novelraw Chapter 699 Lin Tian Dominates the Entire Basketball World! Jordan's Most Unforgettable Moment
Chapter 699 Lin Tian Dominates the Entire Basketball World! Jordan's Most Unforgettable Moment
The buzz surrounding the MVP completely overshadowed the discussion of the All-NBA Team. Everyone was talking about the MVP, not the All-NBA Team.
Really, hardly anyone cares anymore!
But no matter how little anyone cares, this regular season award, which is second only to the MVP, still deserves a mention!
This year's All-NBA First Team members are Lin Tian, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Tim Duncan, and Yao Ming!
Of these five, Lin Tian, Duncan, and Kobe are all veterans who have been selected for many years, while James is a second-time selection and will certainly start his streak of being selected for many more years.
As for Yao Ming, although he can already be called a "veteran", this is the first time in his career that he has been selected for the All-NBA First Team!
For him, this is the best compliment he could receive!
The second team of the year consisted of Iverson, Nash, Garnett, Nowitzki, and O'Neal.
The third team consists of Wade, Billups, McGrady, Brand, and Ben Wallace.
It's worth mentioning that Lin Tian didn't have a single teammate in the All-Star team this year!
Stoudemire and Anthony were clearly sidelined because of the brawl and were both dropped from the draft.
Meanwhile, the Knicks also failed to win any awards, including All-Defensive Team, Sixth Man of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and Most Improved Player.
The Knicks also had no say in the management awards, including Coach of the Year and General Manager of the Year.
Furthermore, apart from Lin Tian, none of them were able to make it into the All-Star Game.
This year's Knicks can definitely be described as having Lin Tian as their sole star!
He single-handedly carried the whole thing!
Of course, everyone knows that both Anthony and Stoudemire have the ability and qualifications to make the All-NBA team and the All-Star team.
But the fact that Lin Tian was able to lead the team to second place in the league despite these two players missing 20 games speaks volumes!
Lin Tian's influence, strength, and statistics are absolutely number one in the league!
Then came the moment everyone had been eagerly anticipating, the moment everyone was really looking forward to seeing.
In Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the Knicks hosted the Nets.
Before the game started, the league set up a temporary podium. Xiao Hua, who had been promoted to special assistant to the president and also served as a temporary vice president, came to the scene to present the award to Lin Tian.
This awards ceremony garnered more attention than ever before, even more than when Lin Tian received the unanimous MVP award!
As for the reason?
Everyone was eager to see if this guy, who was already known for his incredibly crazy talk, would go on another rampage at the press conference after his previous outbursts!
They were all hoping that Lin Tian would say something shocking!
Lin Tian's speech this time was extremely brief.
But despite its brevity, every word excited his fans!
"I've lost count of how many times I've won MVP, but what I'm trying to say is, I don't really care about it, I have plenty!"
"So to those who don't want to vote for me, those who vote against their conscience, I want to tell you it doesn't matter! I don't care, you can never vote for me, you can even unite and not give me a single vote!"
"Then, let's see if I lost the MVP, or if the MVP lost me!"
"And congratulations to Tim, LeBron, and Steve, you guys are my good buddies, you all got votes."
"At least one of you will be lucky enough not to meet me in this year's playoffs, which means that lucky one won't get crushed by me."
"But of course, if you're scared, if you chicken out, then I might not meet a single person this year."
"In that case, consider yourself lucky!"
"Finally, let me have a few words with Mr. Stern from afar."
"If there are no clear criteria for MVP, and it's purely a matter of who votes, I suggest giving that power to the fans! They can vote for whoever they like, and if they like Tang, they could even make him the MVP!"
"I believe he will be very happy, and the fans will be very happy too!"
"At the very least, we play to serve the fans, not to please the media!"
After saying this, Lin Tian waved to the fans, waved the trophy a couple of times, and then turned and left.
These few words revealed Lin Tian's unparalleled arrogance and confidence!
If directly naming the three vote-getters is considered standard practice and an option that everyone could predict, then Lin Tian's outburst at all the media was truly an act of extreme boldness.
That line, "It's not my loss, it's the MVP's loss," sparked a frenzy of cheers and shouts from the nearly 2 Knicks fans in attendance!
This is our beloved Lin! The most arrogant and crazy Lin!
Only such a crazy star can attract such crazy and loyal fans!
As for the final remark that indirectly criticized Stern, it immediately changed Silver's expression.
Is there something you can't tell me? Am I not qualified?
Lin Tian: Yes, you're not qualified!
Lin Tian's manner of speaking just now was somewhat... how should I put it?
If you had to describe his performance in one line, that would be a perfect quote.
That is: What I want to destroy is this very sky!
In a one-minute speech, he attacked his opponents, reporters, and the league!
Aside from the fans, Lin Tian criticized everyone involved.
Needless to say, his remarks will not only make his fans like him even more, but will also definitely make headlines tonight!
It overshadowed the headlines about the Nets' elimination!
Given Lin Tian's state and level of anger tonight, anyone who runs into him is doomed!
Brooklyn Nets?
Their game tonight was a rematch of the second game.
They were completely crushed!
If the Nets were completely outplayed by the Knicks in Game 2 of the series, then tonight, the Nets were completely outplayed by Lin Tian alone.
这个晚上，林天打了37分钟，爆砍55分19篮板7助攻3抢断4盖帽！
Not only was he unstoppable on offense, but he also repeatedly charged into the paint to fight for rebounds with Yao Ming and others!
That night, Lin Tian led all players in rebounds!
At the same time, the Knicks also gained the upper hand in rebounding for the first time!
Tonight, Lin Tian was like a wounded wild beast, rampaging and bloodthirsty!
All I can say is that the Nets were incredibly unlucky!
Anyone who encounters Lin Tian tonight is doomed!
89: 119!
In the end, the Nets lost by a whopping 30 points again! They were swept aside by the Knicks with a 4-1 series score!
The Knicks have advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals for the third consecutive year!
They continue their efforts to defend their title!
At the post-match press conference, reporters from all walks of life were sharpening their knives, eagerly anticipating the event!
They're waiting to make trouble for Lin Tian!
Dare to get angry at us?
Come on! Let's duel!
The reporters, who had been so eager to please, were met by Lin Tian, who was dressed casually, relaxed, and even chewing gum.
Lin Tian leaned back in his chair, his eyes half-closed as he scanned the room.
If this were a fantasy novel, Lin Tian would be exuding an aura of dominance, his entire body enveloped in golden light, terrifying the audience who trembled and dared not utter a single word!
But unfortunately it isn't.
So, although Lin Tian could keep everyone in the audience silent, and even made several people take a step back and swallow, he was still able to keep them quiet.
But there was no golden light, air currents, lightning, or anything like that surrounding Lin Tian.
Almost there.
Although he didn't say a word, and even had a smile on his face, the reporters below, who had just been so eager to challenge Lin Tian and demand an explanation, fell silent.
In the blink of an eye, they realized how wrong they were.
It's not like we voted randomly, so why should we stand up for those crazy colleagues?
At the same time, they were also quickly planning something in their minds.
Do we really have to offend this guy?
Is it worth offending this guy for the sake of a few colleagues who voted recklessly out of their minds?
not worth it!
Almost everyone reached the same conclusion at the same time.
That's completely unnecessary!
It's a thankless task.
But at this moment, no one dared to speak first, because no one knew whether their thoughts were the same as those of the people around them.
If I stand up and back down, will people laugh at me?
What if I'm the only one who stands up to condemn this? Would I be seen as a lone idiot fighting a desperate battle?
Quiet, utter silence.
After the silence lasted for about two minutes, a white-haired reporter finally stood up.
90% of the people there recognized him!
He was the editor-in-chief of a very influential newspaper in New York.
His remarks essentially set the tone for the rest of the press conference.
What will he say?
At this moment, everyone looked at this senior, waiting for him to clear the way for them.
"Lin, congratulations on winning the MVP and advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals! What are your thoughts on this series that just ended?"
They've taken the initiative to show weakness!
Upon hearing this question, everyone present immediately understood the senior's thoughts.
Then, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
It's great that we don't have to face Lin Tian head-on when he's at full power!
Even if they only exchange words and don't actually fight, that would be wonderful!
Now, let's see if Lin Tian will persist relentlessly until the very end, or simply give up.
"I really enjoy it," Lin Tian said casually. "I really enjoy this series. My opponents are quite strong. Whether it's Yao or Vince, they've brought back the feeling of my younger days."
"I love their game. I've said before that Yao is the best center in the world, and this year's All-NBA selection proves that! He is undoubtedly the best center right now!"
As Lin Tian praised Yao Ming once again, everyone completely relaxed.
There's no chance of fighting anymore, we're safe!
The atmosphere, which had been tense and extremely serious the moment Lin Tian entered, suddenly changed.
It turned into a regular press conference after a regular match once again. Everyone was in high spirits, chatting, joking, and asking each other questions. The atmosphere was incredibly harmonious!
Then, when the press officer announced that it was the last question and the press conference was about to end, the elderly reporter who had spoken first stood up again, and the room fell silent.
Everyone wants to hear what kind of question this opening warrior will use to end the performance!
"Tell us your thoughts, Lin! After winning the MVP award and finding out the MVP voting results, what was your first reaction? Were you angry that you didn't get a unanimous MVP?"
This is a very important question.
After a pleasant chat, the veteran reporter suddenly brought up this question, his meaning quite simple: say whatever you want, whether it's harsh, funny, sentimental, or heartfelt, it's all fine! In short, whatever Lin Tian says, this matter will just be over!
Now that they've talked things out, neither of them should hold a grudge anymore.
That's very clever!
Of course, if Lin Tian continues to press on and makes a particularly harsh statement that crosses the line, then it would be tantamount to formally declaring war on the reporters.
At that time, war will be unavoidable.
Simply put, this veteran journalist offered up a ladder that symbolized peace.
It all depends on whether Lin Tian will come down.
"Not angry." After the old reporter finally got to the point with his last question, Lin Tian didn't disappoint him. He offered a way out, so he accepted it.
They've already conceded defeat. It's not like they're mortal enemies, and it's not like Jordan did back then, who voted away the MVP award that was practically in his grasp.
Even Jordan in '97 didn't have a falling out with the media. He only lost two votes, so what's there to be angry about?
Well, of course, maybe it's because Jordan and Lin Tian made that bet in '97, so all the resentment was directed at Lin Tian, and he had no mood to lash out at the media.
It's also possible that he lacked the confidence to lash out.
What could he say?
"It's all because of you guys that I had to kiss a donkey's ass and a pig's ass?"
Would Jordan really say that?
How could he just say such a shameful thing that Jordan considered a disgrace to his life?
Don't even think about it! It's impossible! This is probably the real reason why it didn't escalate into a big deal that time!
However, now that Jordan has been brought up, and since Lin Tian is willing to go along with it,
Then you have to share your thoughts and let everyone know what you're thinking.
"Michael taught me a lesson back then: what's meant to be yours will definitely be yours! If someone tries to take something from you, the thing to do isn't to complain, but to take it back! And beat them so badly they'll never dare to take it from you again!"
"That's exactly what Michael did back then! I still remember it. It was the 1997 playoffs. We had won 70 games for the second consecutive season, and almost everyone thought Michael was going to win another MVP award."
"We even played a little joke on it, and it was broadcast live across the entire US!"
"Then, as everyone knows, that happened. Michael didn't win the MVP award, and then he did some performance art in front of fans all over the country."
"But that doesn't matter! Not at all. What matters is what Michael did afterward. He didn't complain about the league or the reporters, nor did he complain that Karl stole his stuff. He just came to the Finals and beat Karl so badly he ran away in terror, and he beat the Utah team to a pulp!"
"Yeah, it was me who beat them so badly they were running away in terror. Michael was mainly responsible for taking them down on the basketball level, and I was responsible for another level."
"That's all I wanted to say. I'm not going to complain anymore. I'll prove everything with basketball. I'll conquer everyone with my performance on the court. They didn't vote for me because I wasn't strong enough. They voted for others because they thought those others were stronger."
"Then I'll conquer everyone with my performance! Just like Michael did back then!"
What constitutes a textbook example of a graceful and respectful speech? And what is a textbook example of a speech that makes everyone feel comfortable and remember it, ensuring they won't make a mistake in voting next year?
That's it!
There's no better Eastern way than this!
Lin Tian's speech even drew loud applause from the reporters present!
We're convinced! Everyone's convinced! Next year, we'll still vote for you! We'll let you continue to be the MVP!
We can even help you investigate! Find out which bastards voted haphazardly, provoking Lin's fury!
In short, with this speech, this chapter is now completely over!
Of course, this only applies to the interaction between Lin Tian and the reporter.
Other places...
"Hahahaha! I'm dying of laughter! Hahahaha! I'm dying of laughter! That bastard Lin! Hahahaha, I'm dying of laughter! Hahahaha!" In a house in Indiana, Bird was so laughing that he was completely collapsed on his sofa. Apart from his non-stop laughter, he couldn't do anything else for the time being.
Lin is such a wicked guy!
You say you're going to play the game with the media, fine, but why are you bringing up Jordan? You even brought up the most painful thing that happened to him in his life, and reminded everyone about performance art, bets, and nationally televised events.
That's terrible!
Memories that had been buried deep in the brain resurfaced before everyone's eyes.
With the rapid development of the Biden era and YouTube, almost instantly, the entire sports section of the YouTube website was filled with Jordan's two wonderful moments.
Donkey's ass, pig's ass, and Jordan's ass!
The video of that nationwide live broadcast was posted online by countless people; who knows how many people recorded it that day.
In short, Jordan is hot again!
Aside from Bird, who was laughing so hard his stomach hurt, Jordan's old friends—Barkley, Magic Johnson, Ewing, Pippen, and the like—were all eager to call him one after another.
They wanted to give their good friend a proper welcome.
Unfortunately, apart from Barkley, who was the first to make a call, everyone else's phones were unreachable.
Barkley, in fact, didn't say more than a few words.
Because Jordan knew what had happened.
So he quickly hung up the phone; he wasn't going to waste his breath on these bastards!
I'm so angry!
Enraged, Jordan smashed the computer screen in front of him onto the floor!
Just before he smashed it down, the computer screen was showing footage of him interacting closely with animals.
Exploded.
Jordan was so angry that he kept breathing heavily and taking deep breaths to calm himself down.
But he couldn't do it.
Bastard! You son of a bitch!
I'll kill you sooner or later, you bastard!
Jordan was trembling with rage at that moment.
After all, no one in this world can bear to have their most shameful past brought up again in this way.
In particular, Jordan was 100% certain that Lin Tian was done on purpose by his mother!
That bastard, why doesn't he just die?
Just as Jordan was about to explode with anger, his son Marcus walked in. Seeing the poor computer lying on the floor, Marcus shuddered, and his survival instinct made him turn around and leave.
"Stop right there! What are you doing here! Explain yourself!"
Enraged Jordan found an outlet for his anger. (End of Chapter)