Sam Smith became the hottest sports journalist this summer. He posted three news stories about the Grizzlies on July 1, making him feel like he was back in the 1990s.

At that time, he was one of the most highly-anticipated basketball reporters in the world. At this time, this feeling came back.

This made Sam Smith very happy.

In any case, he successfully got Link's popularity. Of course, he was also happy to see Link's fantasy of surpassing Jordan.

As the former number one Lin Hei, Bill Simmons is now the number one Lin fan, so naturally he can't sit still.

The next morning, he called out Sam Smith, an old colleague.

"You are like Michael, you are already old. Link is in a state of decline? You idiot have never experienced Link's horror."

Bill Simmons is actually quite similar to Sam Smith back then.

He also played an indispensable role in Link's journey to fame. Link and Bill Simmons are not like Jordan and Sam Smith back then.

The showdown between two generations of great stars and two generations of well-known sports reporters has made fans feel very moved.

This era is different from before, but it is so similar.

Link was very grateful to Simmons for speaking for him, but he still didn't have time to get involved in the fight.

Link was driving to the Federal Express Arena at this time, and he made an appointment to meet someone at the Arena today.

Of course, if everything goes well, they will see each other at the Federal Express Arena every day next season.

This summer, there was less joy and more worry on the streets of Memphis.

Although the Grizzlies have just established a second dynasty, fans are worried about the Grizzlies' fate next season.

When Link arrived at the entrance of the stadium, posters celebrating the establishment of the Second Dynasty were hung on the exterior wall of the stadium. However, on the on-board radio station, the host was worried about the Grizzlies' reinforcement this summer.

Link shook his head. This atmosphere really did not conform to Memphis' temperament.

After parking the car, Link walked into the hall hall.

The lobby of the Federal Express Arena is as beautiful as ever, and there are many elements related to "Elvis" and jazz on the murals, which is worthy of being called "the most literary and artistic stadium of the league".

Of course, in the past few years, there have been more murals about Link in the stadium. They can be used to be put together with "Elvis" and jazz, which shows Link's status in Memphis.

Link arrived fifteen minutes earlier than the agreed time, but surprisingly, the person he had made an appointment came earlier!

When Link walked into the stadium, he found that he was already observing the murals and waiting for him.

"Come so early?" Link shouted, and the empty hall was full of Link's response.

After hearing Link's voice, a guy with a dreadlocked head turned around.

He had the phrase "god speed" tattooed around his neck. It can be seen that this is his newly added tattoo. Because last season, there was nothing on his neck.

The phrase "god speed" originated from god speed you on your way, which means that your future is protected by God, aims to bless others with good luck and success, and express your longing and blessings for the future.

The content of this tattoo is very consistent with that guy's experience.

"I want to come to this stadium early, but I didn't expect you to come so early, Link." The man smiled and greeted Link.

To be honest, he never expected Link to call him on his own initiative. After all, he is already a less useful person...

In the past three years, he has changed three teams. The shortest he has ever been there, and he was given up after only playing 16 games.

Although his performance has heated up last season, he still has not received a contract extension this summer.

No one believed him anymore.

In other words, he is about to undergo his fourth team change in these years.

It is not a gratifying thing to be abandoned by various teams.

But the experience over the years has also smoothed out his edges and corners. As long as there is a ball to play, he is already satisfied.

After all, just last summer, he even considered retiring...

So, when he received a call from Link, he was very shocked.

Now he only wants to have a ball to play and dare not think about competing for the championship. Although, this was his only goal once.

He was a little flattered by the sudden invitation from the championship team.

He came so early, and didn't really want to visit the stadium. He just wanted to prepare in advance and leave a good impression on the other party.

After all, no one in this world has believed in his abilities for a long time.

He doesn't want to disappoint the person who believes in him!

"Let's go Derek, let's talk as we go. I'll treat you to a meal at noon and experience the food in Memphis." Link looked at Derek Ross, who was smiling and patted his shoulder.

When Ross called himself a few years ago, when he begged Link to let him attend the training camp, Link agreed without hesitation.

Unexpectedly, a few years later, I called and begged Rose.

After that year, Ross came to Link Training Camp every summer. The high-level summer training did greatly improve Ross's level.

So, last season in Minneapolis, Derek Ross performed an average of 18 points per game!

Once again, Link Training Camp did a miracle.

Of course, in recent years, Ross has improved not only his level, but also his personal relationship with Link.

These two guys who had almost no personal interaction before are now friends with good relationships.

If there was no such relationship, Ross might have signed his name on the contract given by the Pistons yesterday.

But Link's call made Ross change his mind.

While chatting, the two walked to the honor showroom.

As soon as Link came up, he took Rose to the holy place of the Federal Express Arena.

After entering the showroom, six championship trophys were neatly placed in the display cabinet, shining brightly.

This strong light even made Ross squint his eyes.

In the showroom of the Chicago United Center, there are also six championship trophys. But because it was a product of the Jordan era, it always gives people a feeling of being out of reach.

However, the owner of the six trophys in front of him was standing beside Rose at this time. And he also invited himself to move towards the seventh trophy with him!

This made the six trophys in front of Ross more real, and it seemed less out of reach.

Ross couldn't help but stretched out his hand to touch the trophy, but was blocked by the glass of the display cabinet.

Link smiled, and called a stadium staff to open the display cabinet with one phone call.

This is the privilege that Pera gives Link. As long as he wants, he can even take the O'Brien Cup home for a few days.

"Is that OK?" Ross looked at the O'Brien Cup handed over by Link and swallowed.

"certainly."

After receiving Link's affirmative answer, Ross took over the heavy trophy.

In an instant, his body seemed to be electrocuted. Scenes of the past flashed through Rose's mind.

The No. 1 pick in the 2008 draft, the youngest MVP... Isn't I the one who used to be fighting for this trophy?

He always wanted to catch up with his former self, but he forgot his most important goal.

He is not just trying to stay in the league to play. What he wants is to climb to the top and look down on everything!

Ross stared at the trophy in his hand, fascinated by the sight.

On the cup surface of the trophy, Ross saw himself in the reflection.

Now, do you still dare to challenge your original goal?

It’s not just about hanging out with a team, but about challenging the whole world!

Do you still have such courage? Even now only Link believes in you!

"Link." After watching the trophy for a few minutes, Ross handed it back to Link.

"How is Derek."

"I'll join!"

Link nodded with a smile. There is no high-quality championship puzzle? That is where you didn't find his high-quality!

In 2007, a talented high school student came to the University of Memphis and started his journey to create legends.
Chapter completed!