Chapter 192 Dialogue with Kuli, positioning problem!
Curry was not in a happy mood at this time.
On the contrary, as soon as he learned that he had been traded, his mood hit rock bottom.
Thinking back to last year, Curry had just played a historic season at Davidson University, and his pick soared from the end of the first round directly to the lottery. The 7th pick in the first round
At that time, Meng Shen’s favorite team was the New York Knicks, the holy land of basketball.
He has no feelings for warriors.
But things went against expectations. In the draft, the Warriors selected Curry with the seventh overall pick in the first round.
In this way, Meng Shen missed his favorite team and went to play in San Francisco.
Although things didn't go well in the draft, Curry quickly adjusted his mentality and began to play for the Warriors wholeheartedly.
In the first season, he started low and went high.
In the last month of playing, Curry even had the momentum to compete for the best rookie award!
You know, last year Evans averaged 2,055 points per game.
Such statistics are extremely terrifying for a first-year rookie!
However, Curry is so strong that he can challenge such a strong man.
However, in the high-intensity competition, Meng Shen also exposed some problems, such as insufficient confrontation ability and average physical condition...
The most critical thing is that Curry's fragile ankle will affect his performance from time to time.
Curry ended his first season with mixed feelings.
During the offseason, the cute god transformed into a "rat" in the training hall, frantically improving his various skills.
When the new season begins, Curry returns to the Warriors with confidence, determined to revive this long-dormant team.
Unfortunately, since this season, an ankle injury has further limited his performance.
Curry not only failed to lead the team out of the quagmire, but instead fell deeper and deeper into it.
When a team loses frequently, fans will lose patience.
Every behavior of the players will be observed with a magnifying glass.
Curry, on the other hand, has been pushed to the forefront due to frequent injuries and issues with ball distribution with Ellis.
Recently, it is not uncommon to criticize him on the Internet!
But... even under this situation, Curry still remains optimistic and has been thinking of ways to change the status quo.
However, reality gave him a loud slap!
In the fourth quarter today, what the assistant said to Curry almost caused the latter to break through the defense.
The previous hard training, playing with injuries, and tactical sacrifices... all seemed to have become a joke at this moment.
The sad Curry silently took off his Warriors jersey and decided to disassociate himself from the team.
After the game, Warriors general manager Larry Riley called Curry.
"Stephen, you know I admire you."
"I'm sorry that I traded you without consulting you."
"I have my own difficulties, I hope you can understand."
On the phone, Riley comforted him.
"Thank you, Larry. Thank you for your support over the past year."
"I know that you have received a lot of criticism from the management because of my injuries and my style of play."
"I have always hoped to use my efforts to help you prove yourself..."
"Oh, I won't say anymore. I hope the Warriors will get better and better."
Curry maintained his demeanor and responded with a smile.
But if someone were by his side at this moment, they would know how bitter his smile was.
After the call ended, Curry was told by a team member that he could go directly to the Rockets locker room to meet his new club.
Ever since, Curry, with a lonely look on his face, walked to the Rockets' locker room.
On the way, he saw Lawson with an angry face and Kevin Martin with a calm face.
For a moment, Curry had a glimmer of enlightenment.
[Aren’t the two of them playing very well recently? How could they be put on the “shelf”...]
The cute god walked into the Rockets locker room with doubts.
As soon as he entered the door, he saw an Asian young man who was simply dressed but had an extraordinary temperament.
This person is naturally Shen Fei!
"Stephen, welcome to the Rockets."
Shen Fei said with a smile.
Immediately, the Rockets generals behind him also applauded Curry.
The cute god who had just arrived was still a little embarrassed. He first responded to Shen Fei politely, and then greeted everyone with a smile.
At this time, Lowry took the initiative to step forward and hugged his future competitor.
............
After the brief meeting, all the Rockets generals went to take a shower.
Curry left the game early, so he had already washed up.
Shen Fei happened to have something he wanted to talk to Curry about, so he invited: "Stephen, if you have time, let's talk."
"Okay, manager!"
Curry agreed immediately.
He just arrived and naturally wanted to quickly integrate into the team.
Since Shen Feigui is the general manager of the Rockets, Curry cannot refuse such an invitation.
Immediately, the two came to a high-end coffee shop near Toyota Center.
............
"I'm looking for you today because I want to discuss your position in the team in the future." Shen Fei said straight to the point: "Please tell me your thoughts first."
"em... To be honest, it all happened too suddenly. At this time yesterday, I was still thinking about how to help the Warriors win, and now that I was suddenly traded, I was caught off guard."
"However, I happened to study the Rockets carefully before the game."
Curry's tone was very candid.
"Well, you say."
Shen Fei acted as a supporter and asked the other party to continue talking.
"When I was studying the tape, I tried hard to find the Rockets' weaknesses."
"As far as the starting lineup is concerned, there are still some problems with the distribution of ball rights."
"When Kyle (Lowry) starts, the situation will be better. If Lawson is in charge, it will be difficult for McGrady and Griffin to exert their full strength."
"Also, the Rockets' starting lineup is still a bit weak in outside shooting ability. In other words, several shooters are shooting with the ball and lack a catch-and-shoot shooter."
Curry analyzed carefully.
Shen Fei nodded slowly while listening.
Curry's analysis made him very satisfied.
The Asian young people couldn't help but sigh in their hearts - he is indeed a historical star. He is only in his second year and has such insight!
Curry saw Shen Fei's approving eyes and continued: "I think I should be able to solve these two problems."
"I don't like the uncertain word 'should'."
Shen Fei said lightly.
"I can solve both problems!"
Curry said firmly.
"But...as you said, these two functions can be completed well when Lowry is on the court."
Shen Fei continued.
"I...can do better!"
Curry was obviously emotionally affected by Shen Fei's words, and he was a little overwhelmed at this time.
"Very good, you just need this kind of confidence."
"Actually, Stephen, I am very confident in your ability."
"I'm sure I have more confidence in you than you do yourself!"
"Come to the training hall and see me tomorrow morning. I have a way for you to devote yourself to the game in the future... and you don't have to worry about your ankle anymore."