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Chapter 508 Chapter 506: Henson's Angel
When was the last time there were rumors about Henson in NBA circles?That was the end of July 2015.

At that time, the Pacers and the Magic reached a deal. The Pacers paid Al Horford, whose contract was about to expire, and the 16-year first-round pick, and got Oladipo and other three players from the Magic.

But at the time, no one believed Henson was involved in the deal.Because just two days after the deal, the Ultimate Fighting Championship UFC announced a partnership with BodyArmor energy drinks.From now on, BodyArmor is equivalent to Gatorade to the NBA and has become the official designated drink of UFC.

There is no doubt that the announcement of this news has caused BodyArmor's stock price to soar.And Henson's ability in business operation is also talked about by people.

Since the cooperation between BodyArmor and UFC, Coca-Cola immediately became a shareholder.The 600% stake Henson bought for $10 million that year has now grown to $2 million.In the past year, BodyArmor's sales have exceeded the 1 million mark.

In the United States, BodyArmor has also become the third largest energy drink brand in terms of sales after Gatorade and Aqua.Henson's next goal is to make BodyArmor's annual sales exceed 2 million!
Without a doubt, Henson's commercial success is unquestionable.He didn't rely on his father-in-law Vivek, nor did he rely on his relationship in the basketball circle.Instead, step by step, he established his own functional beverage empire.

His achievements in business are inseparable from his investment in business.Because from the summer of 2015 to the current 2016, he has almost always focused on business operations.basketball?That seems to have become the past tense of Henson.

Because of this, since July 2015, reporters have never gotten more than half a dime connection between Henson and the NBA.

And the 15-16 season belonging to the Pacers also spent another year without Henson Joe.

This year, the situation of the Pacers is still not good.Victor Oladipo struggled next to Paul and George, and he wasn't even as good as he was the year before.The scoring average dropped to 15 points per game, and his eyes were no longer full of light.

In the regular season, the Pacers only won 50 wins, ranking third after the Cavaliers and Raptors.

Entering the playoffs, the Pacers dealt with the Hornets led by Kemba Walker cleanly in the first round.But in the second round, they "accidentally" lost to the rising Toronto Raptors.

Chris Paul once again fell to the Eastern Conference semifinals due to injuries. Without Al Horford organizing the offense, the Pacers' offense once again appeared to be disorganized.

When Antetokounmpo was not yet formed, Oladipo lost himself, and Paul was injured again, the Pacers instantly became a team carried by Paul George alone.

But two fists are always difficult to beat four hands. The Raptors finally won the tiebreaker by virtue of the perseverance of the "garbage brothers" DeRozan and Lowry and the stability of role players such as Valanciunas and Carroll, leading the Raptors to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in history.
Once upon a time, the Indiana Pacers, the dominant player in the Eastern Conference, became a springboard for other teams to make history.

But just after the Eastern Conference semifinals ended, the whole world got news about Henson Joe and the NBA again after July 2015.

But it is a pity that this time, Henson announced his return not because he could not see the decline of the Pacers.The reason why he appeared in people's sight again was because Henson Joe's first child was finally born.On the day of the child's birth, many NBA celebrities were present.

This is the only time Henson has been associated with the NBA in the past year.

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When Byrd drove to the University of Indianapolis Hospital, Henson was beside Anjiali and the baby, crying with joy.

Hospitals in the United States are not like China. When a woman gives birth, men do not have to wait outside the operating room, but accompany them into the hospital.Even the father had to cut the umbilical cord for the baby himself.

So, the first second the baby landed, Henson saw her.

"How is it? Is it a boy or a girl?" Byrd walked to the door of the ward and asked Vivek who had already arrived and was equally nervous.

"It's a girl, they call her Emily, Emily Jo. She is so cute, Bird, it is not an exaggeration to say that she is a little angel." Vivek, who is the grandfather, is naturally very happy, mother and daughter are safe, and the girl is still so cute, this is simply the greatest happiness in the world.

"Congratulations, Vivek. This may be the best news that the whole of Indianapolis has heard this year." Bird also smiled gratifiedly. Emily's birth seemed to bring a glimmer of light to the lifeless Indianapolis.

In fact, the reason why Henson hasn't discussed team work with Bird since July is why he hasn't provided "personal assistance" to the Pacers since then.In addition to being busy with his own business, a large part of the reason is that Henson is taking care of his wife conscientiously.

Just like how An Jiali took care of Henson when he was sick more than two years ago. During the period when he was about to give birth, An Jiali was everything to him, and he didn't have the heart to care about what happened in the NBA.

Even if I occasionally turn on the TV to watch the Pacers game, it's just to relax.

In this way, Emily, a beautiful little angel with black hair and yellow skin, and mixed European, American and Asian blood, came to this world under the watchful eyes of Larry Bird, Vivek Ranadive, Paul George, Chris Paul and other famous basketball players.

This experience sounds a bit like Wesley Matthews.But Henson swears to God, he won't let his precious daughter suffer as hard as Matthews.

"Thank you for coming, and thank you for your prayers." When Henson walked out of the ward, Bird finally saw Henson again almost a year later.

He has changed a lot.

The guy's hair is longer than it used to be, almost falling to his shoulders.He had grown a beard on his face, not just a stubble.The face of this man, who was nearly 37 years old when he got his daughter, was full of traces of time.

"There's no need to thank us, we didn't do anything. I'm really happy for you, Henson. Your daughter will definitely grow up healthy and healthy." Byrd walked up and hugged Henson tightly. This is the friendship of men.

Sometimes even if we haven't seen each other for a long time, the relationship will not fade away.

"She will, she will." Henson's voice was still trembling, obviously because he hadn't calmed down yet.

"By the way." Just when Bird was about to let go of Henson, the Chinese man with a big beard whispered in Bird's ear.

"Huh? If you need help, just say it."

"In a few days, when Anjali and Emily have stabilized, I would like to speak with you alone. At my house, or in your office. I would like to have a formal conversation with you, Byrd."

Hearing what Henson said, Byrd was shocked.

Hard to do.
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two months ago.
Henson was bored watching TV in the bedroom, he didn't dare to turn on the sound, because he was afraid of disturbing An Jiali who was sleeping soundly.

On the TV screen, the Pacers VS San Antonio Spurs game is being played.At this time, the top card of the Spurs has changed from Tim Duncan to Kawhi Leonard who he cultivated.

The game was not too intense, because the Spurs established the initiative early on.Oladipo's struggles with the Pacers made Henson very heartbroken, and Vogel seemed to have some problems with his use.

"Otherwise next season, you go back?"

At this moment, An Jiali suddenly made a sound, which startled Henson.

"Ann, did I disturb you?" Henson immediately leaned over and caressed his wife's face.

An Jiali shook her head gently, "I woke up by myself, I said, otherwise next season, you can go back."

"Go back? Where? The damn coach's bench? No, life is good now."

"Okay Henson, I know you still can't let go of that place. You helped Bird negotiate last summer, and then secretly watched games, watched videos, and took notes every day. Don't think I don't know anything, Henson. I'm the wife of a legendary coach."

Seeing his "crimes" revealed one by one, Henson scratched his head embarrassingly.

"As long as you can take care of your family, work and your body, you can go back. I know exactly what the basketball court means to you. I have no right to take away such an important part of your life, so if you want, Henson. You go back, it's okay."

Yeah, even though Henson thrived in business, even if he doubled the sales of his sports drink brand, he still didn't have the same sense of accomplishment as he did on the basketball court.

For a long time, Henson has been staying away from the court on the grounds of worrying about his health and family.

But shouldn't a truly mature and powerful man have the ability to balance all factors?
An Jiali is right about work, family and health. As long as he can balance the three, why not go back?Besides, after more than two years of cultivation, Henson's heart is much stronger than before.This is not what Henson himself said, but what the monthly medical report said.

Henson turned off the TV with a smile, and lay down next to An Jiali, "I don't care about these now, I just want to take good care of you and the child."

Two months later, when Emily was born safely and An Jiali did not have any accidents.

Henson Joe, the legendary coach who had been silent for two years, finally had the heart to chat with Larry Bird about work.

Henson cannot live without a basketball court, and without Henson, the basketball court lacks too much color.

Now, it's time to make up for everything that is missing!

(End of this chapter)