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Chapter 191 National Media
Before the official start of the team's training camp, the Timberwolves held a meeting for the two rookies selected this year. Xu Hao and Ellington will show their jerseys at the meeting.When choosing a number, Ellington chose No. 19, and Xu Hao still chose his number in high school - No. 32 after much deliberation.It is reasonable for a rookie to choose any number, but it is relatively rare for a rookie to choose a large unpopular number like Xu Hao, which also made Ellington very curious.

He asked Xu Hao in private: "The team doesn't have any numbers to retire. Why did you choose No. 32? Let me think about it... No. 32... No. 32... God, don't tell me you're a guard or Shaquille O'Neal? Are you a fan?"

Xu Hao covered his forehead and said helplessly: "Why do you all think of O'Neal when you hear the number 32? My high school classmates also said the same when they saw me choose this number. Think about it again, what legendary guard is there? Number 32?"

Ellington racked his brains for a while, a clear smile suddenly appeared on his face, and he shouted: "Chris, I got it! I got it! Your idol is a magician, right? Besides height , I feel that you are quite similar to him."

Hearing what Ellington said, Xu Hao also felt very happy, but he still shook his head with a smile and said: "There is still a big difference, at least the magician can play center, right? If I want to catch up with him, I still have to There is a long way to go.”

After the two picked their numbers, the team quickly sent them their respective jerseys, a home white jersey and an away dark blue jersey.In addition to the different colors, the word "Minnesota" is written on the chest of the home jersey, and the word "Wolf" is written on the away jersey. This is also the difference between them. Of course, there are names and numbers on the back.

At the meeting, Xu Hao and Ellington stood between Kahn and McHale in suits and leather shoes, holding up their jerseys with smiles on their faces and allowing reporters and staff to take pictures. Now they have officially become members of the Timberwolves.As for the rookie contract, they signed their names after they picked their numbers, and they didn't hold a signing ceremony with much fanfare.

After showing the jersey, it was natural for the media to interview. Compared with Ellington, the 28th pick, Xu Hao's No. 6 pick naturally attracted more attention, not to mention that many Chinese reporters came to the scene.Since Garnett left, the Timberwolves have not been very popular with domestic fans, but now with Xu Hao, the situation is different. Many domestic media have sent reporters based in Minneapolis to follow up There is nothing to say about the news reports related to Xu Hao.

Out of respect for Xu Hao's nationality, the local reporters in Minnesota politely gave up their positions to the Chinese reporters. This made many veteran reporters who have been following NBA news in the United States all the year round feel deeply.Under normal circumstances, this kind of thing will only happen in Houston, and it is difficult to get such treatment even in New Jersey, but now Minneapolis has given them the same courtesy, all because of the existence of Xu Hao, although He has yet to play any official NBA games.

The reporter from China Sports was a slightly fat middle-aged man. He extended his hand to Xu Hao politely: "Hello, Xu Hao, I am a new reporter stationed here from Taili. My name is Chen Hanjie. I will be in charge in the future. Follow up on any news you get.”

Xu Hao shook hands with him quickly, and said humbly, "Hello, Brother Chen, I need you to mention something in the future."

Chen Hanjie was taken aback. He had also seen the video of Xu Hao being interviewed at the talent show before. At that time, he thought that this young man was a bit arrogant, but he did not expect that he was still very low-key in front of his compatriots. Maybe it was because Americans liked it. Did he express that tune on purpose?In any case, Xu Hao's attitude still made him feel very comfortable, it seems that this is a good job.

He laughed loudly: "I can't tell you something, let's cooperate with each other!" Suddenly Chen Hanjie's expression became serious, and he asked in a businesslike manner: "As the third lottery pick in the history of Chinese basketball, do you think you and the two veterans have a lottery? What's the difference big brother?"

Xu Hao thought for a while and said: "Yao Ming and Yi Jianlian are two senior players that I respect very much, and they have made great achievements. I am just a nobody. The difference from them, I think the first is position, I am an outside player, and secondly, I played college basketball in the United States for a year, so I have already adapted to the atmosphere of American basketball.”

"I've seen your resume. Before that, you didn't have any experience in professional games and national team games. So are you willing to play for the national team? From the moment you become an NBA player, being called up to the national team is inevitable. It's gone."

Xu Hao smiled and said: "For any Huaxia player, wearing the jersey of the national team is a supreme honor. I am willing to fight as a member of the national team while maintaining my health. Huaxia made a contribution."

After Chen Hanjie asked a few more questions, he and Xu Hao exchanged contact information, leaving the opportunity for the next reporter to ask questions.Within half an hour of questioning time, Xu Hao received a large stack of business cards. Looking at the dozens of business cards with different styles in his hand, he was a little dumbfounded.But Ellington on the side was very envious. He wished Xu Hao would give him half of the business card.

After dismissing the reporters, today's meet-and-greet was declared over. McHale specially came over and told the two rookies to remember to gather at the training hall at 9:[-] tomorrow morning. The training camp for the new season is about to begin. They must get acquainted with their teammates.Although Xu Hao and Ellington have watched many Timberwolves games on TV before, and the appearance and names of the players can be matched, but recognizing them does not mean they are familiar with them. Made some small trades to reinforce.

In order for the two rookies to leave a good impression on the old players, McHale repeatedly emphasized that they must not be late tomorrow, and that they must be familiar with the basic routines in the tactical manual as soon as possible, and those complicated ones can wait until the training together.

Xu Hao said that this is a piece of cake. He can go to the system to practice tactical moves with his new teammates tonight. Mastering basic tactics is not a big problem.In fact, in his opinion, Ellington doesn't need to be too nervous. He only needs to find an open space on the court and appear there, and then hit the shot. This is quite simple.

(End of this chapter)