That said, the Bulls' owner, Reinsdorf, and general manager, Krause…

Were simply toxic.

The former reluctantly gave Jordan $30 million a year back then, and afterwards just *had* to say to Jordan, "I'll regret this in the future."

The latter, in the summer of the Bulls' last championship, said to Phil Jackson, "Anyone could coach this Bulls team to a championship."

To be fair, regardless of whether Reinsdorf and Krause were right in handling the Bulls in the "post-Jordan era," they were definitely old friends in terms of EQ.

Because it's like buying your girlfriend a bag. After buying it, your girlfriend is very happy and grateful, and even plans to offer herself...

But if you say at this time: "I don't know how much this bag cost me. Why did you buy this thing? It's forcing me to eat instant noodles next!"...

Then aren't you just spending money and starting an argument?

In his previous life, after leaving the Bulls, "Zen Master" had erected a fLAg of never interfering in the martial world again.

And I don't know if Krause was stunned by the criticism or what, but this guy actually said in an interview that "Zen Master" was dispensable for the Bulls dynasty.

And this became one of the reasons why Jackson later openly went to Los Angeles to pick peaches.

To be reasonable, as the general manager of the Bulls, Krause did contribute a lot to the Bulls dynasty.

However, because of these few times of vying for credit in his previous life, his image in the hearts of fans plummeted.

And in this life, after Jordan erected a banner of "Avengers" with Su Feng in the North, Krause's mentality became even worse.

Because like the 76ers' management next door, the Bulls' management is now also the subject of daily meetings for fans.

So, Krause, who didn't dare to criticize Jordan, before the Raptors visited Chicago, in an interview, in order to save his image in the hearts of fans, actually commented on Phil Jackson, who was at home, like this:

"He's a greedy villain. All he sees is money. He's a vampire!"

And what was obvious was that Krause's comments made the "Zen Master," who was originally resting at home…

Angry.

Although most of what Krause said was true…

But just like Joe Smith helping Su Feng tear up Brown would only make people feel happy, telling the truth also requires considering the occasion, the location, and the timing.

If Krause's words were said in the future, when the "Zen Master's" persona collapsed in New York, then people would only think that Krause was right.

But at this juncture, Krause's statement of trying to prove himself by stepping on the Zen Master will only be seen as him being the villain, no matter what.

In Su Feng's previous life, after Pippen got old and couldn't play anymore, Krause actually did something very humane.

That was that he gave Pippen a retirement contract worth $10 million for two years.

However, this humane retirement contract was rarely mentioned.

Because many of Krause's actions made most people prejudiced and think that he was a villain.

To put it bluntly, where are there so many black-and-white things in this world?

Take Jordan for example, from the heart and skin color, he may be black, but from his skills, isn't he white?

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"That's too much. How can they comment on a meritorious coach like that?"

Jordan, who empathized with the "Zen Master," said indignantly after learning of Krause's speech.

Honestly, if it weren't for knowing Jordan's personality, Su Feng might have been quite touched.

Of course, as an EQ monster, Su Feng, who was superficially as close as brothers with Jordan, did not expose Old Joe, "I also think it's too much.

No matter what, Jerry should have added, 'Shaquille's grandmother could have led the Bulls to the championship back then.'"

Jordan: "......"

Hey, Young Hero Su, are you sure you're telling jokes with me, not just arguing?

But never mind.

Because Jordan suddenly realized.

It seemed that if Krause said that, people would only think that he was more awesome…

In this league, no one understands Jordan better than Su Feng.

On the surface, Su Feng's words were sarcasm towards the "Zen Master," but in reality, Su Feng was also reminding Old Joe.

At least now, this Bulls team has nothing to do with you anymore.

Therefore, no matter how Krause criticizes the "Zen Master," as long as you don't stand up and talk nonsense, then you will be the biggest winner.

At the moment, the Raptors can be said to be unstoppable, and Su Feng doesn't want to see Jordan get involved in the drama in Chicago.

In Su Feng's opinion, as long as Jordan can put up good stats tomorrow night, then the public opinion will only be on his side, not Reinsdorf and Krause.

In Su Feng's previous life, even after Jordan retired, Krause did not dare to criticize him too much because he was afraid of Jordan's godhood.

And in this life, with Jordan having the opportunity to slap them in the face, Su Feng knew very well that the Bulls would only feel guilty towards Jordan.

However…

Although Su Feng can always look at this world from the fifth level, this time, the trajectory of history took a taxi directly after going out.

…

Los Angeles, Krause's comments on the "Zen Master" also indirectly reminded the entangled Old Buss.

Yo, old Buss, look, besides rookie coach Rambis, there is also a super coach at home.

Stimulated by Krause, Jackson, who was originally planning to rest for a while, couldn't sit still this time.

So, after Logo Man asked Jackson a question under the order of Old Buss, the "Zen Master" only took 5 seconds to make that important decision in this life.

"Phil, are you willing to come to Los Angeles and coach Shaq?"

To be reasonable, after O'Neal gradually became the number one player in the NBA, besides coaches of Auerbach's level, how many people in this league can refuse the Lakers' invitation?

Originally, in this life, after winning the fifth championship and "retiring," the "Zen Master" had also erected a fLAg that he would not interfere in the martial world in the short term.

But as the saying goes, times have changed.

Looking at Jordan, who still has the opportunity to slap Krause and Reinsdorf in the face on the court, the "Zen Master" knew that he could no longer rest.

If the "Zen Master's" heart at this moment were translated into one sentence, it would probably be as follows:

'Just wait and see, Jerry, I'm going to Los Angeles to slap you in the face now!'

Okay…

For the "Zen Master" who is determined to get rid of the label of hugging star's thighs, how would he know that after he goes to the Lakers, it will only further confirm his persona of "only winning championships by hugging star's thighs."

Of course, no matter what evaluation Jackson gets in the future, you can't deny the fact that these stars played better under his hands than before.

Moreover, as more and more rumors point to Phil Jackson being only one step away from Los Angeles, no one knows better than Su Feng that those chains that have been restraining O'Neal…

Are about to be unsealed one by one.

Even if he is not in his best condition in this lockout season.

But what is obvious is that in Su Feng's previous life, the great shark who forced the NBA to change the rules for him will now, with the blessing of the "Zen Master's" triangle offense, go to leap over that damn dragon gate ahead of time.

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In order to relieve the pressure brought by O'Neal's early unsealing, on the 26th, in the game against the Bulls, Su Feng quickly ate a "beef" to calm his nerves.

119 to 75…

Looking at the desperate scoreboard on the scene, in this highly anticipated game of Jordan's return to his old place, the Raptors once again made the world feel their exaggerated offensive firepower.

Moreover, what shocked people the most was the data Jordan put up in this game.

In the game, Old Joe, who only played for 30 minutes, efficiently got 40 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists.

On this night, every data Jordan put up was like a sharp sword, piercing the chests of Reinsdorf and Krause.

The Chicago fans had been chanting for Jordan from the second half of the game…

"Alas, I don't know if Kobe has been missing me recently."

And whenever Su Feng recalls the past between him and Kobe in high school, don't mention it, that stubborn Mamba is actually a bit cute in Su Feng's eyes.

"!!!"

It's over.

Su Feng felt that he had to find a girlfriend as soon as possible.

Otherwise, even when looking at Kobe now, Su Feng feels that he is a bit handsome.

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After Old Joe happily avenged his old team, in the post-match interview, besides criticizing the two Jerrys, Jordan's evaluation of Su Feng can only be described as full of praise.

"His technique is quite comprehensive, and he can score in any area on the court.

And he is definitely the best perimeter defender in this league. In my opinion, he should be the Defensive Player of the Year."

After slightly modifying the "love letter" he wrote to Pippen back then, Jordan transformed into a "Su fan" like this.

For Jordan, who wanted to coax Su Feng into going to the sewers with him, no one understood the principle that if you want others to do things for you, then you must give others some sweetness.

Therefore, Jordan didn't mind sharing some of his luck and prestige with Su Feng.

And compared to Jordan's revengeful look after avenging his old team…

After noticing that Jordan's various evaluations of Su Feng had become higher and higher recently, Stern in New York felt that Jordan had really grown up.

In Su Feng's previous life, after Jordan retired, Stern had always hoped that Jordan could share his luck with the young people.

However, most of the time, Old Joe was like a stingy rich man. Except for a few people, for most young people, Old Joe said more of "You don't deserve to wear AJs."

In fact, with the data and records Jordan created, he didn't need to worry about his historical status at all.

"Mark, I can't let Michael get 4 consecutive regular season MVPs. See if we can make up for him in other places." In New York, Stern said, looking at his assistant Mark.

And upon hearing this, Mark was stunned at first, and then surprised.

No…

David, the February games haven't even been finished yet, and we're already going to decide the MVP's ownership?

But after thinking of the Raptors, Mark understood.

Obviously, no matter how the season goes next, no one can stop Stern's determination to write the "Passing the Torch of Basketball" script.

Therefore, after thinking for a while, Mark said this to Stern.

"Very good, let's do it this way. We have to create momentum for this in advance." Stern was very pleased with the suggestion Mark made.

Don't mention it, Stern, who is getting more and more fond of Mark in this life, really feels that letting him inherit the position of president after he retires in the future is a good choice.

Because I don't know if a classmate named Adam is crazy, in order to increase revenue, after the lockout ended, he allowed Stern to legalize NBA gambling.

And how could Stern agree to this decision?

In Su Feng's previous life, don't look at how the gambling industry is always taking the lead in saying that the NBA is a commercial league and that the NBA games are pre-written scripts.

However, although the NBA is essentially a commercial league, before Stern retires, maybe there will occasionally be referee problems in the NBA games…

However, Stern will also put defensive teams like the Spurs and Pistons into the Finals.

To put it simply, Stern may not understand basketball, but no one definitely understands better than him that a commercial league is built on the foundation of a competitive league.

As long as the NBA doesn't gamble, then even if Stern manipulates the script locally, he won't be criticized in terms of the nature of the game.

Therefore, in Stern's opinion, Mark, who, like himself, does not support the legalization of gambling, is his best successor.

As for Adam?

Well…

Let him contribute to African basketball for the rest of his life!

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At the end of February, after the Raptors defeated the Timberwolves who came to visit Toronto, they ended the team's first month of the new season with a record of 11 wins and 1 loss, drawing a perfect conclusion.

And it is worth mentioning that after the end of February, the Raptors also came to the first position in ESPN's power rankings.

For the Raptors, who were ranked last last year, there is no doubt that everything they have achieved in the new season can only make people sigh:

The NBA is indeed a place where miracles happen.

And after the February games, Su Feng also won the NBA Player of the Month for the first time in his career.

In February, Su Feng averaged 23.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.5 steals, 1.0 blocks, and 1.4 assists per game.

In the new season, with the blessing of the team's strong offensive firepower, Su Feng's shooting percentage is 49.4%, his three-point percentage is 39.5%, and his free throw percentage is 88.8%, and he has begun to approach the "180 Club."

Because the NBA Player of the Month in this period does not distinguish between the Eastern and Western Conferences, so the Player of the Month at this time can even be understood as a "regular season MVP candidate" in terms of gold content.

From a personal performance point of view, the best performing player in the NBA in February should be Iverson.

But after the Raptors slaughtered the 76ers by a full 44 points, it was impossible even for Stern to give this honor to Iverson.

Therefore, after weighing the team's record and Su Feng's stable performance on both offense and defense, Stern decisively awarded this honor to Su Feng.

And after his honor has reached another small milestone…

Su Feng felt that he had to ask Kobe what kind of birthday gift this guy was planning to give him this year…

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