NBA: My template has no limit

On October 15, 1996, the Milwaukee Bucks faced their first preseason opponent.

The Chicago Bulls, who just won the championship with 72 wins last season!

All the hotels in the city were fully booked the night before, and tickets to the Bradley Center were extremely difficult to obtain.

Cars lined up outside the stadium in a long, unbroken line, their bright headlights illuminating the night sky as they traversed the city's main thoroughfare.

Vendors selling popcorn, beer, hot dogs, hamburgers, and other food items are everywhere, and they are busier than ever before.

The most significant difference is that the dominant color scheme at the event was no longer the embarrassing bright red that made the home team's fans feel awkward, but rather the purple and green that belong to the Bucks!

Young people spontaneously wore jerseys featuring Vin Baker, Robinson, and Xu Feng, with a giant deer head printed on the front.

These fans originally wanted Marbury, but Xu Feng won them over with his skill and highly entertaining playing style.

For rookies, the preseason is a training ground to adapt to the NBA environment, while for veterans, it's just a chance to take a walk on the court and get a few more days of rest.

Robinson has his own bottom line: he doesn't drink before a game, even a preseason game.

Vin Baker has absolutely no limits when it comes to drinking. Not only did he have a hangover at home the day before yesterday, but he also took out a bottle of brandy from his closet to have a couple of sips before the match.

"Xu Feng, we estimate we'll only play the first quarter, the rest of the time is yours."

While using mouthwash to mask the smell of alcohol in his mouth, Wen Baker patted Xu Feng on the shoulder to encourage him.

After spending so many days together, Xu Feng found that Vin Baker was a very easy player to get along with, and he didn't have the airs of an All-Star player at all.

Vin Baker is a somewhat introverted and melancholic man, even to the point of being prone to depression. When drunk, he often quietly stares at empty bottles and contemplates life.

He was extremely devout in his Christian faith, and when he had nothing to do and did not drink, he would often go to church or join the choir.

He would also hide in his room alone to listen to R&B, or even read books.

Xu Feng felt that if he didn't drink alcohol and smoke marijuana, he wouldn't even look like an NBA player.

As for Robinson… he leaned against the wardrobe, glancing sideways at Xu Feng:

"Hey, rookie, if Jordan is watching you later, will you be scared to tears?"

Let me tell you, he sees you as a rookie and wants to take advantage of you. Just step up and show Jordan that he's nothing.

"Of course, his fadeaway jump shot is amazing; you definitely can't defend it."

Xu Feng was filled with nothing but endless rage. This old Deng was really cunning; he caused trouble last season and then encouraged his teammates to take the blame.

He wasn't that young and ignorant gentleman Lei who would actually send himself, fresh out of the beginner's village, to challenge the max-level boss Jordan.

Xu Feng ignored him, pretending not to hear. Robinson, thinking Xu Feng was swayed by his words, revealed a smug smile.

Xu Feng was about to change his clothes when suddenly, the system interface appeared.

[Host detected to be about to participate in an NBA-level competition. Mission updated!]

Seasonal Missions:

Mission 1: Defeat the Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Boston Celtics.

Reward: 0.5 mission points for each defeat.

Mission Two: Defeat the Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Lakers, and Phoenix Suns.

Reward: 1 mission point per mission, unlocking one existing template player badge.

Mission 3: Defeat the Utah Jazz and the Chicago Bulls.

Reward: 2 mission points per attempt, and one chance to draw a random trait.

Task 4: Milwaukee Bucks Team Task.

Tier 1 (Team Makes the Playoffs): Advanced Player Training Card (3 Months)!

Tier 2 (Team enters the Divisional Finals): Draw a random permanent trait once.

Tier 3 (Team wins the championship): Choose one of three legendary player card packs!

The mission mode has been changed to a bounty format, listed in the mission log. The rewards vary depending on the strength of the team.

But the system didn't say that preseason games don't count? Doesn't that mean that if you win the preseason games, you can still get the rewards?!

"Come on, brothers, get ready to go!"

The players lined up in the player tunnel, and the DJ's loud voice echoed throughout the arena, announcing the players' entrance.

When it was Xu Feng's turn, the rookie, who was also a starter, high-fived his substitute teammates and ran onto the court.

"Wearing number 9—Xu Feng from DePaul University!"

The way I dreamed of making my entrance finally came true. The moment I stepped out of the player tunnel, the world opened up before me!

The cheers, shouts, and insults from the fans were overwhelming!

This is the NBA, the highest level of basketball competition!

Vin Baker and Bulls center Luke Longley jumped for the ball, but Longley was no match for Baker, and the Bucks gained possession.

In the first quarter, both teams fielded their full starting lineups, except for Rodman, who was on the sidelines chewing gum and wearing headphones.

To give the rookies a chance, Chris assigned Xu Feng to guard Harper and Sherman to guard Jordan.

After receiving the ball, Sherman dribbled across half-court under Jordan's defense.

Since it was a preseason game, neither side was taking it seriously or playing with much intensity. Sherman easily passed the ball to his teammate, Vin Baker, in the low post.

Baker leaned against Jason Caffey, who tried to block Baker with his legs, but the effect was not obvious.

Beck faked a shot and then easily turned and scored.

Chicago Bulls offensive possession, Jordan has the ball.

He lowered his center of gravity and maintained a forward momentum until he was one meter away from Sherman. Then, Jordan made a crossover step and suddenly pushed off the ground with his left foot.

With incredible speed, the series of movements seemed to happen in an instant, and Jordan instantly beat Sherman!

Another smooth layup bypassed Andrew Lang's block and went in cleanly.

In the next round, the moment Xu Feng received the ball, Harper closed in.

He can play freely among veterans, but he won't hold back against rookies.

"Welcome to the NBA, rookie."

Harper laughed as she trash-talked Xu Feng, but her eyes were incredibly serious.

He closely guarded Xu Feng throughout the game, but unlike most players, he didn't rely on ineffective, stalemate tactics; instead, he used precise positioning.

Harper always manages to appear in Xu Feng's path and then use his body and arms to block Xu Feng.

Robinson, who usually takes the initiative to ask for the ball, also became interested. He didn't say anything, but simply let Xu Feng advance with the ball.

"Hey, you know what? I've been eating rookies like you since I was a kid!"

Harper continues to produce output.

The Bucks didn't urge Xu Feng to pass the ball or set screens for him; they wanted to see how far this rookie could go.

Fortunately, Xu Feng had no intention of passing the ball.

Xu Feng's continuous and rhythmic low dribbling between his legs made it difficult for Harper to disrupt, and Xu Feng stood outside the right three-point line, leaning against Harper.

One, two, three...

The moment Xu Feng landed on his third dribble, he suddenly turned around as if to make a strong drive from the left. Just as Harper was about to step out to intercept, Xu Feng forcibly stopped with his left foot and then turned to the right!

Xu Feng's turn was as elegant as a gust of wind, shaking off Harper and successfully cutting into the paint.

Xu Feng strode straight to the inside, and Pippen quickly came over to help defend.

We can't let this rookie score so easily! It's an insult to the Chicago Bulls!

Unfortunately, it was too late; Xu Feng strode up for the layup.

When the two met in the air, Xu Feng jumped and folded his waist and abdomen, pulling the ball to his chest, deftly dodging Pippen's interference, and then sent the ball into the basket.

"OMG! How is this possible? That's Pippen, Scottie Pippen! That's the Chicago Bulls' paint! Xu Feng is flying over the Bulls' paint!"

Xu Feng ignited the passion of the crowd with one attack. Fans supporting Xu Feng raised his No. 9 jersey high and waved it vigorously. Veterans on the bench swung their towels. They knew that this young man could create a miracle!

Herb Cole, sitting in the leather chair in the private room, had a sudden flash of inspiration and a smile spread across his face. Even though he was a taciturn politician and member of parliament, he temporarily lost control of his expression because of Xu Feng's goal.

This shot came at a heavy price, and Xu Feng will ignite the fighting spirit that the Bulls have been suppressing during the offseason.

Rodman, sitting on the sidelines, spat out his chewing gum and stared at Xu Feng.

Pippen pushed Harper aside and said with a stern face:

"Get out of the way, I'll deal with him!"

Jordan raised an eyebrow slightly, glanced at Pippen, and said:

"Looks like someone needs to be taught a lesson."

Of course, Vin Baker and Robinson also stopped smiling when they saw this.

This rookie is a bit daring.