NBA: Miracle Workers

Chapter 808 "God's Gift" (Daily Chapter)

On Wednesday, September 14, 2011, New York Fashion Week was drawing to a close, but the celebrities attending the parties were still full of enthusiasm and continued to share their wonderful lives.

The "Occupy Wall Street" movement is escalating, and although mainstream media are not reporting on it, the crowds gathering near Broadway have forced the city hall to issue a warning.

This morning, Bloomberg first warned that high unemployment could trigger widespread riots, and Bloomberg also commented on this in his weekly radio program:
“If Washington lawmakers don’t start creating jobs for the millions of unemployed Americans, widespread chaos is inevitable on the streets.”

The mayor believed the Obama administration was not doing a good enough job, arguing that the 9% unemployment rate was harming recent college graduates, but Bloomberg praised the "Job Act."

On one hand, wealthy upper-class people are enjoying a happy life, while on the other hand, more and more unemployed people are gathering in the streets to protest.

New York remains as divided as ever, and most people are used to it.

Politics is also fractured. Yesterday, congressional election polls in New York and Nevada remained open, but senior Donald Party donors and strategists expressed disappointment on a conference call.

Before the election results came out, everyone was full of confidence, but reality gave them a harsh lesson.

In Nevada, the Elephant Party beat a top female Democratic Party candidate by 22 percentage points;

Even more outrageous things happened in New York, where Elephant Party member Bob Turner surprisingly defeated Donald Party member David Weplin.

It's unimaginable that something like this could happen in Queens, Brooklyn. This is the first victory for the Elephant Party since 1923!

They lost a position they shouldn't have lost, and everyone is busy summarizing and holding people accountable. As for the protests, nobody cares. Occupy Wall Street has nothing to do with politicians; the more they make a scene, the better.

Sports fans don't care about any of this. The Yankees-Giants game has already started, and with the NBA releasing entertainment from time to time, only those who are unhappy with their lives will protest.

ESPN reported another amusing anecdote this morning: during the latest labor negotiations, Garnett used foul language, disrupting the harmonious meeting.

Wade, who was also participating in the discussion, did something quite dramatic, yelling at David Stern:

"According to market rates, I should have received $5000 million! You should pay superstars much more."

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The brief meeting in the middle of the month naturally ended unhappily, and with the president also suffering from the flu, the next negotiation will most likely have to wait until the end of the month.

Under these circumstances, the NBA announced the cancellation of all preseason games and the postponement of training camps. It is also highly likely that the regular season games scheduled for the end of October will not be held as planned.

Fans who wanted to watch the game were somewhat disappointed, as there had been no progress after so much talk, leaving the general public with no choice but to watch amateur exhibition matches to follow their idols.

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The chosen one repeatedly demonstrated his low-post footwork, becoming unstoppable in the game. His outstanding performance even earned praise from his mentor, Hakeem Olajuwon.

"The Heat should give LeBron more opportunities in the low post; he's become a beast in the low post now!"

Although his pivot foot had some issues in a few possessions, the flaws didn't detract from his overall performance. Miami fans were overjoyed after seeing James' highlights, and social media was buzzing with excitement.
"I can't imagine anyone stopping LeBron James. He's too strong. The Heat are about to usher in a new era!"

Basketball commentators also noticed the changes in James' physique. In just a few months, the chosen one has gained a lot of muscle and become visibly stronger.

Pat Riley's advice clearly worked, and James, now "Moneyball-ized," is back on the right track.

LeBron James, who hadn't returned to Akron all summer to prepare for a Las Vegas All-Star player tour, spoke with considerable pride about his weight gain in an interview:

"I gave everything for basketball this summer. You know, God never lets down those who work hard!"

"I'm still working on refining my footwork in the low post. I won't add too much mid-range shooting in the new season, but I will use my low post skills to solve the problems that plagued me in the Finals."

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LeBron James' focus on basketball has earned him the trust of commentators. Leaving aside championships, several columnists have even taken to social media to offer loans to the "Chosen One."
"The best LeBron James will win his first MVP trophy in the new season!"

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On Thursday, September 15, the Washington, D.C. Capitol hosted the swearing-in ceremony for the new members of Congress from Queens and Brooklyn’s 9th District.

Bob Turner, with his gray hair, appeared before reporters from The Hill with his wife, three children, and 13 grandchildren. The old man smiled broadly and took the initiative to introduce his family members.

Before the inauguration ceremony began, the Elephant Party held an introductory meeting. John Boehner, the current Speaker of the House, was also in high spirits, showing off to the media with Kim and another newly elected senator.

Unlike when she first entered the House of Representatives, after a period of time, Kim won the trust of party members with her beautiful appearance and efficient work style.

More importantly, Kim is very wealthy, which is a particularly prominent attribute for one of the few female members of Congress. Some older women even remarked that Lee Yu was indeed a responsible and devoted person.

Dressed in a well-fitting blue suit, without any accessories, and still sporting a blonde ponytail, Kim appeared remarkably quiet compared to the talkative Northern Newcomer Councilor, Anne-Marie Burkel, beside her.

However, most reporters kept their attention on Kim, and soon after the talkative female senator finished her rambling, someone turned around and asked a question:
"Wechsler, how would you rate this new colleague?"

A smile appeared on Jin's face. After glancing at the Speaker, he confidently replied:

“We are delighted to meet him. This is a truly remarkable turn of events, and without a doubt, it is a real success story!”

In early June, Anthony Weiner suddenly resigned due to a sex scandal. No one knows why the old man would post photos of his crotch and nude pictures to young women on Twitter.

What's outrageous is that this old congressman even has several photos of himself "exercising" in his office chair. After inexplicably going crazy, Old Deng lost his position.

If the sudden resignation disrupted the Democratic Party's plans, then losing the ninth constituency was even more outrageous.

No one expected to be "ambushed" in their home base. Washington power brokers believe that Kimberly-Wexler is involved, as the two had a brief debate in the House of Representatives on the jobs bill.

Those who have been following the events surrounding Kim and Lee Yoo-hwa will find that New York Governor Spitzer also fell victim to a similar incident.

Although no one had any evidence, they no longer underestimated this new legislator. Unlike those who were just coasting along, Kim clearly represented the interests of many people.

Turner's 15-year-old granddaughter is the oldest among the children. The somewhat rebellious little girl, Rachel Cito, keeps looking at Li You on the other side with an eager expression on her face.

As one of the invited family members, Li You was also dressed in a red scarf and chatted with familiar councilors about everyday matters. Everyone had a smile on their face.

Musk, who chased after senators from New York to Washington, was also trying to make his presence felt, but most members of Congress lost interest after a few words.

"Sorindra is terrible, isn't it? They haven't even mastered the technology of solar panels."

In an attempt to share his views on "green energy," Musk's long-winded speech quickly left him with no audience.

When the Elephant Party held its meeting, the star entrepreneurs who had accompanied Li You to the Rayburn Building office began to complain again:
"Why does nobody care about Sorindra, that piece of shit company? I saw on the news that they burned down $5.35 million in taxpayer loan guarantees, and then suddenly went bankrupt!"

"That George Kaiser is an old liar! He blames it all on the high subsidies from Chinese solar energy companies? Who would believe such nonsense!"

Musk, who was wandering around aimlessly, was clearly furious that such a company could receive Obama's designated funding. He believed that the subsidy should go to Tesla, since no one understands "green energy" better than them.

Having already seen through the other person's little scheme, Li You didn't explain. He simply raised an eyebrow to interrupt the other person's rant and replied:

"Just like your super factory, the other party has also reached an agreement with the Donald Party. The company is not important; what matters is that the money is in place."

"Promised jobs? I don't think you'd believe that kind of ridiculous promise."

After remaining silent for a while, Musk muttered annoyedly, then changed his expression and asked expectantly:

"Is it possible for us to receive relevant subsidies? I've seen the 'Green Jobs' initiative, and this is an opportunity for Tesla!"

Suddenly noticing Li You's amused expression, Musk became somewhat annoyed, thinking it was an implication that Tesla was failing. Instead, he heard an unexpected answer: "Elon, how many times have you been to the White House? Have you ever funded our president in the past?"

Ignoring Musk's annoyed expression, Li You shrugged and continued:
“George Kaiser was one of Obama’s top tie-ins in his 08 campaign fundraising. He visited the White House 16 times and had close ties with people around Obama before he received approval.”

"It has nothing to do with businesses. Why are those lawmakers not interested in this? Because everyone knows that this is the president giving back."

"Sorindra has succeeded. Remember to change the subject next time you come."

Musk, who was going through a bankruptcy crisis at the time, didn't pay attention to any of this. When he heard that he had lost to such an opponent, he was immediately furious.

"A bunch of parasites have corrupted Washington!"

The fact that Obama's team was able to hastily obtain a loan from Sorindra already speaks volumes. Existing reports are just the tip of the iceberg, and no one dares to fully expose this chain of interests.

Li You, unfazed by such rules, watched as Musk, after muttering a few curses, suddenly became enamored and continued his search for subsidies.
“If we can get some more subsidies from the Department of Energy, we can definitely accelerate production in the next few years. I plan to repay the loan, which will be a huge advantage!”

"I need to prepare for the Senate election these next few years, so you can tell more stories! For example, sending Tesla to Mars would attract a lot of attention."

Once seated, Lee Yu politely declined the offer. Kim's campaign committee donors were all from traditional energy sectors, which was also the base of the Elephant Party and Cheney, and he needed to continue to maintain that base.

Musk, who still wanted to make empty promises, remained silent for a while and sighed helplessly. Getting government subsidies was indeed difficult. After thinking for a moment, he began to offer suggestions:
“Perhaps I should get more involved in donation activities. I’ve been following this news closely lately. Wechsler’s initiative is fantastic, and Obama really should reduce regulation of businesses!”

Do you still need donations? I can donate some money.

Seeing Li You wave his hand, Musk then remembered the Wall Street Journal report that his partner had recently made a fortune, profiting immensely from put options and gold.

When Jin returned to his office, Musk was still pacing around, unwilling to give up on the subsidies. Seeing Li You shrug, he immediately smiled and said:

“You can speak with Speaker Boehner! I think he'll have about 20 minutes!”

"This is the best news I've heard today."

After praising him, Musk left with a beaming smile. When Kim saw Lee Yoo stand up, he suddenly kissed him excitedly, showing his passionate side.

Suppressed breathing soon filled the office; after each misdeed, Kim would reveal his "evil" side.

When she collapsed into his arms, Jin, whose body was still throbbing, began to whisper about the "operation." Li You, while controlling the ball with one hand, kissed the girl in his arms softly:

"Perhaps we have an opportunity to seek a position in the Senate."

Upon hearing Li You's whisper, Jin, who had instinctively tensed up, widened her eyes, wanting to ask more, but her body wouldn't obey her.

Around noon, Musk, who was preparing to have lunch near the Capitol, started sharing his experiences from the morning. Upon seeing the mark on Li You's neck, he sighed helplessly:
Don't tell me you're expecting your 12th child.

"Natalie is indeed pregnant. I remember to give her a sports car on her birthday, blue one would be nice."

Li You shared his good news with a beaming smile, and Musk was so envious that his eyes practically turned green with envy. He realized that he also longed for that kind of life.

In the afternoon, Obama also extended an invitation. As the weekend approached, the president's passion for football intensified. Although his approval rating had declined, it did not affect his life.

Li Youxin readily agreed, as he intended to remain in Washington and did not plan to return to Manhattan, at which point the protests were likely to erupt.

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On Friday, September 17, thousands of people protested near Liberty Park in Manhattan's Financial District, with the excited crowd holding up signs and chanting.

The protesters are no longer silent today, and "Occupy Wall Street" has gained more support.

James and Bosh, who had just arrived in New York, witnessed this scene. Among the crowd were signs protesting against Li You and Ax Capital, and the scene was quite chaotic.

The two who were heading to the players' union were eventually picked up by Fisher. Fisher, sensing the two young men's intentions, introduced them:
“Li seems to have made a lot of money recently. You know, too many people have lost their jobs, and people don’t like to see news reports like this.”

James nodded without commenting. From what he understood, Li You's share of the winnings from the Hogs had been increasing every year; this wealth alone was more than many players could earn in a lifetime.
"Bro, how many games will there be in the new season? 76 games? If there are too many games, we need to speed up the negotiations!"

The chosen one voiced his doubts, his dark face filled with seriousness. Bosh also looked towards the passenger seat and spoke his opinion in a light tone:

"It's unlikely that further restrictions on the luxury tax will be effective. The Knicks are all rookies and will have virtually no salary cap pressure for the next four years."

"LeBron is right, we need to get the number of games done as soon as possible. I don't want to see a series of back-to-back games in a tight schedule."

Both were more concerned about the competition format. Old Fish smiled easily and jokingly remarked:

"Guys, the tight schedule is also an advantage for you. You're not 34 years old yet, so relax."

The bookmakers have placed the Heat second in the odds. If there is a tight schedule, the younger players will obviously have an advantage, since the Knicks always like to give up back-to-back games.

The three chatted briefly about the impact of the race schedule. When they arrived at Sixth Avenue and entered the fifth floor of the union headquarters, someone quickly came up to greet them.

In recent years, the union has added many facilities, which are not open to the public, but players can use them as a "transfer station".

Meanwhile, there are also excellent training facilities and a full-size basketball court here. Garnett and Anthony were playing basketball and chatting. It was almost October, and everyone was a little worried about the negotiations.

Upon seeing James appear, Anthony greeted him warmly, while also making a lighthearted comment about his friend's bulging muscles:
"Bro, do you want to play position 5?"

Seeing his friend's equally expanded physique, James grinned, patted him on the shoulder, and joked:
"Looks like you're ready to compete with us for MVP. To be honest, I really want that trophy."

Paul and his teammates laughed and joked about Derrick Rose's candidness as the chosen one. Since entering the league, none of them had won any major honors, and Derrick Rose had "taken the lead" first.

Every star player craves a trophy.

"We were just talking about the number of games and the schedule. You know, people like Kevin don't like a tight schedule, but we need to make sure there are double-digit games, and not too few either."

Paul described the recent negotiations, noting that the two sides had failed to reach an agreement on when to resume work.

Pierce, already in a bad mood, was annoyed by the young men's jovial manner, but he was even more reluctant to see Li You win. He then gossiped gleefully:

"It's rumored that Ibaka will sign with Real Madrid after the European Championship, and a rookie has already gone to Slovenia!"

"If we experience another lockout like the first one, we might see the Knicks eliminated much earlier."

Upon hearing this good news, Bosh couldn't help but smile. It was like a blessing from God for the Heat, and everything was going in their favor.

"Although I don't want to admit it, my first thought after hearing the news was that it was absolutely fantastic!"

The former Knicks star shared his feelings with a smile. Bosh wished he could hear that all the Knicks players had left, because deep down he was still a little afraid of facing New York too soon.

"I think this is a blessing from God. Now we just need to confirm the start time, and then we will make a name for ourselves!"

Wade walked over, patted his friends, and started his usual boasting. Anthony glanced at Garnett, who was still maintaining his composure, and then completely let loose and started greeting the others.

Back on the sidelines, James and his two teammates all smiled. Wade, looking at his muscular buddy, said with considerable emotion:

"This is an opportunity given to us by God. No matter when the competition resumes, we will give it our all!"

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(End of this chapter)