Rekindling the dream of becoming a star

Chapter 239 New Display
At the Panshi training ground, there is a specially renovated stadium. It is a half-court, but its cost is more expensive than the entire training ground.

There are densely packed sensor instruments installed under the floor. Your landing weight and body shape, the amount of work done when pushing off the ground, the time you stay in the air, the gliding distance, the trajectory of your shot, the location of your shot point and other data will all be recorded by the sensors under the floor and the all-round, no-dead-angle monitoring cameras.

This set was funded by Lu Yun, and it is also a testimony to his friendship with Chen Fang for more than two years.

Combined with computers and special edition software, a high-tech training monitoring and evaluation system is created.

All the trainers were excited. Even Drew flew over specially after hearing the news. After knowing the price, he smiled bitterly and said, "The boss behind you is really rich."

Chen Fang smiled in response. He had to say that on his road to rebirth, Lu Yun was his benefactor, accompanying him all the way and helping him to get to where he is today.

Lu Yun was recommended to him by Wu Zhen, and Lu Yun acted as a matchmaker to introduce Wu Zi to him. It can only be said that the bond between Chen Fang and the three of them cannot be separated in this life.

Mary's knowledge found greater use, and she and Wick formed a physical improvement group to complement the skill group formed by Carl, Hannon, and Smith.

This is an eight-week comprehensive improvement program with extremely detailed training content.

Weeks 1-3 focus on improving basic strength and physical fitness.

During this phase, the main goal of training is to increase basic strength and muscular endurance. Training includes:
1. Free weight training: large muscle group movements such as squats, bench presses and deadlifts.

2. Core strength training: Strengthen the abdominal and back muscles through exercises such as plank support and side support.

3. Aerobic training: fast pace running, hill running, etc. to improve cardiopulmonary function.

4-6 weeks is to improve athletic ability.

This phase focuses on increasing explosive power and agility. Training programs include:

1. Vertical jump training: Improve jumping ability through box jumps, squat jumps, etc.

2. Quick reaction training: Combine speed ladder training and sprinting to improve agility.

3. Change of direction training: Improve players’ ability to adapt to the dynamics on the field through changes in impedance and speed.

Weeks 7-8 are for comprehensive ability training.

The final stage is to integrate all the training content and emphasize the combination of technology and physical fitness:
1. This stage mainly includes: High-intensity interval training: simulating competition conditions to enhance the instantaneous explosive power of muscles.

2. Tactical training: Combine actual game strategies with physical training to enhance capabilities in actual combat.

3. Recovery training: focus on active and passive recovery to help muscle repair and growth.

The skills group will use the free time to make up for the gaps in the previous day's training. Everyone was worried at first whether Chen Fang could persist, but after two months, no one had any doubts anymore.

He is the hardest working player I have ever seen and it is hard to believe that he will not succeed.

Smith said to his colleagues with full conviction.

At the end of July, the whole of August, and most of September, a total of 7 weeks, Chen Fang was at the Panshi training ground. His body fat percentage reached 8%, surpassing most NBA players and climbing to the top of the group.

The weight only increased to 96KG, but what was replaced by fat was strong compound muscle groups.

Because of the reduction in body fat, Chen Fang's cheeks and forehead bones are slightly visible, and the entire facial contour appears very three-dimensional. When he looks around, he is full of heroic spirit and his eyes are unstoppable.

Even Wu Zi said that he was becoming more and more like the former Wu Zhen.

In the bench press, Chen Fang also reached the passing line, using a weight of 185 pounds (about 84 kilograms) to test the bench press number of 12 times, far exceeding the rookie standard of 7 times.

The bench press is the first criterion for determining whether a player can adapt to the intensity of the NBA. When the opponent physically confronts you, whether your strength can hold up becomes very critical.

Often, the opponent will lean on you from behind, or attack you from the side, and you will be knocked to the ground. This kind of confrontational behavior will prevent you from even carrying out basic tactical intentions.

Everyone has their own absolute weight maximum, which is One-Rep Max!

Commonly known as 1RM!

If an athlete can complete 160 reps with 8 pounds on the bench press, the formula "1RM = 160 pounds × 1.255 = 201 pounds" can be used to predict the 1RM.

Once you know your 1RM, your strength training can be carried out scientifically. The training plan may require players to use 75% of their 1RM for multiple repetitions.

Gradually increase your original 1RM value, and do it under an ideal state without strain or injury.

Chen Fang's 1RM value has been raised to the qualified level for the back line in the past two months. Now, when facing biting and collision, Chen Fang's ability to withstand pressure will not be so bad, his movements will not be deformed, and his movement speed will not decrease drastically.

That's what training is all about.

Chen Fang felt like he was on a roll and could do anything.

But now, because of the increase in strength, a headache has arisen.

His shooting percentage has dropped.

The training team said this is normal and that a lot of shooting is needed to restore muscle memory.

So, in the following period of time, Chen Fang started training to make 3,000 successful shots every day.

Hannon said to Chen Fang with a serious expression: "Before, you shot very accurately, so I didn't say much. Now I think it's an opportunity."

"What?" Chen Fang was quite confused.

"There's a word called quiet eyes! Have you heard of it?"

"No!" Chen Fang shook his head.

"When you shoot the ball, when you keep your eyes on the basket, you have to do three things."

“1. Eliminate all clutter and keep the basketball hoop in sight.”

"2. Look at the middle area between the two raised spots that hold the net below the basket."

"3. From shooting to releasing the ball, keep it in place for more than one second, without blinking."

Chen Fang thought about it for a moment, and said, "It sounds quite magical."

"No, this is science. It has been verified by long-term data. You didn't need this before because of your soft touch and excellent muscle memory, but I think now is the time for you to learn."

"I can try, let's do it."

"Okay, let's start with free throws. I need you to keep your eyes on the basket from the moment you finish shooting, and there must be no obstructions on the court. This requires you to adjust the order of raising the ball and aiming at the basket."

"Just like this!" Hannon began to demonstrate, "Before you close the ball, you don't need to look at the basket, and when you raise the ball, you don't need to look at the basket. Once you reach the shooting point, your eyes must be locked on the basket!"

Chen Fang did as he was told, while Elijah, who was also in charge of data recording and analysis, was off the court, faithfully recording the entire free throw process.

The first time, it hit the target, but Hannon said, "I need a hollow point, the trajectory of the ball, exactly the same, come on, keep taking free throws!"

Then he came to the sidelines and watched the flight trajectory of the basketball with Elijah.

Time and time again, Chen Fang gradually found the feeling and his hollow-net falling rate was improving.

"Great, next is mid-range shots, one hundred," Hannon shouted.

Chen Fang did as he was told. Naturally, there were staff members responsible for picking up the ball and passing it. It was unknown how many shots were made, and Hanny proposed a new step.

"Start shooting three-pointers, five points, a hundred."

When Chen Fang finished shooting, Hanny pointed to the free throw line and said, "Go back and repeat the process."

Chen Fang practiced for the entire afternoon until he was soaked and felt severe discomfort in his arms, shoulders, and waist.

Chen Fang lay on a flat bed, and his personal masseur, Jeffrey, was giving him fascia relief while he listened to Hanny's words.

"This process takes a long time, and your shooting trajectory is moving towards the most reasonable arc."

"How long will it take me to go back to the past?" Chen Fang asked.

"You can't go back!" Hannon told him flatly.

"Can't go back?" Chen Fang almost climbed out of bed.

"Yes, your muscle groups are increasing. Your arms, shoulders, back muscles, all the muscles in your body have changed. How can you go back to the way you used to shoot?"

As soon as Hanny said this, Chen Fang understood. "Is this the price?" Chen Fang said bitterly.

"It's not a cost, it's a necessary process," Hannon denied.

"If you want to survive in the NBA, your strength has to go up, and your shooting has to change."

"Is there any way?" Chen Fang was unwilling to give up. His previous shooting was so accurate that it gave him so much confidence.

"There is only one way, and that is hard practice." Hannon said expressionlessly.

"Don't think about any shooting secrets. Any useful shooting tips on the market have nothing to do with you. Kobe, Jordan, Houston, everyone's shooting tips and experiences can't really help you. In fact, at your stage, all skills are empty, and there is no need to even learn from them."

"Everyone's hand shape, shoulder, hip and ankle are slightly different. These are usually the same, but when applied to shooting, they will produce completely different shooting shapes."

"Now is the time to reshape your shooting form and use it as a starting point to reforge your shot."

"Okay, I think I understand."

The Clippers' official training camp will start on September 9th, which is only a few days away, but Chen Fang is not worried.

His shot isn't bad, it's just low compared to himself, and he has other offensive scoring skills.

"I hope I can return to Shooting Master soon!" Chen Fang laughed at himself.

“Everyone has confidence in you.”

"You are a brand new person now!"

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For the 2017-18 Clippers’ full lineup, see the second chapter of the related work.

The training camp in late September is to prepare for the preseason and is also the deadline for undrafted players to compete for two-way contracts. The preseason is also to prepare for the 15+2 roster for the regular season.

At this time, the whole team will return and start the journey of the next season.

When Chen Fang walked into the stadium, everyone's eyes lit up, just like men watching a fashion show. The same will happen when you see an athlete with clear lines, a well-proportioned body, and exuding strength and speed on the stadium.

Thornwell was surprised because he had played against Chen Fang before, and Sevilla's Milos Teodosic, the European defender who had played against Chen Fang in the Olympics in 16, was even more shocked.

At that time, Chen Fang had a green face and few pieces of flesh on his body. The tips of his shoulders and elbows were particularly conspicuous, just like the thorns of a rose.

The current Chen Fang already has a sense of being cast in the flesh and being born under the light.

Lawrence and Rivers also have great senses. After only two months of not seeing Chen Fang, he seems to have been reborn. Coupled with his dark shaved head, he really gives people the feeling of full fighting power.

"Good boy, it seems you have been practicing hard in the past two months!" Lawrence figured it out immediately.

With the arrival of the remaining few people, the entire Clippers team was present, and the training camp began.

There are a total of 17 people + 3 undrafted players. During the ten-day training camp, 3 of them will leave. This is quite cruel, because before that, those who can stand here have already eliminated many opponents.

Despite this, they have to keep fighting for a professional contract and to play in the NBA.

Two two-way contracts, five people competing for them. It is not difficult in terms of probability, but it is the most difficult in reality.

Because all five of them have their own specialties and expertise, and their strengths are comparable.

We thought we would see an intense training session, but to the surprise of the whole team, the one who fought the hardest was Chen Fang.

In every training session, Chen Fang tries his best to do his best, not only pursuing completion, but also achieving the best performance, as if he is the undrafted player, rather than the second place who is sitting firmly on the throne.

It’s not that Chen Fang wants to be in the spotlight, but the training in the past two months has been too brutal, so he can’t hold himself back now and just goes for it hard when he gets on the court.

This eye-catching training attitude immediately inspired the fighting spirit of the whole team. After only watching for half an hour, Brian said to Wenger: "This is the best training camp attitude I have ever seen."

But Wenger was concerned about Chen Fang's fighting ability. He said, "Let's watch the competition in the afternoon."

"I need to know his all-round level after he gains muscle."

During the breaks in training, Chen Fang chatted and laughed with his teammates. To be honest, he was not unfamiliar with this team.

Kuzma, Nance Jr., Zubac, and Thornwell all fought side by side in the summer league, so they naturally have a deeper friendship. As for the others, they all have more or less intersections, so at least they are familiar with each other.

Although Chen Fang is the youngest player on the team, at the age of 19, he acts maturely and is humorous. It can be said that he has been integrated into this Clippers team.

In the morning training, the main players performed generally. After all, there was not much exercise, but Chen Fang still felt the level of hierarchy.

Gallinari, Griffin, and DeAndre Jordan, these three are all inside players, each holding a big machete. There is no need to say much about Gallinari, he has the technical ceiling of Europe, was drafted in 08, and can still get a contract in the NBA in 24 years. Can you say that this is not a good level?

Griffin and Jordan are both capable people and will definitely have a job in the NBA. If Griffin wasn't so competitive and wanted to prove to the Clippers that it was a mistake to trade him, his career would have been longer.

As for the others, Chen Fang didn't find any better ones.

The Clippers' inside strength is still top-tier in the NBA, but their outside strength has dropped to fourth or fifth tier.

The contracts of Prince Rivers Jr., Wesley Johnson, Willie Reed, Brice Johnson, Tyrone Wallace, etc. are really bottom-line contracts, which means that Rivers Jr.'s outside shooting can still play a tactical role.

The remaining ones, on the contrary, are new and better.

Kuzma, Nance Jr., Zubac, and myself, as long as the four of them are given time and grow up, there will be no problem for them to support the Clippers inside and outside.

Thornwell, Milos Teodosic and Javon Evans are all rookies this year. In terms of immediate combat effectiveness, Teodosic will definitely have no problem. It just depends on whether he can adapt to the NBA. As for Thornwell, Chen Fang admires him very much. His defensive tenacity and attitude will make him a qualified substitute.

With the help of Hei Nao's evaluation, Chen Fang had a clear understanding of the Clippers' strength.

The best starting lineup assessment given by Hei Nao is: Teodosic at 1, Chen Fang at 2, Kuzma at 3, Griffin at 5, and Jordan at .

The rotation is Nance Jr., Zubac, Rivers Jr., and Gallinari.

Substitutes are Thornwell, Wesley, Blythe, Thornwell, Evans.

There are also fringe players Willie Reed, Tyrone Wallace, CJ Williams, and Jameel Wilson.

Chen Fang has some different views on this.

In his opinion, if the Clippers want to make the playoffs, they have to move their starting lineup in a faster direction, take Jordan off, and let Gallinari and Griffin, two power forwards, take turns attacking the inside.

Zubac and Jordan can serve as tactical fill-ins to stabilize the situation in positional battles and the fourth quarter.

On the outside, more frequent rotations are needed, with constant speed increase to maintain a semi-conversion offensive and defensive rhythm.

Of course, these are just Chen Fang’s thoughts, and he won’t tell anyone.

Because everything will be revealed after ten days of training camp.

Then through the preseason, it was finalized.

Thinking about it, Chen Fang is looking forward to it. He is eager for the regular season to come more than ever. He really wants to know what he can achieve in the regular season.

You know, Doncic amazed everyone in his first season.

2018-19常规赛，卢卡·东契奇出战72场，场均上场32.2分钟，得到21.2分7.8篮板6.0助攻。

Chen Fang remembers this data very clearly. This year can even be said to be the year of Doncic. His performance was too exaggerated and no other rookie could do like him.

And in his second season, he averaged a terrifying 28 points per game.

So, to a certain extent, the target Chen Fang wants to pursue is Doncic.

But he couldn't continue the competition. Thinking that this was also a bad idea, Chen Fang laughed.

"What are you laughing at? Are you thinking of something funny?" Kuzma asked.

"No, I'm just happy that I have a game coming up soon!"

Kuzma was shocked, with only one thought in his mind.

He is indeed a freak. Are all the people who can play with Kobe like this?

(End of this chapter)