Chapter 115 After Retirement
　　Ever since that night, after having a more in-depth and detailed exchange with Milicic...

　　Although this unlucky kid hasn't reached my requirements in terms of confrontation ability and finishing under the basket in a short period of time...

　　However, in the "House of Steel" three-on-three basketball game, Milicic has fully demonstrated his potential as the No. 2 overall pick in 2003.

　　According to Mancias' plan for Milicic's rookie season, Milicic will mainly increase his core strength in the time leading up to the preseason.

　　In Su Feng's previous life, Milicic had a single-season basket finishing rate of 75% during his time with the Timberwolves.

　　And although that was related to Milicic's fewer shots under the basket...

　　But in fact, combined with Milicic's performance in the later stages of his career, his frame and model determined that he was not the type of player who couldn't develop resistance.

　　During the physical test, Milicic, who was 213 cm tall, had a wingspan of 226 cm.

　　In addition, his figure is also very well-proportioned.

　　Moreover, when he was drinking water on the Pistons' bench, he had left wonderful moments in the NBA, such as backing up heavy tank Diop and facing the frame to break through and dunk.

　　Therefore, according to Frazier's suggestion, Milicic has also increased his training in making technical moves after confrontation during this period.

　　As for the training partner...

　　That is naturally Su Feng, who is known as the "Inner Line Test Stone".

　　Anyway, to quote Frazier's original words:

　　"Darko, as long as you can fight Su, then in the NBA, you can fight most of the inside players."

　　Hearing this, Su Feng, who was competing with James in weightlifting, almost rushed to Frazier and asked him...

　　You guys don't really want to lead me on Barkley's path, do you?

　　What a joke!

　　He, Su Feng, is an outside player!

　　As early as when he discussed with Riley, Su Feng had said...

　　During his time with the Heat, Riley shouldn't even think about arranging for him to play inside!

　　It's just...

　　It's unknown whether Su Feng will be like his successor in the future.

　　In addition to Milicic, Odom's performance in the training camp recently has also surprised Su Feng under his whip.

　　In Su Feng's original timeline, there will be a joke in the future Philadelphia 76ers, called:

　　If "West Emperor" is a "poor man's" Odom, then the 76ers would have won the championship long ago under Butler's leadership.

　　Ahem...

　　I have to say, when it comes to complaining about NBA stars, the fans are the strongest.

　　Of course, from the side, this also proves how high Odom's ceiling is when he's not messing around.

　　This summer, the reason why Su Feng asked Odom to practice three-pointers hard was because he wanted to insert the triangle offense into the Heat's tactical board next season.

　　As we all know, when the triangle offense is launched on the court with a 122 formation, generally speaking, you must have a ball-handling point at the high post.

　　Moreover, this ball-handling point must have a certain shooting ability.

　　Otherwise, you won't be able to create space for the star who is preparing to play one-on-one in the low post.

　　In addition, this ball-handling point should also have a certain organizational ability.

　　Otherwise, once the situation on the court changes, it would be embarrassing if the ball couldn't be passed out.

　　And now, because Su Feng, Odom, and Milicic can all be this ball-handling point.

　　So the triangle offense is undoubtedly the most suitable tactic for the Heat next season.

　　Uh...

　　As a famous tactic created by his mentor "Zen Master" John Davis, he, Su Feng, naturally has the obligation to promote the "triangle offense" to the entire league.

　　It is worth mentioning that, because James signed with the Cavaliers before...

　　He originally wanted to wear the No. 22 jersey to pay tribute to Su Feng, but because the Cavaliers' No. 22 jersey had been retired...

　　So James, who was forced to change to the No. 23 jersey, also confirmed with Su Feng again in this Miami training camp that the Cavaliers gave him the position for next season...

　　It was the point guard position he had revealed to himself before.

　　And this is also the suggestion given to him by James' team.

　　Because even cloud fans know...

　　In the past few years, the three most dominant players in the NBA are called "West Shark, East Duncan, North Su Feng".

　　Among them, Duncan and Su Feng, in addition to monopolizing the starting positions of the Eastern Conference forwards in the past few years, these two people are also the chief candidates for the forward position in the annual NBA All-League Team selection.

　　Therefore...

　　For James, in such a harsh environment in the East, if he still signs up for the small forward position, I'm afraid that before those two "old rookies" retire...

　　In terms of personal honor, he would be tormented to autism by those two "old rookies".

　　Especially...

　　Under the premise that Su Feng has almost locked in the "NBA's No. 1 Small Forward in History", no matter how you look at it, "Magic" Elvin Johnson is the one who is easier to surpass.

　　Su Feng naturally expressed his support for James' idea.

　　Although due to model problems, James did not learn such gorgeous dribbling skills like himself...

　　But his basic skills are already quite solid, and he has a simple and practical "crude beauty" when dribbling the ball on the court.

　　In addition, James' organizational ability is not weak in itself, and he has also learned the trick of "bald lion cold arrow" in advance. Therefore, the point guard version of James...

　　"Tsk..."

　　Just thinking about that picture in his mind, Su Feng has already begun to feel sorry for Chris Paul.

　　……

　　On August 23, in Miami, Su Feng and others celebrated Kobe's 25th birthday together.

　　On the day of the birthday party, Kobe also announced good news to Su Feng and others.

　　That is, Vanessa is pregnant with his second child.

　　This summer, because he has been helping Su Feng "take care of the baby", so Su Feng's famous "Eagle County Incident" in his previous life did not happen.

　　"Wait! After my son is born, I will take Little Kobe (Su Hao) to Los Angeles!

　　I will never let you delay these two children's future prospects." That day, looking at Su Feng, Kobe said with a smug look on his face.

　　Hearing this...

　　Su Feng always felt that Kobe seemed to have a misunderstanding of his shooting skills.

　　But it's amazing to say...

　　Because if Su Feng remembers correctly, in his memory, it seems that both James' son and O'Neal's son are Kobe fans...

　　"Heh, unless my son doesn't understand basketball...

　　Otherwise, you don't really think he will like a star who was beaten into a loser by his father, do you?" Looking at Su Hao in Kobe's arms, Su Feng said with a confident look on his face.

　　"You're anxious." Kobe retorted with disdain for Su Feng's statement.

　　"Why am I anxious?" Su Feng asked curiously.

　　"Because your son obviously likes me more.

　　Look, if you don't believe me, try holding him." After gently handing Su Hao to Su Feng, Kobe smiled.

　　"No! He's such a big kid, does he still need to be held? How embarrassing!" Su Feng refused.

　　"No, you just don't dare to hold him. Look, your son is smiling so happily in my arms." Pointing to the smiling Little Su Hao, Kobe said.

　　Su Feng: "......"

　　Hiss!

　　It seems that this big account is really useless.

　　U1S1 (unrelated, but said anyway), in Su Feng's opinion, it's time for him to have another small account with Britney.

　　It's just that, with a try-it-out mentality, Su Feng still took Su Hao from Kobe's arms.

　　However...

　　"Wuwuwuwu!"

　　Su Feng: "......"

　　No!

　　I'm your father!

　　Why are you crying?

　　"How can you hold a child like this? My God, you are really a terrible father!" After taking Little Su Hao back, Kobe said with a look of distress.

　　Su Feng: "......"

　　My God!

　　Look at my son, who is as stupid as a groundhog!

　　If it weren't for Su Bao to cover him, Su Feng would have almost thought that he was really a terrible father.

　　"Aowu, aowu!"

　　Look, why is Su Bao so active in his arms?

　　To be reasonable, Su Feng is definitely an MVP-level in holding a baby.

　　Therefore, in his opinion...

　　It must be that during the time Kobe spent with Su Hao, Kobe gave Su Hao some kind of ecstasy soup.

　　"So, let's create a small account again!"

　　That day, Su Feng silently thought.

　　……

　　At the end of August, the happy time in Miami continued.

　　In Boston, due to physical reasons, Auerbach has officially announced to the public that he will no longer interfere in the Celtics' internal affairs starting next season.

　　"Ray is a very good kid, and the contract renewal he asked for is not high. I have already told his agent that we will give him a contract renewal.

　　In comparison, you have to worry more about Stephen (Marbury).

　　You know, this kid is not a fuel-efficient lamp.

　　But essentially, he is also a good kid.

　　Of course, if you really can't suppress him, then I suggest that after renewing his contract, you can use him to exchange for a point guard who is suitable for your tactics while he is still at his peak.

　　In addition, I have already told Larry (Bird)...

　　After I die, he will return to the Celtics to assist you...

　　I know that there is a deep conflict between him and Danny (Ainge), and you and Danny also don't see eye to eye, so...

　　Cough, cough, cough!"

　　In a nursing home in Boston, looking at his beloved disciple Miller Carl, on this day, Auerbach, the old man, has begun to prepare for his funeral arrangements.

　　In Su Feng's previous life, because he failed to bet on Duncan that year, so after Auerbach passed away, in order to rebuild the glory of the Green Army in the past, it can be said that choosing Danny Ainge to be his successor was not only Auerbach's most ideal choice, but also the only choice for the Celtics at that time.

　　After all...

　　No human touch means that Ainge will at least prioritize the rights and interests of the Celtics in handling the Celtics' affairs.

　　However, as the saying goes, times have changed.

　　In this life, because Duncan has helped the Celtics win the championship under Auerbach's leadership.

　　So how to give Duncan and other meritorious players more stable guarantees has become Auerbach's greatest wish at this time.

　　In Auerbach's opinion, although Carl is not cold-blooded enough, he is a head coach who will treat Duncan and others well.

　　However, precisely because Carl is not cold-blooded enough, Auerbach knows that before his young disciple fully grows up, he needs the protection of power.

　　Therefore, before becoming seriously ill this summer, Auerbach went to Indianapolis.

　　There, he met Bird.

　　"I can return to the Green Army, but the premise is that someone can't appear in my sight."

　　As for Auerbach, how dare Bird hate him?

　　What he hates has never been the teacher who put himself on the throne of B King, but that cruel, cold-blooded, and ruthless bastard.

　　Danny-Ainge.

　　"No problem, after I die, you will have the final say in the Celtics." Holding Bird's hands, Auerbach said word by word.

　　And this time, Bird has completely let go of his knot with the Celtics for many years.

　　In Su Feng's previous life, how much Bird loved the Celtics, in the future, he would hate this team.

　　Because in addition to Ainge, Bird also worked in the Green Army management for a period of time after retiring.

　　However, that was not a pleasant memory.

　　Because Auerbach was in a semi-hands-off state for the Celtics at that time, Bird, who was bored with the infighting of the Green Army's top management, returned to Indianapolis not long after.

　　This hometown where he grew up since he was a child.

　　And after that, Bird's achievements in the Pacers can be said to have slapped the Green Army's top management in the face.

　　But...

　　On this day, watching Auerbach, who was preparing to hand over the fish head stick symbolizing the peak of the Green Army's power to himself...

　　Bird knew that it was time for him to forget the unpleasant memories of the past.

　　"Miller is a good kid. I still remember that when he was playing on the court, his favorite thing to say was 'Pass the ball to Larry, that's our strongest offensive point'." Looking at Bird affectionately, Auerbach laughed.

　　Hearing this, Bird was immediately happy.

　　Although Carl was just a tool man when he played for the Celtics, how could Bird forget the guard who had won two championships with him?

　　"He is a good coach, I will work with him to make this Green Army immortal."

　　Holding Auerbach's hands, on this day, Bird did not pretend.

　　Because just like when he came to the Celtics back then.

　　He was just a child under Auerbach's command.

　　If he didn't really like Auerbach, how could he, Bird, have staged that wonderful drama with Auerbach back then?

　　Tell a joke.

　　Bird was only the sixth pick back then.

　　……

　　"He should be really retired this time, right?"

　　In New York, after learning that Auerbach would completely let go starting next season, Stern was also relieved.

　　Because no one knows better than Stern, who has experienced the era of black and white double heroes, what kind of influence this red archbishop has in this league.

　　In fact, whether the Green Army wants to rebuild its glory or wants to regain its lost land, it has nothing to do with Stern.

　　It's just...

　　Stern never wanted to see the era when the NBA was ruled by the Celtics again.

　　Because for the NBA, such rule will inevitably lead to a decline in attention.

　　May I ask, in this world, how many fans want to watch an NBA that they can always know the result in advance?

　　Therefore...

　　In Stern's eyes, in the summer of 2003, the NBA has ushered in a hopeful and bright future under his hands.

　　The Raptors disintegrated.

　　Auerbach retired.

　　The Green Army let go of Artest.

　　The era of the "Big Three" is completely over.

　　Come on!

　　That damn troubled times!

　　In this land of miracles that he built with his own hands, kill him upside down...

　　Right?

　　On August 24, Stern, who was immersed in his sweet dreams, almost fell directly from the bed.

　　Because on this day...

　　The Lakers officially announced that they will sign Karl Malone, one of the "NBA's Top 50", from Salt Lake City with a two-year veteran minimum salary.

　　At the same time, because the recruitment of Su Feng failed, Gary Payton, the former NBA All-Defensive First Team winner for consecutive years, who wanted to get a championship ring before the end of his career, also announced that he would join the Lakers.

　　According to Los Angeles media reports, Malone's annual salary with the Lakers is only $1.5 million.

　　And Payton was taken down by the Lakers with their mid-level exception.

　　In the 02/03 season, 40-year-old Malone could still average "20+7" on the court.

　　And Payton can also get "20+8"...

　　Therefore, in the eyes of the world, the overall strength of this Lakers team is even more exaggerated than that of the 98/99 season Raptors.

　　After all, in that year's Raptors team, Jordan's state had declined significantly, and Carter, McGrady, and others were still inexperienced rookies.

　　But...

　　Malone and Payton...

　　They are still superstars at the tail end of their careers!

　　In the summer, after Logo Man officially withdrew from the Lakers' coaching staff...

　　In addition to discussing contract renewals with Kobe, Buss, who had been observing the situation in the summer, also made the decision to win another championship for the Lakers even if it meant paying super luxury taxes for a year or two.

　　After all...

　　The Raptors have disintegrated, so if the Lakers don't work hard at this time, are they going to wait until O'Neal's peak period is over before working hard?

　　Different from renewing Kidd's contract...

　　Because Karl and Payton are already old, as long as the Lakers can seize the opportunity at the end of these two people's careers and reshape the Lakers' glory in the past, then at that time, the Lakers can start their rebuilding work with peace of mind.

　　And Salt Lake City...

　　Stockton, who had just announced his retirement with Jordan in the summer, is completely loveless now.

　　Because you said that we were going to be each other's little angels together...

　　Why did you...

　　Why did you suddenly run to Los Angeles to be O'Neal's little angel?

　　At the signing ceremony with the Lakers, Payton also used his new "Bible"...

　　He ignited the fighting spirit of all Lakers fans in one fell swoop.

　　"Shaquille has been the greatest player in this league since his debut.

　　He created the myth of entering the Finals for five consecutive times.

　　But he has suffered a lot of criticism in the past few years.

　　That year (98/99 season), in the Finals, I remember it was the Raptors against the Lakers.

　　At that time, people were saying that Su and Michael jointly educated the arrogant Shaquille.

　　And after losing the Finals, the scene of Shaquille being photographed crying in the locker room was unforgettable for me.

　　From that moment on, I was thinking, if I have the opportunity to cooperate with Shaquille in the future...

　　Then I must reach the peak with him.

　　And now, the opportunity is right in front of me, and I must seriously consider whether this is my only chance in this life.

　　In my opinion, the Lakers have been able to enter the Finals continuously in the past few years, and Shaquille has made great contributions.

　　Rebuild the Lakers' glory! It is our duty to do so!"

　　Online, after Payton's new "Bible" was released, you might not believe it...

　　Su Feng was instantly ignited at the time.

　　"My Westbrook!"

　　If Su Feng remembers correctly, at the original signing ceremony, Payton would say to Malone, "If we can win the championship smoothly, we will definitely play for another year, right?"

　　Because Payton only signed for one year when he chose to sign with the Lakers...

　　So when asked about the contract issue by the media, in addition to confidently saying the above to Malone, he also said to the media at the time:

　　"I hope that at this time tomorrow, the fans in Los Angeles will say: 'We look forward to your return'!"

　　However, due to the changes in the historical trajectory, before Payton and Malone joined, O'Neal had a relatively miserable life...

　　So in order to boost the morale of the entire Lakers team, Payton asked someone to write a speech for him before arriving in Los Angeles.

　　In addition, considering that someone will hardly be able to make waves in the next two years...

　　Malone and Payton's contracts with the Lakers were both signed for two years this time.

　　Just like when Jordan fell, all the NBA teams felt that they were going to be okay again...

　　This summer, Su Feng's departure undoubtedly had a profound impact on the future of the NBA.

　　And so far...

　　Stern, who was already preparing to watch a drama called "Warring States Period"...

　　Suddenly felt the world's malice towards him!

　　Because in the market, after the Lakers' "F4" combination was completed, the seven major North American betting companies have urgently revised the odds for winning the NBA next season.

　　Online, in a survey program launched by ESPN, 80% of the fans believe that the Lakers will win the championship without suspense next season.

　　And for Stern, who has been committed to creating a more balanced NBA in the past two years...

　　This is tantamount to pouring a basin of cold water directly on his head.

　　And the most annoying thing is...

　　Because of the popularity brought by the Lakers, he must increase the number of Lakers' national live broadcasts next season.

　　After all...

　　The team composed of O'Neal, Malone, Payton, and Kobe...

　　Who wouldn't want to witness their "gorgeous performance" on the court with their own eyes?

　　And Miami...

　　Kobe was so happy these two days.

　　In this life, although the conflict between him and O'Neal on the court is deepening, for Kobe, who is very eager for the championship at this moment...

　　Without that sentence "Shaquille did it too", the rift between him and O'Neal is not as deep as people imagined.

　　"Wait, Su! You will definitely regret your choice to join the Heat this summer!

　　Because when you catch up again, maybe I have already won five, six, seven, or eight championships!"

　　Holding Su Hao, Kobe thought that after he wins the championship next season, he will give his championship ring to this little Kobe.

　　As for his and Vanessa's eldest daughter and second child?

　　It doesn't matter!

　　Anyway, Kobe has a lot of rings in the future!

　　"Alas, my poor little Kobe, look at your stingy father!

　t he has three championship rings, but he doesn't want to give you one!" Holding Little Su Hao, Kobe muttered to himself.

　　And aside...

　　Looking at Kobe who was so excited, Su Feng always felt...

　　Next year, he must be prepared to take in the heartbroken Boy from Los Angeles.

　　Because Su Feng, as someone who has been there, knows very well...

　　The lineup of this Lakers team looks infinitely beautiful.

　　But in reality...

　　This is a completely incompatible team.

　　Because Kobe is working hard to practice his low post skills at this time, and Payton's back-up is also his main way of scoring after his speed declines in his later years...

　　So try to think about it!

　　There is only one basketball.

　　But whether it is O'Neal, Malone, or Payton, Kobe, they all have to score in the low post...

　　This picture!

　　Tsk!

　　That's just too beautiful.

　　In fact, as early as the beginning of the 21st century, the Lakers' F4 used practical actions to tell the world that in the NBA, it is not that you have more stars, you will definitely have the last laugh.

　　Because building a team without considering compatibility is hooliganism in the NBA.

　　Look, isn't this...

　　Because considering that the Heat will not have much ball distribution for the point guard next season...

　　So when Riley decided to sign Rafer Alston from the free agent market to be the Heat's ball-handling tool man next season, didn't Su Feng raise both hands and feet in favor?

　　It's just that it's amazing to say...

　　So far, Su Feng has either been on the road to wiping the point guard's ass in his career, or he has been helping the black hole on the point guard line to help defend...

　　In Su Feng's previous life, as a former Mosaic celebrity, Alston can be said to have left a deep impression on many Mosaic fans.

　　Among them, in that series between Mosaic and the Jazz in the past...

　　The scene of Alston not being able to get around the pick-and-roll is still fresh in the minds of the rabbits.

　　However, for the Heat next season, Alston is definitely the most suitable ball-handling tool man.

　t he only needs to dribble the ball past the half court.

　　In comparison, even if Payton wants to hug his thigh this summer, Su Feng doesn't think Payton can be more useful than Alston.

　　Because...

　　Payton at this time is not yet the hardworking defense ball-handling tool man before he accepted the beating of "OK".

　　In addition, after re-signing Mourning, the Heat now have no extra space and exceptions to sign veterans like Payton.

　　And in Su Feng's original timeline...

　　It was under Riley, who "doesn't love three-pointers", that Alston's average three-point attempts per game quickly increased from the previous average of one or two times to an average of 5.3 times in the 03/04 season.

　　Su Feng knew that even if he didn't remind Riley, Riley would definitely let Alston practice three-pointers hard this summer.

　　In this way, even if Alston's defense is poor, he can play a role in creating space for himself on the court.

　　I have to say that Riley is indeed a human textbook in terms of team building.

　　This summer, Su Feng basically didn't worry about the future of the Heat.

　　And as time goes by...

　　In September, before the happy time in Miami's "House of Steel" ended, on this day, Su Feng also officially received the new task issued to him by the system.

　　"Ding!"

　　……

　　ps: I sorted out the list of the 03/04 season today, and I almost fainted! First, a 7000-word chapter, all the little classmates, don't be impatient! Qiao will try again tomorrow to see if he can enter the zone mode! Continue to beg for monthly tickets, recommendation tickets, and subscriptions!