Chapter 11 Kobe's Question

Watching Su Feng, who was stumped by his question, Kobe decided not to bother him for now.

After all, in Kobe's view, this question really did require some thinking...

Unfortunately, Su Feng's brain wasn't working at the moment.

Otherwise, if Su Feng knew what Kobe was thinking, he would definitely say to him: What do you mean, "some thinking"?

Heavens!

Calm down!

Be rational!

Don't be impulsive!

As a little blacksmith equipped with "Hearts of Iron" and with increasingly mature iron-smelting skills, Su Feng, who had always been "steady," decided to analyze the situation rationally.

First of all, looking at the two tasks issued by the system, the only difference was whether or not to skip college.

Then, one difficulty level was Normal, and the other was Nightmare.

"Task 1 is [Steadiness is a Wise Choice].

Indeed, from all aspects, and from my previous plans...

Going to college to further enhance my reputation and hone my skills is the safest way to enter the NBA."

After checking the gift pack rewards for [Steadiness is a Wise Choice] and the other 58 systems included after completing this task, Su Feng quickly calculated in his mind.

From the literal meaning of the system, it meant that Su Feng's current system would be the final version after upgrading to version 7.0.

So, Su Feng's current system version was 6.0, which was equivalent to a NBA second-round pick.

And the next version, 7.0, if there were no surprises, according to the system's previous upgrade rules, should be an NBA first-round pick.

Therefore, that is to say, no matter which task was chosen, after entering the NBA, this system would usher in a "brand new" upgrade.

And among all 58 system versions in [Steadiness is a Wise Choice], the best was [Peak Upon Debut].

"Assuming I get this system, then my ability value in the NBA will start at superstar level...

In 2K terms, it means starting at 90+..."

"But if I'm unlucky and get [Mediocre], then it's equivalent to my potential being locked.

Moreover, from the system's stated precautions, these 58 systems all have fixed potential and cannot be further enhanced through some 'opportunities'."

It should be known that the reason why Su Feng's current strength had improved so quickly was inseparable from the "opportunities" that Kobe had given him.

"But apart from [Mediocre], to be honest, these templates are all amazing."

Honestly speaking, if Su Feng was a weakling before, then these 58 systems, in his opinion, except for [Mediocre] being slightly坑 (pit), the others could basically guarantee that he would become a basketball star.

"And speaking of which, even if I get [Mediocre], there's no need to despair, because additions like shooting form, special skills, and badges can completely make up for my lack of potential value."

Thinking of this, Su Feng inexplicably wanted to find a mirror to look at himself.

Seriously, such a handsome guy, with 58 systems, that's only a 58th chance, Su Feng felt that he shouldn't be so unlucky... right?

"The rewards from this golden epic gift pack are also very good..."

Tsk!

Su Feng felt that his saliva might drip out at any moment.

Keep a low profile.

Stay calm.

I am a basketball player without emotions!

"Task 2: [Path of a Genius]...

After graduating from high school, there's no requirement to be a first-round pick.

That is to say, as long as you are selected, even if you are the last one, it counts as completing the task."

And unlike [Steadiness is a Wise Choice], after completing the [Path of a Genius] task, there weren't so many fancy things in terms of system upgrades.

Directly locked in with a [Heavenly Genius].

And most importantly...

The system didn't have even a single explanation about the [Heavenly Genius] system.

"However, although I don't know if this [Heavenly Genius] is a pit or a win, at least, this golden legend gift pack is really tempting..."

"And this 'Lifetime Injury Waiver'."

As the name suggests, the meaning of the Lifetime Injury Waiver is that as long as Su Feng can complete the task of [Path of a Genius], then he will be a true-Iron Man in the future.

Even this waiver can allow Su Feng to shout to Stern: Boss, let's not change the hC rule, let's keep it!

What are you talking about? With this waiver, would Su Feng still be afraid of the mere hC rule?

Wouldn't it just be a slightly lower shooting percentage?

Which great scorer didn't come up from hitting iron?

Besides, can a scorer's actions be called hitting iron?

"Wait a minute, according to the previous rationality of this system, why are the rewards for Task 1 and Task 2 so unequal this time?"

"Oh, I understand!"

"It's because of Kobe!"

That's right, from a visual estimation, although the [Heavenly Genius] system that is upgraded in Task 2 [Path of a Genius] is full of unpredictability, just for this Lifetime Injury Waiver, Su Feng felt that he couldn't refuse.

Because this is the ultimate dream of all athletes.

Try to imagine, if Da Luo wasn't injured, how exaggerated would his future be?

Try to think in your mind, assuming that Rose, Roy, and others could be healthy, what would their future be like?

Hey, wait, why are they all from the "Lao Luo Family"...

Well, Su Feng of course knew that English names aren't looked at this way, but seriously, this injury waiver is really irresistible.

Because Su Feng's biggest concern before was that if he entered the NBA in this era, even with the system, what if he got injured, would his career be affected?

It should be known that even if Su Feng had the system and knew the laws of basketball development in this period, who could guarantee 100% avoidance of injuries?

So before, Su Feng felt that because of this waiver, the task rewards for Task 1 and Task 2 were too unequal.

But soon, Su Feng reacted.

Because don't forget, why was the difficulty given for Task 1 Normal, and the difficulty given for Task 2 Nightmare?

The reason is very simple. If Su Feng hadn't met Kobe, what would he be doing now?

He should... still be in the Nefaria reserve team, accumulating iron-smelting value bit by bit... right?

So, in fact, the system didn't want Su Feng to choose Task 2.

Because even the system thought that the previous Su Feng could not complete this task.

But...

The system planned everything, but could it have predicted that Su Feng would meet Kobe?

To put it bluntly, Kobe... is Su Feng's true human-shaped invincible external cheat!

Because of Kobe, Task 2 [Path of a Genius] immediately dropped from Nightmare difficulty to Hard difficulty.

So, this is also why the reward for Task 2 is so generous.

Because if Su Feng decides to choose this task, then the one he will participate in...

But the 1996 NBA Draft...

The golden generation of '96 with so many geniuses!

How terrifying!

"If I choose this task, then I really have to convince Kobe to enter the sewers.

Fortunately, I'm in my senior year now, and I still have the chance to刷 (shua - pad) stats in my senior year.

But even so, if I participate in the draft, I must set my goal on the second round.

Because choosing high school students is originally a gamble, and being a yellow-skinned player is my advantage, but it is also my disadvantage.

But as long as I can show some talent,刷 (shua - pad) a beautiful stat line, plus Stern's desire for the Chinese market at this time...

Then I still have a great chance of being selected in the second round, this is what is called seeking stability in the midst of waves!"

Perfect!

Su Feng felt that his thinking was simply impeccable.

"So, now I also understand why the task reward for [Task] 1 [Steadiness is a Wise Choice] is set up this way."

Originally, when Su Feng saw the number 58 at the beginning, he thought that this system was a炮黑 (pao hei - a derogatory term).

But soon Su Feng's brain turned around.

Because when Su Feng participates in the draft in the future, doesn't the NBA only have 29 teams at this time?

So, the first round and the second round, added together, have a total of 58 draft picks!

58 systems, corresponding to...

Exactly 58 draft picks!

"If I play in college for one year..."

"Then the one I will participate in is..."

"The 1997 NBA Draft!"

"And that year's top pick is—

Tim Duncan!"

"I understand, so that's what it means, [Peak Upon Debut] corresponds to Duncan!"

So that's why it's random?

Because just like the draft, even the top pick will have a bust, and even the second-round pick will produce a genius, so the random selection that the system performs when upgrading after completing the [Steadiness is a Wise Choice] task is more like a system draft.

So, is there a way to increase the probability of drawing certain systems in this so-called random draw?

After all, since it's the system's draft, then it should also have a way to improve the "draft order", right?

The answer is: yes!

Because in the [Mediocre] system, there is such an explanation: The probability of the host drawing [Mediocre] will increase with the number of years spent in college.

And in [Peak Upon Debut], there is also an explanation that if Su Feng can win the NCAA championship in his freshman year and win the Final Four MOP, then the probability of him drawing [Peak Upon Debut] will increase by 30%.

In addition, in the [Sleeping Magician] system, there is such an explanation...

In the [Big Heart Leader] system...

In the [Basketball Flyer]...

As we all know, the reason why many freshmen in the future don't continue to study further is because if you study for too long, the NBA teams will think you have no potential.

Because the future is different from the present, and the NBA teams now prefer immediate combat power.

After all, before 1995, the first-round picks could directly sign big contracts.

So, many players at this time are also willing to finish college and hone their skills before joining the NBA, because this way they can sign a reliable contract from the beginning of their careers.

And in the future, the NBA teams will prefer to cultivate new talents themselves, so this is also why many junior and senior players are not considered to have much potential when participating in the draft.

To put it bluntly, the rules will slowly change people's concepts, thereby forming new concepts.

And drawing systems from 58 systems is more like a test for Su Feng.

Because if Su Feng can successfully complete the system tasks he likes in college, then the probability of him drawing that system after joining the NBA will also be greatly increased.

However, this is not absolute.

Because just like the NBA, there will also be geniuses who fall, and before everything is finalized, no one can guarantee that their NBA career will go smoothly.

Even someone as strong as LeBron James, he definitely didn't expect that he would get not one, two, or even three or four...

But six NBA Finals losses.

So, this task, in Su Feng's view, is telling himself the principles of life, that is, nothing is 100%.

Of course, Task 2 [Path of a Genius] is also a test.

Because participating in the draft after graduating from high school, and participating in the 1996 NBA Draft, this nightmare difficulty, would Su Feng dare to think about it if he hadn't met Kobe?

The [Heavenly Genius] system without any explanation, the name sounds nice, but can Su Feng be sure that this system won't be a坑 (keng - pit)?

To put it bluntly, which of these geniuses who can play in the NBA is not favored by God?

Su Feng is different from Duncan, Kobe, McGrady, Carter, and Iverson.

Because those people have had far more talent than ordinary people from the beginning.

They are all the pride of heaven.

Of course, their success is inseparable from their efforts after birth.

However, don't forget, Su Feng's starting point was a weakling.

Even the most坑 (keng - pit) system in the 58 systems, [Mediocre], isn't it stronger than Su Feng's current 6.0 version system?

Moreover, shooting actions, stunts, and badges can still be obtained through lottery and 'opportunities'.

"I don't know who designed this system, he's really a鬼才 (gui cai - genius)!

I actually feel like I've instantly understood life," Su Feng thought with emotion.

Su Feng had read many novels in his previous life, and in many of these cultivation novels, some protagonists are very stable and also very苟 (gou - cautious), but the problem is, in reality, especially in basketball, if you are too求稳 (qiu wen - seek stability) and too苟 (gou - cautious), can you become a player like Michael Jordan?

Jordan is inherently fond of gambling, but if you divide everything into two sides, then can't you say that it is precisely because Jordan's "winning by daring to fight" personality that he became the "God of Basketball".

Kobe is inherently paranoid, but if Kobe isn't paranoid enough, and he loses that fierce determination towards himself, then is he still Kobe?

JR Smith is inherently mentally retarded, but if JR isn't mentally retarded, then he...

Okay, it seems like a strange thing has been mixed in.

"I see! However, I still prefer to have my destiny in my own hands."

Task 1: Seeking waves in stability.

Task 2: Seeking stability in the midst of waves.

After taking a deep breath, Su Feng temporarily closed the system interface.

At this time, Su Feng found that Kobe's eyes were also watching him.

After sorting out his emotions, Su Feng slowly opened his mouth and said, "Kobe, I've decided..."

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ps: Note 1: "一哈子 (yi ha zi)" means: a short while.