Don't talk trash to him.

Chapter 21 But LeBron, I'm not wearing number 33!
After the interview, Suwan and Calderon returned to the locker room. As soon as they entered the door, they saw LeBron James' closet. One of the unspoken rules of the NBA locker room is that the higher the status of the player in the team, the closer the closet is to the door. The large space makes it convenient for them to accept the interview.

The closet next to LeBron James is not Suwan's. --The second unspoken rule in NBA locker rooms is that the rookie's closet is often next to the team leader's closet, so that they can serve him better.

His locker is across from LeBron and originally belonged to Ricky Davis. After the Cavaliers traded Davis, the locker belonged to Boozer. Now Boozer is gone, and Danny Ferry left it to Suwan.

Calderon's closet is next to Suwan's.

The wardrobes of two rookies are next to each other, which is rare except for some "youth teams".

Su Wan guessed that maybe because Calderon had a good relationship with him, Danny Ferry specially arranged Calderon's wardrobe next to his. But it was just a guess, Danny Ferry had not told him about this.

This is what a "suck-up" is like, he always silently contributes behind the scenes.

Many players were eyeing Su Wan's wardrobe.

For example, Jeff McGinnis, who entered the team at the same time as them, wanted to move to this closet after Ricky Davis was traded, but was eventually beaten to it by Boozer. Although he is a veteran born in 96, Boozer was there before he came to the Cavaliers, and his tactical position was higher than his, so he had to give up.

Now a complete rookie comes along and actually beats him and takes the locker.

Therefore, he was very unhappy. He changed his clothes and waited for the other members of the Cavaliers to enter the locker room. He had been silent all the time, but suddenly he said to Su Wan and the other two who were chatting: "You two rookies over there, don't you see that everyone is here? Hurry up and buy us some water!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the locker room fell silent.

Some were just there to watch the fun, such as Ira Newbell, an undrafted player in 00 who made his mark as a swingman with his defense; others were insiders who knew why McGinnis was upset, such as his good friend, Cavaliers backup center DeSagana Diop;
Most of them are just waiting and watching.

For example, the power forward substitute Robert Traylor and the No. 23 substitute Alexander Pavlovich. The reason why they didn't speak was simple. They had just reported to the Cavaliers and didn't know what was going on.

Moreover, the Cavaliers didn't even prepare their press conference, so you can imagine their team's weak position.

The most senior player in the locker room is "Big Z" Zydrunas Ilgauskas. He is a good guy and has a good relationship with Yao Ming. When he saw Jeff McGinnis trying to use Suwan as a "surgical tool" to establish his authority and perform the traditional NBA art of "old people educating rookies", he frowned slightly and was about to speak when Suwan spoke:

"Are you talking to me?"

"What else? How many rookies are there in this room?"

In fact, the Cavaliers have another rookie this year, Anderson Varejao, the "future queen" selected by the Cavaliers with the first pick in the second round. However, he had to report to the team two days later due to personal matters, and even missed today's new player press conference.

Right now, Su Wan and Calderon are the only rookies in the room.

Calderon stood up obediently.

His idea is simple: it is better to have less trouble than more.

Su Wan grabbed him and smiled at McGinnis, "Jeff, do you have no money? Or is your leg broken? Since you want to drink water, why don't you buy it yourself? Or..."

Su Wan showed a strange smile: "Do you think I am here to assist you?"

The original sentence was said by Ricky Davis. He thought LeBron James was here to assist him, and then he was sent away.

Su Wan's meaning is very clear:

You're the only one who wants to act like a veteran to me?

You should first check if you are qualified!

The corners of "Big Z"'s mouth twitched and he almost laughed out loud.

I have heard that the new "Chinese rookie" has a perverse personality and is not an ordinary rookie. Today, I see that his reputation is well-deserved. McGinnis held back for a long time without responding. Su Wan turned his head and looked at Calderon as if nothing had happened, and continued the topic that had just been interrupted. Calderon was stunned and his brain was in a mess. How could he still have the mind to continue chatting with Su Wan!

The others looked at Su Wan's calm appearance and thought to themselves:

This rookie is not to be trifled with!

At this time, LeBron was also walking towards the locker room.

He already knew what Su Wan said at the press conference.

He was very dissatisfied with some of Su Wan's remarks.

For example, he said LeBron couldn't get the Cavaliers into the playoffs, but he could.

Although it is true that the Cavaliers did not make the playoffs last season, Suwan's words seriously damaged his image on the court. If you don't know, you might think that LeBron can only play statistics but can't lead the team to win!

He was very satisfied with some of Su Wan's remarks.

For example, he said he thought the two of them could become the next Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen...

Although LeBron has strong doubts about whether Suwan can reach Pippen's level.

However, just because he knows that "LeBron James is Jordan", LeBron can forgive his disrespectful remarks. Moreover, in LeBron's view, this is Suwan surrendering to him and acknowledging his unique position in the Cavaliers.

This is how he told LeBron:
I'm here to be your second!

His statement dispelled some of LeBron's previous worries. He no longer regarded Suwan as his "imaginary enemy". So as soon as he entered the locker room, he immediately showed a warm and bright smile, walked towards Suwan, and gave him a tight hug: "Man, I've finally waited for this day. We can fight side by side. We will definitely become the best partners. Just like you said, we will be another pair of Jordan and Pippen!"

Originally, Su Wan didn't know why LeBron was so enthusiastic.

I thought his "histrionic personality" had exploded.

But when he finished, Su Wan understood that he already knew what he said in front of the camera. It must be said that this guy has such a good relationship with the media since he entered the league. It has only been a short time since he finished the interview. I am afraid that before the media reported this matter, a reporter told LeBron about his remarks.

LeBron looked as if he had met him too late. Su Wan tried to hold it in for a long time, but couldn't help asking with a smile: "LeBron, then who do you think is Michael and who is Scottie among us?" - Originally, Su Wan's temper was not so reckless, but after more than two months of traveling through time, he felt that his youthful edges were slowly becoming sharper again.

LeBron's smile froze.

The others were equally stunned.

McGinnis, who was just sulking, was also shocked at this moment. From his expression, we can see what he was thinking:
This guy is crazy!

Does he even know what he's talking about?

"Big Z" was also stunned for a moment. Su Wan's eccentric personality once again exceeded his expectations.

The locker room was silent for two or three seconds. LeBron was still confused and did not react. Su Wan, whose evil taste was satisfied, said slowly: "What are you thinking about? LeBron, have you forgotten that you are wearing number 23?"

"Ah, hahahaha..." LeBron's expression was obviously relieved, and his face regained a smile. However, this restored smile was somewhat stiff. "Uncle, I didn't expect that you are still, you are quite humorous!"

Su Wan smiled but said nothing, and did not say the second half of the sentence:

But LeBron, I don't wear number 33!
(End of this chapter)