r18novel Chapter 76 Is this still the style of the prison team?
Chapter 76 Is this still the style of the prison team?
Nearly 2.30 fans gathered at the exit to welcome the Portland Jailers back after a five-game road trip.
They were all wearing matching jerseys and had a few small banners up.
Go, Trail Blazers!
[Hanson Lee, the future of Rift City!]
We're now second in the Western Conference!
Welcome home!
Even the most unruly players on the prison team were moved by this scene.
This means that fans who were boycotting them a few years ago are gradually accepting them.
Without a doubt, Li He was the most popular, with fans chanting "Hansen Lee" and crowding around him for autographs.
Li He fulfilled all their requests, making the other players envious.
Zach Randolph exclaimed, "Hansen, I can't believe you're so popular after only a month!"
Li He laughed and said, "Maybe it's because I'm handsome and strong enough?"
Zach Randolph gave him a disdainful look.
Back in Portland, the fatigue from the five-game road trip took hold, and the players needed to go home and rest.
Fortunately, there were three days between the next game and the previous game, which gave the Trail Blazers a short break and allowed them to recover.
The next night.
Li He hosted a dinner at a famous local restaurant in Portland, and the entire team, including the coaching staff, attended, except for Bonzi Wells, who had confirmed his departure from the team.
Oregon is one of the few places in the United States without a sales tax, and even so, a single meal can cost more than $5000.
Everyone had a great time at the dinner, chatting about the problems in the five-game road trip and everyday things, creating a harmonious and joyful atmosphere.
As dinner was drawing to a close, Li He, as the initiator, revealed his true intentions, stating:
"Guys, this meal wasn't for nothing!"
"The team has organized a community event for tomorrow, and we hope everyone can attend."
Upon hearing about the community event, the prison team players groaned in despair.
"Stop kidding! Who wants to do something so boring!"
"Hansen Lee, I'm never eating at your restaurant again! It's a trap!"
"Dude, some communities still have signs boycotting us. Wouldn't it be embarrassing to go there?!"
In the NBA, participation in team-sponsored community events is not mandatory, but most star players and athletes do not object to such activities.
Except for the players on the Trail Blazers' prison team.
It's not that I'm purely opposed to this behavior, but I feel that I should use this time to do something else.
For example, one might smoke marijuana, pick up girls, find a place to have fun in a group, or simply stay at home and rest.
Ultimately, the lack of mutual understanding between players and fans over the past few years has created a rift that has severely damaged the team's reputation.
Li He heard the players' complaints, but also offered a solution:
"Guys, don't you think this is a new way to experience life?"
"We come from the crowd."
"No need for anything else, all the players participating in tomorrow's community event are paying for tonight's party!"
The atmosphere at the dinner was already good, and when Hansen Lee said he was going to treat everyone, many players became interested.
Li He knew that this massive financial loss was unavoidable.
But if we can gain more support from fans through some activities, it seems like that would be good.
……
The next day.
Most of the Trail Blazers players participated in the community event, with Rasheed Wallace, Erik Snyder, Zach Randolph, and others all in attendance, making it a star-studded event.
The role players naturally found their place as well.
There was no way I could refuse; Hansen Lee had arranged everything so perfectly last night, I'd feel bad not coming!
They distributed some daily necessities in the community and also interacted with some children.
"Rashid, could you smile any more gently? Anyone who didn't know better would think you were about to hit someone!"
"Zack, you weigh 260 pounds (about 118 kilograms), and you're putting a kid in a physical confrontation? Aren't you afraid he'll end up in the hospital?"
"Ruben, what are you doing? You're practically falling asleep standing up. Did you work overtime again yesterday?!"
Li He felt both amused and speechless.
The same work clothes and hat look very formal on others.
Wearing it on his prison teammates, he looked like he was there to cause trouble.
Even when she laughs, she's unpredictable.
Add to that the terrible stories that have been passed down by word of mouth.
Several hours passed, and several children were frightened to tears.
But Li He also knew that it would be difficult to expect his teammates in the prison team to work meticulously.
Being able to attend these community events is already quite an achievement.
After the community event, Rashid Wallace complained:
"Hansen, where did you get this crazy idea? Don't call me next time!"
The little flying squirrel also whispered, "This community activity is even more mentally exhausting than regular training."
Zach Randolph, on the other hand, seemed to be having a lot of fun, slamming dunks over the kids' heads, thoroughly enjoying himself.
"I thought it was quite fun, but it would be even better if we could find somewhere else to play after the community event!"
That's exactly what I meant!
"Let's go, let's go too!"
"Hansen treated us last night, I'll treat you today!"
"OK, I'll order 10!"
"Get out."
……
The next morning.
The recent events involving the prison team have made headlines in several major Portland media outlets, including The Oregonian, the Portland Tribune, sports radio, and online forums.
Second in the West! This Trail Blazers team is full of hope! They may achieve their best results in recent years!
Four wins on a five-game road trip! The toughest stretch is over, Trail Blazers, take off!
Averaging 29.8 points per game, Hansen Lee has a chance to contend for the scoring title in his rookie season!
Bonzi Wells has been traded to Memphis!
"Prison team players showed their softer side by participating in community activities and enjoying themselves with fans."
Perhaps we shouldn't be judging the Trail Blazers with the same eyes we used to!
Please give the Trail Blazers a chance and support your hometown team!
A new king ascends the throne in Rift City! Hanson Lee will change this city!
With the team's record climbing to second in the Western Conference and their strong season performance, coupled with the initiatives led by Li He, the team has achieved remarkable success.
The Trail Blazers' reputation has been salvaged.
At the same time, the team traded problem player Bonzi Wells to Memphis in exchange for a future draft pick and Wesley Persson.
This also showed the fans the management's determination.
They are determined to eradicate the team's cancer and prepare for a complete overhaul.
The team management has the right attitude, the players have responded and performed well, the team has good results, and on top of that, there's a super rookie like Hansen Lee who is full of future potential.
The fans seem to have no reason not to support it.
On a local fan forum in Portland, a new post is getting enthusiastically upvoted by the Heat.
Let the Rose Garden Arena regain its former glory!