NBA: A collection of super busts

After watching for a while, Ye Feng took the initiative to walk over and said, "200, let's go."

The sparring partner was a little embarrassed and didn't dare to direct his boss: "I'll just shoot myself. When I came, your agent said the arena was booked until 8 pm. I just don't want to waste this precious time."

"So I want to do another set."

"Stop talking nonsense and hurry up." Ye Feng passed the ball to the guy, signaling that he could start.

"But my plan is to hit 200."

"You talk too much nonsense! Hurry up!"

At this point, the guy didn't hesitate any longer, caught the ball, pulled up and shot...

He made 200 mid-range shots, 40 shots at each of the 5 spots. It took him almost an hour to finish. After he finished, the two of them cheered together and then sat down on the floor, panting heavily.

"Would you like to grab a bite to eat together?"

"Okay, it's on me," the guy said. "Consider it a thank you for retrieving the ball for me."

"You don't look wealthy," Ye Feng said. "So, I'll treat you. By the way, what's your name again?"

Ye Feng asked this question, or rather, he was willing to retrieve the ball for this guy, because the guy looked familiar and resembled someone.

"Haslem," the burly, dark-skinned man chuckled, "Udonis Haslem!"

It really was him!

During training, Ye Feng felt that he looked somewhat familiar, and based on his playing style, tactics, and tough defense, he became more and more certain of his guess.

Ye Feng was right. He had just felt that this guy looked familiar. In addition, there was his diligence in doing extra training after training, his relatively poor financial situation, and the fact that Reed said that the sparring partner he found today was a former NCAA graduate and a fringe player who was also going to participate in the Nuggets' tryouts.

Combining all this information, Ye Feng successfully guessed correctly.

"Ah! You're Haslem from the University of Florida! Ye, he was a legend when he played, the greatest player in Florida's history. It's a shame he wasn't drafted last year."

"He even led his team to the finals! Unfortunately, they lost to..." Edwards delivered a precise assist at this moment.

"Michigan State University," Haslem said, his eyes shining as he recalled his most glorious days, "we were so close to becoming national champions."

"What have you been doing this past year?" Edwards sat down as well. He was becoming more and more comfortable in his position and knew what he should do next to Ye Feng.

"I played in France for a year, damn it!" Haslem cursed angrily. "Those Frenchmen didn't pay me! They hid something in the contract that prevented me from getting any bonuses, so I only got the bare minimum wage."

"I've practically been paying out of my own pocket to play golf this year."

"Good to be back." Ye Feng said with a smile, "With your hard work, you'll definitely be able to get a place in the NBA."

"Unfortunately, hard work is probably the least scarce and cheapest thing in this league." Haslem was clearly not that confident: "I've already tried out for 7 teams, and I'll continue to try out until the end of June."

"But I probably will never play in the NBA in my lifetime. Nobody would even consider me. They think I'm too short and can't jump high enough to play power forward, and too slow and can't handle the ball if I play small forward."

"You can definitely play in the NBA, and you'll make a name for yourself!" Ye Feng said firmly, "I said it!"

Haslem was somewhat touched, but not overly moved. Perhaps it was because the staff always said similar things after he was rejected, but he was already used to it, so he still nodded and said, "Thank you!"

"I'm telling the truth!" Ye Feng asked, "Where are you planning to try out next?"

"Heat".

Heat?

The Heat won't do.

Although Ye Feng didn't know Haslem's story, he knew that once this guy went to Miami, he would definitely not come back. Riley would definitely be able to see his characteristics at a glance and stop him.

How can we just let such good thugs and honest guys who do dirty work go?

"Don't go to Miami," Ye Feng said. "They might not even be able to give you a spot. They have Brian Grant; there's no room for you. But if you trust me, stick with me, and I'll definitely find you an opportunity this year!"

"Really?"

"Really!" Ye Feng nodded. "I'll tell any team that's considering picking me: if they want to choose me, they'll have to offer you a contract, let you join their training camp, and play for them in the Summer League!"

"But in the end, could you please stay...?"

"I can stay!" Haslem was now truly confident. "Given the opportunity, I'm certain I can stay!"

Haslem also knew that it might be difficult for the management to trade for a star player or make any big moves with a rookie of Ye Feng's caliber, but signing a fringe player with a non-guaranteed contract would be no problem at all!

"Then trust me and train with me. How about starting with the Nuggets?"

"Okay!" Haslem nodded firmly. He had been rejected too many times and turned away by too many teams. Now that he finally had a chance, even if it was just a tiny one, he would never let it slip by and would never give up!

There's not much to say after that. Ye Feng and Haslem both participated in the Nuggets' tryouts and performed well. Haslem showed his toughness and accurate mid-range shot, which impressed the Nuggets.

Ye Feng even beat up that so-called "unlucky guy" Reid.

Michael Swettney, a forward from Georgetown University.

This guy also has a potential to be drafted around 7th-10th this year, and he's known for his explosive athleticism and aggressive playing style. According to Reed, he had a hard time finding out Sweetney's workout schedule and managed to get the two of them to work out together.

Ye Feng lived up to his preparations and plans, beating Sweetney like a high school student, which made the Nuggets' management praise him highly and were extremely satisfied during the tryout.

In particular, Denver Nuggets head coach Jeff Bzdelik was very satisfied with Ye Feng: "You are the best player we've tried out so far this year! Ye, I don't care what you've done in the NBA, I like you!"

"You can definitely save the Nuggets and become the cornerstone of the team! My only worry is that the Grizzlies or Cavaliers might snatch you up early! Aside from that, I personally don't have 100% say in the selection. If I did, I would 100% select you with the third pick!"

Ye Feng secretly felt that all his preparations over the years had finally paid off. He had given a perfect performance during the tryouts. Eager to be drafted in the top five, Ye Feng nodded and said, "I also really want to play for the team! I've been a Nuggets fan since I was a kid, and becoming a member of the Nuggets is exciting and something to look forward to!"