Chapter 223 The Golden Demon and the Secret Demon

Latest website: At noon on April 15th, Jazz head coach Jerry Sloan said in an interview with the media:

"Basketball is a team sport after all. Feilong's super personal ability makes the Knicks' games tend to be a situation where one person plays and four people watch. He is more destructive than Jordan in the 1986/87 season. I think it’s time to change something, and we need some kind of rules to bring the game back to its original trajectory, to make the game more balanced. Yes, I’m referring to the anti-isolation singles rule.”

This is an absolutely naked statement. Everyone knows that the Jazz is calling for the "Jordan Rules" and hopes that the league will introduce rules to limit Zhao Dong's offense.

Sloan's statement immediately received support from many people and teams, ironically including Bulls general manager Jerry Krause and head coach Phil Jackson.

Of course, heavyweights like Pat Riley and Popovich, who pays the most attention to team basketball, are also indispensable.

"Coach Jackson, do you agree with Sloan's statement?"

Following Sloan, Phil Jackson also accepted an interview with the media. When asked, he said: "Because Jordan was too strong back then, he was restricted. Now, we also hope that the league can provide us with the same kind of basketball." Level playing field.”

Jerry Krause said to the media: "I agree with Sloan and Jackson's opinions. Feilong has become a super player of Jordan's level. He has super offensive capabilities that disrupt the balance of the game. We really need to make the game more To be fair, this is the same as restricting Jordan back then."

Pat Riley was more straightforward when facing the media. He said: "Feilong and Jordan are different types of players. Jordan's rules are actually no longer suitable for the current environment. If we restart this rule, we must modify some provisions. "

Driven by these influential figures in the league, the voice for restarting the anti-isolation singles law became louder and louder, and Stern also held two consecutive meetings for this purpose.

On the day when the Knicks' regular season ended, New York TV set up a program specifically for Zhao Dong, inviting two Knicks Hall of Fame superstars to be guests.

The host's name was Jigel. He read Zhao Dong's data and said with great regret: "Unfortunately, in the competition for data kings, Feilong only won the scoring title.

Under him, Jordan averaged 29 points per game, which was a certain decline from last season. This also means that Jordan's overall strength is indeed declining. Of course, this does not represent Jordan's playoff level. The real Jordan is in the playoffs. "

Willis Reed laughed and said: “Feilong’s average data per game,

With our record ranked second in the Eastern Conference and third in the league, I believe he will win the first regular season MVP in his career. "

"I think so too." Jigel smiled.

Then he added: "Feilong lost to Camby who was traded away in terms of blocks. Camby averaged 3.7 blocks per game and lost to Rodman in rebounds. The dragon averaged 15 blocks per game this season." A rebound.

Walter Frazier, another Knicks Hall of Famer, said: "This is understandable. The dragon's energy is too scattered and cannot cover all areas and cannot be focused."

Keiger nodded and said: "If he can win the scoring title and MVP at the same time, it will be the greatest affirmation for him this season."

Then he added: "In addition, judging from this data, Feilong's efficiency and lethality are very amazing. He is also the first player in the league in personal win-loss value, personal efficiency value, defensive efficiency, and offensive efficiency value. He remains in the top five in the league in terms of rebounds, steals, and blocks. I think these statistics are enough for Feilong to qualify for MVP and also qualify for DPOY honors."

Willis Reed nodded and said: "Feilong's defense inside and outside is very good. In terms of efficiency and data, I agree with you."

"I agree too." Zhao Dong, who was watching the show, echoed.

"I agree too." Lindsay in Zhao Dong's arms echoed.

He opened the system to see if any rewards for the scoring champion had been issued, and he saw that five quality points had actually been issued.

He had been waiting for quality points for a long time, and he couldn't help but be overjoyed as he needed this reward.

This season, the system issued some tasks before the All-Star Game, but after that, the system seemed to go into shock. For two months, there was no movement at all.

Zhao Dong estimates that by next season, the system may really go into shock, and then you will have to rely entirely on yourself.

However, his physical fitness is close to the limit of a hexagonal warrior. He has a lot of gold-medal skills and other techniques that he can practice by himself. The need for the system is indeed not that high.

Flexibility is now level 94, and he immediately used two quality points to upgrade it to level 95. After reaching the super level, all restrictions of this quality on other qualities and skills will no longer exist, and there is no need to improve anymore.

Balance is now level 90. This quality has no restrictions on other qualities, but it has restrictions on certain skills, such as fadeaway jumpers and so on.

He thought about it, and instead of adding more points, he accepted the reward of "Grant Hill's First Step".

"Tip, this skill will be integrated with the ball-holding breakthrough technology, do you want to proceed?" the system prompted.

"Integration." Zhao Dong said.

The first step of this skill is the first step of breaking through with the ball, and fusion is the best choice.

Soon, the fusion was completed. His level 95 gold medal skill, breakthrough with the ball, was upgraded, and the gold medal effect was also strengthened.

Level 96 gold medal special effects for breaking through with the ball: the chance of getting rid of the defender is increased by 50%, and the chance of breaking the double team is increased by 40%.

"Level 96. Although it has only been improved by one level, the gold medal effect is very strong. It is considered very good."

Now he still has two unclaimed rewards in his hand, one is one of Jordan's skills, and the other is one-sixth of the dominance fragments.

After thinking for a few minutes, he decided to upgrade the balance level to level 91.

"The system, my current quality, if I cover Michael Jordan's turnaround jumper, will my level improvement be limited?" he asked.

"meeting."

"How restrictive is it?"

"Level 1."

"Level 1? The restrictions are very small."

Zhao Dong thought for a while and decided not to wait. It was only first-class. Now the coverage should be able to reach the super-first-class level, right?

"System, I choose Jordan's turnaround jumper and cover it immediately."

"Covering begins."

"End of coverage. Coverage effect: Turn and fade away jumper increased to level 94."

"Horse! Jordan, why are you only level 95?" Zhao Dong was so depressed that you were just one level behind.

However, it is also understandable that Jordan's core strength has definitely not exceeded human limits, and the turnaround and fadeaway jumper is a great test of this quality. Only level 95 can understand it.

Although he has level 100 core strength, his balance limits him.

This technique also tests the quality of balance. If it is slightly worse, it will not be stable in the air, and the movements will be out of shape.

However, level 94 is already very good and can be used with confidence. It increases his back-up ability and makes up for a huge weakness.

There is only one quality point left, and all other qualities have reached the first-class level, except for the upper and lower body strength. He has improved the lower body strength from level 89 to level 90, just reaching the first-class level.

At this time, the TV program was still going on. The host Jigel suddenly changed the original topic and said: "You two, there has been a lot of talk about restarting the Jordan Rules these days. What do you think?"

Willis Reed and Walter Frazier looked at each other and both shrugged. The former smiled and said: "There are precedents there. I think Feilong will probably have to face some kind of rules against him in the playoffs." .”

"It's even different from Jordan's rules. After all, Feilong is different from Jordan. His passing is fatal. His shooting percentage in the game is also higher than Jordan's. He is more destructive." Fraser said.

"but……"

"It's an honor for the flying dragon," Willis Reed laughed.

Frazier said at this time: "But in fact, in the Eastern Conference Finals and Finals last season, the Bulls and Jazz implemented extreme defense against the Dragons, and the effect was not good."

"No, that's not quite."

Willis Reed shook his head and said: "For example, when he holds the ball at the top of the arc or at the free throw line, the Knicks often have several people sinking or cutting inside at the same time. This will inevitably distract the defensive team's defensive attention and allow He can break out of double teams more easily, and if it were a complete anti-isolation singles rule, it would be a foul, and the only result would be a direct exchange of possessions."

"So you two, do you think the best possibility for the league is to restart the anti-isolation singles rule?" Kiger asked.

"Yeah, I think that's inevitable."

Having said this, Willis Reed thought for a while and then said: "This season, in the regular season, Feilong did not encounter too many double-teams. He averaged 35.6 points per game very efficiently. With his terrifying efficiency, , if the league does not introduce some kind of restrictive rules, then in the next regular season, he may average 40 or 50 points per game."

"No team wants to face such a terrifying scorer." Frazier laughed.

"So do you think the league will revise the anti-isolation rules?" Keiger asked.

"Probably." The two nodded at the same time.

"Feilong, what should you do?" Lindsay asked.

"When soldiers come to block, water comes and soil floods. Jordan was blocked by the Jordan Law for three years, and then he created a dynasty. I will not lose to him."

Zhao Dong said in high spirits.

At this time, in Philadelphia, Iverson was also watching this show.

This season, his team still failed to reach the playoffs, which disappointed him.

He practiced for a few months during the last offseason, and that period was as painful as hell for him.

His strength is indeed stronger, and the stability of his shots and offensive efficiency have improved, but the results are not wonderful.

This kind of asymmetrical result between effort and reward severely affected his motivation to continue training.

His self-discipline is a big problem in itself, so he has decided to relax this offseason and have fun with his brothers.

"Are you really not going to practice more this offseason?" However, this program stimulated him again.

Now, rival Zhao Dong has forced the league to discuss restarting the anti-isolation singles rules. The gap between him and Zhao Dong is getting wider and wider, which is a big impact and blow to him.

"No, I want to become stronger. I can't lose to him. I will definitely be the strongest one in the class of 1995! I want to become more efficient."

Watching some of Zhao Dong's game footage played on the program, his heart gradually became firmer and he made a decision.

After the regular season, the Knicks took two days off to allow players to adjust their physical fitness.

But based on Ewing's accident before last season's finals, the Knicks management issued a strict abstinence order.

On the 19th, Zhao Dong came to the New York branch of Feilong Sporting Goods and learned about the situation.

General manager Hughes Wallace introduced: "Boss, since the All-Star Game, the sales of the Silver Devils have increased steadily. In two months, the sales in the United States have reached 1.27 million pairs, with New York accounting for 50% of the sales. Sales volume... Our next step is to reach sales of 10 million pairs per year..."

Zhao Dong calculated that after excluding freight, manufacturing costs, and operating costs, a gross profit of 30% can be achieved.

Domestic sales have now reached tens of millions. Although the price is only a quarter of that in the United States, the cost is much lower. Without the high transportation costs across the ocean, domestic operating costs are also much lower, and the average profit is also Around 20%.

Hughes Wallace continued: "Boss, both Nike and Adidas have launched a copycat version of the Silver Devil. One is called the Gold Devil and the other is called the Secret Devil. However, they are not well received by the market, and their performance and appearance are inferior. Silver Demon.

At present, we have initially opened up the market in North America and obtained about 10% of the market share. This is a good start for us..."

Then he added: "But I think the current headquarters operations have not kept up, and we have not developed some special sneaker styles in time.

For example, if you hit 5*5 in the All-Star Game, we can develop a commemorative sneaker, which is the best collectible for your fans.

For example, your four pairs were also wasted by us..."

"Mr. Wallace, you can suggest these opinions to the headquarters. I believe they will follow up." Zhao Dong nodded.

"I will, boss."

At noon, Zhao Dong made an appointment with Hu Weidong to have lunch at home.

"Brother Hu, this season is not bad. With your performance, maybe some teams want to trade you." Before lunch, the two chatted.

In the regular season, Hu Weidong averaged 11.2 points in 22 minutes per game and shot 42% from the field. He was the Knicks' fifth scoring point and an important force on the bench.

"Come on, I'll just stay here. After these few years of fighting, my body will be almost the same." Hu Weidong said with a smile.

Zhao Dong smiled and said: "Don't be in a hurry to go back during the offseason. Check your body. Treat what needs to be treated. If you take good care of your body, there is hope of getting another contract after finishing this contract."

"Yeah." Hu Weidong nodded.

Although the playing time is not as good as that in China, the confrontation here is far higher than that in China. Including the playoffs, the number of games in one season is three CBA seasons. His body consumes a lot and really needs maintenance.

Now he is no longer short of money. In addition to the team contract, Zhao Dong's Feilong Sports also gave him a domestic endorsement contract, which is worth several million yuan a year. He can definitely take care of his body.

"By the way, Brother Hu, you are not young anymore, you are 28, right? You are not getting married?" Zhao Dong asked.

"My girlfriend has only been dating for a year, and we have been separated for more than half a year now. However, we still have a lot of contact. We haven't mentioned the marriage yet." Hu Weidong said with a smile.

"What do you do in China?" Zhao Dong asked.

"I transferred from the army and worked in the Industrial and Commercial Bureau." Hu Weidong said with a smile.

In the afternoon, after Hu Weidong said goodbye, Zhao Dong and Lindsay drove to the supermarket.

The two talked about the Knicks' lineup, and Lindsay asked: "Feilong, now you have no offense inside and only create outside offense. If you don't feel good, it will easily lead to a collapse, right?"

Zhao Dong smiled and said: "Old Nelson's tactical play is only suitable for the regular season. It is highly entertaining and can attract fans to attend. Now that the playoffs are here, our tactical play will also be adjusted to increase low-post offense."

"Are you going back to the low position?" Lindsay asked with a smile.

"Yes, there is no one in this league who can withstand my low post attack. Even O'Neal can exchange blows with me, and my shooting percentage is even higher than his."

Zhao Dong smiled confidently.

"Hehe..." Lindsay laughed a few times and suddenly said: "After the season is over, Feilong, we agreed that we will go on our honeymoon."

"Of course, I will accompany you wherever you go in the world." Zhao Dong smiled.

"Okay." Lindsay said with a smile.

"Aiweier, what about Hong Kong?" Zhao Dong asked.

"By the way, the first round of attacks on Hong Kong by international capital led by Soros has ended. They sold hundreds of billions of Hong Kong dollars and severely damaged Hong Kong's finance." Lin Dao said.

"Oh, then the next wave is about to begin." Zhao Dong said.

"It should be brewing." Lin said.

"How big is Storm Fund now?" Zhao Dong asked.

"The scale of stable funds is US$4 billion, and the size of risk funds has reached US$2 billion. Currently, all foreign exchange market funds have been withdrawn from the Asian market, including East Asia. Japan has suffered huge losses this time, with more than 20,000 bankrupt entities. Home. By the way, our layout in the United States has been completed." Lin Dao.

"Oh, then our scale is not too small." Zhao Dong said in surprise.

"Half of it is our own money, and there are more and more other investors. Our rate of return is very high, and we have attracted a lot of investors. With Mrs. Dorisa's introduction, we have grown to such a large scale." Lindsay smiled. .

"Do you have a choice?" Zhao Dong asked.

"Of course, we only need to invest in non-U.S. borrowings, so we can avoid the control of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission." Lindsay smiled.

Zhao Dong nodded and said: "Aiweier, prepare a sum of funds. Once there are signs of a reversal in Hong Kong, invest it immediately, make a profit and invest in high-quality companies." Zhao Dong smiled.

"Are you sure Hong Kong can reverse?" Lindsay asked.

"Hong Kong has returned, and the whole of China is behind it. Soros cannot move it if he wants to. I judge that Hong Kong will take action on the interest rate, directly increasing the cost of international funds selling Hong Kong dollars." Zhao Dong said with a smile.

Nodding, Lin Dao said: "Is the two billion US dollars enough? Half of it will be invested in the stock market for long-term investment, and the other half will be invested in the foreign exchange market."

"enough."

Zhao Dong remembered that the central government used all its foreign exchange reserves at that time, which was 140 billion U.S. dollars. His funds could be regarded as adding more firewood, hoping to make Soros and others shed more blood.

According to his estimate, the current scale of Soros' Quantum Fund is only seven to eight billion US dollars.

Arriving at the supermarket, as the most influential superstar sports star in New York, the appearance of Zhao Dong immediately caused a rush of shopping customers.

After sending away those who wanted autographs, the two started shopping for ingredients.

This is a medium-sized supermarket run by Chinese. The location is a bit remote, but it has many items that Chinese people need, so I come here to shop.

Mainly to buy groceries. Zhao Dong plans to have Chinese food before the playoffs. He hasn't eaten Chinese food seriously in a long time.