Chapter 202: Chapter 202: Two Chinese Players
The reporter also said, "Today, in the final moments of the fourth quarter, you made three consecutive three-pointers, which left a deep impression on us."
"My teammates were constantly encouraging me," Curry said with a smile. "Every time I got the ball, Wade Dong would tell me, 'Go ahead and shoot, if you miss, I'll get the rebound for you.'"
"Hahaha..." The reporter laughed along and then asked, "Which offensive play left the deepest impression on you today?"
Curry thought for a moment before saying, "The most memorable for me was Wade Dong's two alley-oop dunks. He always has a few jaw-dropping dunks in every game."
"You also had a dunk opportunity today," the reporter teased. "But you got blocked, luckily Wade Dong followed up and dunked it for you. I think that was the best dunk of the game."
Curry laughed and said, "You're so rude... I don't even want to mention that dunk."
"Hahaha..." Curry's comment also made the other Suns players laugh.
Curry added, "Before every game, I always watch Wade Dong's dunk videos to motivate myself. One day, I'll be able to make such explosive dunks too."
The reporter asked again, "So, what do you think was the best dunk of the night?"
"Can we not talk about dunks?" Curry frowned, refusing to answer the question.
"Okay." The reporter agreed, "Last question, what do you think was the best dunk of the night?"
"???" This question was unavoidable. Curry thought for a moment and seriously answered, "I think it was McGrady's dunk on Patterson. It was truly explosive!"
After interviewing Curry, it was Wade Dong and McGrady's turn.
This game had many talking points. McGrady scored a season-high 29 points and made an incredible dunk.
As for Wade Dong, he had a near quadruple-double, which is not surprising since he has achieved three quadruple-doubles before. However, Wade Dong also set a unique record by blocking every Thunder player who stepped on the court.
The post-game press conference lasted forty minutes before it ended.
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After the Thunder game, the Suns' schedule became much lighter.
They consecutively defeated the Rockets, Pelicans, and Timberwolves, ending their road trip with a four-game winning streak and their first ten-game winning streak since the All-Star break.
The trade deadline was approaching, and all thirty NBA teams were making final adjustments to their rosters.
When Wade Dong returned to Phoenix, Sarver and Kidd visited him again that night.
However, Sarver was much more considerate this time, bringing along a chef who could cook Sichuan cuisine.
While the chef was cooking, Wade Dong and Sarver sat in the living room drinking tea.
"Whenever you two come together, I always have a bad feeling," Wade Dong joked. "Is the team going to make another trade?"
Sarver shook his head, "No, we just came to have a drink with you."
Kidd laughed and said, "With our recent ten-game winning streak and only six losses this season, I'm very confident we can break the Bulls' record."
"The Bulls had Jordan back then," Sarver also laughed. "But we have Wade Dong, who is even stronger than Jordan."
Wade Dong pretended to cover his face, "Oh my... You're making me blush. Stronger than Jordan? That would make me the best player in the league."
"You are the best player in the league," Sarver said confidently. "From ancient times to the present, the NBA has never seen a player stronger than you."
Wade Dong said, "The NBA has also never seen a better owner than you, nor a better coach than Kidd."
"Hey!" Kidd was not happy with that comment. "Wade, how can you insult me like that?"
It was just a bit of mutual flattery. When the food was ready, the three of them moved to the dining table, and Kidd, as usual, brought out two bottles of white wine.
During the meal, Sarver suddenly said, "The league is about to welcome two Chinese players. You probably don't know about this, right?"
"I don't know," Wade Dong shook his head, curious. "Who are these two Chinese players?"
Sarver said, "One is named Huang Yu. He has been performing exceptionally well in the European league, and the Warriors have already decided to sign him. The other player you might know, he's also from Beijing University, named Li Pei."
"Li Pei?!" Wade Dong was so surprised he spilled his drink. "How did this guy get into the NBA?"
Sarver explained, "Li Pei got into the NBA the same way you did, by sending a self-recommendation letter to the commissioner. Because of your outstanding performance, many teams are now interested in Li Pei."
Wade Dong thought it would be Yi Jianlian or Guo Ailun. Guo Ailun is participating in this year's draft, and Yi Jianlian has played in the NBA for a few years, so it would be normal for him to be called back.
As for this Huang Yu, Wade Dong had never heard of him.
Regarding Li Pei... Wade Dong has also been following this year's CUBA, and it can be said that Li Pei has improved significantly, but at most, he is at the level of a CBA starter. Unless this guy also has a system, it would be a pipe dream for him to play in the NBA.
Wade Dong was worried that Li Pei might end up like him in his previous life.
Sarver asked, "Should we try to bring Li Pei over?"
"No," Wade Dong shook his head. "Some miracles cannot be replicated."
Wade Dong was worried about Li Pei. After finishing their drinks, he planned to give Li Pei a call. After all, Li Pei is his brother, and Wade Dong was worried that Li Pei might end up like him in his previous life, which could ruin him.
Sarver nodded, "Then we'll listen to you. But now, several teams are competing for Li Pei, so it's up to him which team he joins."
"This guy is quite popular, but let him make his own decision," Wade Dong waved his hand, changing the subject.
The three of them ate, drank, and chatted for an hour, finishing two bottles of white wine.
"Burp..." Kidd burped and suddenly remembered something. "Our team still has one or two spots open. Should we strengthen the team towards the end of the season?"
"How do you plan to strengthen?" Wade Dong tilted his head and raised an eyebrow. "Who do you think is suitable for a trade?"
"Um..." Kidd was just casually mentioning it, but the Suns' new lineup had just started to gel, and everyone's role in the team was well-defined. Trading anyone would not be suitable.
Moreover, if the Suns wanted to trade for a star, they would have to give up Wade Dong or Curry, which other teams would not agree to.
"How about we trade Nash?" Wade Dong joked. "Nash is becoming more and more marginalized, and his contribution to the team is truly minimal."
"No way!" Sarver and Kidd shook their heads simultaneously.
Knowing Wade Dong was joking, Sarver still said seriously, "Nash is the soul of the team. Unless he wants to leave, we absolutely cannot trade him."
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