Pope of Basketball.

Summary

Yang Rui, the head coach of the Western Conference, takes leave during All-Star Weekend to attend the Oscars, causing a stir as it's unprecedented for a coach to miss the event. David Stern reluctantly agrees, prioritizing player focus over coaching visibility. During the Rookie Game, Lin Shu Hao is highlighted but underperforms, while Team Barkley wins against Team Shaq, with Ku Ri earning MVP. Kevin Yue Fu surprises by winning the three-point contest, and Jeremy Evans takes the dunk contest. At the Oscars, Yang Rui makes a notable entrance with his girlfriend Si Tan Na, who is nominated but not expected to win. "Gravity" wins seven awards, including Best Director. The Oscar dinner features an extravagant feast. After the Oscars, Yang Rui flies to Orlando, generating media buzz about his absence from the All-Star Game. He prepares strategies focused on fast breaks and pick-and-rolls. The Western Conference wins 152-149, with Durant earning MVP honors. Kobe reflects on his absence, while East players struggle, particularly Howard, who underperforms.

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