Chapter 228 Countdown to the Boxing Match
After the transaction was confirmed, Chi Liang was still in Houston. Under the guidance of Olajuwon, his low-level skills continued to improve.
In fact, although Olajuwon's official height is 213 cm, in comparison, the two are similar in height and are on the same level.
In other words, Olajuwon's official height has a certain amount of moisture, but it is actually not that high.
In addition to their similar heights, the two have similar physical qualities. Here we are talking about the peak Olajuwon.
No one has the advantage of strength, Chi Liang has a slight advantage in speed, but the peak Olajuwon's bounce is even more amazing.
In general, the characteristics of the two are very similar, and it is no wonder that Chi Liang has made such great progress under the guidance of Olajuwon.
Of course, in one month, Chi Liang could only learn Olajuwon's low-level skills at most. If he wanted to reach Olajuwon's level, he had to accumulate enough.
During this period, Nets general manager Ed Stefanski came here to express his importance to Chi Liang.
It has to be said that in order to get Chi Liang and rebuild the team around him, the Nets have made great efforts. Marbury and Van Horn two All-Star stars were directly abandoned, which also shows the Nets' determination.
Although he became one of the best rookies in history, Chi Liang passed his rookie period and his ability to lead the team has not been proven yet.
In addition, no one can guarantee whether Chi Liang will become a model for rookies to become the peak, so naturally there are certain risks.
"Oh, I contacted Coach Harris a few days ago. Even though I mentioned you, he still rejected me on the grounds of his health and had no idea of coming out for the time being!"
When talking about Daudel Harris, Stefansky sighed lightly. The Nets are in a mess now. If they can hire coach Harris in the Silver Fox, it will definitely be a big plus to the Nets.
Unfortunately, Harris is 62 years old and his health is no longer as good as before. In addition, Jackson squeezed out of the head coach position, which made him feel disheartened, so he had the idea of retirement.
"That's a pity!"
Chi Liang did not make a falsification, in fact, he respected the coach very much.
Coach Harris has many advantages. He has a strong career aspiration, strict training, advanced basketball philosophy, delicate technical training, rich on-site command experience. He is also one of the best defense coaches in the NBA. He has both the style of an elder and passionate, and is deeply loved by players.
In the 1990s, it was Coach Harris who helped the Lakers get out of the trough and led the team to win more than 50 games in three consecutive seasons. It was also him who trained O'Neal and Kobe Bryant's ok combination. When it was about to come out, Jackson picked peaches.
"We also looked at Doug Rivers. He is indeed very good. Although he doesn't have much coaching experience, his performance still touched us. By the way, the Magic are also in contact with him, but I believe our Nets are more attractive!"
As Stefansky said, although the Magic are in the reconstruction period like the Nets, the Magic are more dominant in terms of attractiveness.
Nowadays, Marbury is the only one who has the tabletops, and the rest cannot be the tabletops.
As for the Nets, in addition to Chi Liang, there are also Jason Williams, Armstrong, Billups, Kendall Gill, etc. Even though they are not All-Star players, they are not far from the All-Star level.
"I heard that you will participate in a boxing match with Karl Malone in a few days. How about it? Are you sure?"
Stefansky suddenly remembered something, and his expression became a little nervous. To be honest, he was not optimistic about Chi Liang, and he was even more afraid that Chi Liang would be injured, which would be detrimental to the team.
Even though Chi Liang defeated Rashid Wallace in an almost lossless manner, more people were optimistic about Malone.
There is no way, Karl Malone is too strong, especially the pair of Kirin arms, no one can compete with them.
"Don't worry, I'm sure!"
Chi Liang is also looking forward to this amateur boxing match, and his heart is full of the idea of beating Ma Long.
"Okay, I can only wish you a victory! I won't disturb your training. If there is anything, remember to call my private phone. As long as it is within your ability, the team will definitely do it for you!"
Stefansky and Chi Liang had a great conversation. Before leaving, they left a private phone call. He looked forward to Chi Liang leading the team to shine, so that he could also firmly take the position of general manager.
Chi Liang did not stay in Houston for too long. In fact, Olajuwon didn’t have much to teach, and the rest could only be improved by training and competitions.
After leaving Houston, Chi Liang secretly returned to Denver City, wearing a mask and a hat along the way, for fear of being discovered by Nuggets fans.
In this month, Chi Liang entrusted Nana to Mr. Smith and Lori to take care of her.
However, no one expected that so many things had happened this month, Chi Liang was no longer a Nuggets player, and I don’t know what Mr. Smith, as a Nuggets fan, would feel.
Dongdong ~
After knocking on the door, Chi Liang began to wait.
This time, Lori opened the door again and was shrouded in huge shadows.
"So it's Uncle Chi Liang, come in quickly!"
Lori tried to lift her head, looked up at Chi Liang, and then made a gesture of asking for help.
"Why have you become an uncle again? I always feel like I'm much older!"
Chi Liang was a little speechless. He was deeply puzzled by this girl with a perfect plane below her neck and her instep facing upwards. When she first met, she called him uncle, but now she has become an uncle. He is only 20 years old!
After entering the room, he saw Mr. Smith get up from the sofa and look at him with a rather complicated look.
"Last season, we reached the Western Conference Finals and I thought we were going to rise because we had the Denver Light!"
Mr. Smith paused, then showed an angry expression and continued: "Damn Clooney, he was the one who ruined all this. If it weren't for his public discrimination against you, you wouldn't have been traded!"
After finishing speaking in one breath, Mr. Smith took a deep breath and felt much better.
"Sorry, Mr. Smith!"
"Mr. Chi Liang, it's not your fault. You don't need to be nervous. Except for a few radical fans, I and other fans are all on your side!"
After saying that, Mr. Smith stood up and wanted to make coffee for Chi Liang.
"Mr. Smith, don't be so polite. I believe you know the intention of my visit this time. In addition to picking up Nana, you also want to say goodbye to you!"
Chi Liang was a little sad. He lived here for more than half a year. Mr. Smith and Lori took good care of him, so he was naturally reluctant to leave.
But he is a Nets player now and it is very clear that it is time to say goodbye.
Neither Mr. Smith nor Lori spoke, causing the room to fall into silence.
Meow~
Just at this moment, a little cat jumped out of a room. After screaming in a slight voice, he immediately ran to Chi Liang impatiently.
Compared to a month ago, Nana is a little bigger, especially her belly is round and her hair is soft and shiny, so she is obviously well taken care of.
At this time, Mr. Smith finally said: "At the time of parting, I can only hope that you will succeed at the Nets!"
"Thank you for your blessings! Mr. Smith, Lori, if you have time in the future, you can come to New York to find me at any time!"
After leaving the gate, Chi Liang said goodbye and took Nana back to the apartment.
Chapter completed!