Chapter 130: Let’s See Who’s Best on the Court (Part 1/2)

“Don’t take to heart what those players from America said just now. Their impression of the China men’s basketball team is still stuck in the past,” Yao Ming said.

“They do have the capital to say such things. After all, the men’s basketball team of America has been the champion of the World Championships for five consecutive times. However, I believe that in the coming years, the World Championship will belong only to the China men’s basketball team,” Tang Feng was full of confidence.

“Exactly!” Yao Ming nodded and said, “This time, we must create new history! We will bring the championship trophy back home!”

“Who is that young man next to Yao Ming? He looks so unfamiliar,” the players from America noticed Tang Feng because of Yao Ming.

“He must have been selected for the China men’s basketball team this year. No need to worry. He’s so short, he’s probably just a substitute.”

“But I feel that the way Yao Ming talks to him doesn’t seem like that at all.”

“It might be that they have a good personal relationship.”

“That means, this young man could have joined the China men’s basketball team through Yao Ming’s connections. Maybe he’s just making up the numbers.”

“It’s a pity for Yao Ming! Such a great player, born in China, probably has no hope of winning a championship in his lifetime.”

“There’s nothing that can be done about it. Mainly because his thinking is too rigid. If he changed his nationality to ours in America, he could immediately represent America in competitions, and winning the championship trophy would be a piece of cake.”

“People have their own aspirations, we can’t force them. When the China team gets eliminated, let’s all go comfort him, and by the way, mock his pig teammates.”

Although they were not too close to Tang Feng and the others, Tang Feng could hear every word they said clearly.

Of course, since Yao Ming had been playing in America, he understood everything they said.

Tang Feng suddenly stood up.

He walked towards the group of players from America.

Seeing this, Yao Ming quickly got up and followed.

The other China team members eating saw this and also put down their utensils.

“Tang Feng, don’t be impulsive!” Yao Ming reminded him.

“Is it appropriate for you, who are six or seven feet tall, to talk behind others’ backs and mock them?” Tang Feng looked at the players from America, his expression very serious.

“What we said is the truth! Yao Ming is a great player! It’s because of you pig teammates that he will never win a championship!”

“If he joined us in America, he could easily win the championship!”

“With your height, you’re participating in the World Championship? Can you even reach the basket?”

“I think you’re just here to make up the numbers!”

The group burst into laughter at this.

“You’re attacking me personally! You’re trash! Wait until we’re on the court, I’ll make sure to deal with you harshly!” Tang Feng issued a harsh retort.

“Ha ha! Are you dreaming? You probably won’t even make it out of the group stage!” they laughed even more brazenly.

Clearly, in their view, the China men’s basketball team was likely to stop at the top sixteen!

As for the quarterfinals, it was basically down to luck.

“Yao Ming, you’d better keep your distance from people like him! Someone as ignorant as him could affect your performance!”

“Have you said enough? He’s the strongest player on our China men’s basketball team! More than enough to crush you!” Yao Ming lashed out.

“Yao Ming, we know you want to protect his dignity! But someone like him, being so much shorter than us, has an innate disadvantage! Plus, he looks quite slender, he might even be knocked flying with just a light bump!” the captain of America’s team, Paige, said dismissively.

“Really? I’d like to see how you’re going to knock me flying!” Tang Feng was struggling to control his emotions.

At that moment, the coaches from both sides stepped forward.

After all, the competition hadn’t started yet, and if a fight broke out in the restaurant, it would surely shock the world.

Tian Bin pulled all the players back to their previous dining spot.

“Coach, what are you doing! These bastards are so arrogant! Let us teach them a lesson!” Wang Long shouted angrily.

“We’re here to compete, not to fight! If fighting affects the competition, can you bear the responsibility?” Tian Bin looked around at the players, his expression stern.

The players looked at each other, no one responding.

“If you think their attitude is too arrogant, then show them what you’re made of on the court! If you’re capable, don’t let them score a single point! By then, you won’t even have to lift a finger, they’ll be too ashamed to show their faces!” Tian Bin’s voice rose sharply.

Of course, America’s coach and players also heard what he said.

“A bunch of losers! Thinking of competing with us! First, make it to the quarterfinals before you talk!” George, the coach of America, said disdainfully.

Clearly, he didn’t take the China team seriously.

After all, the championship trophy belonged to America!

The China team, don’t even think about it!

For a while, the tension between the two sides became very serious.

After dinner, Tang Feng returned to his room.

As soon as he sat down, a call from Su Xiaoli came in.

He quickly pressed the answer button.

“Brother Feng, have you had dinner?” Su Xiaoli asked with a smile.

“Just finished,” Tang Feng replied.

“You don’t seem to be in a good mood. What happened?” Su Xiaoli was worried.

“It’s nothing,” Tang Feng shook his head.

“That’s impossible! There must be something going on there! Otherwise, you wouldn’t sound like this!” Su Xiaoli became anxious.

“Really, it’s nothing. Just now during dinner, the players from America said some unpleasant things,” Tang Feng answered.

“I thought something serious happened. Don’t take it to heart! Just think of it as them farting! The basketball level of America is indeed high, even I, who doesn’t pay much attention to basketball, know that. But I believe that under your leadership, the China men’s basketball team can definitely win the championship! I’m waiting for your good news in Beijinh!” Su Xiaoli quickly comforted him.

“Don’t worry! I will not only bring back the championship trophy but also make them lose miserably! I will let them know who is the real God of Basketball!” Tang Feng’s words were full of dominance.

“That’s the spirit! Don’t let the remarks of these people affect your mood, it’s completely unnecessary! It’s a pity I’m not by your side, otherwise, I could give you a hug!” Su Xiaoli sighed.

“Having you talk to me already makes me very happy. Be sure to focus on the company,” Tang Feng advised.

“I know,” Su Xiaoli nodded, “Professor Li introduced a very good HR director. I believe with her help, the company can definitely recruit more suitable talents.”

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