Rebirth of Hayes Cyclone

Chapter 93 [All-Star Weekend]

The NBA All-Star Game began in 1951 and is held every year.The game is played by 24 professional basketball players elected by the audience and coaches, 12 from the east and [-] from the west.

After evolution, the contemporary All-Star Game has developed into the "All-Star Weekend", which lasts for 3 days, including the "All-Star Gala", "Rookie All-Star Challenge", "Slam Dunk Contest", "Three-Point Long Shot Contest". ", "Basketball Skills Challenge" and "All-Star Game".

This year is also a relatively special All-Star, because the venue is Las Vegas.

Las Vegas, an incredible artificial city, is a land between heaven and hell.This is the first time in league history that an All-Star game will be held at a non-NBA team location. "Casino" Las Vegas is facing a huge gamble.

As we all know, for decades, league president David Stern has been committed to keeping the NBA away from pornography, violence and crime.Later, Stern changed his mind.

People all over the world were surprised and looking forward to it.People want to see what the All-Star Game will look like in a non-NBA city.In fact, this is also a step for the NBA to go global.This indicates that no matter whether it is an NBA city or not, as long as it intends to host the All-Star Game, the city can apply to the NBA.

After successfully hosting the All-Star Game last year, the Rockets once again became the most eye-catching team because they have multiple All-Star selections.

Chuck Hayes became the busiest person in the All-Star Weekend.

He entered the NBA without being drafted, but he was considered a rookie in the second season, so he was selected to the sophomore team of the Rookie Challenge, together with his teammate David Lee.The other players on the team are Bogut (Bucks), Bynum (Lakers), Monta Ellis (Warriors), Felton (Bobcats), Danny Granger (Pacers), Chris- Paul (Hornets), Deron Williams (Jazz).

The strength of the second-year rookie team was terrifying. According to the historical development that Hayes knew, except for Bynum who was plagued by injuries and whose level was average, everyone else became stars.Luther Hyde, who should have been selected, was named by Hayes.

The lineup of the first-year team is much inferior in comparison.Bargnani (Raptors); Farmar (Lakers); Foye (Timberwolves); Garbajosa (Raptors); Rudy Gay (Grizzlies); Morrison (Bobcats); Brandon - Roy (Blazers); and Rockets' Corunna Azubuike (NBA first year), Paul Millsap.During the Rockets' 12-game winning streak, both of them showed a good competitive state and were selected together.

This week's "highlight" - the All-Star Game!The Big Three of the Rockets were also selected together.

Western star starting: McGrady surpassed Iverson at the last moment to become the starting point guard, center Yao Ming, power forward Hayes, small forward Garnett (Timberwolves), and shooting guard Kobe Bryant (Lakers).

Subs: Tim Duncan, Tony Parker (Spurs, Parker substitute, Steve Nash out due to injury), Marion, Amare Stoudemire (Suns), Dirk Nowitzki, (Mavericks), Allen Iverson (Timberwolves), Carlos Boozer (Jazz),

Eastern Conference starters: center "Sharks" O'Neal, shooting guard Devin Wade (Heat), power forward Chris Bosh (Raptors), small forward LeBron James (Cavaliers), point guard Arenas (Wizards).

Subs: Caron Butler (Wizards), Dwight Howard (Magic), Chauncey Billups, Hamilton (Pistons), Vince Carter (Nets), Jermaine O'Neal ( Pacers) and Joe Johnson (Hawks, Jason Kidd out due to injury).

Experts predict that the All-Star Tournament will be very beautiful this year.The main reason lies in the coaches: this time the head coach of the West is Suns coach D'Antoni, while the head coach of the East is Wizards coach Eddie Jordan.The coaching styles of these two coaches both advocate aggressive offense, which is suitable for the characteristics of strong performance and strong viewing in the All-Star Game.

In addition to these two games, Hayes was also invited to participate in the three-point contest.

Although tired, Hayes was very excited.It is an honor to be selected as an All-Star.What he cares most about is the All-Star game on the third day. It would be great if he can get an MVP.

This is a rare event. In addition to the NBA players, other teammates also took their families to Las Vegas.

On the plane, the players sat together and chatted.

Battier said: "Chuck, you have to perform well this time, and you'd better come back with a three-point shot champion."

"I'll try my best, but the chances of winning are unlikely."

This season, Hayes didn't take many three-pointers, and his shooting percentage was as high as 43.2%, which was even better than Nowitzki's. The team's shooting percentage was second only to Hyde.Even if Hayes made less than 40% of his three-pointers, the league would not invite Hyde to participate in the three-point contest. Who would want to watch an unknown substitute shoot three-pointers?

Hayes doesn't think he can win because there is a super pitcher Kapono in this three-point contest. It is said that this dude has always made more than 90% of his three-point shots during training.It's a pity that he is only good at training, and when he is on the field, he is crippled when he is defended by others. He lacks a big heart.

"You should try to win the MVP of the Rookie Game and the All-Star Game." Yao Ming, who was sitting next to Hayes, said, "I don't know how to perform. It's too difficult to win the MVP. You can fight for it. Because you may win the third prize." Double. No one had a triple-double in an All-Star Game except Jordan."

In 1997, Jordan sent 14 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists. It was the first triple-double in the history of the All-Star Game and the only triple-double in the All-Star Game so far.Hayes has hit triple-doubles many times this season, and the defense in the All-Star Game is very relaxed. It is not difficult to get the data.It mainly depends on how much playing time the head coach can give him.

Hayes is indeed interested in MVP.But Yao Ming didn't want to take it, and McGrady did.

"Tracey, are you interested in MVP? Last time LeBron ruined your good deed, should we avenge you this time?" Hayes asked.McGrady sat behind him and Yao Ming.

McGrady smiled and said: "I don't care about the All-Star MVP, I just go to Las Vegas to have fun. I will have a party there, it must be very interesting. I have participated in so many All-Stars, this time is the most interesting, Chuck, I'll pass the ball to you when I get the chance, you have to be more aggressive!"

McGrady promised to pass the ball, and Hayes immediately became more confident. Two of the starting players were his teammates. Garnett wanted to drag him to the Timberwolves. In order to show his favor, he would definitely not be stingy with assisting him. The three of them They are all on his side, the only problem is Kobe, this guy will definitely compete with him for MVP.McGrady will definitely pass the ball to him. Last year Kobe scored no more than 10 points in order to assist McGrady.

Hayes already had a plan in mind. Yao Ming was right. He must strive for a triple-double, so it would be difficult for Kobe to compete with him if he scored high.

David Lee, who was supposed to win the rookie game MVP with great glory, never thought about winning the MVP himself after he transferred to the Rockets.As soon as he heard about passing the ball, he immediately made a friendly gesture: "Chuck, I will also pass the ball to you in the rookie game. You play small forward, and I will let you attack when I get the ball inside."

"Thank you. But don't stop attacking all the time. If I'm heavily defended, I'll pass the ball to you. If you want to score, give me an assist." Hayes said bluntly.

At this time, Millsap said: "If the first grade sends me to play against you, you can play three-pointers outside as much as you want. I will stand in front of you at most, and you can just pretend that I don't exist."

Azubuike's idea was even more extreme, and he smiled: "When I'm on the court, you pay attention to standing under the basket to grab rebounds, and I can deliberately miss shots." But don't cover me when you break through. "

Hayes was dizzy with happiness, he had his teammates to support him, and the first-year team had an undercover agent. As long as he didn't feel too bad, wouldn't this rookie MVP be equal to the default decision?

"Wow ha ha ha ha. Since you all want me to show off, I'm not welcome. Go back to Houston and go to Yao's restaurant. I'll treat you for three days." Hayes laughed loudly.

His laughter made the stewardess' hair stand on end.

Hayes and his team arrived at McCarran Airport in Nevada by plane. From the airport to the east about two kilometers, they could reach the "Thomas & Mark Center", the stadium where the All-Star Game was held.

The hotel where the All-Star players stayed was already arranged, and it was extremely luxurious.It is said that 30 of the top 20 super hotels in the world are in Las Vegas; 7 of the top ten super hotels in the world are in Las Vegas.Hayes had a good time.

He felt that this was the most suitable place to host the All-Star Game.Just staying in the hotel made Hayes deeply feel the meaning of these four words of luxury.

No one comes to Las Vegas just to watch basketball games, this is a trip, a "self-indulgent" spiritual journey, where you live a "degenerate life" all night long.Leaving work, worries, and problems aside, just like the All-Star Game, what you enjoy in Las Vegas is an attitude towards life, not an ordinary game.Of course, the gathering of a group of big-name players has added a lot to the city.

That night, McGrady hosted a party with his friend, hip-hop singer "Diddy".Kobe, James, Garnett and others all came. After saying hello, Kobe and Hayes smiled and wiped out their grievances.Garnett directly expressed his favor and said that he would pass the ball to Hayes, which was exactly what Hayes wanted.

McGrady vowed: "I will find a way to make Yao Ming dance."

As a result, Yao Ming only swayed around a few times at the party, and then ran to the side to drink and rest.Instead, Hayes, McGrady and others went crazy to their heart's content.During the All-Star Weekend, stars often dance, and Hayes also wants to find an opportunity to show off his dance.

(End of this chapter)