Applause, cheers, and glory, all go to the players of the Kanagawa Prefecture team.
After the game, Coach Tanaoka, together with Jinguji Takeshi and Shinomiya Tano, held up the Autumn National Sports Trophy.
The MVP award was given to Takeshi Jinguji, who had the most amazing performance in this game. With such terrifying statistics as 63 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals and 3 blocks in a single game, Takeshi Jinguji's name became famous throughout the country due to media reports.
As the name of Jinguji Budo spread, IH's MVP Shinomiya Tano was also mentioned again, and the title of "Kanagawa Twin Stars" became known and understood by more people.
The MVP of the Autumn National Games is definitely a great honor and achievement for a high school player, but such an achievement did not make much waves in Jinguji Budo's life.
Budo Jinguji has never been a person who is easily satisfied. If his initial purpose of playing basketball was simply to "dominate the country", then his ambition has expanded since the day when Shohoku High School entered the quarterfinals.
Titles like MVP and the strongest high school student in the country can only be transitional goals in his basketball career, not the goals he will pursue throughout his life.
The goal pursued by Jinguji martial arts is no longer within this country.
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It was late at night, and the moon was dim.
The rustling autumn wind blew past the house, and a bit of coolness passed over the windowsill and walked into the room.
This is a bedroom of about eight or nine square meters. The lights in the room are not on and it is dim. Only the bright moonlight shines through the window sill, allowing people to see the furnishings in the room clearly.
On the desk near the door, there is a trophy with words such as "Autumn National Sports", "Basketball Event", and "MVP" engraved on the base.
The martial arts master of Jinguji lay on the bed with a pillow on his back, looking up at the sky outside.
However, his eyes were not focused on the night view outside the house, but on the "system panel" that had not been opened for a long time.
"Jinguji Budo, height 196.3cm, weight 88kg, strength: high school A+ level, agility: high school S level, body coordination: S level."
"Destiny: Ordinary, with a firm original intention, a last-second kill, and a leader of the era."
"Daily tasks."
"Please complete 200 push-ups, 150 sit-ups, 300 squats, and 15KM of running before 00:00 at night."
“Mission Reward: Strain Recovery Potion! (Relieve fatigue and feel relaxed!)”
"Martial Arts: Golden Bell Cover and Iron Cloth Shirt (specially used to counter the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms), level MAX."
Jinguji Budo's system panel is still quite simple, and the entries are also quite brief. For such a long time, Budo's so-called "plug-in" seems to have never shown its magic again. Its existence seems to have disappeared from Jinguji Budo's life. If it weren't for Jinguji Budo doing this so-called "daily task" every day.
Using the strain recovery potion given by this "system" every day, he really had to doubt whether this so-called system was his own imagination.
In the nearly half a year since high school, Jinguji's martial arts improvement has been quite small as seen on the system panel. Apart from being a little taller and a little heavier, there doesn't seem to be much other change.
In terms of strength, it seems to have improved a lot. In his martial arts impression, the strength column seemed to be A- or B when he first entered high school. The memory is a bit distant, and he can no longer remember it. The evaluation of agility and body coordination has also increased, but it seems that the increase in the score is not very large.
However, these improvements were all within Jinguji Budo's expectations. What concerned him more was the addition of a red entry called "Leader of the Times" in the column of his destiny.
He got this entry after winning the MVP in the Autumn National Games today. It seems very awesome, but Wudao has never known what the use of these entries he obtained is.
Just like that destiny of a “countdown buzzer beater”, he has been playing basketball for so long but has never experienced the thrill of a “countdown buzzer beater”.
Even Wu Dao didn't know how to acquire his "martial arts".
The only thing this system can bring him is probably the "strain recovery potion", which can help him recover quickly after high-intensity training. Another useful thing is probably the only martial arts. At least after playing basketball for so many years, Jinguji martial arts has never suffered a serious injury, let alone a minor injury.
He has even never eaten the "dried radish" that is the easiest thing for basketball players to eat. Not only has his physical fitness been improving, but his condition has also been maintained in good shape.
It seems that Jinguji Budou's plug-in is not as devastating as that of his predecessors. He doesn't even have a "star experience card". However, Jinguji Budou is quite satisfied with this.
Although his achievements today are based on his own efforts, they are also closely related to his system.
The intensity of training he has undergone over the years is probably something that no other high school student can replicate.
While thinking, Jinguji Budo closed the panel and shifted the focus of his eyes to the night view outside the window.
The cool breeze blowing on his face made Jinguji Budo's mind peaceful and calm.
"Today's fight with Zebei Rongzhi confirmed to me that my strength is at least one level higher than his."
"The Akita Prefecture team was formed by the players of Sanno Industries. I was able to score 60+ points on them in nearly 30 minutes, which is enough to prove my strength."
"Winning the MVP award in the Autumn National Games can at least add a pretty good achievement to my short resume."
"But... the results I've achieved so far may not be enough for me to enter the American high school basketball world."
"At this stage of the competition, the American scouts are not recognized, and my Xiangbei team has not yet become the strongest!"
"The plan to play in the United States cannot be implemented now..."
Jinguji Budo looked at the night outside the window, lying on the bed, planning his future. At this time, he already had the idea of traveling to the United States, but he didn't know what level of ability he would have in the United States. If he went there and just sat on the bench, it would be better not to go.
Jinguji Budou's ultimate goal is the NBA, and now in Budou's mind, there are two ways to enter the NBA. The first is to go to the United States, perform well in an American high school, enter the NCAA, perform well, and then participate in the draft.
Another way is to change your nationality and return to your country after reaching adulthood, and then participate in the draft after achieving success in the highest basketball arena in Asia.
If you return to your country to play basketball, you may be hindered by the trivial matters of the club. You can see some problems by looking at those domestic players who tried to enter the NBA in the early years.
But this path is relatively smooth. After all, if you are really talented enough, you can also play a dominant performance in the CBA, and it won't be too late to dominate the BA. Yao Ming, the pride of the Chinese people, is on this path.
Neon's basketball level is not the strongest in Asia. Using CBA as a springboard is just right for Wudao. If he is talented enough, he can also make a name for himself in CBA. If he is not talented enough and is just mediocre, there is nothing that can be done about it.
The other path is relatively more difficult. The American High School Basketball League NSAA has more than one million high school students participating every year, and there are countless schools of all sizes.
In this era, discrimination against Asians in Europe and the United States is quite common. Even if Wudao has the ability, if he goes to a team with serious discrimination, he may not even have a chance to play.
If a player cannot even guarantee playing time, let alone achieve good results, let alone the NBA, even the NCAA, it is still a question whether he is eligible.
If you rashly travel to the United States, the possibility of being hit is far greater than the possibility of smooth development.
What is the best case scenario? That is that Wu Dao plays with enough dominance, has enough popularity, and has a good resume, so that scouts can discover him on their own.
The above prerequisites firstly require ensuring the league level.
If you are a top basketball player, people may not even look at you, but if you are the top high school student in the United States, then your chances of entering the NBA will be much higher.
These two ways of entering the NBA each have their own advantages and disadvantages. In Wudao's heart, he prefers the first one, to directly prove his talent in the NSAA and NCAA. If it doesn't work, he will give up the idea, inherit the family business, return to China to buy a house, and become an ordinary rich second generation.
"I'm already in the first year of high school. After this semester, there will be another semester, and then I'll be in the second year of high school."
"I have to take some time to go to the United States to experience the basketball environment there and know where my current level is."
"If the gap is too big, then go back home. If the gap is not big, then go chase your dreams!"
"Next semester, take a long vacation and go to America to have a look!"
Jinguji Takeshi made up his mind, and fell into a peaceful sleep under the comfort of the moonlight.
What you think about during the day you will dream about at night. That night, Wudao dreamed that he punched Jordan, kicked Kobe, swatted Iverson away with a flick of the wrist, and dunked over O'Neal, who cried out that he couldn't stand it.
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After the National Sports Games in October, there have been no major basketball events across the country this fall.
The closest one is the winter trials from December 23rd to December 29th, and this competition is held during the winter vacation, at the end of the second academic year.
The Autumn National Games had just ended, and there were still more than two months until the Winter Trials. After the Autumn National Games, the training team was officially disbanded.
All the players of the training team returned to their respective schools, and the experience of the training team has turned into precious memories, existing in the minds of every player.
“One, two, one, two, one, two!”
In the afternoon, the basketball hall of Shohoku High School was bustling with activity. Takeshi Jinguji, Mitsui Hisashi and other players who participated in the Autumn National Sports Games returned to the team for training today. Takeshi Jinguji, who helped the team win the championship and won the MVP, inspired the players' enthusiasm for training.
With an ace of Jinguji Budou's level in charge, all players can see the bright future of Shohoku High School. The goal of "dominating the country" that captain Mitsui Hisashi and Akagi Takenori have always talked about is no longer a mere slogan, but a goal that can be achieved through hard work.
The players have a clear goal, and their enthusiasm and passion for training are obviously different.
On the court, Mitsui Shou led the players in a speed change running drill. On the sidelines, Jinguji Budou stood in front of Coach Anzai, lowering his head in silence.
After coming to the gym today, he told Coach Anxi about his plan to go to the United States. After hearing this, Coach Anxi's smile suddenly disappeared, and was replaced by silence that lasted for nearly an hour. During this hour, Wu Dao just stood quietly in front of Coach Anxi, waiting for Coach Anxi's response.
"Hey, what are Wu Dao and dad talking about? I see Wu Dao has been standing there for a long time!"
"Brother Budo, you're not going to try to usurp the throne and grab the captain position after winning the MVP of the Autumn National Games, but dad won't allow it, right?"
The abnormal behavior of Jinguji Budou and Coach Anzai on the sidelines was obviously noticed by the players. During the training, Sakuragi Hanamichi was chatting quietly with Kiyota Nobunaga beside him. Although the two quarreled every day after joining the team, they had similar interests and could chat with each other all the time.
"How is that possible?"
"It's been taking so long, there must be something else going on!"
Although Kiyota Nobunaga was stupid, he was smarter than Sakuragi and said immediately after hearing this. The two gossiping people were no longer focused on training and kept looking at the sidelines.
“You…..are going to America?”
On the sidelines, Coach Anxi, who had been silent for a long time, finally spoke, but his voice was dry and hoarse, as if it was the voice of a person who had not drunk water for many days. Obviously, Coach Anxi was holding a cup of tea in his hand.
As Coach Anxi spoke, he raised his head and looked at the tall young man in front of him, his eyes full of reluctance.
From the moment Coach Anzai heard Jinguji Takeshi's plan, he knew that he could not stop Jinguji Takeshi. In Jinguji Takeshi, Coach Anzai saw the figure of Tanizawa, the proud disciple who suffered setbacks in the United States and finally committed suicide by jumping into the sea.
"Um!"
"I plan to go there this year to get a feel for the level of basketball over there."
"Officially signed in, I plan to go to senior year."
"Then I'll play as a senior in high school there. I think that one year is enough for me to show my talent."
When Coach Anxi heard this, he looked away and stared at the players training in the field. He wanted Jinguji Budou to stop going, as he was afraid that he would make the same mistake as Tanizawa. But for a moment, he couldn't think of anything to say to Jinguji Budou.
Jinguji Budou and Tanizawa are different from the future Rukawa. When facing Rukawa, Coach Anzai can still use words like "You are not the strongest player in the country yet" and "Sendoh is better than you" to fool the other party.
Coach Anzai knew clearly that Takeshi Jinguji was already the best player in the country. If he wanted to grow further, he really needed to go to a higher-level basketball league. The United States was the only choice for all basketball players.
"Budo, just yesterday, Coach Koda of the National Youth Team found me and hoped to allow you to participate in the training camp of the National Youth Team."
"I wonder if you would like to join the national youth team first, and then plan to travel to the United States?"
Coach Anxi picked up the teacup and took a sip of tea, then asked softly.
"The National Youth Team... ..are there any players stronger than Shinomiya Tano or Zebei Rongji?"
Wu Dao asked softly. He didn't know much about the national youth team of this country, and didn't know what level it was at. But he had an expectation in his mind. In the national youth team of this country, U15-U17, there was probably not a single player who was stronger than Shigong Tianye, and there might be one or two players who were stronger than Zebei.
And his strength in Jinguji martial arts definitely crushed all his peers except Shinomiya Tano.
"..." As expected, after hearing Wu Dao's question, Coach Anxi did not answer, but fell into silence again.
After a long time, Coach Anxi sighed heavily, put the teacup in his hand on the table in front of him, and said to Wu Dao:
"I have a friend in Australia who coaches high school. Why don't you visit Australia first before going to the United States?"
"I will support you with the expenses."
"If you are still the best among your peers in Australia, it is not too late to go to the United States."
"When do you plan to go abroad?"
Seeing that he couldn't persuade Jinguji Budo, Coach Anxi had to take a roundabout way to save the situation.
"At the end of this semester, I plan to take a long vacation and go take a look first."
"Half a year, half a year is enough time to test my ability!"
Upon hearing this, Coach Anxi was silent for a long time. Then he took out a business card holder from the briefcase beside him, rummaged through it for a long time, and then handed Wudao a yellowed business card.
After doing all this, Coach Anxi felt very tired. He stood up slowly and staggered out of the gym, leaving behind a lonely and dejected back.
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