefferson, who was also training, yelled at Green, "Shut up and concentrate on training!" ”
"Isn't it? Look at what is written in the media now. Each one has touted Zhang Zifeng. It's as if Duke's current results are all earned by his hard work, and the benefits are all taken by him alone. What are we, just watching the scenery on the court......" Green was still babbling and complaining, when he was pulled to the other side by Jefferson to practice.
Zhang Zifeng looked at Green, and then at Knight. He took out his pen cap, took the signature book, and began to sign.
Seeing that Knight asked Zhang Zifeng to sign, other players took the opportunity to ask Zhang Zifeng for a few signatures.
Zhang Zifeng basically spent the whole day in autographing, and he didn't even complete the training plan.
In this way, the whole team was in an inexplicable atmosphere, and the time came on March 18, and the first game of the first round of the NCAA Championship was played at Duncan Center in Providence.
The Colonial Athletic League champion Wilmington College Seahawks take on Duke University Blue Devils from Atlantic Coast League champions.
Last season, Duke University collapsed in the round of 64.
Zhang Zifeng will never allow such a thing to happen this season.
The game starts with Duke winning the jump ball. Zhang Zifeng was very active in this game, using a jumper to score for Duke University.
After a period of time, the two sides attacked and defended each other, alternating leads.
Halfway through the first half, Zhang Zifeng and Okafor's scores once stretched the lead to five points.
But Wilmington College did not show weakness either, with the help of Denzel. Ingram's three-pointer with Chris. Fleming's layup equalized the score, and Zhang Zifeng scored 2+1 on Fleming to overtake the score.
Duke has been in control of the initiative on the court, leading by seven points when the lead is at its largest.
Seven seconds before the end of the half, Duke called a timeout to arrange the final tactical coordination, and after the timeout, Zhang Zifeng dribbled to the front court and hit a three-point whistle.
At halftime, Wilmington College trailed Duke University 40-43.
Heading into the second half, Denzel. Ingram made two blocks in a row to avoid the score continuing to stretch away.
Duke University lost its hot hand in the first half, fell into a scoring drought of more than five minutes, and was hit by Wilmington College on a 14-0 attack wave, but fell behind by 10 points.
In the 13th minute of the second half, Duke University finally pulled the difference back to within 10 points, and then suffered another blow, and the team's center Okafor fouled five consecutive fouls to graduate.
Zhang Zifeng stepped up and made a three-point shot to narrow the gap to six points, and Duke University rekindled hope.
Immediately after that, Zhang Zifeng scored 2+1 on Fleming, and at the same time, Fleming graduated with a score difference of only 3 points.
The game continued, and Duke hit a 3-pointer from beyond the arc by Cook. Finally equalised.
Entering the crucial final minute, Wilmington Academy failed to take advantage of the opportunity, center Barnes grabbed consecutive rebounds in the frontcourt, but Ingram's long-range 3-pointers bounced off the basket.
At the last moment, Wilmington Academy used foul tactics, and Zhang Zifeng missed only one of his 4 free throws, and the game completely lost suspense.
The score was fixed at 85-93, and Duke advanced to the second round with his head held high.
For Duke, Zhang Zifeng scored 23 points on 9-of-10 shooting, in addition to eight assists and a game-high three steals.
Winslow didn't shoot well, shooting just 4-of-12 from the field, but he made 13-of-17 free throws to score 21 points.
And after Okafor went off, Winslow used his bounce to prop up the interior and grabbed a game-high 10 rebounds.
Okafor had just 10 points, nine rebounds, three assists and two blocks.
Guard Cook scored 12 points.
For Wilmington Academy, small forward Ingram scored a team-high 22 points, shooting guard Fleming scored 18 points, center Barnes had 16 points and eight rebounds, and point guard Paul also scored 17 points.