Chapter 39: Ten-Tenths Jordan
Hum!
The light and shadow in his head flashed Michael Jordan's elegant posture, he is the most powerful perimeter player in NBA history, no one else.
Even Kobe Bryant, who is now called the first person on the perimeter, is called his shadow in many cases, the person closest to Jordan in the world.
Just closest.
After all, Jordan suppressed an era, and the only superstar of his era, Hakeem Olajuwon, took advantage of his two-year retirement to win the championship. Others, such as Charles Barkley, who is now repenting in the TNT live broadcast room, were suppressed by him for life and had no championship.
After a period of Jordan's handsome back-to-the-basket jump shot, Fan Xi received... a rich and complex content... Michael Jordan's back-to-the-basket single-play, back-to-the-basket jump shot.
Although these pieces of information are very complex and have a lot of content.
However, when they poured into Fan Xi's brain, Fan Xi absorbed them all instantly, and accommodated them into his limbs and bones, forming a terrifying muscle memory, as if directly perfectly copied from Jordan.
Just like the first game Fan Xi appeared in, after he got Miller's three-point ability, he immediately made a miraculous contribution.
Thinking of this, Fan Xi couldn't help but be overjoyed.
I now have the speed and agility of peak Iverson, plus the explosive power of peak Kemp, plus the three-point ability of Reggie Miller and the back-to-the-basket single-play and back-to-the-basket jump shot of Michael Jordan.
Can I touch the realm of a star?
Fan Xi thought so in his heart.
But soon, he clearly recognized through experience: Not yet.
The experience gained from Jordan clearly shows that because Fan Xi's physical fitness has not reached the standard, he cannot use Jordan's back-to-the-basket single-play technology, especially the back-to-the-basket jump shot. With Fan Xi's current jumping level and coordination ability, he can use two or three tenths of peak Jordan's, which is Amitabha burning high incense.
After all, Jordan's last three-peat relied on this set of skilled skills.
Now Kobe Bryant stands out from the four major shooting guards of the year, also relying on the back-to-the-basket skills he copied and borrowed from Jordan. Kobe's current back-to-the-basket ability is about eight-tenths to nine-tenths of peak Jordan.
But Fan Xi is different, as long as Fan Xi's physical fitness follows, he can exert ten-tenths of Jordan's power, and even be better than Jordan after that.
Whoosh!
Fan Xi jumped off the technical table incomparably happily.
He walked towards the bench.
Because of this move, the head referee gave him a technical foul.
The League does not allow players to jump on the technical table to show off before the game is over.
Fan Xi didn't care.
Harmless.
Because this penalty is not enough to affect the game.
When Fan Xi returned to the bench, he could clearly feel that the eyes of his teammates looking at him had changed.
No longer the kind of envy, jealousy, and hatred before.
Now it's all recognition, even with a bit of awe, with a bit of looking up.
The essence of human beings is common.
When you are only a little ahead of them, they will slander you, will mock you, will be sour and yin and yang.
However, when you soar into the sky and leave them far behind.
Those envy, jealousy, and hatred disappear, and they become respectful to you.
Fan Xi, who has won a 60-point super-large triple-double at this time, refreshed the rookie scoring record in his fourth game of his career, and left his name in the Continental Airlines Arena forever, is already an existence that ordinary players cannot reach.
But if you understand a little bit of the ball, you know that Fan Xi is already unstoppable.
"He even has the possibility of killing out halfway and threatening the best rookie battle between John Wall and Blake Griffin!" Kenny Smith said very seriously.
"Although... but." Charles Barkley hesitated for a long time, he still said objectively: "You are right, this game will be the flash point of the entire NBA season, Fan Xi reached a height that the 10-year top pick John Wall and the left-behind 09-year Blake Griffin could not reach. He proved with actual actions that he deserves his eight-figure annual salary."
"However, I still have to say. Tonight, Jack almost didn't encounter decent defense, his shots were very easy. Change an opponent, he absolutely couldn't get 60 points. His strength hasn't reached the level of a top scorer, not even a first-class scorer. It can only be said that he broke out in the game he should have broken out. Just like Brandon Jennings last season, Jennings scored 55 points in that game, but until now, he hasn't had a better performance."
"This is worth Jack's attention."
Charles Barkley said seriously.
He has already admitted defeat.
So, what he said is also from the heart.
Kenny Smith rarely didn't argue with him.
At the same time, Lao Wente on the bench was also talking to Fan Xi about some idle things.
"Jack, you are the most amazing rookie I have ever seen. Not because you broke the historical record tonight, but because he can always meet difficulties, you can always make those who offend you get a painful lesson."
Fan Xi smiled, he raised his eyebrows: "Maybe it's because God favors it."
"No, you should be the real chosen one. I feel you can definitely become an NBA star." Lao Wente paused: "No, it should be a superstar. You are different from Jennings last year, he broke out suddenly, and his touch was hot that night. And you came prepared."
Fan Xi showed a confident smile.
He doesn't intend to be humble at this time, because he knows where his limits are. He knows that after tonight, many people will definitely compare him to Jennings, who broke the rookie scoring record last year but was mediocre this year.
"However, you don't need to take tonight's results too much to heart. The Nets' defense is too bad, and your touch tonight is too smooth. It is difficult for you to get so many shooting opportunities in every game, and it is also difficult for you to hit 13 three-pointers every day like tonight, breaking the world record." Lao Wente said gently and mellowly.
Fan Xi nodded. He said: "I know. So, I am looking forward to the next challenge."
"Only stronger opponents and more arrogant provocations can stimulate a stronger me."
Fan Xi said seriously.
This sentence made Phil Jackson look at him with admiration, and once again thought of Michael Jordan back then. Michael Jordan was also a person who enjoyed challenges and pursued challenges. He retired halfway back then because he felt that the NBA had no challenges.
Now, Fan Xi said the same thing, making it hard for him not to think of his former love, the God of Basketball in the NBA.
Will Fan Xi really become the next ruler?
Although from all angles, it doesn't look like it. A Chinese guard, an undrafted player, a player who has never dunked...
However, Phil Jackson has some firmness in his heart.
The game ended quickly.
For the Nets home court, this is a sloppy result, because their fans had already left seven or eight out of ten before the whistle sounded.
It can be said that they came with interest and returned with disappointment.
"Jack, come here, we have an activity that needs you to participate in."
When Fan Xi was about to enter the player tunnel, a TNT courtside reporter called him, and he took Fan Xi to a monitor, which was the picture in the TNT live broadcast room.
"Jack, Charles said he wants to fulfill his promise in front of the audience across the United States."
Saying that, he put headphones on Fan Xi.
Then, the audience across the United States saw the first "face-to-face" conversation between Fan Xi and Charles Barkley on the TV screen.
Charles Barkley previously claimed that Fan Xi would never get a formal contract, and if he got a formal contract, he would kneel down in front of the audience across the United States and shout: Jack Fan is the God of Basketball.
But now, Fan Xi not only got the contract, but also an eight-figure annual salary. Moreover, on this night, when Barkley was confident that Fan Xi couldn't beat Devin Harris, he beat Devin Harris to pieces and ravaged him to the end, and also refreshed the rookie scoring record in NBA history and the super invincible large triple-double record.
"Jack, I must honestly say. I underestimated you before, just like I underestimated your compatriot Yao back then. I always make mistakes in this regard, and I am also a person who keeps promises."
Charles Barkley said frankly.
Fan Xi heard him say this, and he smiled.
He said: "Okay, Charles. If you really keep your promise, you can execute your punishment now. However, I am still young, I don't like others kneeling to me. If you have watched kung fu movies, you can hold your fists... just like this, express respect to me, and then say those lines."
Fan Xi pointed at Barkley.
The program effect is full.
Barkley was also crisp, he immediately held his fists with both hands, and bowed, shouting three times: "Jack Fan is the God of Basketball, Jack Fan is the God of Basketball, Jack Fan is the God of Basketball!"
Ahahahahaha!
Kenny Smith next to him had already laughed out a goose call.
In fact, the audience in front of the TV also laughed their waists off.
Charles Barkley, this chubby bastard, was only wearing a suit on his upper body, and what was hidden under the anchor table was a pair of green sweatpants.
Damn it.
This fat guy's aesthetics are really terrible.
"Jack, I hope you can really become the next God of Basketball. But you have to know that the last God of Basketball was Michael Jordan. Michael Jordan defeated all the superstars of the same era, which is something Kobe Bryant didn't do, and Shaquille O'Neal didn't complete back then."
Barkley said seriously after holding his fists: "I will always pay attention to you. If one day you really complete this feat, I will lie on the ground, just like you Chinese people say prostrate, to express respect to you."
Fan Xi listened to Barkley's sincere words, and he smiled and said: "Then you can start fitness and lose weight now, I am worried that when you lie on the ground, your body will roll to one side round and round."
Ahahahaha!
Kenny outside the painting laughed out a pig call again.
He didn't expect Fan Xi to have such a humorous side.
The audience in front of the TV was also like this.
After Barkley fulfilled his promise, Ernie Johnson interviewed Fan Xi very professionally: "Jack, you broke the rookie scoring record in this game and got an unprecedented super large triple-double. How do you feel?"
"It feels very smooth." Fan Xi said: "I didn't encounter any defense, maybe it's because Devin Harris looked down on me before the game and thought I was vulnerable."
"So, what do you think of Devin Harris?" Ernie Johnson asked Fan Xi.
Fan Xi didn't be polite, he maintained his sharpness and murderous spirit, he said: "He is not bad, he is an elite player with fast speed. But if he is mentioned in the same breath as me, that is disrespect to me."
Ernie Johnson was slightly surprised.
At this time, Kenny Smith asked Fan Xi: "Jack, I am your fan. I have a very important thing to ask you, why did you leave the court after getting 60 points? With your hot touch tonight, you actually have a chance to get 70 points, or even have a chance to break Kobe Bryant's current 81-point record. And, you also have a triple-double."
Fan Xi still showed a gentle smile, he said: "We Chinese people pay attention to low-key behavior, this is only my fourth game, I always have to leave some room for progress for the future. Moreover, Kobe is my old brother, haha."
Fan Xi is still very humorous when talking about other things.
However, if someone touches his reverse scale, he is immediately murderous.
The TV interview ended quickly.
Fan Xi walked towards the locker room. At this time, Taylor Swift chased up. She said to Fan Xi: "Hey, Jack. Do you have time for dinner together later... oh, no, it should be a midnight snack."
Fan Xi thought about it, he said: "We are going to fly to another city tonight to prepare for the next game. If there is a chance in the future, I will treat you. Thank you for cheering for me tonight, it is one of my motivations."
Fan Xi's gentle words burrowed into Selena's ear canal, and a flush rose to her cheeks… It was simply too flirtatious.
Taylor felt her heart beating wildly.
This basketball hero is really different.
Next time... when is the next time.
Taylor couldn't help but look forward to it.
At this time, her good sister Selena is accepting an interview with the media.
The media asked her why she came to watch this game and kept cheering for Jack, did you know each other before?
This Disney little princess, North American little sweetheart, the most popular idol female star among teenagers said a shocking sentence: "Because I like Jack, I am not only Jack's fan, I also want to date him. He satisfies all my fantasies about men, so... I must pursue him."
"In fact, Devin Harris provoked Jack so much before the game because he showed love at the party, and my eyes have always been focused on Jack. He is jealous, he wants to destroy my idol."
"But now you have also seen it, my Selena's eyes for men are really accurate."
Selena said generously.
As one of the most dazzling new generation female stars in the North American entertainment industry, once these words come out, it will soon cause an uproar.
After all, every move of an idol female star is observed by a magnifying glass.
What's more, she is now taking the initiative to show love to a basketball player.
This rich gossip atmosphere.
... ===== CHAPTER 40 =====
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