NBA: I'm really just an ordinary coach

Rose Garden Arena.

Head coach's office.

Pritchard walked in and asked anxiously:"Tang, have you seen the New York Times' statement?"

Tang Feng put down the book in his hand, nodded and said:"Well, Julia just told me."

Pritchard asked:"Then what are you going to do? Will the team respond?"

"My goal has been achieved, so I don't bother to deal with them anymore." Tang Feng said,"As for the team, we have to do what we say. We just need to refuse the New York Times reporter from entering the Rose Garden Arena. We need to inform the league. I don't want to be fined for refusing to be interviewed."

Pritchard nodded and said,"OK, I understand."

After a slight pause, Pritchard asked,"I know you are not a reckless person. You have your reasons for doing this. However, I am really curious, what is your purpose?"

"It's very simple. Our players have endured a summer of criticism and doubts. From beginning to end, the team has not responded because I need to use these criticisms and doubts to help us improve the players' enthusiasm and concentration in training.

And now, my goal has been achieved.

The players' emotions also need an outlet. If they always hold their breath to play, it will cause problems over time, especially for young players who are still adapting to the rhythm of the NBA and need a normal heart.

Victory on the court is one aspect, and off the court, we also need to do something to let them know that the team is with them. When they are criticized and questioned, the team will not sit idly by.

It just so happens that the unlucky guy came to the door, so I will naturally not be polite.

After this incident, I think their recent impetuousness can be eased a little."

Hearing this, Pritchard nodded thoughtfully and said,"They will also be more supportive of you.

This time you can fight back for Pippen, Rashid, and Sabonis at the risk of offending the New York Times. Next time, you can stand up for other players."

"I hope so."Tang Feng said with a smile.

This was also one of his goals.

A head coach who can protect his players can get more recognition and trust from the players.

That afternoon, when Tang Feng appeared at the training ground again, he could clearly feel that the players looked at him differently, with a little more recognition.

"Coach, I am willing to stay. The agreement will no longer exist after tonight."Rashid Wallace came forward and said seriously.

Tang Feng smiled and patted Rasheed Wallace on the shoulder, and said with a smile:"Rashid, if I tell you that that day, when you walk out of the office door with the agreement, I will throw it directly into the trash can, will you be angry?"

Rasheed Wallace was stunned and said a little dazedly:"Are you so sure that I will stay?"

What a straightforward guy.

Tang Feng said so in his heart.

Rasheed Wallace has already taken an agreement. Is there any need for his agreement to exist?

Of course, Tang Feng would not say what was in his heart.

Looking around Rasheed Wallace, looking at the Trail Blazers players who seemed to be training not far away but were actually eavesdropping, Tang Feng said with a smile:"Because, with them here, I know too well what kind of players they are!

I am very sure and certain that after you train with them for a period of time, you will fall in love with this place."

"Oh my god, Rashid, you always wanted to leave us?!! This is so sad! Sabonis pretended to be shocked and shouted

"Rashid, we fought side by side for a whole summer, and you actually wanted to leave us! You are such a bastard!"Billups also shouted angrily

"Oh, NO, NO, NO, Rashid, I remember when I came here, you told me that this is a team full of talent and hope, and I actually believed it!***!You deceived my feelings!"Ginobili cursed.

However, the smile on Ginobili's face had already betrayed him.

"OK, OK, OK! Brothers, I admit that I was wrong! To express my apology, I decided to treat you to a big meal and a few drinks after the training. How about that?"Rashid Wallace quickly stretched out his hand and said in a hurry.

After that, Rashid Wallace's eyes fell on Tang Feng again.

"Coach, don't worry, I won't take them out to fool around. I just want to express my apologies and invite them to my house for dinner. Of course, I'd also love to have you as my guests. My damn big villa is really eager for your arrival."

"This is your party, so we won't go. If we go, you won't be able to relax." Tang Feng said with a smile,"But you must remember not to drink too much. Just for the sake of showing your affection, because we still have to fly to Jinzhou tomorrow."

""Coach, don't worry, we know what's going on."

Rasheed Wallace knew that Tang Feng didn't like the crowds, so he didn't force him.

The training continued.

""Tang, I have to say that your move is really brilliant. The players' enthusiasm has obviously improved a lot, and they are more willing to trust each other. Scottie has also begun to try to integrate into the team. Everything is moving in a good direction." Looking at the Trail Blazers players who were doing defensive training under the guidance of Xi Bo not far away, D'Antoni whispered with emotion.

"To be honest, I thought he was planning to just muddle through and end this season. I even left him out of the plan so that he could retire here in peace. I never thought that this time, Pippen would change."Tang Feng nodded and said.

During this period, everyone has seen Pippen's performance.

After returning to the team, this former top star has been tepid and has a look of no desire, and is out of touch with the rest of the team. With six championship rings in hand and enough US dollars earned, Tang Feng has a feeling of not knowing where to start for Pippen in this state.

In addition, Tang Feng didn't want to do the kind of thing that would put his face in cold buttocks, so he didn't force anything.

He thought that as the season progressed, when Pippen found that the team might touch the highest honor, maybe there would be changes.

Now, Pippen's initiative to make changes is a pleasant surprise.

Pippen still has gas in the tank, and last season's playoffs are the best proof.

Of course, compared to Pippen's strength, Tang Feng values Pippen's experience more, which is what the Trail Blazers lack the most now.

"As long as he is willing, he can help the team in many ways."D'Antoni replied:"I think you should find a chance to talk to him." Tang Feng thought for a while and said:"Wait a little longer, I want to see if he is just in a momentary mood."