I'm a big shot in basketball

0031 American road trip

Hang up the phone and call Dawson again.

After a little questioning, it turned out that Francis did not invite the management, coaching staff or other players, which meant one-on-one.Dawson said that they can go there together, which can play an assisting role. After thinking about it, Su Yang declined, and it would be better to go alone.

The matter of Francis came to an end for the time being, and he turned to prepare for the off-season plan. First, he called Spoelstra and invited them to go on a coaching exchange trip across the United States. It will last for two months from August to the training camp at the end of September.

Instead of flying, take a more retro way of driving road trips, go to 28 NBA teams and many college teams, follow the example of the legendary predecessors Bob Wright and Pete Newell, read thousands of books, Travel thousands of miles.

After hesitating for a long time, Sipo politely declined, hesitating and saying that it was a bit strange for two big men to drive all over the United States.

Su Yang didn't force it, and continued to contact TNT, hoping to send a photographer to follow the whole process, or arrange for a nearby TNT photographer to shoot after arriving at a certain place, and finally organize it into a documentary screening and preservation.

TNT agreed, but they had to pay the photographer's part-time salary at their own expense. Su Yang agreed without hesitation.

At [-]:[-] p.m. the next day, Su Yang arrived at the well-known Gatling Barbeque restaurant in Houston as scheduled, and made an order so early and late.

Francis, on the other hand, waited for nearly 40 minutes before arriving unshaven in pajamas, with slippers of different styles on his feet. He obviously didn't pay much attention to the dinner party, and he didn't care about the reporters squatting to take pictures. It seemed that he did it on purpose.

Su Yang didn't feel humiliated at all, and said that your low-end operation will only make the Rockets management and fans more side with me.Immediately greeted as usual, got up to shake hands, and called the waiter to hand over the menu, directly turning the customer into the main.

Beef brisket, sausage and ribs, some chicken wings, and a few bottles of beer, it's a bit of a party with friends.

After a few brief chats, Su Yang understood that Francis was going through the motions to temporarily compromise, and that the dinner parties were all for the public to watch, and there was a high probability that there would be troubles later.It really is because of his personality. If he follows Francis, he is a good big brother. It is a typical case to stand out for Dayao. If he does not follow Francis, he is a cancer. He refuses to train and goes to watch football games, and has conflicts with Van Gundy. It is also a typical case. To put it bluntly, the street temperament is too heavy to be on the stage, and it is difficult to do business.

I'm too lazy to think too much, just chat casually about hip-hop music and car modification, and take a group photo with the chef after eating.

Immediately after walking out of the restaurant to be interviewed by reporters, Su Yang rushed to say: "The misunderstanding between me and Steve has been completely eliminated, we will cooperate a lot in the future, I will help him become the All-Star starter, and we will revive the glory of Houston. "

Francis hummed twice in agreement.

They answered a few questions in accordance with the official standard procedure, hugged and said goodbye with a smile, and filled each other's superficial skills.

Early the next morning, Su Yang contacted the Spurs officials by phone, expressing that he hoped to share with Popovich's coaching staff.

It stands to reason that a young boy is not qualified to have an equal dialogue with the champion coach, but Popovich agreed without any resistance.

Su Yang drove for an hour to San Antonio, then transferred to the Spurs training base, entered with Tony Parker who came to greet him, and shook hands with Popovich, Budenholzer and Mike Brown who had been waiting for a long time say hello.

TNT photographers shoot simultaneously.

Bobo said that he really likes the tactics Su Yang showed in the summer league. He was able to effectively combine the triangle offense with Princeton's two major systems. He was very happy to be able to communicate face to face this time. He has prepared the videos of the Rockets and Spurs for analysis.

Su Yang did not pretend to be modest, and began to share what kind of concept was used to design the relevant tactics of the Keep series according to the video. While talking, he saw Duncan and Cole running to watch, scout Sam Presti and Kevin Pritchard followed suit.

Su Yang explained on his own, and then analyzed the feasibility of using a large number of defenses, from the most basic screen defense with the ball to pointing defense without the ball, and the early defense rotation of three people, emphasizing that it will be especially useful for teams with weak center mobility .

Popovich shared by sharing, the main content is how the center and forwards can better cooperate after the emergence of the three-second rule. Taking the twin towers of Duncan and Robinson as a case, there are no obvious reservations, and many situations are mentioned. quite perfect.

Listening to Popovich's sharing, Su Yang thought that someone had done an analysis and argument, and believed that among all historical players, the player who benefited the most from setting up a three-second defense was Tim Duncan, because although Duncan had a historic hand-to-hand defense, But there is no historical level of melee offense. Once there is no Robinson to pull the space, Duncan's performance is prone to abnormality. In the previous life, he played against the Pistons in 04 and the Cavaliers in 05. He encountered the inside line of the meat shield combination and lacked assistance three times. This is a typical case.

Between thoughts, Popovich's sharing ended.

Mike Brown continued to share, mainly to expand on Su Yang's "advance attack", which he thought would be the future.

Three hours passed quickly, and the sharing ended.

Su Yang accepted the invitation, had some nutritious meals at the Spurs training base, and by the way contacted the Mavericks to propose a sharing plan.

Old Nelson also readily agreed.

Su Yang turned to drive straight to Dallas, and then contacted the local TNT photographer to prepare for the second round of shooting.

Arrived at six o'clock in the afternoon, the boat and the car were exhausted.

After a short break, I entered the Mavericks training base and began to share.Old Nelson bluntly said that he hated seeing each other late, and he liked the series of "advance attack" tactics very much. He arranged for Su Yang to live in a five-star hotel on the spot, thinking that one night was not enough time, and continued tomorrow.

Su Yang agreed without hesitation, took a rest overnight, continued the discussion the next day, and left after having dinner again in the evening.

The sharing between the two NBA teams in Texas was over, and they rushed all the way north to Oklahoma to share at the well-known University of Oklahoma, and exchanged defensive experience with Tony Allen, who was about to transfer, and was dragged to participate At a party, a group of female college students ate tofu, and after the party, several girls scrambled to get in the car, so they had to find an excuse to drive away secretly.

As the road trip across the United States progressed, TNT simultaneously broadcast the edited shooting content. Su Yang also found Internet cafes in various places or borrowed a computer to release the itinerary. Soon he met netizens in Kansas and was invited to the wedding. All kinds of fun .

Popovich and old Nelson were interviewed by TNT on the phone, and they both praised Su Yang as a genius and were inspired by him a lot.

In a blink of an eye, on August 02nd, the Rockets announced a deal with the Raptors, sending away the meritorious Olajuwon in exchange for a first and second round in [-], officially ending the era of Olajuwon as the head of the team, and announcing the renewal of the contract of the team. Forward Maurice Taylor.

Because at the beginning Su Yang urged and suggested that the contract given by General Manager Dawson to Taylor was not 6 million for 4800 years in the previous life, but 3 million for 1500 years.Seeing that kind of news, Su Yangxin said that based on this one alone, his return to the Rockets is enough. After all, Morris Taylor's offense is generally poor and defensive. If he signs a big contract and is still injured like in his previous life, then the Rockets' salary space will be completely locked. Death, but now 3 million in 1800 years, even if the season is reimbursed, it will not have much impact, Cricket's annual salary is 500 million.

As for the Raptors trading Olajuwon with a first round and a second round, it was really a case of emergency and went to the doctor, completely demented.

With the confirmation of Olajuwon's trade, the Rockets' team building plan for the new season has been completely confirmed. Dawson sent Shandon Anderson away in a three-way deal in exchange for Glenn Rice, who has been in serious decline. According to Su Yang's suggestion, Sign Moon and Arroyo.

Su Yang continued his road trip across the United States, left Kansas and continued east. He communicated with coaches from several universities in St. Louis and Louisville. During this period, he was asked if he was worried that he would be targeted if he revealed his tactics too early. He said that tactics ranged from theory to events , and then being cracked is also a process of strengthening oneself. Only more exchanges can improve, and it is not advisable to close the door.

Then rushed to Washington, but Wizards coach Doug Collins seemed to hold a grudge and refused to share the invitation.

The Philadelphia 76ers who are close to Washington also refused to share the invitation. I don’t know if it’s because Larry Brown thought he was unqualified, and Su Yang was not embarrassed. reception.

After staying in New York for three days, his application to the Boston Celtics was rejected, and he decided to switch to the Great Lakes region. He shared exchanges with the Toronto Raptors, Detroit Pistons, and Cleveland Cavaliers. The Milwaukee Bucks were rejected by George Karl.

From south to north, and from north to west, Su Yang drove a second-hand Mazda all over the United States. On September 27th, he arrived at the last stop in Seattle. After sharing with McMillan, he directly destroyed the second-hand Mazda and drove back by plane. houston.

He resumed work on the 28th and started to work. Su Yang would see head coach Tom's eyes swollen early. He suggested a physical examination, saying that it was a kidney or bladder problem. .

On NO.30 the next day, the test results confirmed that Tom was suffering from early bladder cancer and needed to leave the team temporarily for treatment.

It takes about three months to fully recover.

General manager Dawson and Tom discussed behind closed doors for half an hour, and decided to appoint Su Yang as the team's temporary head coach.