Chapter 82 : He Desires To Be A Hero

"Because he is a player with a strong sense of responsibility, I just used another way to help him find his true self." Zhang Yu smiled slightly.

In terms of understanding of Westbrook, no one in this world can compare to Zhang Yu.

The current Westbrook is not Westbrook. As a sophomore, he has assumed the role of a defensive vanguard in the giant UCLA.

In everyone's impression, he is an excellent point guard with explosive talent, top defense, excellent breakthrough and organization.

Even Westbrook himself may not know what kind of player he will become in the future.

You know, when Westbrook won the MVP in 17, his round share reached 40.8%, the highest in history!

Regardless of whether it is in the Thunder, Rockets or Wizards, even if the team has Durant, Harden, and Bill's three scoring-level teammates, he has always played and held the ball.

The real Westbrook is not an organization-first point guard, but a big core with the ball.

He's a player who aspires to be a hero.

So in the Thunder and Rockets, every critical game and critical moment, he wants to stand up and be the one who saves the team.

Because of this, he became the originator of the meeting, leaving many famous scenes of fatal mistakes and key shots missed.

Playing the Warriors in the playoffs in 16 years and the Lakers in the playoffs in 20 years, Westbrook was always in charge of the ball at the last moment, which puzzled everyone. Durant and Harden are obviously better choice.

But in Westbrook's view, this is a matter of course, because he recognizes himself as a hero from the bottom of his heart, and a hero is to turn the tide and help the building to collapse!

This game is a key battle for UCLA, and Westbrook is eager to beat his opponent.

Zhang Yu arranged for Curry and Butler to provoke him, but only released his deepest desire-to be a hero.

But unfortunately, he is not Westbrook, he can neither be a hero, but also suppress Love's offensive firepower.

Holland also saw that something was wrong with Westbrook, but he couldn't change players at this time, he could only try to suppress Westbrook's desire to attack.

Unfortunately, he didn't succeed.

Even Durant, Harden, and Bill don't want to snatch the ball from Westbrook, let alone Love?

Holland could only watch him hit the inside again and again, miss shots again and again, and the Bulldogs counterattacked after grabbing rebounds again and again. The balance of victory gradually tilted towards the Bulldogs in the process.

With the "help" of Westbrook, the Bulldogs' lead was getting bigger and bigger, and finally beat UCLA with a score of 78:62, getting close to the finals of March Madness!

The UCLA fans at the scene were a little confused. The scene looked very lively, and Westbrook's breakthrough was also very imposing. How could he lose in a fight...

Holland's face was ugly, and he opened his mouth, but he still didn't accuse Westbrook after all.

He tried everything, but it didn't work.

This is why Westbrook is loved and hated.

He's a good friend, a good brother, but not a good teammate.

Durant, George, Harden, Bill... These stars all chose to part ways with Westbrook precisely because of Westbrook's all-encompassing way of playing.

He can inject vitality into the team, but it is difficult to bring victory to the team.

After the game, Westbrook stood on the center line with his hands on his knees, unwilling to look at his opponent who was caught in a frantic celebration.

He has tried his best in this game, and his iron man's physical fitness is close to exhaustion, but he still hasn't brought the team a victory.

And Westbrook has already discussed with his family that he will participate in the NBA draft this year, so this is his last March Madness, and his college career can only end in regret.

Westbrook looked at Curry, who was surrounded by the crowd, and a subtle mixture of envy and jealousy rose in his heart.

He also wants to be like Curry, with the ball in his hand, taking whatever he wants, scoring high scores and receiving cheers from the crowd.

But Holland only asked him to do a good job of defense and organization. Darren Collison was responsible for scoring in the UCLA team last year, and this year it was Kevin Love, but it was not his turn.

When I go to the NBA, I must become a superstar, a superstar that everyone is looking forward to!

Westbrook felt ruthless in his heart and made up his mind that he must practice his skills hard in the summer.

Having come through being underestimated all the way, he understands that only strength can win respect.

After the game, Holland was interviewed by reporters with Westbrook and Love.

Westbrook scored 23 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds in this game, but his efficiency was very low, shooting less than 40% from the field. Although Love only scored 17 points, he made 12 of 7 shots and was very efficient.

After a question and answer without nutrition, the reporter asked:

"Russell, Kevin, will you participate in this year's draft?"

The two looked at each other, and Westbrook said:

"Yes, we will participate in this year's draft. It's a pity that we didn't bring UCLA a championship trophy, but I believe that UCLA will definitely win the championship again in the future."

After speaking, their interview also came to an end, and Westbrook and Love left the room with Holland.

Next is Butler University as the winner, Zhang Yu brought Curry to the venue.

In this game, the Bulldogs' offense was dominated by fast breaks, and Curry played very well as the instigator.

After the whole game, he scored a double-double of 22 points and 10 assists, effectively motivating his teammates.

If it weren't for a few fast breaks, UCLA would have strictly guarded him from the three-point line, and even spared Butler and others who rushed inside for this, his score would have been even higher.

The reporter asked Curry:

"Steph, Westbrook and Kevin Love will all participate in this year's draft. Do you have any plans for this?"

Curry hesitated for a moment, then glanced at Zhang Yu, Zhang Yu winked at him, and he just said:

"Our journey is not over yet, there is one last game, and I will announce my choice after the finals."

March Madness has not passed, and the "press control" of the Bulldogs still exists.

Zhang Yu made repeated orders, and players were not allowed to answer questions casually, so as not to be made a fuss by reporters, arouse public opinion, and in turn affect his mentality. Naturally, Curry will not violate Zhang Yu's instructions.

Afterwards, there was also some unnutritious talk. After Zhang Yu and Curry expressed their determination to win, the interview ended.

On the way back to the locker room, Curry asked Zhang Yu:

"Boss, my dad suggested that I enter the draft this year. He said this year is my best chance... What do you think?"

Zhang Yu said:

"After the finals, I will give you a suggestion. I hope you will fully consider it before making a decision. Is that okay?"

Curry pondered for a while, then suddenly smiled:

"No problem, boss, your suggestion must be the most suitable!"

Zhang Yu also smiled:

"Concentrate on preparing for the final, now, our goal is the championship!"