Chapter 172 The call from Yang Yi from the United States
In the opening game in October and 14 games in November, the Cavaliers won the best record in the league.
Major journalists, media outlets and expert commentators in North America have begun to discuss the possibility of the Cavaliers competing for the championship.
Stephen A. Smith was the host of the ESPN program that Lin Yu participated in. For the latest program, they invited Zach Lowe and Mark Stein, two of ESPN's leading reporters.
After the program started, Stephen A. Smith gave the topic of this program: "Let's talk about the Cleveland Cavaliers. So far in the season, they have the best record in the league of 13 wins and 2 losses. After China Lin joined the Cavaliers,
Do you already have the strength to compete for the championship?”
The topic changed, and Zach Lowe got the microphone first: "Let's talk about Lin Yu first. Compared with last season, he has made some obvious progress. First of all, one of the statistics we want to mention is that
Last season, his three-point scoring accounted for 55.8% of all his points, but this season, the proportion of three-point scoring has dropped significantly to 41.1%."
"This data shows that Lin Yu has developed new scoring methods, replacing the original three-pointers. Through another data, we can see that Lin Yu can hit 5.5 mid-range shots per game, including some catches.
Just shooting, face-up shots, and even fadeaway jumpers, since the new season, he has shot twice as many mid-range shots as last season."
"Lin Yu, who has developed a mid-range shot, can no longer be left open in the mid-range and long range on the basketball court. And LeBron James, who is good at breaking and passing the ball, needs such a teammate. As long as Lin Yu appears
On the court, it will be difficult for the opponent to separate the manpower to attack LeBron James, who breaks through from the strong side."
"It can be said that the effect achieved by adding ll combinations is not only 1+1 equals 2, but even has an effect greater than 2."
"After joining the Cavaliers, Lin Yu has grown into an All-Star-level wing. LeBron James, who got his first true All-Star teammate, also played the most efficient personal performance in his career. This Cavaliers certainly has
Opportunity to compete for the championship.”
After a lengthy discussion, Zach Lowe gave his conclusion.
Then came Mark Stann. Compared to Zach Lowe, Mark Stann was much simpler. He asked a very realistic question: "Of course the Cavaliers already have the strength to compete for the championship, but facing a
The Celtics' three historic giants, the first thing they have to consider is how to break out of the Eastern Conference, so the question is, how do they break out of the Eastern Conference?"
Stephen A. Smith immediately clapped his hands and applauded: "Mark asked a great question. Facing the Celtics' Big Three, how can the Cavaliers break out of the Eastern Conference? Let's call Lin in China..."
Zach Lowe and Mark Stein were both a little surprised. Is this the effect of the show?
Stephen A. Smith took out his cell phone, flipped through it for a while, found Lin Yu's cell phone number that he had saved in the summer, and dialed it directly.
The bell only rang twice, and the sound of heavy breathing came from the receiver of the phone.
"Hello?"
Stephen A. Smith immediately screamed: "Oh my god, Lin, it's me, Stephen A. Smith. Did I call at the wrong time? Do you want me to just hang up?"
"No, Stephen, you are mistaken, I am just training."
On the other side of the phone receiver, Lin Yu was indeed training, and it was press training. David Alexander helped fix the barbell, and then handed the phone to Lin Yu, who answered the call, and then it was Stephen A. Smith.
What you heard.
"Okay, okay, Lin, I need to inform you that we are conducting a live broadcast. If you agree, just answer a question for us. If you refuse, just hang up the phone."
Lin Yu smiled. Of course he agreed, because all this was arranged. He called Stephen A. Smith and directed and acted the current scene to help him publicize and canvass votes.
"Ask a question, Stephen."
"Okay, let's start with the topic we started with, because the Cleveland Cavaliers have the best record in the league, so now we are discussing whether the Cavaliers are already one of the favorites to compete for the championship. Zach Lowe's
The answer is yes, and Mark Stein poses a question that you need to answer."
"Facing the historic Big Three of the Celtics, how can the Cavaliers break out of the Eastern Conference?"
Lin Yu smiled. He had not expected this question, but since the Celtics were mentioned, the answer was unique.
"It's simple, just beat the Celtics."
Zach Lowe was stunned for a moment, and Mark Stein laughed wildly next to him. Stephen A. Smith asked helplessly: "But the Celtics have the Big Three, and the Cavaliers only have you and LeBron. From the paper lineup, the Cavaliers
The possibility of beating the Celtics is too slim, so? Do you have any secret weapons?"
"First of all, Stephen, I don't think the outcome can be directly determined by just looking at the strengths and weaknesses of the lineup on paper. If it's really that simple, just send the O'Brien Cup to Boston. Secondly, we obviously have a secret weapon.
Yes, but I won’t say it, because if I say it, it will no longer be a secret weapon.”
"So, your goal is to beat the Celtics in the playoffs?"
"Beating the Celtics is just a small goal, and we can accomplish it easily."
There were screams in the studio, and Lin Yu's answer was very exciting.
Stephen A. Smith got what he wanted, and then changed the topic: "Okay, let's change the topic. Let's talk about the All-Star voting that has started. Do you think you can enter the All-Star game this season?"
Lin Yu immediately gave a very confident answer: "Of course, this is my personal small goal. I think I have the strength to play in the All-Star Game this year."
"Our program is one of the top three most watched programs on ESPN. You can canvass votes for yourself here. This is a thank you for taking the time to answer our call despite your busy schedule."
Lin Yu smiled, this was the real reason why he answered the phone.
"Well, I am Lin Yu, the swingman of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Lin Crazy, Huang Mamba, and the protagonist who many people say will join if they can't beat them. This season, I will participate in the voting for the All-Star Game. I hope to support
My fans were able to vote for me..."
At home in Cleveland, Lin Yu hung up the phone and said to David Alexander in front of him: "Go ahead, David, do three more groups, then take a break, and let's go practice without the ball."
For those five random attributes, Lin Yu suddenly returned to last season, training so seriously that even David Alexander was a little surprised.
He even felt that if Lin Yu had been so serious, his fee of US$300,000 for half a year would seem a bit low.