On the UCLA campus.

Zhang Yang was sweating profusely as he wore the number 33 jersey of the School of Management, while four of his teammates wore the same jerseys.

Obviously, this is a game between the School of Management and other teams, and judging by the flamboyant and serious looks, the opponents are clearly strong.

Among the spectators on the sidelines, there were two people standing, it was Chu Xuan's friend Alex, and the other person was a middle-aged man about fifty years old.

"Alex, do you think the School of Management can win today?" Looking at the score of 43:36 between the two sides, the middle-aged man asked.

Alex smiled: "Although the School of Management is 7 points behind the School of Engineering, they have a lot of momentum on the field, and there are still more than ten minutes left, so there is still a possibility of winning." ”

The middle-aged man shook his head, his face calm: "The engineering academy is playing very steadily, the rhythm is very good, each of them is scoring, and everyone can participate in the attack. The current situation of the School of Management seems to be very fierce, but in fact, Zhang Yang is fighting alone. As the saying goes, it is difficult to stand alone, and it is inevitable that the School of Management will lose. ”

Alex listened, but did not refute, but nodded extremely convincingly.

Sure enough, as the middle-aged man said, the School of Management lost to the School of Engineering, and the final score of the two sides was 67:78.

Zhang Yang's face was a little unsightly, in this confrontation between the academy teams, he really tried his best. However, what makes people feel helpless is that he still failed to lead the team to win.

Although Zhang Yang scored 30 points and became the best player in the game, he couldn't be happy.

"James, just do your best, don't be too upset."

Kelly helped Zhang Yang wipe his sweat and gently comforted.

Zhang Yang stared at his girlfriend's smooth and bright cheeks, and the depression in his heart slowly disappeared.

"Honey, I'm fine."

……

"Hey James, your team is a bit bad today!"

Alex's voice came at this moment.

Zhang Yang turned his head and saw the two people in front of him, and couldn't help but show surprise on his face.

"Mr. Alex, Coach Ben Holland, when did you guys come?"

The person who came was Alex, the media publicist of the UCLA Bruins, and Chu Xuan's friend.

The other is Ben Holland, the head coach of the Bruins.

Obviously, the two of them appeared in this game, and the intentions of them are worth speculating.

"Not long after your game started, we came over. Speaking of which, James, we're here to see your game. Alex said with a smile.

Zhang Yang listened, and couldn't help showing a hint of surprise on his face, the two of them actually came to see his game, could it be that Ben Holland intended to get him to the Bruins?

If that were the case, he would have gone crazy with happiness.

"In that case, thank you very much. Unfortunately, we didn't win. Zhang Yang's face was gloomy, and in his opinion, the result of the defeat would definitely affect Ben Holland's opinion of him.

However, I only heard Holland smile and say, "James, you are doing very well, you are still young." The key is that you should learn how to be a leader and lead the team to victory. Basketball is a five-player sport, and even the strongest person can't play against a team. You're a good player, but not a leader yet. ”

Zhang Yang nodded, he felt that what Holland said was reasonable, after all, the other party was the head coach of the school team, and his qualifications and knowledge were not comparable to him.

"James, I really appreciate your scoring ability and tough style of play. This is something that many Chinese athletes cannot have. Ben Holland continued: "You shoot very well, inside and out, you can grab rebounds, you can defend, and you can even assist. Really, you're very well-rounded, but you don't have a mastery of it. This makes it impossible for you to get one step closer. ”

Zhang Yang nodded with a straight face, calmly and humbly accepting Ben Holland's guidance.

"Mr. Ben Holland, I know what I have to do. Thank you for the suggestion. ”

Ben Holland nodded with satisfaction and smiled, "You're tall enough for you to play inside, but you're not the kind of regular interior player. Therefore, I suggest you watch more of Dek Nowitzki's game, he will make you very good. ”

As Ben Holland said, he can do anything, he is very comprehensive, but he has no specialty. And if you have to find an advantage for him, it is the soft shooting touch and accurate shooting skills.

This situation of Zhang Yang is exactly the same as the general situation of large Chinese. He doesn't have the athleticism of a black inside, he doesn't have the strength of a white inside. Some are just shooting advantages.

Therefore, in the case of average athleticism, it is a good choice for Zhang Yang to learn the Nowitzki-style of play.

"Well, I'll learn more from him, Dirk is a great player." Zhang Yang Zhengse said.

"James, in fact, I paid attention to you during the previous school team selection. However, in my opinion, you didn't have what it took to play in the NCAA at the time. That's why I didn't invite you. Holland said slowly.

Zhang Yang nodded, he really doesn't have the absolute strength to play in the NCAA.

"I just didn't expect you to improve so fast. You're still a little bit away from the Bruins, but I'm willing to give you a chance. Ben Holland smiled.

Zhang Yang listened, his eyes couldn't help but be surprised, followed by a look of disbelief.

"Coach Ben Holland, you mean, I can play under your tutelage?" Zhang Yang asked softly.

Holland smiled, noncommittal.

However, Zhang Yang was not carried away by the sudden surprise, he calmed down and asked: "Coach Ben Holland, as you said, I am still a little far from the school team. But why would you want me to join the Bruins? ”

In the face of Zhang Yan's question, a hint of appreciation flashed in Ben Holland's eyes. In his opinion, this calm attitude of Zhang Yang is extremely desirable.

"A guy recommended you to me, and he wanted me to train you. In fact, you are very malleable and can make my heart flutter, and I am willing to give you this opportunity. ”

Zhang raised his eyebrows and locked slightly, full of puzzlement: "Who is it?" ”

Ben Holland looked at Alex and said with a chuckle, "Chu Xuan." ”

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Chu Xuan, who was holding a pre-game coaching meeting at the Staples Center, received a phone call, which was from Zhang Yang.

"Chu Xuan, thank you for your help."

Listening to the voice coming from the other end of the phone, Chu Xuan couldn't help but be stunned, but he immediately understood why.

"Zhang Yang, it looks like you've joined the Bruins, congratulations."

Zhang Yang said with some excitement: "Yes, I am already a member of the Bruins, and I will play in the NCAA." Thank you for helping me make this dream come true. ”

"In that case, then fight hard, I believe you can get better." Chu Xuan encouraged.

"Well, Chu Xuan, I will." After a pause, Zhang Yang continued: "It's just that I don't understand why you are willing to help me, after all, we have only played together once." ”

"Zhang Yang, I am willing to help you, first of all, because we are compatriots, and it is fate to be able to meet here. Furthermore, do you remember what I said? ”

"I said I hope to see Chinese continue to play in this league one day."

There was silence on the other end of the phone, and after a while, Zhang Yang's voice rang: "Chu Xuan, don't worry, I will definitely work hard." I'm going to train well and make myself good. ”