Sui Feifei had also been rumored to be dating Yao Ming, but it eventually fizzled out, and Yao Ming also found a girlfriend.
Therefore, seeing Li Feng show such respect to Yao Ming touched Sui Feifei.
"Li Feng, I have one last question. For this Olympics, what goals have you set for yourself and the team?"
Sui Feifei asked this question because she noticed that with Li Feng on the team, China's ability to perform in tough matches had become stronger.
Before the Olympics, the established goal for the Chinese men's basketball team was merely to reach the quarterfinals.
The quarterfinals were fitting for the team's current standing; many people felt this way.
But now, everything had changed. The Chinese men's basketball team had consecutively defeated strong opponents, beating Spain and Lithuania, becoming the biggest dark horse of the Olympics.
Coupled with the advantage of being the home crowd, Sui Feifei naturally thought of new objectives.
Although Li Feng was very composed, he knew that goals needed to be ambitious to inspire the entire team's fighting spirit.
So, he paused and stated firmly, "I believe the Chinese men's basketball team can reach the finals!"
Upon hearing this, not only was Sui Feifei stunned, but the fans present were also shocked!
"Li Feng has performed well, but his ambition is a bit too grand!"
"What's there to say? Before a match, you have to boast. With Da Yao and Li Feng, we're not afraid of anyone!"
"I think we should still be a bit low-key. Otherwise, losing the next game would be embarrassing."
"Why be low-key? In competitive sports, the winner is king. We won today, so we are kings!"
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The fans were discussing animatedly. Sui Feifei, however, repeatedly nodded and gave Li Feng a thumbs-up. She admired such a young man; he had so much courage.
"Great, then I won't bother you any longer. I wish the Chinese team even greater success!"
"Thank you, Sister Feifei, you're looking more beautiful too!"
Li Feng suddenly said this, causing Sui Feifei's cheeks to blush. But she very professionally smiled at Li Feng and thanked him softly.
After accepting the reporter's interview, Li Feng and Yao Ming also attended the post-game press conference.
The press conference today was very lively, with a large number of reporters crowding the venue.
The number of media reporters doubled compared to usual, showing the immense shock this game had brought to fans and all parties involved.
It could be said that every word Li Feng uttered today would become a headline for the major news outlets!
Yao Ming and Li Feng sat at the front, flanking each other, facing the barrage of cameras and the constant flashing of the lights.
Li Feng felt a bit nervous facing Sui Feifei, but he was exceptionally calm when facing reporters from various countries.
Da Yao had been worried that Li Feng would be lost when facing the media. Seeing Li Feng's demeanor now, he was relieved and felt admiration.
He probably recalled his own early days, when he was a bit unaccustomed to dealing with the media.
Perhaps because Li Feng played basketball in the NCAA and had many opportunities to interact with the media, he naturally felt less constrained.
An American reporter was the first to raise his hand and asked, "Li Feng, you were a bench player in the NCAA, and you're also a bench player for the national team. Why have you been performing so outstandingly?"
This reporter was very familiar with Li Feng, so his question was a bit awkward.
If it were another player, they might have been at a loss for words.
But Li Feng, with a slight smile, calmly replied, "A player's ability is not determined by whether they are a starter or a reserve. For example, Manu Ginobili of the Spurs is a reserve for the Spurs, but he was able to lead the national team to defeat the US Dream Team in the last Olympics! Do you think he isn't strong?"
Li Feng's answer was so sharp that it immediately made the American reporter blush. The other reporters also burst into laughter.
The 2004 Olympics were a perpetual pain for the US men's basketball Dream Team; they only won the Olympic bronze medal, a major embarrassment!
Another European reporter asked, "Mr. Li Feng, two Lithuanian players were injured today. Do you think it has anything to do with you?"
Li Feng let out a cold laugh, spread his hands, and put on an innocent expression.
Of course, he wouldn't admit it was intentional, especially since the opponent had initiated the aggression. Moreover, the referee had even reviewed the replay, leaving no room for doubt!
"Firstly, I don't wish for any athlete to get injured, as they all strive for victory and fight hard on the court. Therefore, I am very regretful for their injuries and hope they can recover and return to the game as soon as possible!"
Li Feng's answer was flawless. He neither admitted to doing it intentionally nor failed to express his concern!
The reporters applauded, cheering for Li Feng's response.
Da Yao turned to look at Li Feng, nodded again, and a smile of approval appeared on his face.
He really liked his young teammate, Li Feng, and now Da Yao was very optimistic about China's prospects.
A South Korean reporter raised his hand and asked, "Mr. Yao Ming, in the first half of today's game, China was trailing by 20 points. Can you explain the reason?"
Da Yao felt a bit embarrassed, but that was the reality.
In fact, without Da Yao, China would have lost even more miserably, but that's how competitive sports are, so Da Yao didn't try to defend himself.
Yao Ming smiled calmly and replied, "I take responsibility for trailing by so much in the first half, but we wouldn't give up! Because I still have teammates, like Li Feng, who contributed the most, Yi Jianlian, and others, which is why we made the comeback!"
Da Yao was neither humble nor arrogant, and he didn't feel embarrassed by the first-half deficit, handling the situation with composure!
The reporters highly praised Da Yao's emotional intelligence and also applauded.
The South Korean reporter grudgingly applauded as well, then asked again, "Mr. Li Feng, your performance in the NCAA was not outstanding. Do you have hopes of entering the NBA?"
It was clear that he hadn't managed to undermine Yao Ming, so he started sarcastically targeting Li Feng.
Li Feng was not someone to be trifled with.
Li Feng had already felt indignant when the South Korean reporter spoke sarcastically about Yao Ming earlier, but he showed no outward change.
Li Feng coughed and slowly replied, "If I told you that at least three NBA teams' scouts are in contact with me, would you be very disappointed?"
The other reporters couldn't help but laugh, looking at the South Korean reporter with disdain.
The South Korean reporter was once again put in an awkward position and retreated to the back with his head down.
A Chinese reporter raised his hand and asked, "Yao Ming, if Li Feng can also play in the NBA, what are your thoughts?"
Da Yao looked delighted and said with a smile, "Of course, I'll be happy. I hope more and more Chinese players can play in the NBA. If we can compete against my countrymen on the court, that would be something Chinese fans would talk about with great pleasure!"
The reporters all knew that Da Yao was not only the pillar of the Rockets in the NBA but also the pillar of the national team. He sincerely hoped for teammates to step up and share his burden.
Afterward, Li Feng went to rest, while Jonas and Yao Ming continued to accept interviews.
Jonas faced the reporters with much more confidence. He himself hadn't expected to defeat Lithuania, so he spoke eloquently to the reporters.