At the end of the training game, Lin Hao scored 35 points, a full 10 points more than Kobe, the second highest scorer on the team.

"Snapped!"

Lin Hao casually tossed the basketball to George and said calmly, "You lose. Next time you compete with me, remember to consider your own weight first!"

The sound of the basketball hitting the floor was like a heavy hammer, shattering the last glimmer of hope in George's heart.

He stood there like a fool, a blank expression on his face.

In this game, he scored zero points and could be said to have no ability to fight back.

……

General Manager's Office.

"Mitch, next season, you have to keep Lin Hao here no matter what. Give him a big contract! A big contract!"

Phil Jackson waved his hands and roared excitedly.

"Phil, as a coach, you have no right to interfere in player signings. You've been a head coach for so many years, don't you know this rule?"

Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak frowned and said unhappily.

He actually has high hopes for Lin Hao, otherwise he would not have brought him to the Lakers in the first place.

However, it is intolerable that you, as a coach, interfere with the signing of players.

"I know, I know all this!"

Phil Jackson said excitedly: "But Lin Hao is too good, he plays fierce defense, shoots three-pointers accurately, and doesn't occupy the ball.

Moreover, I also see the shadow of Richard Hamilton in that kid. He has now developed the technique of moving without the ball.

This is the perfect Shaq and Kobe partnership!"

Kupchak poured a cup of coffee for the Zen Master and said, "Phil, calm down first. Lin Hao is really an excellent kid.

But you know, we have Shaq and Kobe re-signing at the end of the season, and that’s the priority for the team.”

……

"Bang bang bang!"

Just after seeing the Zen master off, there was another knock on the office door.

"Kobe?"

Kupchak showed a surprised look on his face. "What do you want to see me about?"

This great god rarely comes to visit.

"Mitch, next season, you have to keep Lin Hao here no matter what. You have to give him a long-term contract!"

Kobe said with a smile.

The reason why he is so optimistic about Lin Hao is because he sees the shadow of Scott Pippen in Lin Hao.

Kobe firmly believed that with Lin Hao's assistance, he could create a second Lakers dynasty even without that hateful shark.

This year's finals are almost a sure thing.

As long as he wins three consecutive championships again, he will have 7 championship rings and Jordan will be left far behind.

"He's smiling. The usually cold Peter Pan is actually smiling!"

Kupchak was stunned.

When did Kobe ever have such a friendly expression on his face?

"Did you hear me, Mitch?"

Kobe still kept smiling.

"Kobe, listen to me!"

Kupchak came to his senses and said seriously, "No matter how special your status is, you are just a player. It is not your place to interfere in player contract renewals!"

Upon hearing this, Kobe's amiable expression immediately turned into anger. "If I don't see Lin Hao next season, then trade me too!"

After saying this, he slammed the door and went home angrily.

"What the hell is going on? I'm so frustrated being the general manager!"

Kupchak rubbed his forehead and sighed.

……

Lin Hao, who was completely unaware of what was happening in the general manager's office, was now challenging O'Neal to a one-on-one challenge.

Yes, you are not mistaken.

When Lin Hao sees the top stars now, his eyes light up like a hungry wolf seeing fat meat.

As soon as the training game ended, Kobe disappeared.

All he can do now is turn to Shaq.

"I don't want to play anymore, it's boring!"

Shaq waved his hand impatiently.

It turned out that Lin Hao, who had performed so well in the finals, was beaten badly by him in the one-on-one duel.

O'Neal's bench press data is 150KG, while Lin Hao's is only 84.

There is such a huge disparity in power between the two.

As soon as O'Neal entered the inside, he turned around and slammed it down.

Not only is he not as strong as O'Neal, Lin Hao's dribbling ability is also not as good as his.

You know, the Big Shark is really good at dribbling.

During the 1996 All-Star Weekend, young O'Neal played a one-on-one game with Michael Jordan.

In the end, he used Jordan's best fake move to shake off the flying man and made an easy shot.

What's the point of playing a one-sided game?

"Hey, Kobe's not here, Payton doesn't dare to compete with me, and I can't beat Shaq. Why is it so difficult to get attribute points?"

Lin Hao sighed in his heart.

Turning around, he found that O'Neal was even more depressed than him, with his head drooping and his eyes dull.

"Shaq, why are you so depressed? Tell me what's going on and cheer me up!"

Lin Hao came forward and accidentally said what was in his heart.

O'Neal looked at the court dejectedly, "This may be my last season with the Lakers!"

"Only one of us, Kobe and I, can stay. In all likelihood, I'll be the one to leave."

Upon hearing this, Lin Hao suddenly felt a little sad.

As a time traveler, he naturally knew that after the end of this season, the once invincible Lakers dynasty would collapse.

Because Kobe and O'Neal were at odds, the management eventually chose the younger Kobe as the leader of the Lakers and traded Shaquille O'Neal to the Heat.

But what he didn't expect was that the seemingly rough O'Neal actually realized it in advance.

"I really can't bear to leave this place!" Shaq sat down on the floor with a sad expression.

Lin Hao didn't say anything, but sat down with him.

"Play well, kid. I hope you can win a few more championships for Los Angeles in the future!"

Shaq suddenly regained his usual liveliness, patted Lin Hao on the shoulder and grinned.

……

Finally, the much-anticipated Game 7 began.

This time it's the Lakers' home court.

Outside the brightly lit stadium, the crowd surged like a tide, and everyone's face was filled with excitement and nervousness.

Inside the stadium, deafening cheers echoed one after another, as if they were going to overturn the huge building.

The lights suddenly dimmed, and the audience's heartbeats quickened.

The first to appear was Kobe Bryant.

As soon as his figure came into people's sight, cheers swept over like surging waves.

Although Kobe's reputation was damaged by the Eagle County incident, his outstanding performance in the last game once again won the hearts of fans.

Immediately afterwards, Payton and Medvedenko walked out one after another.

They were both greeted with cheers as well, but the volume was much weaker.

When Lin Hao appeared on the stage, the cheers instantly increased several times.

The Lakers fans shouted Lin Hao's name at the top of their lungs, using all their strength.

Lin Hao's playing style is not as cool as Kobe's, nor as domineering as Shaq's.

But his tough defense, accurate three-pointers, and unique skin color have earned him a lot of fans in Los Angeles!

When O'Neal came on the court, the thunderous cheers were deafening, as if they were about to break through the dome.

The audience stood up, raised their hands high, and waved towels and banners wildly.

This is the boss of our Lakers, the most dominant center in history - Shaquille O'Neal!

As long as he is in Los Angeles, he will always be the king here!

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