Rekindling the dream of becoming a star

Chapter 247 NBA Nightlife
If you ask Chen Fang to choose his favorite stage of the match day, the answer he gives may be unexpected.

Post-match meal.

After high-intensity exercise, you need to eat a lot to replenish your energy. In the NBA, whether it is an away game or a home game, there will be a post-game meal. Away games will choose a certain restaurant, while home games will be in their own stadium.

Today is the final game of the preseason. We have won five games and it is reasonable for the boss to reward the whole team out of his own pocket.

But this is not the reason why Chen Fang likes it. It is because the idea of a group of people having dinner together after playing ball reminds him of the good times he played baseball before his rebirth.

Even though he was heavily in debt at that time and had to rely on playing street ball to survive, drinking, eating and bragging with his brothers after the game always soothed his inner sorrow.

At this moment, the entire Clippers team is having a dinner at LA Prime in downtown Los Angeles.

This is an authentic New York-style steakhouse located in a high-rise building, overlooking the entire night view of Los Angeles. The environment is extremely luxurious and it is one of the top restaurants in Los Angeles.

The box has a long table, which is very suitable for the team's catering culture. There are a wide variety of Western delicacies. Even the presentation gives people the feeling of Liu Laolao entering the Grand View Garden.

Shrimp cocktails, casino grilled clams, Caesar salad, lamb chops, and steaks were cooked to perfection and served with rich sauces. Because there was no management, everyone was relaxed, and under the leadership of Griffin and Jordan, the atmosphere of the dinner became lively.

The people sitting next to each other would tell their own stories, while Chen Fang would just work hard and act as a listener.

The bonuses were paid out after the game, with the main players taking the lion's share, followed by rotation players, while substitutes and fringe players also received some unexpected pay.

This distribution has been the same since high school. No one is dissatisfied, and no one is stupid enough to ask how much others got.

"Hey, Dashun, you are the protagonist today." Griffin shouted to Chen Fang across a few people.

Chen Fang wiped his mouth and replied, "There is no protagonist. All the victories are due to the whole team. Besides, I wasn't there when we played against the Kings. Brother, if you have no topics to talk about, I can provide some, but don't push me out!"

Chen Fang's words caused a burst of laughter. Griffin then suggested that they should relax later. After a full meal and a few drinks, people would want to have sex, and both men and women would have the urge.

This proposal immediately pushed the atmosphere to a climax. Jordan stood up and shouted, "No one can leave today. We must go together. The expenses will be on me!"

"Count me in." Griffin was a good brother, and he waved his hand to stop the others.

"It's just me and DeAndre, no one else should get involved."

Seeing the decision had been made, Chen Fang suddenly felt that the steak was no longer tasty. Damn it, there was no way he could avoid this.

1 OAK.

1 OAK (One of A Kind) in West Hollywood, Los Angeles is one of the most famous nightclubs in California. It is famous for its high-end clientele, celebrity appearances and top DJs. The nightclub has luxurious interior decoration and provides a unique nightlife experience, perfect for experiencing the luxury and glamour of Los Angeles.

It is also a top nightclub chain. The first store was opened in New York in 2007. In 2021, the sixth branch in the world opened in Shanghai. The address is Building A, No. 333, Longhua Road, Huangpu District, Huiwan Plaza.

It is in the Hip Hop style, featuring top DJs, and many new songs even appear for the first time on 1OAK.

This is where celebrities from Hollywood and the Grammy Awards hang out, and it's also a favorite haunt of cultural and sports superstars.

They went there in Griffin's car. On the way, Griffin kept talking about the adventures and happiness of the nightclub. When he turned around, he saw Chen Fang with a distressed face, so he wondered, "Are you feeling unwell?"

"No, it's just my first time there, so I'm a little nervous."

"Oh, don't worry, everything will be arranged for you." Griffin's smile made Chen Fang feel even more uneasy.

Although Chen Fang was not a novice and had seen and heard all kinds of situations, he was still very nervous when it came to the actual practice.

The Clippers' large group entered through a secret entrance to prevent being photographed by the media. This kind of group fun still needs to conceal their whereabouts.

After entering the elevator, I was immediately enveloped by deafening music. My skin began to feel numb and my hair tended to stand on end.

A truly luxurious and top-tier nightclub must be divided into different levels, and the design structure that connects the hall and the private rooms is not something that ordinary people like us can access.

1OAK has three floors in total. The bottom floor is for ticketing, and the second and third floors are for membership. Each floor has a different style, and the higher the floor, the higher the specifications. The large area is divided into many areas, and the structure of each area is different, but usually there are sofas + hollow halls, and the DJ is in the center, which is very suitable for group parties of dozens of people.

There are always people of the opposite sex in nightclubs, but this kind of private group party will screen out many girls of low class and status. Just like today, Griffin seemed to want to ease Chen Fang's heart and told him that a large group of young and beautiful girls were on the way, so he should not worry.

These girls are usually playful college students, newcomers to the Hollywood industry, playmates of socialites, and rich girls.

Chen Fang sighed inwardly upon hearing this, thinking that he couldn't ruin the atmosphere and unity, so he had to pretend to the end.

American group parties are not like commercial K-parties. You can choose who comes and it's all fair. You choose each other and if you like each other, you can play together. Of course, if you have someone you like, you can also call them out.

Griffin reminded Chen Fang, who smiled bitterly and thought, if Wu Zi is going to come, it would be better to jump down from here.

Chen Fang found an opportunity and went to Samwell's side. This guy was probably here for the first time just like him. He was huddled on the sofa uncomfortably. Unlike Kuzma, Nance Jr. and other precocious kids, they were as wild as if they had been injected with chicken blood since they came in.

"Do you have a girlfriend?" Chen Fang asked.

"Of course, haven't you?" asked Thornwell.

"Yes, hey, what should we do?" Chen Fang asked.

"I don't know either……."

The two looked at each other and suddenly burst into laughter.

It was wonderful that they could sense each other's embarrassment, and their relationship suddenly became much closer.

"If there is a woman later, you go first!" Chen Fang said.

"Why not you?" said Sangweier.

"You are strong, you go first."

"You're handsome, you go first!"

"You last longer, you come first!"

"You are the main force, you go first!"

"You are more manly, you go first!"

"You have more money, so you should come first!"

As the two were joking, they saw a group of women swarming in, and the whole room erupted in the howling of wild beasts.

As soon as he saw this scene, Chen Fang knew that this was the real deal to experience the NBA's night life.

The music that stirs the heartbeat, the turbulent world, Chen Fang is like a lone boat sailing on the sea, struggling to hold on.

"Kyle!" Kuzma was seen at the critical moment.

"All here, hold on for me, I'm going to the toilet!" Chen Fang fled in panic, but going to the toilet was not a good idea. Little Rivers was talking about life with a big wave, and Chen Fang turned around and stepped back and retreated in seconds.

"Fuck!" It's not that Chen Fang can't afford to play, but he doesn't want to let Wu Zi down. If he didn't have a girlfriend, he wouldn't be so resistant.

After finally escaping outside, Chen Fang felt that if he continued like this, even if he didn't fall, he might not end up well.

Anyway, I've played it for a while, so it can be considered an explanation.

He went back in and found Griffin, the representative of violent aesthetics at this time, no different from a wild beast. He shouted a few times but got no response. Chen Fang had to go look for Jordan, but after a round, he still couldn't see him.

In the end, we can only trouble Nance Jr.

"My girlfriend is making rounds, so I have to go. Tell them." Chen Fang made an excuse and left without caring whether Little Nance agreed or not.

As he got off the elevator, Thornwell stumbled out.

The two looked at each other and laughed, feeling lucky to have escaped from suffering.

"I really care about my family. Besides, I don't have any money." Sang Weil was still explaining after he went outside.

"I have a tigress at home, there's nothing I can do!" Chen Fang was helpless.

When he got a taxi back home, it was almost twelve o'clock. Chen Fang approached the door nervously, but before he knocked, the door opened automatically.

Wu Zi appeared at the door with a scrutinizing expression on his face.

"I sent a text message to report the team dinner!" Chen Fang smiled apologetically. "Chen Fang, you are in danger! Stand at the door and reflect on yourself." Wu Zi turned around and went into the house.

Although the door was not closed, Chen Fangyou didn't dare to go in. He stood at the door and looked inside.

"Come back in ten minutes and think about it carefully." Wu Zi said in a bad tone as he sat on the sofa in the living room.

I stood there obediently, and when Chen was put in, I found a fragrant soup boiling on the dining table.

"Hey, my wife is so nice."

In response to Chen Fang's flattery, Wu Zi pointed to the sofa opposite and asked Chen Fang to sit down.

When the two faced each other, the atmosphere suddenly became solemn.

Then Wu Zi put the IPAD on the table, and the screen showed [Google search for NBA players' nightlife]. Chen Fang broke out in a sweat.

"If there is a first time, there will be a second time. What do you want me to do?" Wu Zi asked.

"I promise I won't go next time." Chen Fang raised his hand to swear, but was interrupted by Wu Zi.

"I'm not unreasonable. You do this for a living. What I mean is that we have to find a way to stop it."

Without waiting for Chen Fang to answer, Wu Zi asked seriously: "Tell me, do you like to go out and play?"

"I prefer drinking tea." Chen Fang blinked.

After staring at Chen Fang suspiciously for a long time, Wu Zi sighed, "Men."

"I have a way to solve the problem once and for all, but you will lose face!" Wu Zi said.

"What method?" Chen Fang was a little curious.

"I'll beat you up, especially on the face. A bruised face and nose would be the best." Wu Zi said viciously.

"Why?" Chen Fang subconsciously hid back.

"This way, when you go to the team, everyone will know what my attitude is. For your own good, I won't call you anymore in the future!" Wu Zi said as a matter of course.

"Stop it. Don't talk about how embarrassed I will be. It will be very troublesome if someone reports it to the police." Chen Fang waved his hand to extinguish Wu Zi's naive idea.

"Are you sure?" Wu Zi didn't quite believe it.

"It's true. It's just like beating a child. If the neighbors find out, it's against the law. I will handle this matter. I'm back home, right? I'm a virgin."

After saying that, Chen Fang made a gesture.

It was Wu Zi's turn to blush. She stood up quickly and ran towards the room.

"I slept alone today and I smelled like perfume. It was disgusting!"

Returning to the dining table, Chen Fang drank the soup and looked at the time. It was already past twelve o'clock. It was the first time since his rebirth that he was still awake in the early morning.

There is gain and loss. Chen Fang needed a better way to handle the relationship with his teammates. With this thought in mind, Chen Fang slept until dawn.

The regular season of the NBA17-18 season begins on October 10, and the Clippers' first game will be against the Lakers again.

But this time, it's home court.

There are still five days left, which are usually rest days. Starting this year, the league extended the regular season time, easing the pressure of back-to-back games from 16 times to 14 times, and completely canceled the devilish schedule of four games in five days.

Now Chen Fang has gradually gained a deeper understanding of the NBA, and has a basic understanding of all aspects from team culture, training, to post-game.

As usual, there is no training on the first day after the game, and no morning exercises on the second day. During the regular season, the team mainly maintains daily training and will have a training day during a longer interval.

The training is usually conducted once a week. On training days, the training subjects will be more comprehensive, covering everything from personal training to technical and tactical training.

Away trips usually only have two hours of warm-up training, and the rest of the time is given to players to rest and adjust. Of course, there are many tricks to this.

For example, the team leader has the privilege of not following the main team back from away games, having free time, and not having to attend some daily training.

Of course, Chen Fang is not qualified at the moment.

Next, there are the invisible benefits, including meal allowances, travel expenses, and equipment for away games.

Especially the meal allowance, which varies greatly among teams, with an average of $160 a day. However, some teams do not pay money, but instead provide coupons on behalf of others. For wealthy NBA stars, this has become a pleasure.

On the plane, during a boring journey, everyone would take out their coupons to gamble, and the winner would treat everyone, so no one would lose out.

But there have also been quarrels caused by gambling. Many teams have banned it, but it is difficult to control it.

In addition, if you can play in the league for three years, you can get a pension. Although this money is paid by the players and is deducted in advance from the contract salary, the longer you stay in the league, the more pension you will get after retirement.

For example, Rodman still receives $24 a year from the league's union retirement fund.

姚现在每年能拿到大概是2.2万，50岁是3.3万，60岁就激增到18W。

Moreover, this pension can be collected by your family members, so even if you die, your family can still survive with this.

There is also lifelong medical insurance. As long as the players play for three years, the league will purchase lifelong medical insurance for them. This is also the humane aspect of the league.

So why do Yao and Yi go to the United States every year? Not only because they have properties there, but also because the ties with the league still exist. They need to go in person to collect them and get free physical examinations.

Finally, there are the team’s benefits, including giving players 4 first-row tickets for every game. You can choose not to use them or accumulate them, but they will expire and become invalid.

This includes access to League Pass and Team Pass, because in the United States, any program requires a subscription fee, and it costs money to watch the NBA at home, but if you are an NBA player, you will be given a Team Pass or League Pass.

Team Pass means all the home games of the home team can be watched by your family for free, and League Pass means all NBA games can be watched for free.

The Clippers gave Chen Fang a league pass, which he has already linked to his own TV. Although the money is not much, it is also a benefit.

Chen Fang was taking a nap, and his biological clock woke him up in the early morning, but Chen Fang closed his eyes and continued to sleep until nine o'clock, when a phone call woke him up again.

"Go check at the door." Lawrence said on the phone.

"What?" Chen Fang walked to the door sleepily. When he saw the scene on the curb in the front yard, his eyes widened.

"Are you satisfied with your 48 yuan reward?" Lawrence asked.

"This car costs 48 yuan?" Chen Fang approached slowly, and Lawrence walked out of a car behind.

"Do you think it's too little or too much?" he asked with a smile on his face.

"This car is only 48? Is it standard?" Chen Fang still couldn't believe it. He drooled as he surrounded this top luxury car that he had to take a detour around whenever he saw it on the street.

"How could the boss be so stingy? This is the top-of-the-line model. Here are the car keys. Do you want to test drive?" Lawrence handed over the car keys.

Accepting this heavy key, Chen Fang really thought he was dreaming. What a joke! Although he had earned a lot of money and could buy a lot of things, and just gave away an airplane without blinking an eye, all of these were for profit and sentiment, which were completely different.

Now it's pure consumption.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan!
Classic lines from the future internet: collecting Cullinan fragments. Haha, I earned them in one race!

It was all black with a burgundy interior. Chen Fang thought of something and hurriedly opened the back door, then pulled out an umbrella through the door.

"There really is an umbrella."

"Do you like it?" Lawrence was also envious. He didn't even have one. It cost 48 yuan, a real luxury car.

"I like it, hehe!" Chen Fang was no longer sleepy. He asked excitedly, "Will there be such good things in the future?"

"As long as you can make the boss happy, I think there will be."

"I'll go through fire and water for anything!" Chen Fang was so excited. He was actually quite worried about what the 48 yuan would give him, but unexpectedly, he actually bought what he wanted most.

He has no interest in sports cars, but is very attracted to SUVs. In addition, in the minds of Chinese people, Rolls-Royce has always been the top car brand. To be honest, with this car, Chen Fang's satisfaction with cars is instantly filled.

(End of this chapter)