The older superstars of the NBA

Although the eighth game failed to win, it did not affect the enthusiasm of the Timberwolves fans too much.They are still very optimistic about the team's prospects, and ticket sales are still booming.

However, on the second day after the game, the Timberwolves officially issued a notice telling the outside world that Zhao Feiyang would temporarily truce due to a sprained ankle.

As soon as this news came out, the outside world immediately boiled up, especially the fans in Minneapolis, who were extremely concerned about Zhao Feiyang's injury.

A group of excited fans ran to the official website to leave a message asking about Zhao Feiyang's specific situation, until the team's new general manager Sam Mitchell stood up for an interview and said that Zhao Feiyang's injury was not serious, which made the Timberwolves The fans are temporarily relieved.

"Hope he gets better soon!"

"He is 30 years old, not too old, but not too young, I don't want his career to be affected by this..."

"Zhao is the leader of the team. Once he enters the recovery state, who will lead the team?"

training day.

The players practiced routinely and played matchups under the leadership of head coach Norman Thomas.At the end of the confrontation drill, everyone sat together to rest, and the head coach Norman Thomas also took the opportunity to call the players together.

"Guys, now that Zhao is recuperating at home, we need someone to stand up as a temporary leader to lead the team in this period of time... He must be able to mobilize everyone's emotions, and must be able to inspire more talents. ..."

"This is not such a comfortable thing, but a difficult task...."

As soon as Norman Thomas spoke, Dwight Howard, who was standing in the crowd, became excited first.

He wanted to be the leader of the team when he first came here, even though Zhao Feiyang was always in command of the team on weekdays, he never forgot to compete with Zhao Feiyang for the leadership position.

Fortunately, Zhao Feiyang never argues with him. Once Dwight Howard speaks out, Zhao Feiyang will give him face and keep silent. Unless it is something particularly important, Zhao Feiyang will definitely not intervene easily.

This move also made Dwight Howard feel enough respect, so even if this matter is still somewhat controversial, Dwight Howard can turn a blind eye to it.

Now that Zhao Feiyang is recovering from his injury, the position of team leader will naturally fall to him!In Dwight Howard's view, this is beyond doubt.

Unexpectedly, the head coach Norman Thomas had a different idea.

"I have observed you for a long time. So far, I think there is one person who can temporarily replace Zhao to lead the team... This person is Zach LaVine...He is very young, but his talent He is very talented, and he is doing a good job in organizing the team's offense so far..."

Norman Thomas' praise made Zach LaVine in the team a little embarrassed.

But before he finished speaking, he was interrupted by Dwight Howard, "I'm sorry, Coach Norman...I must remind you that there is only one All-Star player on the team, so That's me... When I came to the Timberwolves, the front office promised me to give me the star position..."

"If you don't understand, I hope you can talk to Mr. Sam Mitchell..."

Dwight Howard seemed to remind a few words in good faith, and chuckled a few times, still looking like a "happy big boy".

But in fact, after he said these words, the atmosphere of the team changed suddenly.

Not only Zach LaVine was stunned for a while, but even the head coach Norman Thomas didn't know what to say.

After hesitating for a moment, Norman Thomas seemed to think of something, and he said to everyone again unhurriedly, "Okay! If this is the case, then Dwight...during the time Zhao left , you will lead the whole team as the leader of the team!"

Hearing what head coach Norman Thomas said, a happy smile finally appeared on Dwight Howard's nervous face.

This is the first time he has been admitted.

"Okay, Coach Norman, I promise that I will lead the team to continue to win... I will make all the teams in the league fear us..."

The matter was temporarily settled because of Dwight Howard's interruption, and Zach LaVine did not refute it aloud, he just silently chose to accept the reality.

Anyway, it is only a temporary leadership position, and everyone knows that once Zhao Feiyang returns, the team still has to listen to him.

Game day is coming again soon.

This time the Minnesota Timberwolves are going to an away game, and their opponent is the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are currently ranked first in the Eastern Conference.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have changed a lot now. After going through the finals last season, the current Cavaliers have the championship temperament under the leadership of LeBron James. The internal configuration and lineup of the team can also It's luxurious.

There are not only superstars like the Big Three, but also a group of excellent role players such as Jr. Smith and Tristan Thompson.

What's interesting is that Maurice Williams, who played for the Timberwolves, also returned to the Cleveland Cavaliers this time.

Quicken Loans Center Arena.

This is the home of the Cavaliers.

In the evening, fans poured into the arena.

After the Cleveland Cavaliers won consecutive victories, Cavaliers fans can't wait to hope that the Cavaliers can make the playoffs in one go. For them, the championship is their only goal.

Although the Minnesota Timberwolves are not the biggest threat to the Cleveland Cavaliers, as a strong team that can beat the Golden State Warriors, the Minnesota Timberwolves are undoubtedly the target that the Cleveland Cavaliers need to beware of.

Therefore, Cleveland fans very much hope that the team can win this battle.

call out.

The referee's whistle sounded, and the two sides started on the court.

The Cavaliers are naturally dominated by the Big Three, while the Timberwolves let Kevin Martin take Zhao Feiyang's place as the starting two.

The referee stands on the court and throws the ball.

Snapped.

The moment the basketball was thrown, Dwight Howard still did not disappoint the Timberwolves, and slapped the fan into the hands of his teammates.

The Timberwolves took the lead in attacking, and his teammates handed the ball to Zach LaVine, who led the ball towards the half court.

The ball passed halfway, and Zach LaVine was just about to organize an attack when Dwight Howard, who was standing outside the penalty area, waved for the ball.

"Zach, throw the ball over here."

Dwight Howard's tone was unquestionable, and Zach LaVine thought for a while before throwing the ball into Dwight Howard's hands.

Snapped.

Dwight Howard, who got the ball, reacted quickly. He hit Kevin Love continuously under the basket. The two met each other. When Wen Love was about to make up the defense, he jumped up and dunked the ball into the basket.

boom.

The ball is in.

The scene exclaimed.

Dwight Howard proudly raised his arms to brighten his muscles at his teammates.