Chapter 1339: Using Chinese to Control Chinese

"Mr. Philip, I grew up in China. I know the Chinese people very well. I have analyzed the Hammer's character. If the league changes the rules and restricts defense, then I am sure that he should retire." He said.

When Philip Knight heard this, his face darkened, he nodded, and motioned for Locklin to continue.

Locklin continued: "But we can try to provoke the general."

"How to provoke generals?" Philip Knight pondered for a moment, and with an encouraging look, he motioned for Locklin to continue.

Encouraged and feeling recognized, Locklin was very excited and said quickly: "The Hammer is called the god of the new generation of basketball. If he chooses to retire because of the rule changes, then we can promote public opinion and attack him for being unable to adapt to the new era. In this era, he is not qualified to be called the God of Basketball. I don’t think he can ignore it.”

Philip Knight's eyes lit up. Yes, this is indeed a good idea, but we can't wait. We must push public opinion now to force the Hammer to stay.

He glanced at Locklin, who was waiting for his praise like a puppy.

"It seems we can use China to control China."

He decided to listen to Locklin's opinion more in future matters related to the hammer.

"Locke, you are good. Keep working hard and you will succeed." He encouraged.

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. President." A light bone made Locklin's eyes red with excitement.

On May 4th, the first round ended, and the league announced a series of personal honors. Li Ba won the 2012-2013 regular season MVP.

On May 5th, the second round begins.

Eastern Conference: Heat vs. Nets, Celtics vs. Pacers.

West: Lakers vs. Suns, Spurs vs. Thunder.

At noon, the Suns arrived in Los Angeles.

Arab League invited Li Ba to dinner at noon, and the two talked about some recent events in the league.

"Brother Hammer, I think someone is targeting you, you have to be careful." Ah Lian said.

"It's okay. This is not our place. It's expected. It's been this way for so many years. It's no big deal."

Li Ba smiled.

He suddenly sneered: "The wood is beautiful in the forest, but the wind destroys it. I have the name of the God of Basketball on my head. I am still Chinese, so I am the tree. There should not be too few people who want to knock me down." ”

He knew very well that the current situation was not at its most critical moment.

The senbei restaurant and wine business have gathered a large group of superstars for him. These are his connections and interests. Among the players who stood up to threaten the league to change the rules this time, there are no such people. Because he failed, these people's interests are There will also be great losses.

For example, James and Kobe, who are highly praised by Nike, did not stand up this time. Why? It’s just personal relationships + interests.

As long as these superstars don't stand up to force the league, the pressure on the league management will be much less, and only the pressure on the teams under the basket will be enough.

Of course, if in the end the management cannot withstand the pressure from the team, then things may develop in the worst direction.

Ah Lian was very emotional. Usually he only saw Brother Hammer being so majestic and domineering in the league, but in fact, the pressure he received was a hundred times greater than him.

That night, the Celtics and Pacers in the East started the battle with the Spurs and Thunder in the West.

In the end, the Spurs defeated the Thunder in the G1 game, while the Celtics lost to the Pacers.

Li Ba was watching the game between the Spurs and the Thunder. He paid attention to Leonard's situation, which was what Gao Yuanyuan asked him to do.

His main role is on the defensive end, assuming Bowen's previous role, defending the opponent's top players, using a personal plaster-style method, that is, death coil.

But his skills were still lacking, so he was beaten by Durant in this G1 game. If the Spurs hadn't been strong inside, it's hard to say who would win.

If Durant has James's impact, breaking through Leonard and hitting the inside, no matter how strong the Spurs' inside line is, it may not be enough.

On the 6th, the Suns' second round begins.

After arriving at Staples Arena, the Suns accepted interviews with the media in the visiting team's locker room.

After answering a few questions, when Li Ba was about to end the interview, a white reporter asked: "Hammer, you said that if the league introduces rules restricting defense, then you may retire, right?"

"Yes, I said that." Li Ba nodded.

The reporter asked again: "Does this mean that you are afraid of small ball play and you are escaping? Your strength cannot be called the God of Basketball at all? Jordan never evaded back then, he would face difficulties. , You can’t do it, you can’t compare to Jordan.”

The locker room quickly became quiet, and everyone looked at Li Ba to see how he would answer.

Li Ba took a look at the reporter, who looked at him with unpredictable eyes and a half-smile, with a hint of provocation in his eyes.

He knew very well that this reporter had ulterior motives for asking questions. Don't try to deceive him with this little thought.

"Whether I can be called the God of Basketball is not decided by you, nor by the media, nor by the people behind you, but by hundreds of millions of fans around the world. My game is decided by The ratings have the final say, my jersey sales have the final say.”

Li Ba's first sentence was very strong. He not only emphasized his own advantages, elevated the fans, but also belittled the reporter and the people behind him. At the same time, he also pointed out that there was someone behind the reporter who was instigating that reporter. The reporter became a little confused.

Li Ba stared at the reporter and sneered: "From what you said, you want me to stay, right?"

But he did not wait for the reporter's response, and said to himself: "I retired for two seasons. The league's ratings speak for themselves. If I leave, everyone will suffer huge losses. Then what is standing behind you?" Who, he has a loss too? Can you tell me who he is?"

The reporter's expression really changed. He didn't expect Li Ba to be so insightful and to point it out directly at the same time, which put him in an instant dilemma.

"Let me guess, it's easy."

Staring at the reporter, Li Ba sneered: "The first one is the alliance, but this is impossible. The official will not use a reporter like you to provoke me in such a clumsy way. Oh, use provocation against me, this It’s a tactic that our ancestors used badly, and it doesn’t work for me.”

When the reporter heard this, he was already panicking. He quickly interrupted Li Ba and said hurriedly: "Sorry, Iron Hammer, we are not here to guess the mystery. Please answer me, are you running away?"

"Ah!"

Li Ba sneered indifferently and said: "Don't you dare let me guess? Then I will continue to guess."

How could he let a reporter who was nothing get the initiative? When the reporter's expression changed again, he added: "The second team that will suffer the most when I retire is the Suns, so it's even more impossible to pass you."