Rekindling the dream of becoming a star

Chapter 258 I Will Do Better
11 month 27 day.

Given that this away game is too long, daily training has been cancelled and the players only need to arrive at the Staples Center at 28 pm on the th.

But Chen Fang still came to the training center as usual instead of going to Panshi.

There are two reasons for this. First, one can eat and drink for free at the training center, and it has more complete supporting service facilities. Second, because Panshi’s business has also been developed, everyone has their own clients, and one can only train alone if one goes there.

Unexpectedly, Chen Fang ran into Griffin, whom he hadn't seen for a long time.

Griffin is doing some recovery work, and the team has informed via email that Griffin will return in tomorrow's home game against the Lakers.

"Together!" Chen Fang came forward.

Griffin was surprised to see Chen Fang. He wiped the sweat off his forehead and said, "I didn't expect you to come today!"

"Come and have a free meal." Chen Fang's words made Griffin laugh.

Taking advantage of the opportunity of joint training, Griffin asked Chen Fang for some tips on mid-range shooting, and Chen Fang also asked him about rebounding and offense and defense under the basket. The two spent the whole morning in this atmosphere.

After a brief recovery, the two had dinner in the restaurant.

"I have now reduced the number of times I use cold compresses. The rehabilitation therapist told me that cold compresses have both advantages and disadvantages. While reducing the congestion of damaged cells, it also slows down the rate of cell regeneration," said Griffin.

"It depends on the situation. Large-area contusions still need cold compresses. I rarely use cold compresses now." Chen Fang is currently receiving relief through quick freezing, and cold compresses on joints are rarely used.

After entering the NBA, more scientific rehabilitation was fully applied, and many previous rehabilitation experiences were overturned.

Griffin pointed to the plate again and said, "I am also starting to reduce my meat intake and go the vegetarian route."

"Well, I heard that Owen's practice was very effective. Do you have any confirmation?" Chen Fang asked.

"When he first started with the Celtics, everyone was waiting and watching. Since he watched the Netflix documentary What The Health, he started a pure plant-based diet strategy. I also verified that vegetarianism can reduce the onset and prolongation of inflammation."

Chen recalled the fragments of his past life in his mind. At least in 24 years, Irving, who had been a vegetarian for 7 years, was still full of energy. This vegetarian diet must have its benefits.

But once you choose to be a vegetarian, you will have to say goodbye to many delicious foods, and making exceptions will cause digestive system disorders.

It's too difficult. Being a professional player requires a lot of sacrifices.

"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." Griffin muttered.

"What?" Chen Fang found it quite profound.

"Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food. The father of medicine, Hippocrates, said this, and this is also the opening line of the documentary "What The Health." Griffin said seriously, "I was shocked after watching it. What is health? I watched it over and over again."

Chen Fang then said, "Send it to me, I need it too."

"No problem. This world is terrible and many truths are covered up." Griffin shook his head and sighed.

"Yes, the structure of the world is always divided into above water and below water, front and back. Maybe above these, there is a pair of eyes watching and controlling them." Chen Fang felt inexplicably palpitating.

"I've gone off topic. I haven't congratulated you yet. You've played great this month." Griffin decided to change the subject. It was too serious to discuss.

"Thanks to the coach, thanks to the whole team, I am lucky to be in the Clippers." Since being enlightened by Barkley, Chen Fang realized that his success today is not only due to his talent and hard work, but has nothing to do with emotional intelligence.

The biggest help is luck.

Ever since I met Boss Zhang Shaohong, I have been on the right path.

The sober Chen Fang cleared away all his previous complacency and arrogance.

"You don't need to be modest. This is what you deserve. Your training and willpower on the field have given this team a better game intensity. I'm not praising you, but speaking the truth."

Since Griffin said so, Chen Fang did not hesitate to be more modest: "Now that you are back, the Clippers will be stronger."

"Yes, I can't wait for tomorrow's game." Griffin was also happy.

Just as the two were chatting, Rivers appeared and made them both stop.

Chen Fang took a look at the head coach's eyes and felt that he was here to find Griffin. He was moved and took the initiative to find an excuse to withdraw.

Looking at Chen Fang's departing back, Rivers secretly praised Chen Fang's cleverness. He did come here with a purpose.

About Griffin's tactical adjustments.

After inviting Griffin to his office, Rivers first chatted about family, then the team, and finally brought up the topic of today.

"The team's chemistry is very good now, and every player has found his position. Now we are waiting for you to come back and let the Clippers machine increase its horsepower and move forward."

Griffin nodded: "I'm glad to see the team is getting better. I'm also thinking about what I can do to help the team."

"Now our offensive points are all on the outside, playing from the outside in, but after you come back, if you still maintain the previous offensive concept, it will cause chaos. This is also the reason why I came to you."

Griffin carefully studied Rivers' expression. He was silent for a moment and said, "Can you tell me what the coach thinks first?"

Rivers was also a little nervous. It was not easy to convince Griffin.

"After you were injured, I used Gallinari to replace you. His skills are very similar to yours, and he can score independently, but as you can see, it was not successful."

"He needs to run more to get the ball, not wait there."

"Chen Fang and Kuzma on the outside are both holding the ball to kill. Not only do they need to open up space inside, but they also need more screens and pick-and-rolls."

"Gallinari can't do these things well, so I can only let him fill in the tactical gaps at certain stages."

"I let Wesley move to No. 4. He can play without the ball and set more open screens, but he helps the team more on defense and cannot be relied upon on offense."

“So in the current situation, we still need Chen Fang’s outburst and other players’ extra performances to win.”

"Now that you're back, if you can score more points on offense, it will reduce our scoring pressure and allow others to get more rest time."

"I have an idea, come on." Rivers stood up and pulled Griffin to the tactical board.

他先在内线画了个4号，又在弧顶和两侧画上3、2、1，最后在罚球线写上5。

"When you're in the paint, I'll have the wing 3 and 2 go to the corner and the elbow, one goes baseline, one cuts."

"Whether you're isolating or passing the ball, there's always a point of contact."

"Then I asked No. 5 to set a pick-and-roll for the ball handler at the top of the arc, and then we went down together."

"You can do the opposite movement to No. 5, and you pull out to the free throw line area with an open space."

"These are your two basic scoring routines, singles in the short corner area and jump shots in the free throw line area."

"I can do it." Griffin looked at the tactical board and said confidently.

"This is a half-time game. In the semi-transition and transition, I need you to move with the ball handler, do the center pick-and-roll, and then attack the basket with the ball."

"I like it, I'm good at this kind of scoring." Griffin confirmed, but began to wonder. "Coach, I have no problem with these, this is not much different from my previous job, just some more basic tactical coordination."

"Yes." Seeing Griffin's doubts, Rivers hesitated for a moment: "Now, when Chen is on the court, the entire operation will be controlled by him, and your ball distribution will also be decided by him."

Griffin was stunned for a moment, then he suddenly laughed: "I see."

"I started thinking about this question when I watched him play against the Warriors, and after we beat the Cavaliers, I had already made the decision."

"Let him host it. I never think about who is the boss."

"I admire you for thinking this way. In fact, Chen Fang's EQ is not enough to fight for this. I am thinking from the perspective of the team's record and want to give you a psychological assumption." Rivers didn't expect Griffin to nod so easily.

"If doing so can make the team more united, I don't want any conflicts. I also know that there are both old and new players in the team. If a split occurs because of me, it will hurt everyone."

Rivers nodded: "I am glad that you can realize this."

It was because he saw this that he took the initiative to find Griffin.

Kuzma, Sanwall, Evans, Zubac, and Nance Jr., they must be leaning towards Chen Fang.

If Griffin brings in Jordan Jr., Wesley, and other veterans to create opposition, the situation will get out of control.

As for his son, he will definitely stand on Griffin's side and will not listen to him.

Thinking about this situation, Rivers felt scared.

The Clippers had too many new players today, and they quickly established themselves, which made it difficult for the team to continue with the previous management thinking. Whether Griffin and Chen Fang could reach a tacit understanding has become the most important thing for the team at the moment②.

"I just signed a long-term contract. I have made up my mind to spend the rest of my life in Los Angeles. This is my home and I have an obligation to protect it." Griffin's words made Rivers nod, while sighing in his heart.

"Everything will be fine!" Griffin is full of confidence.

Chen Fang's attitude and performance towards him made him feel comfortable. He was not as aggressive as Paul. His ability also made Griffin see the hope of winning the championship. He was very confident that he would get what he wanted within this long contract.

"I'll do my best," Rivers promised.

After leaving the training center, Chen Fang came to Panshi. He trained alone and was waiting for someone.

Edward, professional investor.

This was a coincidence. In early November, Chen was stopped by a man outside a parking lot. He thought it was a football fan, but the first thing the white man said to him was: "I owe you a helicopter."

"Do you still remember the day in the box at Staples Center? Kobe's last game."

Chen Fang finally remembered and politely refused Edward's request to fulfill his promise. Then the two exchanged contact information. When Chen Fang learned that Edward was a professional investor in Silicon Beach, he immediately became very interested.

They often communicated, and Edward was surprised that Chen Fang was an investor, especially after Chen Fang showed off his investment resume, he no longer just regarded him as an NBA player.

Thanks also to Edward, who used his connections and relationships to attract many customers to Panshi. The revenue in the last quarter was great, exceeding Chen Fang's expectations.

"How does it feel to be home?" Edward appeared. He is now also a member of the Rock. As he enters middle age, he begins to focus on exercise to stay healthy.

Many of the exercises that Chen Fang set up for Panshi are training contents aimed at eliminating sub-health.

Silicon Beach is the second Silicon Valley. There are many startups and a large number of young people here. They need investment and health.

"Come on, let's go to my office to talk." Chen has his own office in Panshi. Because there is not enough space at home, he can only put his investment work in Panshi.

This was also the first time Edward came in. He followed the rules and did not look at anything on the desk, but sat on the sofa.

"I have some funds, but because of my nationality, I need a spokesperson. Are you interested?" Chen Fang went straight to the point. He had investigated Edward's background and found that he was a member of a powerful and well-established family.

As for how deep the background was, Chen Fang did not continue. Such a deep investigation would trigger the other party's security alarm.

"I think it's okay. You are a star in the league, and your money-making ability is backed by the prospects of the whole of China. I just want to know, what is your investment in?" Edward was not surprised. Their acquaintance was full of coincidences.

He took the initiative to find Chen Fang, not only because he could afford the promise, but also because as an investor, it would be profitable to establish a relationship with Chen Fang.

But he didn't expect that Chen Fang was also an investor. After these days of contact, he saw the breadth and height of Chen Fang's thinking, which also inspired him with many ideas.

"Several investment directions." Chen Fang thought for a moment and said, "Before we start cooperating, we need to sign some agreements regarding the profit sharing and confidentiality of the cooperation, as well as the exemption clauses."

"Of course, I'm glad that we can deepen our relationship." Edward had no objection.

"Then let's let our lawyer come now?" Chen Fang asked.

"Can't wait." Edward smiled.

Chen Fang’s lawyer is Lindsay, and she is already waiting at the company.

Obviously, Edward was also prepared, and his lawyer arrived at the company five minutes later.

After the lawyers from both sides confirmed it, Chen Fang gave Lindsay a reassuring look, and the two began to be alone.

"This is the investment direction and a specific list of some start-up companies. You can take a look at it now." Chen Fang took out a document from the safe and handed it to Edward.

After a quick glance, Edward had some questions.

“Takeout, e-commerce, sharing, online games, classified communities, remote work, online pharmacies?”

"Yes, in my opinion, these are the direction of the future." After the contract was signed, the two had a substantial alliance. Chen Fang needed to rely on Edward's identity as a non-American citizen to conduct investment business in Silicon Valley and Silicon Beach.

"It's an interesting idea. I was only interested in finance before, but your thinking has given me a lot of ideas." Edward seemed very excited.

"Come on, we missed one Snapchat③, we can't miss the next one!" Chen Fang poured Edward a glass of champagne, walked over and handed it to him.

"I wish we can make a lot of money in the next ten years," said Chen Fang.

"Believe in the future, believe in you." Edward raised his glass and clinked it with Chen Fang.

"We will set up a joint venture investment company to invest in the A round." Edward looked at the 19-year-old player in front of him who was already the most promising star of the Los Angeles Clippers. He was surprised and said with emotion: "You are really a courageous person."

"Really? On the contrary, I admire you for daring to take a gamble with a young man who is not even 20 years old."

The investment contract the two had just signed was a 3:7 capital injection and 4:6 profit sharing.

As long as Chen Fang invests 6% of the funds, he can get % dividends. Chen Fang really admires Edward's courage.

"Why do you trust me so much?" Chen Fang asked when he sent Edward out.

"Intuition, and the bet," Edward replied.

He shook hands with Chen Fang and asked meaningfully, "Are you planning to become the second James?"

"Maybe I can do better!" Chen Fang replied.

(End of this chapter)