NBA: Warrior godfather.

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The wind and sun in Oakland in September are beautiful. The morning fog slowly dissipates, and the warm sun shines as the Bay Bridge is filled with traffic. This bridge is much less famous in the world than the Golden Gate Bridge, but it opened to traffic six months before the Golden Gate Bridge and is an important transport artery in the Bay Area. The Warriors' logo features the silhouette of the Bay Bridge.

Tony Allen sped across the Bay Bridge in his sports car, and now, past the morning rush hour, traffic on the Bay Bridge was less daunting than it had been earlier.

He raced all the way to the Oracle Center parking lot and parked his car in his exclusive parking space.

NBA teams give each player an exclusive parking space, and Tony Allen's last season with the Celtics belonged to Lowry but was now in his hands. At least, he would be using this space for the next three years.

This summer, his contract with the Celtics expired, and the Celtics' salary cap was almost locked up by the Big Three, so they couldn't afford to give him a large contract extension, and Tony Allen had to change teams.

Fortunately, his performance in the playoffs had been impressive, and several teams were interested in him, though the contract amounts varied.

Tony Allen and his agent discussed options. Initially, they intended to sign with the Grizzlies. The Grizzlies offered the highest contract, although Memphis was a small market, and the Grizzlies couldn't promise him a starting position. But the 3-year, $9.45 million offer was very tempting.

Tony Allen knew his worth and never expected to become a star. He now had a championship ring in hand, and money was the most important factor for him.

But just as he was about to sign with the Grizzlies, the Warriors suddenly offered him a three-year, $12 million deal. Even considering California's high personal income tax rate, this contract was much more generous than the Grizzlies'. And Oakland's proximity to San Francisco was definitely more livable than Memphis, so Tony Allen didn't hesitate to sign the contract and became a member of the Warriors.

Today was the day of the Warriors' training camp, and Tony Allen rushed from his rented mansion to report and meet his new teammates.

Although he had a rough face and a tough demeanor, he was very astute. When uncertain about the future direction of his career, Tony Allen wouldn't spend money lavishly. As a child from the underprivileged neighborhoods, he knew every dollar he had was earned through hard work and would never be wasted.

After parking his car, Tony Allen greeted the security guard and entered the Oracle Arena with a sense of anticipation and nostalgia. He had been in the NBA for six years, and this was the first time he was changing teams. Looking at the picturesque and solemn style of the North Shore Garden Arena, which was completely different from the Oracle Center's tech-forward and vibrant style, his mood was a bit mixed for a moment.

By the time he walked into the locker room, Tony Allen had regained his composure. He took a deep breath, opened the half-covered door of the locker room, and entered, where there was a faint sound of laughter.

This would be the battlefield for the next three years, and as a Warrior, he was ready for the fight.

Creak—

"Boss, it's 8:45, it's almost nine," Jonathan softly reminded Liam as he pushed open the old wooden door that existed before Chris Cohan took over the Warriors.

Liam lifted his head from the computer screen, glanced at the clock on the wall, and nodded.

"Alright, I'll head down now... By the way, replace this, it's too old. Put in something with good soundproofing, we'll need it for the away games."

"Understood, I'll take care of it immediately," Jonathan said, heading downstairs.

Liam stood up, carefully took the jacket from the door hook, put it on, and left the office with Jonathan.

Liam's neat, dark gray Zegna suit was the one he wore after crossing over. A bit old, but very tidy. The suit had accompanied him through his first NCAA season as head coach, and he had kept it in his closet, wearing it only on the first day of each season to mark the beginning of a new chapter.

When Liam and Jonathan arrived in the locker room, the entire Warriors team had already gathered. Silas and Ron Adams were there, and a middle-aged white man with a beard stood next to them. His name was Bruce Fraser, and he was invited by the Warriors to serve as an assistant coach this summer, specializing in player development.

In Liam's previous life, Bruce Fraser had been an assistant coach for the Warriors. Liam was very impressed by his beard, and every time Curry warmed up before a game, Bruce Fraser was right beside him.

When Silas suggested that the coaching staff was too small and needed additional assistants, Liam immediately thought of Bruce and asked Jonathan to send him an invitation.

At the time, Bruce was only a personal trainer, and his clients included many well-known stars in the league. Nash had been trained by him, and Bruce had helped Nash a lot during his MVP season.

After learning about the opportunity to become an assistant coach with the Warriors, Bruce thought about it for only two days before accepting, signing a three-year coaching contract with the Warriors.

In his new role, he would be responsible for training the Warriors, creating individualized training plans for each player, and providing professional guidance, allowing Silas and Ron Adams to focus more on building the team's tactical system.

Liam had already gone through this. The style of play for the Warriors in the new season would mark the beginning of major changes compared to the previous season. The two had brainstormed many new tactics. Fortunately, with more detailed instructions from Liam, they didn't need to watch all the extensive game footage; they could get straight to the point, saving a lot of time.

After Liam entered the room, everyone's eyes turned to him, and the room fell silent.

Liam's gaze swept over everyone in front of him. Curry and Butler greeted him, with Curry also giving him a shoulder shake and smiling, showing the noticeable gap between his teeth. Big Z nodded with a smile, Chandler shouted "Coach!" with his rough temperament, Klay wore a calm expression and smiled slightly, and Green nodded at Liam with some surprise.

Others had different reactions, but overall, they all showed positive emotions.

Liam walked slowly in front of them, smiling.

"It's been a long time. I see everyone seems to be in good shape. You must have had a tough time this summer, huh?"

"Boss, look at my muscles!" Curry rolled up the sleeves of his training suit to his shoulders, flexing his arms. His biceps, now visibly thicker than last season, bulged.

Liam gave Curry a thumbs-up, and Curry lowered his sleeves proudly. But when he turned to look at Butler, who was wearing a vest and looking muscular, he deflated again.

"Pervert..." Curry murmured softly.

"Huh? Stephen, are you calling me?" Butler, clearly not hearing Curry, looked at him confused.

"No, I'm congratulating you on how handsome you are."

"...Thanks." Butler touched his face.

Am I handsome? Why has no one said that...

Tony Allen sat next to Curry and Butler, overhearing their conversation, including Curry's teasing, and looked at them in surprise.

Is this the Warriors' starting point guard, the All-Star starter from last season? How does he look like a high schooler... Well, look at that baby face again, I believe it when they said he just started high school...

Tony Allen found it very novel. The atmosphere in the Celtics' locker room was relatively dull. The Big Three were all in their thirties, and the rest of the players were also older. Tony Allen was one of the younger players on the team. But with the Warriors, there were only two or three players older than him, like Chandler and Big Z, and suddenly, he became one of the more experienced veterans during the playoffs.

Curry's interruption lightened the mood in the locker room, and others started talking about their summer experiences.

Chandler:

"I feel better than ever!"

Azubuike:

"I only went to Europe for seven days this summer and came back..."

Green:

"Coach, I managed to lose weight, I can do anything you ask me to do!"

Liam smiled.

"Very good. Let me say a few words. After all, there are many new members on the team. We made the playoffs last season and achieved our goal. It was a perfect season for us, with Stephen being named All-Star starter and All-Second Team, Tyson being named All-Defensive, and Jimmy being named All-Rookie Team alongside Stephen... But that's all in the past!"

Liam looked to the right:

"Every season is a new beginning. No team can rest on last season's results to sleep, especially considering that our lineup has undergone many changes. Some people left, some people joined. The Warriors are a young team, and I believe each of you has your own pursuits and goals. For the new season, our goal isn't just the playoffs. I hope you all give your best, not just for the team, but also for your future. Show the world our talent!"

Almost all the young players in the room were eager for honors and big contracts. Liam's words resonated with them, and they all nodded, deciding to play their best this season.

Later, Tony Allen, Klay, Jeremy Lin, Green, and Whiteside introduced themselves to their teammates, and Curry took the initiative to welcome them.

First, of course, came a traditional physical test. Even if Curry was at a basketball speed camp, he still had to undergo the test weekly, and Brand Payne would pass him to the Warriors' coaching staff.

Liam stood by, watching everyone complete various tasks orderly with the help of trainers, and the reports of all the players came to him in a steady stream.

The basic physical tests were completed quickly. Liam nodded in satisfaction. Except for some veterans like Big Z and Chandler, whose body fat percentages were slightly higher, the other players were in perfect physical condition. These young players had not wasted their summer and had continued to improve on the foundation they had last season.

Curry, in particular, had the weakest physical base but made the most impressive progress. Now, Curry's height was also average for point guards. Though not as strong as he would become later, it was a world of difference compared to the thinness of last season.

In Liam's previous life, Curry's agile figure remained until after 2016. He gained weight year by year and eventually became a heavier point guard. Now, Liam intentionally sped up this process. Since college, Curry had been much stronger at the same age, sacrificing some agility to strengthen his confrontation skills, which did more good than harm and could help him reach his peak earlier.

Of course, this process was strictly controlled. Blind weight gain not only wouldn't strengthen Curry, but it would also increase his injury risk. The goals for Curry's weight gain each summer were set after rigorous analysis, so it wouldn't affect his game feel, but it would gradually strengthen his ability to confront.

Butler's condition also improved comprehensively. He was the most reassuring player for Liam. Even without being asked, Butler wouldn't waste his vacation. Furthermore, Liam had planned the most suitable developmental path for him according to his technical features. Liam believed that Butler and the others would definitely surprise him.

Green and Klay also showed improvement compared to the test, especially Green. As he said, he had lost weight, his lateral movement speed had greatly increased, and he could do more on the defensive side. However, since he hadn't yet experienced NBA-level confrontation, he was still immature and needed to be sharpened through gameplay.

After the physical test, it was already 10 a.m. The coaching staff didn't arrange any high-intensity training, and the players dispersed in pairs and threes for some low-intensity shooting drills.

In the afternoon, the Warriors split into two groups and completed an exhibition-style practice in front of the media. There were no tactics to discuss. Every player made some shots, and it was all very even, which gave them a sense of the game. Only some of the players who signed temporary contracts during training camp were more active.

These players were all unknowns. Liam wasn't planning to give them a training camp contract and didn't need to discover talent this way. Ron Adams suggested hiring some temporary workers as training partners, which might have a trickle-down effect. Liam agreed.

But these temporary workers didn't have the strength to play in the NBA and were destined to not stay. Liam pointed them in a clear direction: playing in the CBA in China or europe. These players could never even see the water cooler in the NBA, but in Liam's opinion, it would be very easy for them to average over 20 points per game in the CBA.

After the training scrimmage, a reporter interviewed Liam and asked about his goals for the Warriors this season. Liam replied:

"We made the playoffs last season, so of course, we need to take another step this season, and this year we will have the advantage of playing at home in the playoffs."

Attached is the Warriors 2010-2011 roster:

Point Guards (PG): Stephen Curry, Jeremy Lin

Shooting Guards (SG): Klay Thompson, Tony Allen, Azubuike

Small Forwards (SF): Jimmy Butler, Wesley Matthews, Danny Green, Reggie Williams

Power Forwards (PF): Draymond Green, Anthony Tolliver

Centers (C): Tyson Chandler, Ilgoskas, Hassan Whiteside

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