strokinit Chapter 276
Chapter 276
Chapter 276
On October 10, the opening game between the Raptors and the Mavericks is about to begin.
A few hours before the start of the game, Li Xuan took a special car to the gate of the Canadian Space Center arena.
He saw through the car window that many fans gathered outside the arena, making traffic very congested.
"The fans are so enthusiastic! They just don't know who they support."
Li Xuan glanced at the crowd and found that there were not many fans wearing his No. 10 jersey.
However, he believes that it won't be long before his jersey can be seen everywhere in the streets of Toronto.
Under the protection of security, Li Xuan got out of the car and walked into the exclusive channel for players to enter the arena.
When Li Xuan walked to the door of the locker room, he heard movement inside.
"Whoever came so early is more active than me."
Li Xuan pushed open the door and walked into the locker room.
After entering, he saw Iguodala tidy up the locker room and make it clean.
This young man can do it, he is diligent enough!
"Andre, thank you for coming so early." Li Xuan greeted Iguodala first.
As the only rookie in the Raptors team this year, it is basically Iguodala's turn to do chores on the team. This is a hurdle that rookies must go through to enter the league.
"Today is your first show, how are you preparing?"
Li Xuan came to sit down beside Iguodala and asked with concern.
"I'm ready. Although I was a little sleepless last night, I have adjusted to the best state." Iguodala responded confidently.
Li Xuan nodded. Although he knew that Iguodala was a player with a big heart, he was just a rookie and lacked game experience.
So, he explained to Iguodala some precautions in the game and imparted some practical experience.
Iguodala listened patiently to Li Xuan's explanation and was very moved.
It is unimaginable that a team boss can be so frank with a rookie player.
As time goes on, more and more players come to the dressing room, and no one wants to be late for the first day of the new season.
Not long after, coach Carlisle entered the locker room with his assistant team.
At this point, all members of the Raptors are here.
Carlisle looked at the players who were talking while changing clothes, clapped their hands, and said.
"Quiet! Then I will make the final deployment."
After everyone quieted down, Carlisle nodded in satisfaction, and began to finger and draw on the tactical board.
"From the perspective of the preseason, the Mavericks' tactics are mostly singles. We must limit the two points of Nowitzki and Carter, and we must not double-team.
This task will be handed over to Li and Chris, can it be completed? "
After Carlisle finished speaking, he looked at Li Xuan and Bosh.
If they want to win this game, they still have to rely on Li Xuan, and Bosh is just an addition.
"Coach, make sure to complete the task."
Li Xuan and Bosh nodded, expressing their understanding, and answered in unison.
Carlisle nodded in satisfaction and continued to assign tasks to other players.
After laying out the tactics, Carlisle led the Raptors players out of the locker room and walked to the court.
When he came to the entrance of the player channel, Li Xuan stopped all the players.
"Brothers, today is our first match. Although the outside world unanimously dislikes us, our momentum cannot be lost. Don't be looked down upon by them!"
After Li Xuan finished speaking, he stretched out his right hand.
Bosh and Iguodala and others immediately put their hands on it.
Seeing this, the others also gathered together and stretched out their right hands.
"The Raptors must win!"
The Raptors players shouted in unison.
After the chicken blood, Li Xuan led the Raptors teammates into the court with their heads held high.
"Let's welcome the King of the North - Li Xuan!" the DJ roared loudly.
There were deafening cheers and shouts from the auditorium, and the atmosphere on the scene was pushed to the peak.
After the entrance ceremony, players from both sides came to their respective halfs for warm-up activities.
Li Xuan came to the Mavericks halftime, hugged Nowitzki, and exchanged a few words.
"Long time no see, Dirk, welcome to Toronto."
"Li, it's been a long time. I won't let the water go tonight. I want to see the strength of the Olympic MVP."
"Then I won't be polite, the victory over the defending champion is awesome."
"Then I'll wait for you to challenge."
After the exchange, the two bid farewell to each other and returned to their respective warm-up halfs to continue the warm-up.
Not long after, the warm-up activities ended, and the starting players of both sides were displayed on the big screen.
The starting lineup of the Raptors is: Delk, Jaylen Rose, Li Xuan, Bosh, Tyson Chandler.
Mavericks starting lineup: Harris, Terry, Carter, Nowitzki, Dampier.
The Mavericks lineup has changed a lot. Except for Nowitzki, the others are all players traded in the summer.
Due to the shortage of point guards, coupled with Jamison and Finley seeking high salary.
Cuban did not hesitate to package and trade Jamison and Finley in exchange for this year's No. 6 pick Devin Harris and Terry.
In addition, he dug the foot of the Heat and signed Dampier, who is known as the "second center in the West" with a high salary.
Cuban is also a wonderful person. He thinks it is worth signing at all costs, and selling what is not worth it like dross.
The referee looked at the timer, blew his whistle, and signaled the starting players of both sides to come to the middle circle to prepare for a jump ball.
Li Xuan stood up from the bench, took off his training clothes, and led the other four Raptors to the court.
During this process, the long-lost system prompt sounded in Li Xuan's mind.
"Ding! The host's current situation has been detected, and a temporary task is now issued: kill the old host!"
"Target 1: Complete more than 10 assists; complete the task to get a reward: pass attribute improvement card +1."
"Target 2: Limit Carter's score to less than 15 points; complete the task to get a reward: Steal attribute improvement card +1."
"Target 3: At the end of the game, score and rebound more than Nowitzki; complete the task to get rewards: +1 skill card slot."
"Target 4: Dunk the Mavericks players 2 times; complete the task and get a reward: Bounce attribute breakthrough card +1."
"Target 5: Win the game with a lead of at least 10 points; complete the task to get a reward: any B-level attribute promotion card +1."
A series of reminder voices sounded, and Li Xuan was very happy. The reward this time is very generous. If he gets all of them, his strength can be greatly improved.
After regaining his senses, Li Xuan quickened his pace and came to the middle circle to prepare for the jump ball.
After the two sides were ready, the referee threw the basketball into the air, and Chandler, the boxing champion, overwhelmed Dampier with his height and wingspan, giving the Raptors the first chance to attack.
The battle is imminent, and Li Xuan's debut in Toronto is finally about to begin.
(End of this chapter)