NBA: Miracle Workers

Chapter 788 The Ubiquitous "Clown" (No basketball content)
On Saturday, April 30, 2011, several Chicago media outlets congratulated Tom Thibodeau and Derrick Rose.

The former won the 2010-11 Coach of the Year (COY) award, while the latter won the Most Valuable Player award. With these two happy events, Chicago was once again "boiling" with basketball.

At 22 years old, Derrick Rose led his team to 61 wins, dominated Kobe Bryant in the playoffs, and being a Chicago native, the young man completely ignited the passion of local fans!
The last Bulls player to win this prestigious award was Michael Jordan. Years after being "ruined" by championship guard Latrell Sprewell, even local basketball commentators were exclaiming:

"Its daybreak!"

At this time of transition, Rose did not choose "superstar basketball," earning him more respect from the media. Bulls president Forman proudly stated in an interview:
"We are incredibly proud of what Derrick has accomplished!"

“No matter what his ceiling is, Derrick will achieve his goals because of his desire and determination.”

"Lee is the youngest MVP in NBA history, but Derrick was only 22 when he won the award, which is also a terrifying number. We believe he will get better and better!"

Rose was overjoyed at the first major honor of his career, and the Bulls gave the young star a day off so he could better prepare for his speech the next day.

During another ESPN interview, Rose, who received high praise from the general manager, didn't hide his joy, smiling throughout as he expressed his gratitude.

"Winning the MVP at 22 will motivate me to work even harder. I want to work hard to get the job done! I even want to stay on the training court and keep honing my basketball skills."

"I love hearing fans chant 'MVP.' Hearing that chant in the United Center gets my blood pumping; it's an amazing feeling!"

"I thank Coach Thibodeau for his strict demands on me, and I also thank all my teammates and the fans who have always supported me. I swear I will not let everyone down."

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The semifinals begin tomorrow, and no one is criticizing the Bulls for taking a break at this time, which is indeed something to celebrate. As for their opponent tomorrow night, the Cavaliers, most Chicago fans don't seem to care.

In the first round, Howard performed well, but his back injury recurred in Game 5, and he only played for 20 minutes. Currently, "Happy Beast" is still in doubt for the game.

In terms of roster depth, the Bulls have the advantage. Luol Deng performed no worse than Rose in the first round, and if Howard can't play at 100%, the Bulls have a very high chance of winning this series!

Major media outlets have been reporting on Derrick Rose's award, and the same is true in San Antonio. However, in a column this morning, local fans were more concerned about the following after seeing the news:

What exactly happened to Tim Duncan?

As fellow MVPs, many sports media outlets had wanted to interview Duncan to hear his thoughts on younger players, but after half a month, they couldn't find the former MVP anywhere.

Until yesterday, when a fan posted a photo of Duncan receiving medical treatment, it seems that the Spurs' star player is experiencing serious psychological problems and is currently undergoing treatment.

Head coach Popovich didn't hide the news, confirming that Duncan has been "unwell" this season and has been seeing a psychologist since the "wife-swapping scandal."

Spurs fans finally understood why Duncan seemed so unmotivated after seeing the news. "Yu Yu" was something that couldn't be helped, and all they could do was wish him well.

In an interview with the San Antonio Express-News, the old man dropped the pretense and spoke frankly:
"Life is more important than basketball. Compared to the playoffs, our primary goal is to help Tim get back to health."

"In this respect, I think we have succeeded. We have been through a lot together. You can't rush to win a championship. God will eventually see our efforts."

The reason why the Spurs missed the playoffs was kept secret for a whole season, and only now are basketball commentators beginning to understand. Many people expressed sympathy for Duncan, who was nicknamed "Jade".

Last year's situation was a huge blow to any man. It would have been understandable if Duncan had just retired. The fact that he continued to work only shows that the former MVP still has an unparalleled love for basketball.

TNT then discussed the fates of the MVPs besides Lee Woo, noting that apart from the veteran Shaq, the others didn't seem to be doing very well.
Ernie Johnson even joked about the trophy, confidently commenting on it on a show:

"The MVP is cursed. While praying to God, don't forget to get Lee's approval!"

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The Associated Press also reported on Derrick Rose's award, and also released playoff statistics, showing an upward trend in viewership compared to last year.

In particular, Game 3 of the first round between the Bulls and the 76ers had a viewership of over 800 million. Kobe's performance in "writing a letter" was disappointing, which made many fans begin to understand Jim Buss's choice.

The Los Angeles Times, capitalizing on the situation, featured Lakers Vice President Magic Johnson's stance in today's edition. The legend, in a change of heart, praised the management's decisions:

"Dr. Buss made the right choice. The Lakers of the past were too slow and lacked some athleticism."

"In modern basketball, you have to have speed. Look at the current playoff teams; the young players jump higher and run faster. In this respect, the Lakers are currently second to none!"

"Kobe was outstanding, but his career has entered the next stage. We will all be grateful for his past contributions to the team, and his number 8 jersey will eventually be displayed in the rafters."

Previously, they didn't agree with rebuilding, but now that Stoudemire and Iguodala's duo easily won the first round, the legends' attitudes have changed.

Even the Lakers' coaching staff recently spoke out, with Gary Vitti explaining from a scientific perspective why Jim Buss insisted on trading for the Mamba:
"Kobe's joint degeneration is irreversible, and the repeated surgeries on his right knee make it difficult for him to return to his former state."

"This isn't just Kobe's problem; all older stars face this situation. Once you fall behind in this league, it means you'll have a much tougher time playing."

The article concluded by inquiring about Li You's health. While Gary Vitti didn't directly state "also deteriorating," he ultimately provided a rather tactful explanation:
"Lee is not Superman. Dr. Lisa Callahan of the Knicks has a plan this season to extend Lee's peak period."

"Rest is the best course of action. Every great player eventually faces this problem, and we can only offer advice from a scientific perspective."

The Los Angeles Times article this morning delighted Lakers fans; Gary Vitti's point was very valid: regression is irreversible.

Countless great players have proven this point. The Knicks era is over. Maybe they can win two more championships, but a back-to-back championship is impossible. Harden can't keep going!

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On the afternoon of the 30th, the Washington Capitol Country Club was more lively than usual, with half of Hollywood gathering there recently, and some members of Congress also choosing to play a few rounds of golf over the weekend.

At 16 PM, Li You and his group had already begun their return journey and started to enjoy the beautiful sunset together. The lush green scenery as far as the eye could see made Ostan-Gorsby, who was in a bad mood, breathe a sigh of relief.

As chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, Austan Goolsby has risen to prominence in the past two years and is known as "Washington's most interesting celebrity".

After following Obama into the White House, Goolsby became a "decision-maker," appearing not only on news programs but also frequently on comedy shows like The Daily Show.

Last year, Goolsby ranked high on The New Yorker's list of the ten most intriguing political figures.

Goolsby's name was also among Salon's 15 sexiest men of 2010. His baldness did not stop political women from admiring him, and he has now reached the "pinnacle of life".

Back in the lobby, Goolsby greeted everyone with a smile, while more family members circled around Li You. It was the official opening weekend, and many ladies were out and about at this time.
After the group sat down on the sofa in the corner, Goolsby took off his hat, glanced at Kim and Melinda, who were dressed in men's clothing, and said with a rather helpless expression:
“I plan to resign in early June. This is not an impulsive decision, Wexler. You can understand this choice, given that I have, in fact, ‘achieved nothing’ in Washington.”

In last year's foreclosure scandal, Goolsby and David Axelrod accepted lobbying from Axelrod Capital.

Back in 07, Ax Capital pioneered the "foreclosure" rule, and subsequently profited from it during the financial crisis.

Subsequently, major US investment banks forcibly foreclosed during the crisis, which, after in-depth investigation by relevant media, drew nationwide condemnation.
In this situation, both Goolsby and David Axelrod tried to smooth things over; the former even spoke up for the investors, while the latter "dropped the pretense" on a CBS program, publicly representing the Obama administration.
"In fact, effective foreclosure should probably continue."

That's the allure of the US dollar; vested interests can always influence the government's attitude. In the end, the redemption scandal was dropped, and no journalists delved into the agreement between Ax Capital and Goldman Sachs. The US dollar landed safely.

David Axelrod is extremely influential in Chicago, has a long-established reputation in political consulting firms, and currently serves as a senior advisor to the White House. He is a powerful figure in Washington.

In contrast, the young Goorsby was less impressive. His economic policies failed to gain support, and aside from appearing on television to amuse the public, he never achieved his ambitions.

“I intend to return to the University of Chicago, and of course I am willing to provide any assistance if needed.”

After briefly explaining his plan, Gursby appeared relaxed, while Milinda, with her ponytail, smiled and changed the subject, saying:
"It seems I can easily become a member of the American Bar Foundation. If possible, I'd also like to go back to university. Li only graduated this year; we really should have gone to Yale for further studies."

When talking about campus life, Goolsby became happy and even boasted about his identity in the Skull and Bones society, which, according to many conspiracy theories, is a branch of the Illuminati.

Dressed similarly in sportswear, Jin shook her golden ponytail, making a joke from time to time, and no longer mentioned continuing the collaboration.

Although Ax Capital still needs more support, forcing things won't work, and it's clear that the other party has received some information and is no longer planning to use money for services.
When Li You silently sat down next to the girls, they had almost finished their conversation. Seemingly thinking about the White House Correspondents' Association dinner that evening, Goolsby raised an eyebrow, subtly reminding them:
“Li, perhaps you should stop Tang Nade from attending the banquet; it’s definitely not a pleasant evening for him.”

On Thursday, Donald, seemingly resigned to his fate, gave a speech in Las Vegas, continuing to promote his views while launching a fierce attack on the White House.

The "birth issue" is mentioned in every speech, and Donald, who has become an opinion leader, has thoroughly angered Obama. Tonight, the president plans to respond publicly.
"I know, thank you for your advice, you'll always be our friend!"

Li You shook hands with the other party again, a smile appearing on his face. He simply patted the unsuccessful economic advisor on the shoulder, and Goolsby grinned as well, then greeted his wife, Robin Winters, on the other side.

The two seemed to have a good relationship. Winters, with her fair skin and long, wavy blonde hair, smiled as she sat down next to her husband. They stopped talking about work and began discussing dresses.

At 17 PM, back at the hotel preparing for dinner, Melinda chuckled as she watched Li You massaging Jin's shoulders. The busty girl, as always, said with a touch of mischievousness:

"Honey, are you planning to attend the French ambassador's midnight party? Apparently, a lot of people want to see you."

The dinner officially begins at 22 p.m., followed by the president's address, and social activities continue until midnight, after which the party becomes a unique celebration.

This year, the French ambassador invited a bunch of Hollywood heartthrobs and beauties, and anyone interested can participate. The party will most likely last until 3 a.m., so even civilized people need to relax.
Lee Yoo, who had no interest in attending the silver party, pouted. Seeing Kim also looking up at him, he said with amusement:
"I'd rather come back sooner to be with you guys. I'm not a 20-year-old guy who only looks at big-butt girls."

Now a congressman, Kim wanted to continue discussing the recent situation in Washington, noting that Liz Cheney had already begun preparing for her Senate election and that she needed to be mindful of her spending.

"You guys are crazy!"

Suddenly tackled, Jin noticed the large-breasted girl groping him. Li You's gray T-shirt had also disappeared without him noticing. Amidst the laughter and commotion, the mature Jin could only let out a soft cry.

In the end, the three of them went to the bathroom naked to whisper to each other. As for the dinner party that followed, all that could be done was wish Tang Nade good luck.

Around 22 p.m., a group of senior White House officials and social celebrities gathered in the luxurious banquet hall, where Li You, dressed in a black suit and bow tie, sat next to Bloomberg.

The group was not seated at the front; apart from Kim and Melinda, most of the people sitting around them were the mayor's friends and their friends.

Everyone was laughing and joking. As the image appeared on the screen at the front, the lights dimmed to the accompaniment of rhythmic music, focusing on the smiling Obama.

As Real American by Derringer played, Obama's birth certificate began to flash rhythmically on the big screen, and cheers and low laughter erupted.

Kim had expected the press conference to be relatively formal as usual, but Obama started off with something "abstract." Kim, who was attending such an event for the first time, subconsciously looked at Lee Woo, while Milinda next to her shook her head slightly.

Both men were dressed in white formal attire, which made them stand out among the elderly people. This made the mayor curse under his breath, as Bloomberg felt that his old friends all had smiles in their eyes.

The opening music was incredibly energetic, and Li You even saw footage of his dunk over the Knicks in the 97 Eastern Conference Finals and his game-winning shot against the Bulls at the United Center in 98.
Standing behind the podium, Obama, dressed in a smart black suit, was grinning from ear to ear, his whole body radiating joy. Before the music video ended, the audience stood up, applauded, and cheered loudly.

“My fellow Americans!”

As soon as Obama opened his mouth, laughter erupted in the room, as if everyone understood the president's joke.
"My Fellow Americans" is a political comedy film in which the president deliberately uses a tone that mocks his poll results, implying that Hollywood is his core voter base.

The laughter and shouts continued unabated. Obama, showing his white teeth, seemed extremely satisfied. Once the scene quieted down again, he immediately started talking about his birth certificate, which quickly brought up laughter once more.

After greeting everyone present, Obama immediately announced that he would release the official birth video, which immediately filled the banquet hall with laughter.

Everyone looked in Tang Nade's direction; without a doubt, the supporting actor for tonight had been decided.
He kept reminding everyone to keep a serious expression, but when the Lion King animation appeared on the big screen, cheerful laughter broke out again.

Obama's teasing of Fox News set the press conference in a lighthearted atmosphere, and this was just the beginning. When the president began mocking Donald's desire to run for office, he even released a funny picture.

A young girl appears around the gleaming white house, and a huge English billboard reminds everyone of Donald's style.

The second instance of mockery finally drew murmurs from the crowd; clearly, many hadn't expected Obama to humiliate a billionaire in such a way.
But that wasn't the end. A few minutes later, when co-host Seth Myers stood on stage and mocked Donald again, the "hat trick" completely ignited the party!

Tang Nade, his face flushed, knew the cameras were pointed at him. He maintained a smile as several women around him whispered among themselves. The clown was born.

By 23 p.m., the banquet was more than halfway through, and those preparing for the midnight revelry had already begun their activities.

Rashida Jones, son of a famous actor, Jon Hamm from Mad Men, Stephen Colbert, and Chase Crawford, who played a leaf in Gossip Girl, were among those who appeared at the hotel.

Larry King, the recently retired legendary CNN host, was introducing Lee Yoo to his new girlfriend when Donald, still smiling, leaned in.

Li You had no choice but to say goodbye to the old man. Ignoring the mocking looks around them, Donald put his arm around Li You and whispered in his ear, but his tone was somewhat resentful:

"I want to make a deal with the establishment!"

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(End of this chapter)