Don't talk trash to him.

Chapter 73 Good News

Artest saw Bill Simmons barking again and was very angry: "I really want to twist his head off!"

For the first time, Suwan did not stop Artest from using violence to solve the problem. If Artest really killed Bill Simmons like this, he would visit him in prison and give him a nice CD.

The main reason is that Bill Simmons is such a disgusting person.

He specializes in attracting attention by writing articles that discredit Chinese players.

This guy has said many times before that Yao Ming is not worthy of the title of "No. 1 pick", and now it seems that he has set his sights on him.

"Uncle, is it okay?" After saying this angrily, Artest looked worried.

Su Wan was so angry that he laughed.

"Ron, do you think the Spurs can limit me?"

Artest didn't say anything, but his evasive eyes said it all:
Yeah, uncle, I think the Spurs can limit you!
No wonder he thinks so.

The Spurs really do have a way to deal with breakthrough players who can't shoot.

Su Wan didn't say much, and dragged Artest to the temporary arena, and then in front of him, he made various mid-range jump shots with a very impressive hit rate. He shot 20 balls and missed about three or four. This was when Su Wan hadn't warmed up.

Artest was stunned: "When did your shooting become so accurate?"

Su Wan waved his hand calmly: "This is how a genius like me works!" - Su Wan continued to pour the zone values ​​gained from the past few games into "Shooting", and now his "Shooting" potential value has reached 90 points.

In addition, he has been practicing mid-range shooting for a month and a half, and now his mid-range shooting has reached 68 points.

It is still 2 points away from the league's starting level.

It won't be his trump card, but it can definitely no longer be said to be his weak spot.

"Man, it looks like the Spurs are going to suffer because of you tomorrow!" Artest could already imagine Suwan shooting from mid-range to force Popovich to call a timeout tomorrow.

After saying this, he was about to go back, but was stopped by Su Wan.

"What?" Artest was confused again. Could it be that Su Wan was going to demonstrate some new skills?
Su Wan said: "Don't be dazed, Rick didn't arrange any training today, but our bullfighting can't stop!"

"..." Artest suddenly wanted to know something, "Brother, are you a masochist?"

Every time Su Wan was beaten by him, he would still continue to fight him. He admitted that the training was effective, and Su Wan's ability to hold the ball and play singles has been getting better and better recently, but such a process of improvement is too painful, right?
If he were to switch roles with Su Wan, he would definitely not be able to do what Su Wan did.

This is already considered self-abuse!

Su Wan smiled and said, "If I want to prove myself sooner, I must endure this pain!"

The next day, before the Pacers' key match against the Spurs even started, the Pacers received some unexpected good news:
The league officially announced that Stephen Jackson's remaining suspension will be waived, and he will be able to return to the court in the game against the Spurs.

No one expected this news.

Rick Carlisle told everyone the inside story.

It turns out that recently, the voices of Indiana speaking out for Artest have been getting louder and louder. Suwan's remarks after the "Christmas Game" also caused a lot of discussion and had a growing impact. More and more media outlets spoke out for the Pacers. In order to prevent the situation from further escalating, the league finally decided to exempt Stephen Jackson from the remaining suspension.

"But unfortunately, Ron still won't be back until next season!" Rick Carlisle said with regret. Artest was a little frustrated when he heard the news.

He has been paying attention to the outside world these days. Seeing so many Indiana fans speaking up for him, he really fantasized about the possibility of returning this season, but in the end, no miracle happened.

Su Wan looked at his clenched fist and patted his shoulder: “At least Stephen can return early.”

This is also good news.

His reminder made Artest quickly stand up and congratulate Stephen Jackson: "Congratulations, man!"

Jackson didn't say anything, but you could tell from his expression that he was really happy.

This news soon spread throughout the league, causing dissatisfaction among the Detroit media. They believed that the league was too biased towards the Pacers. The Indiana media was not a pushover either, and immediately responded with Suwan’s words:

"The first person to attack did nothing wrong, but the one who acted in self-defense was severely punished. Who is being favored?"

This "war of words" has further deepened the hatred between the two sides.

That night, Rick Carlisle did not hesitate at all and directly put Stephen Jackson, who had just been released from the ban, into the starting lineup.

The Pacers' starting lineup that night was: "Tinsley at No. 1, Suwan at No. 2, Stephen Jackson at No. 3, Jermaine O'Neal at No. 4, and Fortes at No. 5;"

If nothing unexpected happens, this will also be the Pacers' final starting lineup this season.

The Spurs' starting lineup that night was "Tony Parker at No. 1, Manu Ginobili at No. 2, Bruce Bowen at No. 3, Tim Duncan at No. 4, and Rasu Nesterovic at No. 5;"

In terms of lineup, the Pacers are quite similar to the Spurs.

The No. 3 position is a non-traditional No. position that relies on breaking through the lineup and whose personal offensive ability is greater than his organizational ability; the No. position is a "crazy" wing who can "kill anyone who stands in his way"; the No. position is a "D player" who relies on defense and three-pointers to gain a foothold in the league; the No. position is the core of the team's offense and defense; the No. position is a large-tonnage inside player...

Of course, it is not surprising that they are so similar. Rick Carlisle himself is an "absolute fan" of Popovich. He has admitted more than once that the head coach he admires most is Popovich and he has learned a lot from him.

Before today's game, Popovich praised Suwan again, saying that there was no other option for the 04 "Best Rookie": "He is really an outstanding rookie!"

So much so that when Rick Carlisle shook hands with Popovich, he couldn't help but ask: "Greg, what tactics have you prepared against Uncle?"

Popovich just smiled and didn't say much.

Rick Carlisle could only say to Suwan before he came on the court: "Uncle, you have to always pay attention to the opponent's defensive changes."

Su Wan didn't look nervous. He studied the Spurs' perimeter before the game:

Tony Parker is unlikely to pose any threat to him whether he is defending alone or helping out.

Manu Ginobili is a "flopping king", just pay attention to his sudden "stealing hand". The only way to limit Ginobili from becoming a better player is his defense.

What Su Wan really needs to pay attention to is...

Bruce Bowen!

Brothers, please be patient, mine is actually very long, I’m not lying.

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(End of this chapter)