The next morning, Su Feng scored three goals that were among the top five goals last night. Among them, Sprewell's blood-covered mid-range shot topped the five best goals.
Su Feng became famous!
It's not just the Internet that's going crazy reporting on Su Feng's miracles.
TV media, print media, and magazines are all talking about Su Feng's legendary slap in the face last night.
Many major TV stations even launched a special series, from Sprewell's arrogant provocation before the game, to being intercepted by Su Feng one after another during the game, playing with his crotch, breaking the bridge of his nose and being covered in blood, to Su Feng using the sentence "No" Just mention it at the end.
The media's overwhelming publicity allowed Su Feng to enjoy unprecedented exposure in the basketball circle, which was even greater than when he scored points in the All-American Game with James, and ten times greater.
Su Feng’s fame grew exponentially.
Previously, everyone only knew that there was an outstanding second-round pick in the 2003 class. Now, most basketball fans know that Su Feng is a super rookie.
Sprewell was a really good stepping stone.
He has a very bad reputation and is known for being arrogant and domineering.
He was beaten up and covered in blood, and no one sympathized with him.
People will only applaud Su Feng.
Both fans and professionals are giving Su Feng a thumbs up.
What's more, tease the bitch first.
Who told Sprewell to be so mean-mouthed?
He challenged Su Feng first, and Su Feng defeated his natural procedural justice.
The most important thing is that he was injured because he wanted to hurt Su Feng.
Su Feng is like a hero in a TV series.
In addition, Su Feng once saved a beautiful woman in real life and defeated a knife-wielding gangster who intended to commit murder.
The characters on and off the field overlap.
Suddenly, Su Feng was in the limelight.
He suddenly became the top rookie in the 2003 class, and his name began to be compared with super rookies such as James, Anthony, Wade, and Bosh.
Because before this, Su Feng's data was not inferior to theirs. Now, with Sprewell as a stepping stone and the media's fueling, it's a natural progression.
Seeing Su Feng on the top five goals, with his name appearing in major media, and even commentary programs opening columns for discussion...Hinrich was extremely envious.
How he wished that the player who stole the show was himself.
Now, when people talk about Bulls rookies, the first thing people blurt out is Tony Sue, not Kirk Hinrich.
Obviously I am a first-round pick, and I am the core of the Bulls' reconstruction.
What, I am a substitute?
This may be the will of God.
Because from the beginning, Kirk Hinrich was a temporary stand-in. If Jay Williams hadn't suddenly had a motorcycle accident before the draft, causing his career to be reimbursed, the Bulls would have never been able to select a point guard in the 2003 draft. You know, Jay Williams is a super point guard produced by Duke. He is better than Kirk Hinrich in terms of talent and immediate combat ability.
The reason why Su Feng was able to enter the Bulls' field of vision was because Jay Williams was injured. In fact, the reason why Su Feng was slightly favored by the Bulls was because he saved Jay Williams and copied some of his talents.
From this perspective, Hinrich is really Su Feng's 'substitute'.
"Tony, your popularity is really high now."
Kirk Hinrich couldn't help but say to Su Feng on the way to Houston.
Su Feng smiled.
"I feel that your reputation is only a little lower than Anthony and James, but they are both small forwards. If this continues, you will definitely become the best rookie team this year." Hinrich continued.
Su Feng still just smiled.
He doesn't have much interest in these things.
"I heard that Adidas is pursuing you fiercely? They want you to be their spokesperson?" After a while of bragging, Hinrich cut to the issue he was most concerned about.
He is one of the few rookie players who has sneaker endorsements. He even recommended Su Feng to wear the Converse endorsed by him, but Su Feng has always switched between Nike and Adidas with the seal. He also wore Reebok's Iverson series. .
Hinrich had been pretty good to Su Feng before, and he believed that Su Feng could become his right-hand man.
But ever since Su Feng fell in love with his idol Scarlett, they had become somewhat alienated. After Su Feng was promoted to be the team's youth project and future core, he became even more jealous as he played better and better.
Although they are still good on the surface, they are still unavoidable and jealous inadvertently.
After all, it is difficult to accept your own failure, but it is even more difficult to accept your friend's sudden success.
"I have not been in contact with them for the time being. There are rumors spreading everywhere." Su Feng said, "A lot of the news is true or false."
Su Feng didn't mean to hide it, but he felt that there was no need to talk about things that were not implemented. What's more, he doesn't reveal his wealth. Even if he does sign a big contract, he will not deliberately discuss it in front of his teammates. It is somewhat suspected of showing off.
Hearing what Su Feng said, Xinrich calmed down. He said: "It is said outside that Adidas wants to sign you with 50 million US dollars, which is indeed a bit outrageous. If they were willing to spend 50 million US dollars, they would not let Kobe go to Nike. However, Nike did not take advantage of signing Kobe. , now Kobe has become notorious because of the Eagle County incident."
"Tony, I think if a brand signs a contract with you, no matter how much it costs, you should take advantage of the popularity and sign it quickly. It might be hundreds of thousands of dollars, or even millions of dollars."
Hinrich suggested.
After Hinrich said this, Scottie Pippen poked his head out from the side and said: "Hundreds of thousands of dollars won't do it. Kirk. Tony is a Chinese player and he has a big Asian market. I heard Reebok spent 50 million to sign Yao, and Tony's current performance is no worse than Yao. He is now the player with the highest scoring average per game in the 2003 class."
Hinrich smiled awkwardly and said nothing. But he was muttering in his heart: We have only played a few games now. What is the difference between Tony's first place in points per game and the Bulls' current first place record in the Eastern Conference? Does anyone really think that we can still maintain the Eastern Conference record by the end of the season? First? It would be nice to finish in the top eight and secure a playoff spot.
"Tony, I think given your background, your speed of progress, and your fame, you should not be in a hurry to sign a contract with a brand now, let alone a long-term contract. I have suffered big losses in contracts."
Pippen is sincerely good for Su Feng. The long-term contract he signed with the Bulls allowed him to receive low salary during the most glorious period of his career. Superstars at the same level as him are earning tens of millions or even 30 million per year. He also Get a contract worth one or two million.
At that time, Jordan persuaded him and told him that players' salaries would be higher and higher in the future. However, Pippen was worried about his back injury and was signed for seven years.
This also created two Bulls dynasties. If Pippen had not signed that contract, the Bulls' salary space would not be able to accommodate such a luxurious lineup.
Su Feng nodded and said, "I will be patient. Thank you, Scott."
"You're welcome, Tony." Pippen said with a smile: "Larry Bird said he would be in Chicago this Friday and he would fulfill his promise and pass on his lifelong passing skills to you."
Kirk Hinrich, who was sitting in the middle, heard this and was stunned subconsciously: Bird taught Su Feng the ball? Doesn't this threaten me?
But then I thought about it, passing is the crystallization of basketball wisdom. It requires years of contact and an overall understanding of basketball. It cannot be learned and mastered in a few days of teaching.
Suddenly, a sneer appeared on the corner of his mouth. He was a bit sarcastic, thinking that Pippen was wasting his efforts.
I also felt that Su Feng was too happy too early.
"That's right, Kirk. Next is the China Derby. You have to pass more passes to Tony."
Pippen patted Hinrich on the shoulder and said.
Hinrich nodded repeatedly.
Indeed, the next game is a showdown with the Rockets.
The Chinese derby is highly anticipated by Chinese fans.
In fact, a few days ago, Bulls players cooperated with the league's official promotion and wore Chinese Tang suits to shoot some blessing videos in Chinese.
The league has been actively promoting the NBA to populous countries on the other side of the ocean. With Yao Ming and Su Feng joining the NBA and gaining a foothold both internally and externally, China's basketball market is becoming more and more enthusiastic.
Many brands have benefited from this.
This is also the reason why manufacturers such as Adidas, Nike, and Reebok are ramping up their sales.
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Yao Ming has become the darling of Houston. He joined the NBA one year earlier than Su Feng. His 'originality' is much nobler than that of Su Feng. He was the No. 1 pick in 2002. Although 2002 was recognized as a poor year in the draft, the No. 1 pick was The identity is a noble symbol of high expectations.
Yao Ming is known in the NBA for his humility, humor, and technical sophistication.
But he did not win the Rookie of the Year award last season. He lost to Stoudemire in the Rookie of the Year competition. In fact, their data are almost the same. Yao Ming had 13.5 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.8 blocks, and Stoudemire had 13.5 points, 8.8 rebounds and 0.8 blocks. But the Suns made the playoffs last season, but the Rockets didn't.
Yao Ming's statistics have improved by leaps and bounds this season. So far, he has averaged 17.9 points, 9.2 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game. If he works harder, he can become a super insider averaging 20+10 per game.
The Rockets have basically determined Yao Ming's tactical play style as the core of the inside line. For a long time to come, Yao Ming will also appear as the cornerstone player of the Rockets.
Houston has regarded Yao Ming as part of their entire city. Because of Yao Ming's presence, Houston's popularity in China has increased rapidly. Moreover, the Rockets' market value has increased as they have become the 'NBA home team' for Chinese fans.
The Bulls are now beginning to enjoy this treatment, but because Su Feng has zero experience before taking the elective, the momentum has not yet exploded.
You know, before Yao Ming entered the NBA, he was already a well-known super basketball star in China. Everyone knew a few years ago that he would definitely go to the NBA.
This cluster effect is difficult for Su Feng to surpass for a while.
However, Su Feng also has the advantages of Su Feng.
Su Feng is very popular on the Internet. The news that Su Feng beat up Sprewell quickly spread back to China through the Internet, and TV media soon followed up with reports.
Compared to Yao Ming's rookie season when he was knocked down by Stephon Marbury and laughed at by the Suns bench, and when Mason was dunked but instead ran over to shake hands with the opponent... Su Feng's behavior was more relieving and seemed to be more integrated into American culture than Yao Ming.
Young people like Su Feng very much, although they have been taught to be gentle, courteous and thrifty since childhood.
When Su Feng arrived in Houston, he saw huge Yao Ming billboards on both sides of the highway.
Yao Ming has many commercial endorsements in Houston.
On the other hand, Su Feng still has no local merchants in Chicago looking for him to endorse. This is a 'disparity in status'.
Hinrich had billboards in Chicago, and he was the No. 7 pick.
But now, some businesses are also contacting Jason Thomas, and Thomas is very busy every day.
He not only has to answer calls from big brands, but also from local businesses, even European business, and emails from China.
Su Feng has decided to hire another staff member, or set up a dedicated Yao team like Yao Ming did.
"Tony, your compatriots are quite famous in Houston."
Pippen said to Su Feng on the bus: "Are you mentally prepared to dunk on him?"
"No." Su Feng shook his head: "I have never thought about this."
Although Su Feng's jumping talent has improved now, he is not yet confident enough to be able to dunk over the head of a player who is 2.26cm tall with bare feet.
When Yao Ming participated in the draft, he stood in front of the TV and was very excited.
At that time, he probably never dreamed that one day he would be able to compete with Yao Ming in the NBA.
"I think we may have to go to China to play preseason games next year. David Stern has always been greedy for the Chinese market." Pippen joked.
Kendall Gill on the side couldn't help but ask Pippen: "Next year? Can you still play next year?"
This is a sad thing.
Basically, Pippen won't be able to play much this season.
So far this season, he has suffered two consecutive serious injuries, which has had a great impact on his back injury. Both his personal physician and team doctor advised him not to play again.
Although this will have a certain impact on the Bulls' rotation, fortunately Jamal Crawford will be able to return to the team next week.
Moreover, general manager John Paxson also called the players this morning to tell the players that he would announce good news soon.
Although he did not disclose it, everyone's guess is: either to sign two players or to correct Coach Beal.
Coach Bill's performance under his leadership is so good, the word "agent" should have been removed long ago.
It could even be a multi-year deal.
Everyone began to congratulate him in advance.
Coach Bill was also very excited and he treated Su Feng even better.
When arriving at the hotel, Jason Thomas was waiting for Su Feng in the hotel lobby.
He flew over from Chicago overnight because reporters from across the ocean wanted to interview him. Although this Chinese derby is not very popular in the United States, it has become crazy on the other side of the ocean. Many basketball fans have even asked for leave in advance just to watch this peak showdown.
This is the highest showdown between Chinese basketball players in history.
Although there is another Chinese player in the NBA at this time, he is basically not promoted in the country, and his reputation and statistics are not as good as Su Feng and Yao Ming.
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