Chapter 103: [The new season begins, a little different]

"I had to find the right team and play the right basketball. That's why I came to Indiana. ”

Stephen Jackson spoke to reporters on the opening day of the training camp.

"I love playing with really versatile and unselfish players, you know, I've always been a fan of Sushi the Sheep. I appreciate what he does on the pitch and he's a charismatic guy. ”

Stephen Jackson's remarks made reporters completely unconcerned about what the thorn was going to do in the locker room.

When he joined, the Indiana was very worried that he would make the Pacers' locker room even more extreme. Because this team itself gathers a lot of thorns, there is not a single fuel-efficient lamp.

This past offseason, O'Neal Jr. was photographed playing volleyball with three female models in Miami Beach, Reggie Miller dated a new young model, Artest went to play WWE, declared himself the best martial arts player in the NBA, and also released a rap album called "Me and My NBA Championship".

For this album, he spent $1 million, swiped a lot of love cards, and found a big-name rapper feat. But after the release, there were a flood of bad reviews, and everyone said that his singing voice was like the cooing sound of a duck being pressed into water, there was no flow, the sound was ugly, and the lyrics were brain-dead....

However, Artest doesn't care, he just loves music.

The Indiana also liked the way he liked music, at least he didn't run around like Kenny Anderson and was caught carrying 'leaves'. While that doesn't mean a problem in the United States, the negative press like this has raised concerns about the extent of the Pacers' locker room chaos: There is so much talent here.

Bender was injured again, and he was dancing in his bathroom and broke his own bones.

The insurance company intervened to investigate and concluded that he may have been injured in a high-risk sport that was not allowed by the treaty. As a result, an investigation revealed that it was indeed a fall in the bathroom.

The Pacers and Pacers fans have all but given up their expectations of Bender.

Although he used to be a very talented striker, frequent injuries have depleted his athleticism.

The Pacers have been rumored to be in talks with him about a buyout since August.

However, Bender wanted to ask for more money, and the Pacers didn't want to give more.

The two sides are at a stalemate.

In the offseason, there were rumors that the Pacers were going to sell the team. As the team won the championship, the club's market value increased.

But in the end, it was not negotiated.

There are many factors that did not come to fruition.

For example, the other side is unwilling to pay a price that satisfies them, such as Indiana not allowing the team to move out of the city, such as the Pacers won the championship last season, and the profit did not enter the top 10 ...... the league.

And, of course, the most important reasons. Suhi did not re-sign with the Pacers, and Suhi will become a full free agent after playing this season.

Suxi's whereabouts have attracted the attention of the whole league.

Even if many people say that Suhi is not a superstar, Suhi is just an ordinary star when he leaves the Pacers.

But who wouldn't want Suhi? The body is honest.

One thing that caused a stir in the offseason was Carlos Boozer's departure from the Cavaliers. Boozer signed a six-year, $72 million contract with the Jazz.

He's a second-round pick, and he's the second rookie after Arenas to enjoy the benefits of this clause loophole.

Originally, the alliance was discussing to close this loophole.

But then, for some reason, most of the bosses of the league suddenly suspended the agenda. Only the Cavaliers are still there shouting that it's unfair.

Why?

Because although Suhi is a first-round pick, the nature of his current contract is the same as a second-round pick on a two-year rookie contract, and even more free than them.

The bosses aren't stupid.

If you want to plug this loophole, you have to wait until the dust settles on Suxi's side.

The Pacers have all kinds of publicity about this kind of contract to the detriment of the home team, and if it is not stopped, the phenomenon of Arenas and Carlos Boozer will increase.

However, the louder they scream, the less the bosses act.

It is worth mentioning that Carlos Boozer left the Cavaliers and was also linked to Susie.

The Cavaliers originally accused Carlos Boozer of treachery, saying that Boozer had agreed to renew his contract with the Cavaliers at the beginning, but in the blink of an eye, he saw the Jazz's higher contract and betrayed his parent team for money.

Boozer was tough, he didn't rest on his laurels. Directly and publicly, he said: "Since the moment you traded Jack, I have been ready to leave. Everybody knows that I have the closest relationship with Jack, and Jason, and now we're both gone. ”

Jason Cappono was picked by the Bobcats in the team draft, a way for the NBA to welcome the new team. The Bobcats join as a new team and can pick one player from each team, although the list of players to pick is designated by the parent team.

"The Cavaliers should reflect on why so many people have jumped ship this season."

"The king is not omnipotent."

Carlos Boozer's words set off everyone's condemnation of the knights, and turned over the old story of the knights trading Suhi.

Another burst of whipping corpses.

People like Tony Barty, Kenny Anderson, and Stephen Jackson who left the Cavaliers have also come forward to support Boozer.

It made the knight very passive.

had no choice but to die down automatically.

Suhey meets Stephen Jackson, a rough-looking man in the locker room, who talks to Artest.

Seeing Suhee walk in, he showed friendliness. "Finally teammate with you, Jack."

Suhi held out a hand to welcome him to the Pacers family.

After winning the championship, Suhi's position with the Pacers is more secure.

The two exchanged a few words.

Then, Artest clapped his hands and shouted: "Today is the sixtieth day of the release of my new album and the first day of our new season. ”

Artest said very boldly.

Everyone responded.

Suhi looked at his big-shouldered teammates in the locker room, and he exchanged glances with Rick Carlisle.

The new season may not be so easy to play.

No wonder people say it's easy to win the championship but difficult to defend it.

When it came time to win the championship, everyone rushed up in one go.

The mentality of defending the title is very different, and many people don't dream that big. After winning the championship and fulfilling my wish, my mind relaxed.

Just look at Reggie Miller's overindulgent appearance, the dark circles under his eyes are about to fall to the bridge of his nose.

This offseason, he didn't release less.

Little O'Neal is a round fatter, Foster even has a double chin, Tony Barty doesn't have fat, but he is strong twice, pure muscular man. In the offseason, I made fitness and muscle building my main business.

There's also Kenny Anderson, whose current mindset is to retire after the final year of his contract.

So, Suhee went to Larry Bird in the afternoon: you have to stand up, you have to make the players nervous.

Bird spread his hands, he couldn't do anything, this is human nature. He comforted Suhi: Just after the offseason, it is normal for everyone to be a little relaxed, and you can't use the mental state of the finals to ask everyone. Don't you want to practice your skills? That's right!

7 losses in a row.

The defending champions have lost seven straight preseasons.

This is especially eyeball-eyed.

"The NBA champion doesn't want to lose face, the Bucks lose to the Grizzlies, the Grizzlies lose to the Hawks, the Hawks lose to the Hornets, the Hornets lose to the Bobcats, and then no team loses ......"

The Pacers are one of two teams on a seven-game losing streak in the preseason.

It is worth mentioning that the other team that lost eight consecutive preseason games happened to be the Lakers, who finished the Finals with the Pacers.

When the Lakers lose O'Neal, they lose their soul.

Kobe Bryant played very aggressively, averaging 29 minutes per game, averaging 25 shots per game and averaging 32.5 points per game. But it still can't save the Lakers.

As the Lakers boss, he did his best.

The boss who also tried his best in this way is the Pacers boss, Suhi.

Suhi averaged 27 minutes per game, averaging 22.6 shots per game and 25.3 points per game.

The offensive efficiency is low.

And Su Xi plays very 'well', belonging to the kind of vacant position that is not good at shooting, and has to stick into the opponent's defensive circle.

If there are difficulties, you have to go up, and if there are no difficulties, you have to go up if you create difficulties.

Moreover, it is particularly unique. This makes many people feel that Suxi seems to be a different person.

The famous commentator Charles Barkley shouted on TV: Wake up, Jack! Now we're back in the NBA, it's not the FIBA system now. The Pacers are not a Chinese team, so you don't need to go crazy. The NBA already has a Kobe Bryant and doesn't need a second.

When Suxi said this, Suxi did not respond, and Kobe Bryant gritted his teeth.

Kobe Bryant has been gritting his teeth too much lately, and the whole world is targeting him, especially after he lost. All the pots were buckled on his head.

Moreover, everyone thinks that the Lakers will regret it sooner or later for Kobe Bryant to get rid of the sharks, just like the Cavaliers traded Suhi. are two of the stupidest things in the new century.

Unlike Su Xi, everyone thinks that Su Xi will return to the right path sooner or later, and it is impossible to keep shooting so crazy and selfish. The Pacers can't keep losing like this.

But the Lakers and Kobe, everyone thinks that Kobe's nature is difficult to change and will become more and more independent. The Lakers have not wanted to make their mark in recent years.

Kobe Bryant has become a negative example of Suhey.

Do you think Kobe Bryant can not gnash his teeth?

"Barkley doesn't understand modern basketball at all."

Kobe Bryant scolded Barkley.

Barkley began to be yin and yang, how gentle he was with Suhey, how 'connotative' he was with other players.

Moreover, his relationship with Kobe Bryant was relatively dull.

There is no lack of yin and yang weird anger on him.

At this time, Kobe Bryant also led the new Lakers to Indiana.

They will have this year's opener.

Although this schedule was made in advance, Stern really did it, and it was amazing.

The Lakers lost to the Pacers in the Finals last season, and you still have to bring them over to witness the Pacers' championship ring award ceremony?

How cruel, how presumptuous.

However, this can stimulate the Lakers' will to fight, riveting the Pacers to defeat them and mess up their award ceremony.

Let their championship ceremony be a milestone tragedy.

However, the Lakers have changed blood up and down, and the new players have a hairy hatred for the Pacers.

The only person who can have a grudge against the Pacers is probably Lamar Odom, who was ignored by Sushi at the Olympics.

But what kind of goods is Odom? He didn't deserve to eat at the same table with Sushi right now. Suhi is on the superstar table, he is not even qualified for the star table, he has to go to the elite player table, and he has to carry his own fruit basket to enter.

Reggie Miller was agitated, tears glistening in his droopy dark circles. He was there before the game started, he was there to prepare, walking around the locker room.

He's finally going to get his championship ring.

He also kept emphasizing: "This year's championship ring has my design, I was involved in the design, you know? Jack! Ron, Jermaine ......"

Sushi couldn't help but bless him: "Yes, Reggie. While it's worth celebrating that you've fulfilled your career dreams, you'll have to take it easy tonight and don't get hurt. ”

Miller is playing more and more openly, and during the nightclub party organized by Artay, he was photographed by reporters going to open a room with three girls. A Latina beauty, a black beauty, and a blonde beauty.

It's fraternity.

The head of the global village belongs.

This old body is still so overdrawn, it is really bold.

Reggie Miller waved his hand and said he was sure.

Then, less than 3 minutes into the game, he fought with Kaloon Butler.

He fell twice in the opening stanza, and he had to say that Butler didn't respect him and stumbled him.

In fact, it is a normal confrontation, Butler's hands and feet are a little unclean, but they are all within the normal range. Miller was so weak that he had to run.

Who wrestles without wrestling?

He rolled into a ball with Butler in his arms.

That is, Butler feels sorry for the old man, otherwise give him two punches, and he will have to be carried down.

Both were sent off.

Reggie Miller got his wish, and he was finally able to wear his suit to receive his championship ring at halftime....

Miller and Butler were sent off.

The game didn't make it any better.

Gone are the silky attacking stances of last season and replaced by a variety of strikes.

The Lakers also hit iron, and so did the Pacers.

What a pair of equal opponents.

Dream back to last season's finals.

(End of chapter)