Chapter 166 Better than Jordan?

"I don't understand! Why can't the Knicks' 100 million-dollar lineup score more points than a No. 1 pick on a rookie contract?"

"It's ok if we can't score, but why can't we defend well?"

"What are the other players on this team doing besides Stephen Marbury?"

"Are they all a bunch of useless people who just want to eat and wait for death? Especially Eddy Curry! He dodged Lin Yu's attack because he was afraid of being dunked!"

"Shame! This is a shame! They have disgraced the Knicks!" Even Barkley joked about it on the show.

"Honestly speaking, the Knicks' total salary is $1 million, but even that is not as high as Lin Yu's score alone."

"I really want to ask the Knicks management, if Lin Yu is a free agent now, are they willing to spend 1 million US dollars? No, are they willing to spend 5000 million US dollars to sign Lin Yu?"

Many active players were also interviewed.

Iverson said bluntly: "I have said it before, Lin is a superstar. To be honest, I am still surprised now. I never thought that there is really a player with such terrifying firepower!"

"Lin is the first player I've met in real life who can truly fight one against five!"

Dayao was interviewed by reporters.

There was also shock in his voice.

"This is an incredible game! I think now many people should understand what it feels like to be teammates with Dayu!"

"Just give the ball to Dayu, and Dayu will help you deal with all your opponents!"

The social melon that will soon confront Lin Yu will naturally not escape the media's interview.

"Cameron, what do you think of Lin Yu scoring 62 points in three quarters?"

"This is an incredible game. I have never seen such a crazy scoring performance. Even Michael Jordan has never seen such a crazy scoring performance!"

When Shehuigua said this, a look of shock flashed in his eyes.

In less than three quarters, he scored 62 points!
Even though the Knicks are indeed not strong, it is still shocking enough!
"You will fight Lin Yu next. Do you have the confidence to defeat Lin Yu?"

"Honestly, after seeing such a crazy scoring performance, it's hard for me to say I have confidence, but I will try my best to beat Lin Yu!"

……

The various discussions from the outside world directly put pressure on the Knicks' management. Knicks General Manager "Smiling Assassin" Isaiah Thomas finally had to hold a press conference.

"This Knicks team has indeed not met the fans' expectations, but the season is not over yet."

"In the mid-season trading market, we will try every possible way to strengthen."

"All-Star players from teams like Vince Carter are now being traded."

"I will do my best to bring one or two of these players to the Knicks to provide Stephen with enough help!"

Regardless of whether the Knicks have the bargaining chips to trade, the Smiling Assassin must show his attitude now.

When the media asked whether they were willing to spend 5000 US dollars or 1 million US dollars to sign Lin Yu.

The smiling assassin answered simply: "Yes!"

"In my opinion, Lin Yu is a better player than Michael Jordan! I know there will be many people who will come out to refute me."

"But is Michael, a first-year student, really stronger than Lin Yu?"

"I think Lin Yu's future will definitely surpass Michael Jordan!"

The reporters were not surprised by the Smiling Assassin's words.

After all, the Smiling Assassin is also a villain played by Old Joe.

Even if the Smiling Assassin said that Master Pi is stronger than Boss Qiao, it is entirely possible.

But it was enough for the journalists to have a gimmick!
Who is stronger, Lin Yu or Jordan?

With the help of a certain media, this incident instantly aroused discussion among countless fans.

In his rookie season, Joe averaged 28.2 points, 6.5 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game, won the Rookie of the Year award and was selected to the second team.

In the playoffs, Joe averaged 29.3 points, 5.8 rebounds and 8.5 assists per game.

But unfortunately the team lost 1:3 to the Milwaukee Bucks and was eliminated. "As for the first graders, Lin Yu should be stronger at the moment!"

"Michael Jordan's rookie season was not the strongest. Whether it was Chamberlain, Magic Johnson or Duncan, their rookie seasons were not weaker than Jordan's, and some were even stronger."

"Lin Yu may be able to surpass Michael in his first year, but I always think that Michael is stronger!"

"..."

New York, NBA headquarters.

Stern looked at the news about Lin Yu in the newspaper and the heated discussions in the media on TV.

The smile on his face never stopped.

He is so satisfied with Lin Yu now!

Not only did it help him open up the market in Longguo, but after breaking various records, the media also brought huge traffic to Lin Yu.

You know, isn't promoting Lin Yu indirectly promoting the NBA?
Stern directly saved a lot of advertising costs!
Stern ordered to the joke: "Give the order, we should also promote Lin Yu more."

"President, should we still promote Le Brun?" asked Joke.

Although the NBA is strong, its resources are limited.

If we promote Lin Yu more, we will definitely promote a certain player less.

"Now is the time to promote Lin Yu! Everyone else please move to the back!"

When it comes to James, Stern is also helpless.

The Cavaliers are originally a small market, and their record this year is not outstanding. They are on the same level as the Knicks, both of them are on the edge of the playoffs.

In comparison, Lin Yu, who has been breaking records continuously for the Celtics, deserves more support from the league.

But Stern is different from the way people are praised for their jokes.

Stern's general approach is to treat everyone equally.

While supporting James, he will also support Kobe, McGrady, Garnett and others, and will not put all his eggs in one basket.

And Stern never gives up on a player.

When Kobe was in trouble, Stern did not give up on Kobe.

When James decided to go for No. 1, Stern did not give up on James.

It's not a joke. After praising someone, he gave up decisively when he saw that the situation was not right.

The most typical example is Westbrook.

As soon as he saw Westbrook being called into various meetings, he decisively gave up praising Westbrook and chose the next star to start praising.

Stern is promoting Lin Yu now only because Lin Yu is popular now, but he will not give up promoting other stars.

"I understand, President! I'll give the order right away!"

……

Lin Yu did not pay too much attention to the discussions outside.

After the rest, Lin Yu continued training and prepared to face the Nuggets.

Even though the Nuggets were eliminated in the first round in their history, in terms of strength alone, they are at least one level ahead of the Knicks.

In the original history, the Nuggets achieved 49 wins, and it should be noted that this was despite injuries.

Nene, one of the Nuggets' inside pillars, missed 27 games.

Camby and Kenyon Martin also suffered injuries to varying degrees, but under such circumstances, the Nuggets were able to win 49 games.

If it weren't for injuries, the Nuggets would have no problem getting 50 wins.

You have to know that in the original history, the Spurs who won the championship only had 59 wins!
The Celtics were missing key players such as Pierce and Tony.

Facing such a powerful enemy, it is bound to be a tough battle!
(End of this chapter)