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TheSwell is a bar where Clippers fans often gather, and TheSwell is also the nickname for Clippers fans.

Although Los Angeles is Lakers territory, there is still a group of Clippers fans in the city.

Many of them were former season ticket holders for the team, cheering and supporting the Clippers from the stands.

However, as the Clippers' record remained at the bottom for years, these fans gradually became disappointed.

With fewer and fewer season ticket holders, even this bar where fans often gather has closed its doors.

Today, the bar's doors have been reopened.

There was a newspaper on the table, a report from the Long Beach Telegraph.

"With a 6-4 start, the Clippers have the second-best start in franchise history, and under Zhou Yi's leadership, they are setting sail again."

"A return to the playoffs? With Zhou Yi leading the way, it could really be possible this time!"

When such news came out, those fans who had been disappointed returned.

This time, their home team has new hope; the Clippers have set sail.

The bar was packed with Clippers fans, who cheered and celebrated together.

After the celebration ended, the Clippers fans made their plans.

Two days later, they will present their gift in the home game against the Nuggets.

......

The CCTV team arrived in Los Angeles on the first day of the off-season, and Zhou Yi picked them up at the airport.

The tall and handsome young man at the arrival gate attracted a lot of attention, and Tian Li quickly walked forward.

"Hey, Zhou Yi, hello. I'm Tian Li, you can just call me Xiao Tian."

Looking at Tian Li, who was clearly much older than him, Zhou Yi still addressed him as Brother Tian.

Once all team members had assembled, Tian Li introduced each of them.

"This is my partner, and this is the photographer..."

This ten-person team from CCTV has a clear division of labor. Throughout the upcoming season, the team will focus on the I Ching and the Clippers, continuously reporting back to China about their games and daily activities.

This was also the first time Zhou Yi had received such a long-term report. Before the team arrived, he even called Yao Ming to learn more about it.

"Don't worry, Yi, this is how much the country values ​​you. In the future, you will be China's biggest brand in the NBA."

Yao Ming's words made Zhou Yi sigh. After the Great Wall of China was sidelined for the season, he only played five games in the following season before retiring in disappointment.

Yao Ming's NBA career lasted only nine short years, but it was also the happiest nine years for Chinese fans.

After meeting with the CCTV team at the airport, Zhou Yi hosted a dinner for them.

After the dinner party ended, Tian Li started working.

Zhou Yi's villa, located near the Clippers' training facility, welcomed so many guests for the first time.

After a brief tour of the villa, Tian Li approached the cameraman and whispered some instructions.

"Xiao Liu, remember not to take pictures of things you shouldn't later."

The cameraman, Xiao Liu, nodded, and only then did Tian Li feel relieved enough to walk through the gate of Zhouyi Villa.

When Tian Li was in China, he often visited the homes of football and basketball players for interviews.

In those households, the most common items are alcohol, sea cucumbers, cigarettes, and junk food.

But when Tian Li entered the room at Zhou Yi's villa, he was stunned.

There were no cases of alcohol, no cigarettes, and not even carbonated drinks in the refrigerator.

The entire villa is decorated in a minimalist style, and the largest room has been converted into a gym by Zhou Yi.

A training plan was posted on the wall, filled with everything from strength training to team practice.

Inside the computer room, instead of game consoles, there were numerous team tactical manuals.

"Ah Yi, do you usually not drink alcohol, smoke, or drink beverages?"

Hearing Tian Li's words, Zhou Yi shook his head. His greatest hobby and dream was basketball.

For the sake of his dreams, alcohol, cigarettes, and carbonated drinks have long since left his life behind.

Looking at Zhou Yi's home, Tian Li finally understood why this young man had achieved what he had.

Years later, Director Tian, ​​who had been promoted for his long-term reporting on the I Ching, said the following in front of the camera:

"When I walked into Zhou Yi's home in Los Angeles, I realized that this young man would definitely become a legend in the history of world basketball."

......

The two-day break after the four-game road trip ended quickly.

The Clippers will host the Nuggets at home, and the game will be broadcast live across the United States on TNT.

During TNT's pre-game show, Jazz Barkley and his partner Kenny Smith sat in front of the commentary booth, while guest Reggie Miller sat on the other side.

Inside the studio, Sir Alex Ferguson wiggled his large buttocks and pointed to the big screen, which displayed the records of the Clippers and the Nuggets.

The Nuggets have an 8-2 record, placing them second in the Western Conference, behind the Phoenix Suns.

The Clippers have a record of six wins and four losses, placing them sixth in the Western Conference.

"Guys, look at the situation now. If the Nuggets win, they'll be ranked first in the West."

"If the Clippers win, they can move up to fifth place in the West, next to their Los Angeles relatives."

After Barkley finished speaking, his longtime partner Kenny Smith began to add to the story.

"Yes, this game will directly affect the current rankings of both teams. You know, the Nuggets haven't been able to reach the top spot in the Western Conference for the past few years."

"As for the Clippers, the last time they sat in fifth place in the Western Conference was four years ago."

The topic from the TNT studio was also brought up by reporters in the home team's locker room.

"Zhou, if the Clippers win this game, they will be fifth in the Western Conference for the first time in four years."

Looking at the reporter in front of him, Zhou Yi nodded and leaned closer to the microphone.

"Yes, so we will do our best to win this match."

Zhou Yi's response was not beyond the reporter's expectations; in front of the camera, the young man remained confident.

She moved on to the next topic.

"So, are you confident against Anthony in this game? You know, he's currently number one on the scoring list."

The reporter's words immediately reminded Zhou Yi of Anthony during this period.

The three threats: a gangster background, dreadlocks, and an unruly personality.

"No matter who the opponent is, my determination to win has never wavered, even if it's Carmelo Anthony, who is currently the top scorer."

......

After a brief interview in the locker room, Zhou Yi went to the court to warm up.

Clippers fans were gradually entering the arena, and Zhou Yi could see that as the team's record improved, more and more fans were returning to the Clippers' home court.

Behind the basketball hoop on the court, Zhou Yi saw a group of unusual figures gathered together.

There were hundreds of fans wearing Clippers jerseys, including elderly people, middle-aged people, women and children.

Some of them wore former Clippers captain Elton Brand's number 42, some wore Baron Davis' number 1, but most wore Zhou Yi's Clippers number 8 jersey.

Instead of sitting down, they stood in several rows, shoulder to shoulder.

When the cameras and eyes were all focused on them, the hundreds of standing fans created a wonderful blue and white spectacle.

"Clippers! Let's go!"