On the plane, Xu Xin waited until it stabilized, then stood up and walked to the front.
He clapped his hands and signaled everyone to look at him:
"Brothers, I tell you responsibly that the recruitment work for this season has ended. Next, you don't need to worry about any brother leaving our big family. We will go hand in hand and face one after another together. Opponents, winning one victory after another.”
After hearing this, everyone immediately clapped and cheered, especially Livingston, Asik and others. There have been a lot of trade rumors about them recently, which has made them very annoyed. They are troubled by these rumors every day, and it is difficult to concentrate on competition and training. .
Xu Xin observed everyone's expressions. Some people breathed a sigh of relief, while others looked at their friends and high-fived them in celebration. But there are no exceptions, everyone's expressions are happy.
This is the purpose of Xu Xin's words. He did not deceive everyone. He is very satisfied with the team's current lineup. Next, he really does not plan to make any more transactions or signings for reinforcements.
The team's 15-man roster has been filled: center position, Yao Ming, Asik, O'Neal; power forward, Garnett, Tucker, Greg Smith; small forward, Butler, Ariza, Gerald... Green; point guard, Jeremy Lin, Iverson, Beverley; shooting guard. Harden, McGrady, Livingston.
There are three people available at each position, and except for the small forward, the other four positions have former top players in the league.
Moreover, Butler, Ariza, Tucker, Livingston, Tracy McGrady and others can play multiple positions. The team is strong and can survive smoothly even if it encounters some injury problems.
Xu Xin waited for everyone to finish cheering and continued:
"Now, I can solemnly state the Rockets' goal for this season, just like you think, there is only one goal, and that is the championship!
Accomplishing this goal will not be easy, you will need to stick together and sacrifice for each other. This includes sacrificing ball rights, sacrificing data, and sacrificing personal honor.
Someone is also needed to step forward at critical moments and save the team from disaster.
So now, let me ask you, are you ready for these? "
Xu Xin finished speaking word by word and threw the question to everyone.
"necessary!"
“I was born for the big scene.”
"We must be champions."
Everyone said something to each other, expressing their determination.
"If the team needs it, I can skip the All-Star Game and stay in good shape to prepare for the games after the All-Star Game."
Harden said solemnly.
"Please, the All-Star starting list will be announced tomorrow, and there is no guarantee whether you will be selected or not."
Jeremy Lin joked.
"Don't make fun of him. He currently ranks second in the Western Conference in votes and third in the overall rankings, second only to Kobe and James. His selection as an All-Star starter is a sure thing."
Xu Xin smiled and continued:
"The last thing is about James. Let us congratulate James for being selected as an All-Star for the first time in his career. I also hope that you will continue to work hard. This is just the beginning, not the end. Next, you will be a regular in the All-Star Game."
Harden nodded and responded with a Chinese fist-cup salute.
Xu Xin turned to look at Butler:
"Of course, Jimmy also has a chance. He may not be able to make it into the starting lineup, but I believe there will definitely be a place for you on the bench."
Butler nodded when he heard this, forced a smile and said:
"Manager, I don't care whether I am selected for the All-Stars or not. This is a matter of course. When the time comes, I will be selected naturally. Don't worry, I will continue to work hard and strive to be selected as a starter next season!"
Xu Xin nodded and gave a thumbs up. This sentence fits Butler's character very well. He has always been unassuming, except for his hairstyle. But being low-key doesn't mean there is no ambition. Butler's words are the best proof.
When McHale saw Xu Xin finish speaking, he stood up and faced everyone and said:
"Manager Xu has given everyone some reassurance, so let me say a few words.
The schedule is already halfway through. First of all, congratulations to everyone. You have performed well in the first half of the season, with a score of 31 wins and 11 losses. Even I did not expect it before the start of the season.
However, you must know that your current results mean nothing. There are still 40 games left, and our upcoming schedule is equally tough. I don’t want to say anything to discourage you, but you have to know that we are not resting easy now, and there is also the possibility of not making the playoffs. "
When the players heard the last sentence, they gasped in unison and instantly became energetic. Can't make it to the playoffs? No, no, we just said we wanted to win the championship.
Xu Xin smiled and said nothing. He saw through it without saying anything. McHale was determined to make a bad face.
But it's okay, the main framework of the team is mainly young players, and there is no harm in guarding against arrogance and impatience.
The flight was not long and we arrived in New Orleans soon.
This time, Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady did not encounter the siege of fans again. That is to say, in Houston, fans in other cities are not interested in stars like them who have long since expired.
On the contrary, Harden, Jeremy Lin and Butler are sought after by some local fans. Among the younger generation, the three of them are considered to be very out of the circle.
"Envy?"
Iverson approached McGrady and asked.
"I'm lucky. If I were besieged again here, then Manager Xu's signature would be just for his signature."
Maddie teased.
As his injuries recovered, his physical condition got better and better, and his mood also improved. When he returned to Houston this time, he smiled most of the time.
The trip was delayed twice at the airport. By the time the team arrived at the airport to stay, it was already dark.
Xu Xin looked at the time, it was 7pm. Calculating the time, it was already morning in China.
He dialed his mother's phone number and was quickly connected.
"Xiaoxin, is that you?"
"Mom, it's me."
"I'm so free today. It's probably seven o'clock in the evening over there."
Xu's mother quickly calculated the time on Xu Xin's side.
"Yes, I came to the away game with the team today. I just checked into the hotel and have nothing to do tonight. By the way, when will you and dad come? It's almost the end of the year."
"Your dad still has some things to deal with, probably in a week."
Mother Xu said.
"I've missed you all, haha. Okay, tell me when the time is determined and I'll book the flight."
Xu Xin said with a smile that he was busy with work on weekdays and could only feel relaxed when chatting with his mother in his free time.
"Bang bang bang!"
A knock on the door interrupted the conversation between the two, and Xu Xin put down the phone and opened the door.
The person outside the door is Jeremy Lin.
"Shu Hao, come in and sit down."
Jeremy Lin walked into the room and sat down on the sofa.
Xu Xin looked at his expression and seemed to have something unspeakable.
