The China Games was held at the Wukesong Stadium in the capital. After a month, Lin Yu once again appeared at the Capital Airport.
Compared with last time, the airport welcomed more fans, including not only Lin Yu fans, but also LeBron James fans.
Compared with the history of previous lives, the time for LeBron James to harvest a large number of domestic fans has not yet arrived, but perhaps because of teaming up with Lin Yu, LeBron James already has a large number at this time, enough to rank among the top five in the NBA.
of Chinese fans.
The fans who were picking up the plane were cheering and shouting out the names of Lin Yu and James.
But because there were too many fans at the scene, the airport security did not let the Cavaliers stay at the entry channel for too long. Lin Yu just waved his hands to both sides and had a small interaction.
LeBron James is also waving his hands non-stop. The commercial endorsements he has received from China in the past two years have increased James' annual income by a large margin. He has realized that this huge market of 1.3 billion is very important to him.
How important it is.
Two hours later, the Rockets also arrived at the Capital Airport, but compared to the madness the Cavaliers encountered, the welcome they received was much less.
On the one hand, Dayao is a center, and his ability to attract fans is not as good as outside star players. His performance and highlights in the past two years are also far inferior to Lin Yu. In terms of the number of domestic fans, Dayao has been far behind Lin Yu.
On the other hand, LeBron James' upward momentum is more capable of attracting fans than McGrady's already declining momentum.
Overall, the Cavaliers obviously have more domestic fans.
After arriving in the capital, the Cavaliers rested for a night, and then the next day, October 6, capital time, under the official arrangement of the NBA, they appeared in Badaling together with the Rockets.
On the one hand, it’s publicity, but on the other hand, it’s also about letting these black, hard, white, and rough guys in the NBA experience Chinese culture.
NBA officials have spared no effort to develop this 1.3 billion Chinese market.
At the entrance to Badaling, Lin Yu first said hello and hugged Dayao, and then gave high-fives and hugs to Tracy McGrady, Sean Battier, and Luis Scola behind Dayao.
Unlike the Cavaliers, who struggled to maintain their championship-winning core lineup in the summer, the Rockets, who were relatively successful in the regular season last season but completely failed in the playoffs, have been looking for changes all summer.
They have pursued Rashard Lewis, Ron Artest of the Kings, and there have been scandals with Carter of the Nets and Chauncey Billups of the Pistons.
But in the end, none of these big-name names appeared on the Rockets' roster for the new season.
But even so, the Rockets still have a big change in the new season.
They acquired Aaron Brooks and Carl Landry through the draft, signed back Steve Francis, who didn't know how much gas was left in the tank, and then through a trade, they acquired Louis-League, who was already the MVP of the European League.
Scola.
Overall, the Rockets' strength has been strengthened. At least, Dayao's best helper at the fourth position, recognized by many, has arrived.
In addition, later well-known rookies like Aaron Brooks and Carl Landry also provided protection for the Rockets' bench.
After a while, at a high ground on the Badaling Great Wall, teammates and Rockets opponents scattered in all directions. Lin Yu and Dayao gathered together and chatted for a few words.
Naturally, we talked about the new season. Dayao said half-jokingly: "You are going to leave Lewis this year, right? The main core lineup is basically retained, and it should be to fight for two consecutive championships. Think about it, I am ahead of you."
After a few years in the NBA, the gap has widened so much now..."
He also made a gesture, which meant that the gap was already huge.
Lin Yu smiled and shook his head: "You also said that the main core lineup has been retained. With Lewis gone, there will be a huge vacancy at the fourth position alone."
"I remember Lewis played very poorly in the playoffs, right? With him or without him there is no difference."
"No, Brother Yao, he's not a bad player, he's just a mess. Do you understand what I mean?"
Dayao shook his head, he didn't understand what kind of description it was to be confused.
Lin Yu tilted his head and thought about how to explain: "It doesn't matter whether he wins or loses, it seems to have nothing to do with him. It's a mess, but it's not a scam."
"Then there is still no difference between him and him, right?"
Dayao spread his hands and Lin Yu shook his head: "No, there is still a difference. I said, he just looks confused, but in fact he still plays a great role on the court. At least his three-pointer at the fourth position can greatly
He used to contain the defense, but now that he is gone and replaced by Dudley, Brian Cook and others, it will be difficult for them to play the same role."
"So, the rumor is that your new starter at No. 4 is Darko Milicic?"
"Yes, you are too well-informed. Milicic is in the position because he has excellent defense and a mid-range shot. But overall, we will also switch to defense in the new season."
What Lin Yu meant by switching to defense here refers to the shift of focus to defense. Dayao felt it was a pity: "It's a pity. Your offense was so beautiful last season. You played defensive counterattacks and fast breaks. This is the only one in the league. It's too good."
It’s a pity to just switch to defense after attracting fans.”
This time it was Lin Yu who showed his hand: "There is nothing we can do. Who made the Cavaliers' salary space explode? There are no people left, and no suitable replacement can be found."
"Speaking of salary, how did you resolve the contract issue with the Cavaliers? Is that the end of it?"
Dayao naturally knew the details of Lin Yu's farce with the Cavaliers in the summer, but Dayao was less clear about some of the things that happened after Lin Yu returned to Cleveland for pre-season training.
"It hasn't been solved much, and no one mentioned it again. Anyway, the hidden danger is buried. It just depends on whether something else ignites the hidden danger."
Dayao frowned: "So, immigrants like us encounter too many problems and troubles, unfair treatment, and cultural differences. There are too many."
Lin Yu actually smiled: "Don't think so much, Brother Yao, any unfair treatment or cultural differences are nothing in the face of absolute strength!"
"Brother Yao, I think we can join forces in the future to form a Chinese team and sweep the NBA."
Speaking of joining forces, Dayao also smiled: "So, are you coming to the Rockets?"
Lin Yu shook his head: "I don't want to go to the Rockets. Alexander is too stingy. Daryl Morey is also a stingy guy. He doesn't have much achievements. I think, Brother Yao, just leave if you have the chance. The Rockets are a ball
The team really doesn’t have much of a future.”
Lin Yu's words were not because he knew Morey's later political remarks, but because he gave Dayao some advice from a fan's perspective.
Regardless of whether Morey is involved in politics or not, judging from the history of his previous life, it was always a wrong choice for Dayao to be loyal to the first team.
Because Yao achieved nothing in his nine-year NBA career from beginning to end and was also plagued by injuries.
But Lin Yu's words were not very recognized by Dayao. Dayao just smiled and shook his head: "Besides, my situation is the same as yours. My rookie contract expires and I can only renew my contract with the Rockets. I want to leave at least
We have to wait until this contract expires."
Lin Yu nodded. He knew that Dayao signed a five-year extension with the Rockets when his rookie contract expired in 2006. The contract will expire in 2011.
In his previous life, Dayao couldn't even make it through to the end of his contract due to injuries.
However, at this time and space, Lin Yu's advice from more than a year ago had an effect. Dayao did not continue to gain weight. Although the hidden danger of injury existed, it was not that serious.
"If Dayao can last until 11 years, my four-year contract will also expire in 11 years. Then we will really have a chance to join forces..."