Xu Yong and Kobe talked for a long time, and they were still talking even after Olajuwon left.

"I think this footwork is not just for low-post offense. If it is combined with a breakthrough, it can also have a very good effect." Kobe has begun to broaden his thinking.

"That's right. After breaking through, use a drop step or a jump step to land. At that time, the effect of turning will be even more difficult to defend against." Xu Yong also nodded in agreement.

One is the current No. 1 player in the NBA, and the other is this year's No. 2 pick. The two of them are now like academic elites exchanging their class experiences, and the situation is out of control.

And this is not just talk, the two of them soon went on stage and started practicing.

They didn't stop until the staff came over to remind them.

Olajuwon rented this stadium for teaching, and there is an additional charge at designated times.

The two men got up and left the arena, and Kobe finally exchanged phone numbers with him.

"See you in the new season." Kobe said this before leaving.

Inexplicably, they had a sense of déjà vu as if fellow disciples had agreed to compete in a duel a few months later.

…

After leaving Houston, Xu Yong did not return to Chicago, but went to Tempe again.

The United Center is open to visitors during the offseason, so it is inconvenient for him to train there.

On the contrary, it would be much more convenient to go back to my alma mater for training.

This is actually the choice many NBA players make in the summer.

Moreover, he had been running around a lot and had not yet returned the small training house he rented in Tempe.

However, since he has graduated, he can no longer live on campus and can only rent a house temporarily.

When he arrived in Tempe, he called Harden first.

Unexpectedly, Harden, DeRozan and Ayers are all in Tempe at this time.

And they arrived only two days earlier than him.

"We have rented a four-bedroom, one-living-room house and are waiting for you to come."

Harden’s words warmed Xu Yong’s heart. There is no one better than a friend.

But it would be great to be able to train with them.

He arrived at the place Harden gave him and found a group of people busy moving things.

It was a mattress that looked somewhat familiar.

"Xu, come and give me a hand." Harden waved and greeted Xu Yong after seeing him.

So, the four millionaires carried a mattress upstairs.

"Isn't there a mattress here?" After moving up, Xu Yong couldn't help asking when he saw one in the room.

"I can't get used to the mattress here. The new students haven't arrived yet, so I went to get the one from the dormitory." Harden explained with a smile.

Xu Yong felt ashamed after hearing this.

Wow, you really adapt to local conditions.

But they helped their alma mater win the first championship in its history. Not to mention a mattress, they wouldn't refuse even if you wanted to move the entire dormitory over.

"Do you want to move yours over?" Harden asked.

Xu Yong shook his head. He was not as delicate as Harden.

The next day, the four millionaires were moving mattresses again...

Xu Yong finally understood why Harden wanted to move. The original mattress in the rental house was too soft. This was a good thing for ordinary people, but for people of their body shape, it felt like sleeping on a sponge, and their waists couldn't bear it when they woke up in the morning.

Time passed little by little during their training.

Xu Yong's back-to-the-basket move finally looked good.

Of course, DeRozan also joined in the training.

Last time, Xu Yong took advantage of his back for free, this time it was his turn to take advantage of Xu Yong for free.

DeRozan also proved himself to be a high-quality rough diamond. After understanding the use of the pivot foot, he no longer stuck to clumsy imitations and made rapid progress.

It was during their training that Sandek returned to Tempe.

After a summer of hard work, he successfully brought back Jimmy Butler.

Looking at the young and inexperienced players, he, who had just come up with the idea on impulse, suddenly realized a problem.

In history, Butler also went to the Chicago Bulls, so this new junior of his is likely to be his teammate in the future?!

No, not necessarily.

The impact of the butterfly effect is continuous. Butler will have to serve a year in prison, so it is hard to say how the future will develop.

But let’s not talk about the future, just talk about now, Butler came at the right time.

Because Cooksicks didn't come, they were missing a defensive tool.

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After bringing Butler back, Sandek chatted with Xu Yongduo for a few more words.

He plans to go to China to observe players.

Xu Yong's success made their school start to pay attention to Chinese players.

Just like looking for the next Jordan, they also hope to find the next Xu Yong if there is a chance.

Xu Yong was naturally very happy to hear this.

Because compared to one-sided expectations, the effect of this two-way effort will naturally be better.

He was also looking forward to Sandek's investigation results. There were actually quite a few good talents in the country at this stage. If he could really bring one here, it would be like paving the way for the idea he had discussed with Yao Ming before.

It was also at this time that Yao Ming called him.

He still decided to return to China to play in the Asian Championships.

"I was trained by the country. When the country needs me, I must step up."

What Yao Ming said is very realistic, not only because of his sense of honor, but more importantly, he is a player who came out of the system.

Just like he said, he was trained by the country, and the national men's basketball team represents this country's basketball.

"But I think what you said is very right. I will communicate with the people above. They always need us to play well in the World Cup and the Olympics."

Yao Ming then said something very meaningful.

Xu Yong could tell that although Yao Ming did not listen to his advice, he still agreed with his idea.

In other words, he agreed with this idea that originally belonged to his future.

When Xu Yong heard this, he immediately introduced Sandek to him.

With Yao Ming's help, Sandek's investigation should be much smoother.

…

Time flies and it is already late August.

Yao Ming returned to the United States after helping the men's basketball team win the Asian Championship.

Sandek came with Yao Ming, and they also brought another person with them.

A tall, lanky guy with a huge armspan.

Zhou Qi, 16, still has many acne on his face.

Zhou Qi is definitely not able to play in the NCAA now due to his age or physical condition, but in China, basically everyone over this age will join the system.

So Yao Ming helped a lot in his visit to the United States this time, and he was planning to follow Xu Yong's old path, playing in high school first and then striving to enter the NCAA.

However, unlike Xu Yong, Yao's team had already signed Zhou Qi in advance and provided him with the cost of playing in the United States, which was equivalent to an investment.

This is somewhat different from what Xu Yong had thought before, but this compromise is more realistic.

It was at this time that Xu Yong and his team were preparing to leave Tempe.

Generally speaking, each team's training camp will start in mid-September.

Naturally, these newcomers have to arrive earlier.

That morning, they packed their bags and prepared to go their separate ways.

Before parting, Xu Yong opened his backpack and took out the gifts he had prepared for others.

What Harden got was a red bracelet with a copper coin.

This was bought in advance by Xu Yong in Chinatown in Chicago before he went there.

"James, this is used for making wishes in our country. I hope it can bring you luck." Xu Yong said after handing the bracelet to Harden.

Harden's eyes widened, he took the bracelet, observed it for a while, and couldn't wait to put it on. After putting it on and shaking it, a smile appeared on his face, then he reached out and gave Xu Yong a tight hug.

This gift is related to his nickname, Xu Yong really put his heart into it.

DeRozan also looked at the gift Xu Yong gave him. It was a baby bobblehead doll. It looked very funny, the kind that made people want to laugh.

"DeMar, I hope you can be happy every day." After hugging Harden, Xu Yong took the initiative to reach out to DeRozan and gave him a hug.

DeRozan didn't say anything, but just hugged Xu Yong tightly.

Xu Yong always makes him feel warm from time to time.

What Ayers received was a framed photo of them taking a group photo when they won the championship.

"Jeff, no matter what happens in the future, I hope you can remember this moment. We once did something amazing." Xu Yong finally looked at Ayers and said.

Among the four of them, Ayers has the lowest presence.

Even before his rebirth, Xu Yong's understanding of Ayers was limited to the scene in which he cried due to his poor performance in the later stage of his career and was helped off the court by Duncan.gif.

With Ayers' talent, he is destined to be just a role player in the NBA, and perhaps such a scenario is inevitable.

But at least what is different from history is that they have climbed to the highest point in the NCAA and enjoyed the highest scenery.

"Thank you, Xu." Ayers also hugged Xu Yong tightly.

This is a very meaningful gift for him.

"Good trip, guys."

"The same to you."

After giving each other their gifts, they waved goodbye and finally embarked on their respective journeys.