The day after the game against Syracuse University, Zhou Si came to the basketball gym early.

Before opening the door, Zhou Si had already heard the sounds of "dong", "dong" and "dong" coming from the arena.

When he opened the door, Zhou Si found that Xiao Pan was practicing shooting alone.

"Good morning, Brother Xiao."

As if he heard Zhou Si opening the door, Xiao Pan took the initiative to greet Zhou Si.

"Morning, didn't the coach ask us to come at eight o'clock? It's only seven o'clock now, right?"

Xiao Pan glanced at Zhou Si, and then explained casually, "I usually get up at six o'clock to train, but at home."

Zhou Si showed an expression of sudden realization, it turned out to be like this.

Xiao Pan was very indifferent to Zhou Si's appearance. He had already heard of Zhou Si's title of "training maniac".

If I hadn’t been so crazy in training, I wouldn’t have been so strong during the competition!

The corners of Xiao Pan's mouth twitched when he thought of the bewildered looks in the eyes of the Syracuse University players, cheerleaders and fans who he thought could make a comeback yesterday.

I really don’t understand why Zhou Si has to wait for the critical moment before exerting his strength even though he has the ability to end the game in an instant.

Is it really a physical restriction as mentioned by the media after the game, or is it just to follow the coach's instructions?

For this teammate who was always smiling, Xiao Pan found that he really couldn't figure out his depth.

"Xiao Si, do you know what the coach asked us to do this morning?"

Faced with Xiao Pan's question, Zhou Si was stunned for a moment, then touched his head and smiled.

"I don't know this either."

There was a trace of helplessness on Xiao Pan's face. The coach still likes to play mysteries so much!

At eight o'clock sharp, Coach Nelson opened the door to the basketball gym on time.

"Hoho, you're all here, let's get started."

…

After eliminating Syracuse University, the Skywalkers entered the Elite Eight and met their old friend Indiana University again. They will compete for the Eastern Conference championship.

Before the game, the media and fans naturally had another scolding war on the Internet. Because of Zhou Si's presence, the NCAA, which Chinese fans originally paid little attention to, is now paying close attention to it.

"Ao Zuo, Ao Zuo, do you think the Gunslinger will win today?"

Looking at the expectant eyes of his friends, Ao Zuo, a die-hard fan of Zhou Si, had eyes full of confidence and said:

"I will definitely win!"

"But just now the CCTV host said that tonight's opponent, Indiana University, is also very strong!"

Ao Zuo thought about what the CCTV host said just now:

"With the nation's No. 1 point guard and the top two power forward, Indiana University is the strongest opponent the Skywalkers have faced so far!"

"It's okay, Zhou Si has already defeated them in the opening match."

Ao Zuoyun said calmly.

"But, Indiana University's first point guard didn't play in that game~ and the Skywalkers didn't seem to win by a few points. Once he came on the field, then..."

Ao Zuo was a little crazy and couldn't help shouting loudly:

"Nayou, are you done yet! Where are you from?!"

Under the gaze of everyone, the little fat boy Nayou muttered in a low voice with an aggrieved look on his face:

"Of course I hope Zhou Shen wins, but..."

"Shut up!!!"

…

In the stands, Lin Zhengwen, who was looking through domestic news reports and frowning, looked out of place among the enthusiastic fans.

"This is the hope of treating Zhou Si as a Chinese basketball player..."

"Isn't that bad?"

Wang Youqing asked a little strangely.

"That's good, but have they thought about the pressure this will put on Zhou Si?

So much exposure, unprecedented broadcast of the NCAA, and massive coverage.

I'm afraid it will affect Zhou Si's condition!"

Wang Youqing nodded, was she afraid that her stinky brother would be frightened?

Thinking of the red university arena where the smile had almost completely disappeared in the past two days, Wang Youqing also frowned.

It seems that those young people are really under a lot of pressure!

The Skywalkers' 36-game winning streak so far this season has attracted the attention of the American media. They are famous throughout the United States and their players have received unlimited praise.

Even Hall, the first-year substitute, received praise from the media and accepted various interviews.

But do they have the strength to match it?

Wang Youqing knows very well that they don't have it. If they lose today, not only Zhou Si and Ye Ze's draft picks may drop, but others will almost certainly be ignored in the future.

I really think about heaven and hell!

This is probably why their recent stress has been written on their faces.

As for Zhou Si?

Wang Youqing couldn't help but think of a conversation between Uncle Zhou and Zhou Si last night.

…

"Pressure? What pressure?"

Zhou Yi looked at Zhou Si's confused look and explained:

"In the past few days, almost all media in the United States have been discussing you, saying that you defeated Indiana University last time just because Oladipo was not there.

Now that Oladipo is back, it will be difficult for you to win this game again!"

"Hey, no one mentioned that I beat him in the street ball game?"

Zhou Yi exhaled helplessly: "Yes, but the media took it away lightly, saying that NCAA games are different from street ball, and Oladipo's offense has also improved."

"Is that so?"

Looking at Zhou Si's indifferent expression, Zhou Yi continued:

"The media also analyzed that the team that advances among you will face the University of Kansas, the Western Conference champion. It is almost guaranteed to win the semi-finals and can directly advance to the finals.

That's why I called you over to see if you were stressed."

"The next opponent is Kansas?

It doesn’t matter, my goal is to win the championship anyway!

Also, don’t worry, dad, I’m not stressed.”

Looking at Zhou Si, who was still smiling as usual, Zhou Yi also breathed a sigh of relief.

“It’s fine if you don’t.

By the way, brat, your mother said that relatives will go to the house tomorrow to watch the live broadcast of your game."

"OK, Got it……

What? Dad, is it true? Mom wants to watch my game live?"

Looking at his startled son Zhou Yi, his face turned serious again.

"What's all the fuss about?"

"Dad, I'm stressed now..."

"Get out of here, you brat!"

…

"Don't worry, Uncle Lin, Zhou Si will be fine."

"how do you know?"

"Hehe, I just know."

…

"Sister, stop being busy and go sit and watch TV. I'll bring you the tea."

Looking at her sister who took the water bottle from her hand, Zhou Si's mother smiled.

"Well, I'm going to sit down first."

"Come on, come on, sister Jing, please sit down quickly. We are all big star mothers. Just leave these things to us!"

"Yes, we are here to cheer for Xiao Si, not to burden you."

Looking at the chattering relatives, Zhou Si’s mother said with a smile:

"That kid is not a big star, he just happens to know how to play ball."

At this moment, Zhou Si’s mother’s WeChat “video call” rang.

After Zhou Si's mother clicked to accept, she saw Zhou Si appearing on the screen of her mobile phone, with the locker in the dressing room behind her.

"Hey, Mom, is the TV on?"
Chapter completed!