There was a gasp among the reporters in the audience.
Wang Feng shot this map, but James was inexplicably lying on his back.
But it should be said or not, what Wang Feng said is true.
Before Wang Feng joined the Cavaliers, James did not win a championship with the Cavaliers. The direct reason was that Wang Feng's Warriors defeated the Cavaliers for two consecutive years to win the championship.
This is the truth, but it's a bit awkward to say it directly. After all, James is the best player in the league, and he was a well-deserved Finals MVP when he won the championship last year.
"Mr. Wang Feng, do you mean that the Cavaliers in the 16-17 season will not be able to win the championship without you?" a reporter immediately asked.
"Then what do you think?" Wang Feng asked.
The reporter said nothing.
The Cavaliers in the 16-17 season, without Wang Feng, would really not be able to beat the Warriors joined by Durant.
Especially during the finals, Wang Feng averaged 29.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.4 steals per game. His performance was not inferior to that of James. He even took the initiative to come on as a substitute in key games, driving the Cavaliers' weakest link, thereby laying the foundation for the Cavaliers' comeback victory.
Without Wang Feng, it would be difficult for the Cavaliers to survive six games against the Warriors!
But is this how credit is calculated?
That's the same thing. If you put Wang Feng in James's position, do you think you can do better than James?
Didn't they also get eliminated in the Western Conference semifinals against the Warriors in the playoffs last season?
"Mr. Wang Feng, I think we are a little off topic. The core of the question just now is why you are unwilling to let the Lakers trade for LeBron, rather than the issue of your credit for the Cavaliers' championship."
Wang Feng nodded, "Okay, you want to know, right? Then I'll tell you why. Because James is the number one player in the league and the strongest player in the league today. I want to surpass him, rather than partner with him and always be him."
My younger brother charged into battle for him."
"So, what I want is to beat him one-on-one on the court!"
Next to Wang Feng, head coach Walton couldn't help but hold his forehead.
This Wang Feng is really too careless.
The entire Lakers knew what he was thinking, but you just have to know it in your mind, why would you say it out loud? Isn't this setting yourself up?
Wanting to defeat James head-on one-on-one means wanting to replace James as the number one player in the league.
Although Wang Feng averaged 36 points per game last season and was crowned the scoring champion and regular season MVP at the same time, Wang Feng is still not qualified in terms of qualifications. He must at least lead the team to win the championship to fully prove that he has the strength and qualifications.
After saying these words, it would be okay if Wang Feng could really do it, but if he couldn't, he would become the object of ridicule by the league, especially his remarks in today's interview, which would definitely be widely publicized by the media.
Become a handed down classic.
Wharton doesn't understand and won't understand. Why does Wang Feng care about you now?
Whether he can beat James or not, there is no suspense in his eyes at all. With his system, his personal strength will inevitably catch up with James over time, and the same is true in terms of honor.
Not to mention anything else, this season alone, as long as the Lakers can successfully acquire Jimmy Butler, Wang Feng is at least 80% certain to lead the Lakers to win the championship!
When the time comes, if you look back at what he said, wouldn't you be able to slap these guys hard in the face?
…
Wang Feng's speech at the pre-season press conference went viral in a short period of time and caused a strong response in the league.
With James as your target, do you want to be a rival rather than a teammate with him?
This reason is actually valid when you look at it calmly. Although his qualifications are still young, Wang Feng is the new regular season MVP after all. He is already one of the best people in the league. At the same time, he also has three championship rings in his hand. The highest honor and
James is flat.
Under such circumstances, it is normal to target James.
But the problem is, while setting goals, you must also consider your own situation!
The Lakers went through a lot of trouble in the free market this summer and didn't sign a single star. Currently, there are no All-Star players in the team except him.
Although Rose and Rondo were once All-Stars, those are things of yesterday.
Although Ingram, Ronzo Ball, Kuzma, Randle and others all have potential, they have not yet turned all their talents into strength.
Leading such a team, how does Wang Feng want to challenge James?
"I think Wang Feng should stop thinking about James and think about how he can lead the team to the Western Conference Finals. In the Western Conference, neither the Warriors nor the Rockets can compete with the Lakers. Even the Clippers with James + Anthony are very good."
It’s hard to say.”
"I really hope that Wang Feng can win the championship without historical MVP players like Curry and James, but I really don't think this is possible. Although his performance last season was shocking, so what? Even Jordan
If there is a Pippen that belongs to him, there are no players on the current Lakers team who can play Pippen's position."
Some media reporters also found James for an interview.
James, who already knew about this in advance, had a smile on his face.
"Wang Feng is right. I never think that the championship with the Cavaliers was due to me. It was the result of the entire team's joint efforts throughout the season. I, Wang, and Kyrie (Irving)
, Kevin (Love), and other rotation players, no matter who is missing, we may not win that championship."
"As for Wang Feng targeting me and wanting to challenge me, I feel honored. This also represents another kind of recognition. I am happy to accept such a challenge. It just so happens that I am with the Clippers this season and we have many times
I believe fans in Los Angeles will be delighted with the opportunity to compete."
I have to admit that in terms of emotional intelligence, James is much higher than Wang Feng. After all, this is an old fox who has been in the league for more than ten years.
As for Wang Feng, I don't care about you so much. It's up to you whether you live or die. If you don't accept it, just do it. As long as you can win the game and win the championship, everything else is just a cloud!
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The Lakers' next two preseason games were against the Jazz and Kings respectively, with one win and one loss.
Wang Feng's playing time is still not much, only a little over ten minutes. It is more about giving opportunities to the young players of the Lakers.
October 7, the fourth game of the preseason, the Lakers vs. Clippers in the same city derby.
In this game, Wang Feng's playing time increased slightly. He played 20 minutes and efficiently scored 26 points and 7 rebounds. However, the Clippers did not send James to face off against Wang Feng, apparently deliberately avoiding Wang Feng.
The last two preseason games are over and after a short five-day holiday, the NBA regular season is finally here.