Rebirth of Hayes Cyclone

Chapter 261 [The end of the holiday, a gathering of heroes]

As the holiday is coming to an end, the reinforcement activities of the league's teams are coming to an end.

The relatively big signings include the Chicago Bulls signing rookie Westbrook, and signing a long-term contract with the team's restricted free agent Luol Deng for 6 years and 7100 million US dollars.Luol Deng is a good role player, but keeping him under such a star contract is a bit too extravagant.

Others such as Louis Williams' contract renewal with the 76ers and Foyer's contract renewal with the Magic are all small deals.

On September 9, as usual, the pre-season training camps for each team began.Bobcats first held a media meeting, and then began to run-in training.Hayes still clearly remembers that at this time two years ago, he was nervous when he participated in the meeting with the Rockets. He had no game experience, and he was afraid that he would be cut by the team if he was not careful.At that time, no reporter interviewed him, and no one was optimistic about him.It's different now, he just made an appearance in the arena and attracted the attention of all the media.Even head coach D'Antoni was sidelined.The player is too famous, and the head coach may become a "puppet". D'Antoni was treated by Cavaliers head coach Mike Brown.

The reporter asked: "Mr. Hayes, what is your personal goal for the new season? Can you win the MVP again?"

"As long as the Bobcats can get the best record in the league, the MVP must be mine." Hayes is not humble at all. His goal is the league MVP. Last season, he has proved that he is the best player in the league.It's the same this season.

Another reporter asked: "So do you think the Bobcats have the best record in the league?"

"It's too early to say this, but we do have the opportunity to hit the best record, as long as the schedule is not particularly unlucky. Of course, the Eagles, Timberwolves, Lakers, Spurs, Mavericks... They all have this opportunity. Especially the Lakers , Their signings were very successful and they will be our strong opponents." Hayes laughed.

The reporter asked: "So this year's Bobcats goal is the championship?"

"My personal goal every year is a championship, because I hate losing and I don't want to lose. But this is the NBA, and it is not easy to win a championship. This year we have a chance to succeed, and I hope my teammates Make this your goal!" Hayes said, clenching his fists.His statement has been very low-key, in fact, he thought that if the Bobcats now this lineup can not win the championship, he has to commit suicide in front of the fans to apologize.

But in the face of the media, you still can't be arrogant.In particular, American journalists want to stir up something if they have nothing to do.As long as he behaves a little bit arrogantly, and the reporter adds fuel to it, the Bobcats may become the public enemy of the alliance.

The reporter asked: "May I ask if you are satisfied with your current teammates?"

"Very satisfied, Bobcats lineup is great now, we have several outstanding veterans, Marcus (Camby) was a member of the All-Defensive First Team last season, his strength needless to say, Chauncey (than Lupus) is also great, we cooperate very tacitly in the national team. This season we also have shooters on the outside, and Mike Miller is one of the best shooters in the league. Every player has good strength, our team The competition within will be fierce, but we will be a very united team. Because we have a common goal." Hayes said.

D'Antoni, who was interviewed not far from him, was also very excited to hear his words.

When a reporter asked: "Will the Bobcats focus on running and bombing next season, or will they focus on positional offense?"

D'Antoni smiled and said, "It's not important. With Chuck here, we can play any offense."

After the meeting, Hayes chatted for a long time with Camby, Billups, Miller and other newly joined players.

Although the three are older than Hayes, they admire Hayes' strength very much. The boss of this team is Hayes, and they have no objections.

"Chuck, I didn't expect that I would talk to you about the transfer during the Olympics, and you would become teammates when I came back. This is really great." Billups laughed.

During the Olympics, Billups chatted with Hayes and complained, saying that the Pistons were planning to trade him, but they didn't know what team he would go to, and he might be far away from the championship in this life.As soon as he heard that the place he was going to was the Bobcats, Billups knew he was in luck and immediately called Hayes.

Being teammates with Hayes is very close to the championship.Now the strength of the Bobcats looks stronger, and it will be very easy to play the game. This is Billups' view.

"I don't have to be swayed by you this season." Camby smiled: "I think this is my best chance to get a championship ring."

Hayes said: "Marcus, with you in the Bobcats, the interior defense is much stronger than last season. This season, I will put more energy into the offense. The rebounds in the backcourt are mainly protected by you."

"Your defensive ability and my blocking ability, there is no problem inside." Camby said confidently: "I don't think there will be any running-in problems with you. Everyone says you are the best team player."

"It's not just me, Chauncey (Billups) is also a very good team player. Although your statistics are not particularly beautiful, but if I evaluate the strength of point guards, you must be in the top five." Hai Yes patted Billups on the shoulder and said.

The three looked at Miller again.Billups said, "Mike. Don't you have an opinion?"

"I don't know what to say. I was very depressed when the Grizzlies said they would trade me, but when they said they were coming to the Bobcats, I was so happy. With you guys here, I think my three-point shooting percentage will be very high next season. That is I don't know how much playing time I can get, the competition for my position is too fierce. Haha." Miller said, looking at Wallace.

Wallace nodded with a smile, he didn't talk much.But everyone knows that this season's starting small forward is still him.His shooting may not be very good, but he does not steal the ball offensively, and he plays very hard. He is a player who can improve the morale of the team.

While the main players were chatting, the rookies were also chatting.

Brook Lopez, Durant, Morrow and others recognized Hayes as their big brother as soon as they came.

Brook Lopez is also a very hardworking player. He is already discussing with Gasol, Bargnani, and Landry how to learn from Hayes on the basket.The insiders are not fools. They know that as long as they can learn Hayes' footwork, their level will definitely be improved and it will be easier to stand out.Even someone like Bargnani, who is good at shooting, hopes to strengthen his low-post skills. One more skill will increase his strength.

This is why players like to find Olajuwon as an assistant coach during the holidays to learn the footsteps of the big dream.Hayes' "Boundless Sea" may not be as good as Big Dream, but it's almost there.

With a lot of strong players coming, the playing time of Azubuike and Weaver will definitely be reduced, but the two younger brothers who followed Hayes from the Rockets don't care.

Azubuike and Weaver have been together for two years, and the relationship is also very good.

"Fan, our playing time will definitely be shortened next season. I heard that Morrow is as accurate as Miller, and he will definitely get playing time. How come the strongmen in the second round are selected by the Bobcats." Azubuike shook his head.

"It's nothing to be depressed about." Weaver said with a smile: "My breakthrough is definitely better than Morrow, and I will have a position. Even if I become the third substitute of the marginal man, I don't care. It is easy to win the championship with Chuck. O'Neal only has 4 Rings, I think as long as we are always on the same team as Chuck, sooner or later we will be able to wear rings all over our hands."

"I think so, too," Azubuike said.He is more confident, because in addition to being able to shoot offensively, he is also very strong defensively. He firmly believes that he can get a lot of playing time.

George Hill and Anthony Morrow took the initiative to talk to Hayes when they had the opportunity.Now Hayes is living the life of an emperor in the team, and someone rushes to drink water if he wants to drink it.There are people rushing to carry the errands of the bag.People on the fringe are all interested in currying favor with Hayes, as long as Hayes speaks, entering the rotation will not be far away.

This season, Hayes was appointed captain of the team by the coaching staff.

In the team's first practice session, D'Antoni asked Hayes to speak as team leader.

Hayes smiled and said: "For this season, I have said everything I wanted to say when I was interviewed by the media. We have only one goal. That is the championship! Because the number of players in the regular season can only be 12, So there are three of us who can't enter the rotation every game. I hope that the players on the fringes of the team will not feel depressed, because we train together, and your level will also improve. As long as you play well, you will have a chance to enter the rotation. Lineup. We are a whole, and we must twist together to exert our greatest strength. I firmly believe that after the end of this season, everyone will have a championship ring, and then next season, next season, we will also aim for the championship. And I think we have a good chance of doing that, let's do it together!"

D'Antoni picked up the conversation. "The goal that Chuck said is also my goal. I am very satisfied with each of you, you are the best. Several newcomers who just joined the Bobcats, I think you have heard that Chuck is the team One of the hardest trainers, his hard work has made him what he is now. I hope everyone can work harder and practice shooting. In run and bomb tactics, besides athletic ability, the most important thing is shooting. If we can attack Strong enough to make the opponent unstoppable, you can win easily. Positional offense is also essential. This season, we will focus on the triangle offense. Inside players can study footwork with Chuck, and his footwork is the best in the league. It must be the best. Perimeter players should often go one-on-one to increase their own offensive methods. The triangle offensive system can get a lot of singles opportunities, and it is very important to practice one-on-one.”

D'Antoni also said: "This season, in order to better distribute physical strength, avoid injuries, and play well in the regular season, we are going to implement a rotation system, so everyone will have a chance to play, and don't worry about sitting on the bench for a season. We can form three sets Lineup, run and bomb, Eagles offense, triangle offense. You play differently against different teams.”

Hearing what D'Antoni said, the fringe players were very happy. What they fear most is that they will not have the opportunity to play. If they sit on the bench all the time and cannot accumulate game experience, their future development will be very unfavorable.

"As for how to play the specific tactics, everyone will understand after a few days of practice. I will be responsible for running and bombing and triangle offense. Coach Jeff Van Gundy will be in charge of defense. Now let's have the first group confrontation." D'Antoni watched Looking at Van Gundy, he smiled and said, "Still the old rules?"

"You choose first."

(End of this chapter)