Super all-around point guard

Chapter 397 They defined the pick and roll!Utah Shuangsha!

When Xie Chen knocked down Lambir for the Nth time, the scene changed. The system automatically judged that the challenge failed. After such a mighty group fight, Xie Chen didn't copy anyone's fighting skills. It seems that he can only pin his hopes on the next game, against the legendary Jazz.

Xie Chen experienced the most different and craziest basketball game. Everyone is not thinking about how to win, but how to knock down the opponent. Every layup and every physical contact may have very serious consequences. Playing against such an opponent, Xie Chen really feels crazy. There is no such team in the current league.

However, through this game, Xie Chen also found another shortcoming of his team, that is, there are too few tough players. Although it is different now, in the playoffs, those "bad boys" are still needed. In the previous fight, the Knicks lost to the legendary Pistons.

Therefore, Xie Chen felt that it was necessary for the team to sign a player with a tough style, such as World Peace.I heard that the Lakers also intend to sign World Peace again. It seems that Xie Chen has to hurry up.

The Pistons in 2015 were not difficult to deal with. Even if Xie Chen had no system ability, he could still score easily, and finally won without suspense. In the evening, Xie Chen discussed this issue with Anthony and Coach Fisher.

Anthony was a little surprised: "Ci Shiping? You are actually interested in him. I heard that the Lakers are already going to sign him."

Everyone is familiar with Ci Shiping, and he has also been in the Knicks and was a teammate with Anthony. Anthony must have a certain understanding of him, but looking at Anthony’s expression, he doesn’t seem too excited. It’s not that he is worried about Ci Shiping’s ability. Ci Shiping can still play a role on the court. The key problem is off the court.

Coach Fisher looked complicated: "I think he should be interested in the Knicks, but I really want to ask you, do you know why he was cut by the Knicks last time?"

Xie Chen replied, "Is it because of his relationship with JR?"

Xie Chen didn’t know much about the Knicks before. He only remembered that Ci Shiping found him in the locker room after the game because he felt that JR Smith was not playing hard enough defense. He pointed at his face and taught him a lesson. Of course, JR was not convinced, and the two quarreled.

Fisher said: "Metta Shiping's personality is very straightforward, which is good for the team. But if you think you can control him, I will tell Phil. After all, our team really needs such a person."

The next day, after Phil Jackson received a call from Fisher and learned the news, he immediately called Ci Shiping himself. At that time, Ci Shiping was in Los Angeles and was about to discuss signing with the Lakers. He never expected that Phil Jackson would call him. This was really a surprise.

"Are you okay? What are you up to lately?" Phil Jackson asked with great concern as soon as he came up.

Ci Shiping laughed and said, "Finally got another job in the NBA. You know, the Lakers are very interested in me, and I'm about to join them!"

Ci Shiping still cared a little bit about what happened before. After being waived by the Knicks, he tried to contact Phil Jackson. He thought that the Knicks would definitely sign him back again, but the result disappointed him.

Phil smiled and said, "Congratulations, but I wonder if you are interested in another team?"

"Oh? What team?" Ci Shiping asked knowingly, what kind of team could Phil call!
Phil asked: "Are you interested in joining our New York Knicks again? I know that these two teams are very emotional teams for you. However, compared to the Lakers, our Knicks have a better chance of getting close to the championship. Don't you want to get another championship ring in the few remaining careers?"

Hearing this, Ci Shiping's heart skipped a beat, the championship... the playoffs!That has always been the stage and honor Ci Shiping dreamed of!For veterans, there is no doubt that they want to join a team that can compete for the championship. Garnett has no choice but to return to the Timberwolves.

"This..." Ci Shiping hesitated for a moment. He was really moved. In the offseason, if the Knicks offered him an olive branch, he would have agreed without hesitation. But the situation is different now. After waiting for so long, finally a team wants him, and it is the Lakers.

After a slight pause, Ci Shiping asked: "Phil, we all know what happened in the Knicks in the past, and you also know what kind of person I am. I know that your Knicks season is different from last season, because you have the best player in the league, but, are you sure Xie will be willing to be my teammate? I mean, although I am a very responsible and friendly teammate, there may be some places..."

"I understand, Ron, let me tell you the truth. In fact, it was Xie's idea to invite you to join this time, otherwise I would not have called you in person." Phil Jackson told Ci Shiping the truth.

"What? It was Xie's idea?" Ci Shiping in Los Angeles was shocked on the spot. He has no friendship with Xie Chen. Why would Xie Chen hire him, a fringe player in the league, for no reason?

Thinking of the previous incident between Xie Chen and Oladipo, Ci Shiping suddenly realized, and said in his heart: "I understand, he fought with Oladipo in the last game, and no one helped him. The Knicks' kids are too soft. He wants the team to have another tough person. It turns out that he wants me to be his thug!"

Seeing Xie Chen's intentions, Ci Shiping relaxed a lot: "Oh, Phil, I suddenly feel a little uncomfortable in my head, why don't we talk about it another day, or you ask Xie to come to Los Angeles to talk to me in detail."

When Phil heard this, he immediately became angry. How could he not know Ci Shiping's little thoughts?Phil lectured: "Ron! Don't do such childish actions again. Xie is playing away in Salt Lake City. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you. In the playoffs, with your ability and experience, it will play a big role. Even if you win the championship, you will be a great contributor. Don't miss the last precious opportunity in your life just because of your personality!"

Ci Shiping scolded the old fox secretly, he knew everything he thought, although he hesitated a bit, but he still remembered what happened before, so he pretended that the signal was not good, yelled a few times, and then hung up the phone.

"You bastard!" Phil also threw down the phone angrily, it seemed that he had to tell Xie Chen about it.

Xie Chen, who had already rushed to Salt Lake City, Utah, heard the news and found it very troublesome. Ci Shiping joining the Knicks was definitely his dream, but after knowing that Xie Chen took the initiative to invite him, not only did he not feel honored, but even worsened. Asking Xie Chen to talk to him in person must be to take this opportunity to negotiate some conditions.

Xie Chen is still playing away games and has to copy his fighting skills, so he has no time to pay attention to him for the time being, and can only wait until the game is over before making a decision.

Last season, the Jazz had 38 wins and 44 losses, ranked 11th in the Western Conference, and missed the playoffs. Judging from the month of the regular season this season, it seems that there is nothing to do.

In the summer of 2013, the Jazz decided to stop using veterans to pursue the No. [-] seed in the Western Conference, but to try to use young players to build a team with more potential and stronger, allowing stars like Al Jefferson and Paul Millsap to go away.

But they haven't found a way to win until now. Maybe they will play differently after the All-Star Game and strive for the eighth position.

Facing such an opponent, Xie Chen and Anthony showed no mercy, nor did they pay attention to it. There was a burst of indiscriminate bombing, which made them realize the power of the most terrifying backcourt combination in the league.

The highlight is the next legendary challenge. Xie Chen doesn’t know what year he will meet the Jazz. He originally wanted to copy Ben Wallace, but unfortunately he met the Bad Boys Legion. Now he wants to copy Karl Malone, but he doesn’t know if he can succeed.

When the scene changed, Xie Chen looked to the opposite side, and sure enough, he spotted the "postman" Karl Malone at the first sight!

He looks quite mature, and judging by the lineup of players around him, he should be in 97 or 98. Ask the audience, it really is 1997.

"1997..." Xie Chen looked at this arena of the last century and these old people, and couldn't help but feel emotional. If he really met them in 1997, he wouldn't feel anything, but Xie Chen came here in 2015. He knew the ultimate fate of Karl Malone and Stockton's Jazz.

In May 1997, the Jazz, relying on their strong overall offense and defense, tenacity at the last moment, and Stockton's three-pointer at the buzzer, defeated the Houston Rockets in an away game, dominated the Western Conference for the first time in history, and advanced to the finals. Xie Chen still remembers the narrator's crazy and hoarse shouts, yelling that they are going to challenge the Bulls!
"In 97 and 98, the Jazz fell at the feet of the Bulls for two consecutive years. The fate of the Jazz is indeed sad." Xie Chen sighed. Stockton, Hornacek, Russell, Malone, Ostertag, this classic five-member team, has an amazing record of 64 wins and 18 losses.

Xie Chen walked to the opposite side, and the Jazz people were all looking at Xie Chen strangely. Xie Chen didn't care, but stared at Karl Malone. At this time, Malone was already in his 30s, but looking at his thick arms and strong body, he was definitely at the peak of his strength. Xie Chen was thinking, what effect would Malone's punch on Oladipo have?Xie Chen was also thinking, if he copied it, what would it be like if he hit him?
Ma Long's strength is what Xie Chen desires most, because Ma Long is too strong and powerful. However, Xie Chen still hasn't figured out how to copy it.

Seeing that Xie Chen was staring at Ma Long, Stockton stepped forward and said, "Boy, don't get so close to Karl, don't accidentally hurt you!"

At this time, Stockton was not too young, and he could already see the old posture from his face, and Stockton was thinner than Xie Chen imagined.

Xie Chen glanced at Stockton, then at Ma Long: "If I hit him, you will definitely hit me, right?"

As soon as Ma Long heard that Xie Chen was going to hit Stockton, he immediately stood in front of Stockton, showing off his strong arms, and said with an angry face: "You should see my strength, if you dare to touch him, I will definitely fix you! Believe me, you won't want to know the taste of my fist."

Malone and Stockton have been together for 18 years. They have shared success and failure. They have the same title "Utah Shuangsha". They even share their own children.

In the 91-92 season, Stockton was selected to the Dream Team, and Thomas was not selected. In order to prove himself, after the news came out, the Jazz went to the Pistons for the first time to play away. Thomas had been disgusted with Stockton.

Later, however, Stockton actually chose Thomas as his Hall of Fame recommender...

Stockton also has deep affection for Malone. In his speech into the Hall of Fame, he said: "Now I want to mention a person's name, Karl Malone. Although I respect you very much, David Robinson and Tim Duncan, he is the greatest power forward in history!"

It's a pity that Ma Long's stepfather was critically ill that day, so he was not present, but at the dinner that night, Ma Long flew all the way from Louisiana and said, "I can't imagine that I would be without me on such a big day!"

It was especially touching when Stockton announced his retirement. Stockton didn't tell Malone in advance. Malone only knew about it when a reporter asked him. Then Malone immediately called Stockton and asked emotionally. Didn't he agree to play for another year?Stockton didn't know what he said, only that Malone dropped the phone angrily.

It wasn’t until later that people found out that he was riding a bicycle alone in the streets of Salt Lake City that night, crying while riding. Later, at Stockton’s retirement ceremony, the guy who loved to drive heavy trucks couldn’t speak.

Xie Chen looked at the big monster Karl Malone who stood up for Stockton in front of him, and suddenly felt that maybe they didn't win the championship in their lifetime, but they should have no regrets in their careers, right?

　A new season has begun, and a new month has also begun, ask for a monthly pass!

　　
　
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