Pope of Basketball.

Summary

During the Lakers' media day, a reporter questioned Kobe's ball control and age, suggesting he should share the ball like the Celtics' Big Three. Kobe, infuriated, resolved to compete for the scoring title, increasing his shot attempts. Yang Rui, indifferent to media questions, prepared for the season after a short vacation. Thomas Bentley's super yacht, "Ning Jing," launched for its maiden voyage, is the world's largest yacht, valued at over 800 million euros, featuring numerous luxurious amenities. Yang Rui felt frustrated as he compared his life to Thomas's luxury. The Lakers' preseason saw Iguodala emerge as a core player, with Yang Rui implementing a point forward strategy. Despite the absence of key players, the Lakers excelled, winning all seven preseason games, including a victory over the Celtics. Experts favored the Lakers over the Celtics, citing Yao Ming's absence in the previous season. The Celtics faced media scrutiny, with Garnett and Pierce expressing confidence in defending their title, while Ray Allen appeared isolated. The NBA season opened with the Celtics losing to the Cavaliers, while the Lakers prepared for their game against the Trail Blazers, highlighting the competitive dynamics of the league.

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