I Came, I Saw, I Conquered!

Volume 1: I Came, I Saw, I Conquered! Chapter 28: You Are the Core of the Bulldogs

Coach Stevens continued, "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!" Of course, if they played according to his tactics and they didn't work, he would never blame the players. "Ronan, I know you've been working hard to coach an NBA team and have prepared a lot for it. We all know that in the NBA, superstars are everything. Because the NBA's system dictates that superstars always have time to adjust their form, and the best-of-seven series in the playoffs is destined to let the stronger side advance to the next round. Almost no team can win by luck." Curry was silently shooting three-pointers. Unlike yesterday when he couldn't make any shots, Curry's three-pointers today were all accurate. Moreover, he was shooting from further and further away, from right next to the three-point line to two steps beyond it, with extremely high accuracy. Of course, if they played according to his tactics and they didn't work, he would never blame the players. "Ronan, I know you've been working hard to coach an NBA team and have prepared a lot for it. We all know that in the NBA, superstars are everything. Because the NBA's system dictates that superstars always have time to adjust their form, and the best-of-seven series in the playoffs is destined to let the stronger side advance to the next round. Almost no team can win by luck." The two of them were pulling and dragging each other, gradually moving further away, their voices disappearing into the night wind. Of course, if they played according to his tactics and they didn't work, he would never blame the players. "But the NCAA is different! You haven't experienced March Madness, but I have. There, one game decides life and death, and anything is possible. There are too many weaker teams that defeat established powerhouse schools with surprising tactics or explosive form. So in the NCAA, it's always the coach who is the center, and tactics are everything in the NCAA!" "Of course, losing is normal. There are no invincible teams in the world, but I cannot tolerate losing a game due to a low-level mistake. Coach Stevens and I are already designing new tactics to integrate everyone into the team's offense. I hope you can train well and avoid mistakes, otherwise I won't be polite." "Thank you for what? I'm criticizing you." Coach Stevens' serious expression relaxed. He knew Zhang Yu had listened. "Of course, it's to study new tactics for when Stephen is not in form or is being contained." "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." Curry was silently shooting three-pointers. Unlike yesterday when he couldn't make any shots, Curry's three-pointers today were all accurate. Moreover, he was shooting from further and further away, from right next to the three-point line to two steps beyond it, with extremely high accuracy. "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. "Even Jordan has off days, let alone you. Losing to Purdue University is not your fault, it's my responsibility," Zhang Yu said. "You're putting too much focus on Stephen. Don't you think his shot attempts are a bit too many? We are not a weak team. At least in the Horizon League, the Bulldogs are a powerhouse! AJ and Drew were selected for the Horizon League's best lineup last season, but in these past few games, they barely even have a presence. Is this reasonable? Everyone can see Stephen's immense potential, but he's just a genius, not yet a superstar. Reasonable tactics are more important for the team. Ronan, you are the core of the Bulldogs!" Coach Stevens continued: Zhang Yu looked at Curry, who had a self-blaming expression, and shook his head with a smile. "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." "Of course, losing is normal. There are no invincible teams in the world, but I cannot tolerate losing a game due to a low-level mistake. Coach Stevens and I are already designing new tactics to integrate everyone into the team's offense. I hope you can train well and avoid mistakes, otherwise I won't be polite." "No, I'm bursting with inspiration right now and have a lot of ideas to discuss with you." Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. "Even Jordan has off days, let alone you. Losing to Purdue University is not your fault, it's my responsibility," Zhang Yu said. Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. "Thank you for waking me up. Since Stephen joined the team, I've been a bit lost, thinking he could solve everything. I forgot he's just a freshman and forgot the uniqueness of the NCAA." Zhang Yu took a deep breath and said sincerely. "Coach, I didn't shoot well yesterday and let everyone down. That's why the team lost this game. I'm sorry," Curry apologized. "Brad, thank you." In the NCAA, the head coach has always been the most authoritative person on the team. They set the offensive and defensive tactics and decide the starting lineup with a single word. At most, they discuss it with the coaching staff, and whether to accept the assistant coach's suggestions depends entirely on the head coach. "What? Are we having a blame-sharing meeting? Everyone is taking responsibility. You don't need to rush. When you play poorly in the future, many people will spontaneously hold meetings for you." "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." After he finished speaking, it took a while before Zhang Yu said softly, "Thank you for waking me up. Since Stephen joined the team, I've been a bit lost, thinking he could solve everything. I forgot he's just a freshman and forgot the uniqueness of the NCAA." Zhang Yu took a deep breath and said sincerely. "You're putting too much focus on Stephen. Don't you think his shot attempts are a bit too many? We are not a weak team. At least in the Horizon League, the Bulldogs are a powerhouse! AJ and Drew were selected for the Horizon League's best lineup last season, but in these past few games, they barely even have a presence. Is this reasonable? Everyone can see Stephen's immense potential, but he's just a genius, not yet a superstar. Reasonable tactics are more important for the team. Ronan, you are the core of the Bulldogs!" Zhang Yu walked over to Curry and observed him carefully. He noticed that Curry had taken many extra shots at several specific spots, which were the same spots where he had missed his three-pointers yesterday. Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. "Brad, thank you." Zhang Yu straightened up, completely unfazed, and continued talking: "It's almost 10:30 PM. Can't we think about it tomorrow?" But Zhang Yu admitted his mistake so directly, it was beyond their comprehension, and the atmosphere suddenly turned cold. "Then let's go." Coach Stevens smiled and pulled Zhang Yu in another direction. "Basketball is not a one-man sport. Teamwork is the true meaning of victory. Regardless of whether Stephen is in form or not, we shouldn't place our hopes of victory on him alone. To enter March Madness, and even go further, requires everyone's joint effort. A single game's loss is nothing; we'll win it back next time. Tomorrow, I want to see your smiles, understand?" Zhang Yu said. The players all looked up at Zhang Yu in surprise. Curry quickly said... "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!" The players all looked up at Zhang Yu in surprise. Curry quickly said, "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. But his brows were furrowed, and there was no hint of a smile on his face. But Zhang Yu admitted his mistake so directly, it was beyond their comprehension, and the atmosphere suddenly turned cold. "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. "I know, this is the way to the office." "Then let's go." Coach Stevens smiled and pulled Zhang Yu in another direction. "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!" After speaking, he bowed deeply to the players. "Meeting?" Curry was a little confused. "Of course, it's to study new tactics for when Stephen is not in form or is being contained." "No, Coach, the tactics you arranged were great, giving me many easy shooting opportunities. I just failed to seize them." "Thank you for waking me up. Since Stephen joined the team, I've been a bit lost, thinking he could solve everything. I forgot he's just a freshman and forgot the uniqueness of the NCAA." Zhang Yu took a deep breath and said sincerely. "It's almost 10:30 PM. Can't we think about it tomorrow?" But his brows were furrowed, and there was no hint of a smile on his face. "Brad, thank you." "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." "Brad, thank you." Zhang Yu straightened up, completely unfazed, and continued talking: "It's almost 10:30 PM. What are you doing going to the office so late?" "Brad, thank you." "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. In the NCAA, the head coach has always been the most authoritative person on the team. They set the offensive and defensive tactics and decide the starting lineup with a single word. At most, they discuss it with the coaching staff, and whether to accept the assistant coach's suggestions depends entirely on the head coach. "Thank you for what? I'm criticizing you." Coach Stevens' serious expression relaxed. He knew Zhang Yu had listened. "No, Coach, the tactics you arranged were great, giving me many easy shooting opportunities. I just failed to seize them." "You're putting too much focus on Stephen. Don't you think his shot attempts are a bit too many? We are not a weak team. At least in the Horizon League, the Bulldogs are a powerhouse! AJ and Drew were selected for the Horizon League's best lineup last season, but in these past few games, they barely even have a presence. Is this reasonable? Everyone can see Stephen's immense potential, but he's just a genius, not yet a superstar. Reasonable tactics are more important for the team. Ronan, you are the core of the Bulldogs!" "Brad! I think you're trying to get revenge on me!" Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. "Brad, thank you." "Thank you for waking me up. Since Stephen joined the team, I've been a bit lost, thinking he could solve everything. I forgot he's just a freshman and forgot the uniqueness of the NCAA." Zhang Yu took a deep breath and said sincerely. The two of them were pulling and dragging each other, gradually moving further away, their voices disappearing into the night wind. "Coach, I didn't shoot well yesterday and let everyone down. That's why the team lost this game. I'm sorry," Curry apologized. "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." The aftermath of yesterday's crushing defeat had not yet dissipated. The team's atmosphere was very somber. Even Julian Becko, who usually loved to joke around, was silent. Practice proceeded under a heavy, oppressive atmosphere. "Of course, losing is normal. There are no invincible teams in the world, but I cannot tolerate losing a game due to a low-level mistake. Coach Stevens and I are already designing new tactics to integrate everyone into the team's offense. I hope you can train well and avoid mistakes, otherwise I won't be polite." "It's almost 10:30 PM. Can't we think about it tomorrow?" But his brows were furrowed, and there was no hint of a smile on his face. "Then let's go." Coach Stevens smiled and pulled Zhang Yu in another direction. "Basketball is not a one-man sport. Teamwork is the true meaning of victory. Regardless of whether Stephen is in form or not, we shouldn't place our hopes of victory on him alone. To enter March Madness, and even go further, requires everyone's joint effort. A single game's loss is nothing; we'll win it back next time. Tomorrow, I want to see your smiles, understand?" Zhang Yu said. The players all looked up at Zhang Yu in surprise. Curry quickly said... "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!" The players all looked up at Zhang Yu in surprise. Curry quickly said, "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. But his brows were furrowed, and there was no hint of a smile on his face. But Zhang Yu admitted his mistake so directly, it was beyond their comprehension, and the atmosphere suddenly turned cold. "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. "I know, this is the way to the office." "Then let's go." Coach Stevens smiled and pulled Zhang Yu in another direction. "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!" After speaking, he bowed deeply to the players. "Meeting?" Curry was a little confused. "Of course, it's to study new tactics for when Stephen is not in form or is being contained." "No, Coach, the tactics you arranged were great, giving me many easy shooting opportunities. I just failed to seize them." "Thank you for waking me up. Since Stephen joined the team, I've been a bit lost, thinking he could solve everything. I forgot he's just a freshman and forgot the uniqueness of the NCAA." Zhang Yu took a deep breath and said sincerely. The players were stunned. They had never seen such a scene before. "What? Are we having a blame-sharing meeting? Everyone is taking responsibility. You don't need to rush. When you play poorly in the future, many people will spontaneously hold meetings for you." Of course, if they played according to his tactics and they didn't work, he would never blame the players. "Ronan, I know you've been working hard to coach an NBA team and have prepared a lot for it. We all know that in the NBA, superstars are everything. Because the NBA's system dictates that superstars always have time to adjust their form, and the best-of-seven series in the playoffs is destined to let the stronger side advance to the next round. Almost no team can win by luck." Zhang Yu looked at Curry, who had a self-blaming expression, and shook his head with a smile. "Brad! I think you're trying to get revenge on me!" The players breathed a sigh of relief. That's more like it. The most profound impression Zhang Yu had left on them in the past few months was his extremely strict requirements. The tactics he arranged must be executed meticulously, otherwise, they would face his harshest criticism. "Basketball is not a one-man sport. Teamwork is the true meaning of victory. Regardless of whether Stephen is in form or not, we shouldn't place our hopes of victory on him alone. To enter March Madness, and even go further, requires everyone's joint effort. A single game's loss is nothing; we'll win it back next time. Tomorrow, I want to see your smiles, understand?" Zhang Yu said. "Yes, sir!" The players responded in unison. "You're putting too much focus on Stephen. Don't you think his shot attempts are a bit too many? We are not a weak team. At least in the Horizon League, the Bulldogs are a powerhouse! AJ and Drew were selected for the Horizon League's best lineup last season, but in these past few games, they barely even have a presence. Is this reasonable? Everyone can see Stephen's immense potential, but he's just a genius, not yet a superstar. Reasonable tactics are more important for the team. Ronan, you are the core of the Bulldogs!" Curry was silently shooting three-pointers. Unlike yesterday when he couldn't make any shots, Curry's three-pointers today were all accurate. Moreover, he was shooting from further and further away, from right next to the three-point line to two steps beyond it, with extremely high accuracy. "What revenge? This is your punishment for losing the game!" Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. "No, Coach, the tactics you arranged were great, giving me many easy shooting opportunities. I just failed to seize them." "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." "Yes, sir!" The players responded in unison. The two of them were pulling and dragging each other, gradually moving further away, their voices disappearing into the night wind. "I know, this is the way to the office." Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." Zhang Yu straightened up, completely unfazed, and continued talking: "It's almost 10:30 PM. What are you doing going to the office so late?" Curry was a little confused by Zhang Yu's words, but he didn't have time to think much before Zhang Yu changed the subject... "Meeting?" Curry was a little confused. The players all looked up at Zhang Yu in surprise. Curry quickly said, The next day, Zhang Yu and Coach Stevens appeared at team practice with dark circles under their eyes. The next day, Zhang Yu and Coach Stevens appeared at team practice with dark circles under their eyes. "Ronan, I know you've been working hard to coach an NBA team and have prepared a lot for it. We all know that in the NBA, superstars are everything. Because the NBA's system dictates that superstars always have time to adjust their form, and the best-of-seven series in the playoffs is destined to let the stronger side advance to the next round. Almost no team can win by luck." Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. The aftermath of yesterday's crushing defeat had not yet dissipated. The team's atmosphere was very somber. Even Julian Becko, who usually loved to joke around, was silent. Practice proceeded under a heavy, oppressive atmosphere. Coach Stevens continued: Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. The aftermath of yesterday's crushing defeat had not yet dissipated. The team's atmosphere was very somber. Even Julian Becko, who usually loved to joke around, was silent. Practice proceeded under a heavy, oppressive atmosphere. Curry was silently shooting three-pointers. Unlike yesterday when he couldn't make any shots, Curry's three-pointers today were all accurate. Moreover, he was shooting from further and further away, from right next to the three-point line to two steps beyond it, with extremely high accuracy. Curry was a little confused by Zhang Yu's words, but he didn't have time to think much before Zhang Yu changed the subject: After speaking, he bowed deeply to the players. "Of course, losing is normal. There are no invincible teams in the world, but I cannot tolerate losing a game due to a low-level mistake. Coach Stevens and I are already designing new tactics to integrate everyone into the team's offense. I hope you can train well and avoid mistakes, otherwise I won't be polite." "Of course, losing is normal. There are no invincible teams in the world, but I cannot tolerate losing a game due to a low-level mistake. Coach Stevens and I are already designing new tactics to integrate everyone into the team's offense. I hope you can train well and avoid mistakes, otherwise I won't be polite." "It's almost 10:30 PM. Can't we think about it tomorrow?" But his brows were furrowed, and there was no hint of a smile on his face. "Brad, thank you." "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." Zhang Yu straightened up, completely unfazed, and continued talking: Zhang Yu walked over to Curry and observed him carefully. He noticed that Curry had taken many extra shots at several specific spots, which were the same spots where he had missed his three-pointers yesterday. "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." After speaking, he bowed deeply to the players. "Brad, thank you." Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. "Thank you for what? I'm criticizing you." Coach Stevens' serious expression relaxed. He knew Zhang Yu had listened. Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. "What revenge? This is your punishment for losing the game!" Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. The players were stunned. They had never seen such a scene before. "Then let's go." Coach Stevens smiled and pulled Zhang Yu in another direction. The team's training ended in a somber mood. Zhang Yu gathered all the players and slowly said, "No, Coach, the tactics you arranged were great, giving me many easy shooting opportunities. I just failed to seize them." "Brad! I think you're trying to get revenge on me!" Outside the quiet and spacious gymnasium, Coach Stevens' clear voice carried far. "No, Coach, the tactics you arranged were great, giving me many easy shooting opportunities. I just failed to seize them." "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." Zhang Yu straightened up, completely unfazed, and continued talking: "It's almost 10:30 PM. What are you doing going to the office so late?" "Of course, it's to study new tactics for when Stephen is not in form or is being contained." "No, Coach, the tactics you arranged were great, giving me many easy shooting opportunities. I just failed to seize them." "Thank you for waking me up. Since Stephen joined the team, I've been a bit lost, thinking he could solve everything. I forgot he's just a freshman and forgot the uniqueness of the NCAA." Zhang Yu took a deep breath and said sincerely. "But the NCAA is different! You haven't experienced March Madness, but I have. There, one game decides life and death, and anything is possible. There are too many weaker teams that defeat established powerhouse schools with surprising tactics or explosive form. So in the NCAA, it's always the coach who is the center, and tactics are everything in the NCAA!" Curry was silently shooting three-pointers. Unlike yesterday when he couldn't make any shots, Curry's three-pointers today were all accurate. Moreover, he was shooting from further and further away, from right next to the three-point line to two steps beyond it, with extremely high accuracy. "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." Zhang Yu looked at Curry, who had a self-blaming expression, and shook his head with a smile. "Brad, thank you." "Of course, losing is normal. There are no invincible teams in the world, but I cannot tolerate losing a game due to a low-level mistake. Coach Stevens and I are already designing new tactics to integrate everyone into the team's offense. I hope you can train well and avoid mistakes, otherwise I won't be polite." "Of course, losing is normal. There are no invincible teams in the world, but I cannot tolerate losing a game due to a low-level mistake. Coach Stevens and I are already designing new tactics to integrate everyone into the team's offense. I hope you can train well and avoid mistakes, otherwise I won't be polite." "It's almost 10:30 PM. Can't we think about it tomorrow?" But Zhang Yu admitted his mistake so directly, it was beyond their comprehension, and the atmosphere suddenly turned cold. "You're putting too much focus on Stephen. Don't you think his shot attempts are a bit too many? We are not a weak team. At least in the Horizon League, the Bulldogs are a powerhouse! AJ and Drew were selected for the Horizon League's best lineup last season, but in these past few games, they barely even have a presence. Is this reasonable? Everyone can see Stephen's immense potential, but he's just a genius, not yet a superstar. Reasonable tactics are more important for the team. Ronan, you are the core of the Bulldogs!" Curry was silently shooting three-pointers. Unlike yesterday when he couldn't make any shots, Curry's three-pointers today were all accurate. Moreover, he was shooting from further and further away, from right next to the three-point line to two steps beyond it, with extremely high accuracy. "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." Zhang Yu looked at Curry, who had a self-blaming expression, and shook his head with a smile. "But the NCAA is different! You haven't experienced March Madness, but I have. There, one game decides life and death, and anything is possible. There are too many weaker teams that defeat established powerhouse schools with surprising tactics or explosive form. So in the NCAA, it's always the coach who is the center, and tactics are everything in the NCAA!" The team's training ended in a somber mood. Zhang Yu gathered all the players and slowly said, Zhang Yu walked over to Curry and observed him carefully. He noticed that Curry had taken many extra shots at several specific spots, which were the same spots where he had missed his three-pointers yesterday. "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." But Zhang Yu admitted his mistake so directly, it was beyond their comprehension, and the atmosphere suddenly turned cold. "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!" "It's almost 10:30 PM. Can't we think about it tomorrow?" "I noticed Stephen has been practicing shots at the spots where he missed yesterday. The atmosphere in today's practice is also off. I know you're still thinking about yesterday's game." Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. After speaking, he bowed deeply to the players. Zhang Yu looked at Curry, who had a self-blaming expression, and shook his head with a smile. Zhang Yu looked at Curry, who had a self-blaming expression, and shook his head with a smile. But his brows were furrowed, and there was no hint of a smile on his face. "What? Are we having a blame-sharing meeting? Everyone is taking responsibility. You don't need to rush. When you play poorly in the future, many people will spontaneously hold meetings for you." After speaking, he bowed deeply to the players. The players were stunned. They had never seen such a scene before. "Meeting?" Curry was a little confused. In the NCAA, the head coach has always been the most authoritative person on the team. They set the offensive and defensive tactics and decide the starting lineup with a single word. At most, they discuss it with the coaching staff, and whether to accept the assistant coach's suggestions depends entirely on the head coach. The players all looked up at Zhang Yu in surprise. Curry quickly said, The players all looked up at Zhang Yu in surprise. Curry quickly said, The team's training ended in a somber mood. Zhang Yu gathered all the players and slowly said, In the NCAA, the head coach has always been the most authoritative person on the team. They set the offensive and defensive tactics and decide the starting lineup with a single word. At most, they discuss it with the coaching staff, and whether to accept the assistant coach's suggestions depends entirely on the head coach. "It's almost 10:30 PM. What are you doing going to the office so late?" "You'll know when you're older." Zhang Yu recalled the grandeur of the "Turtle Slaughtering Convention" in his past life and couldn't help but laugh. The next day, Zhang Yu and Coach Stevens appeared at team practice with dark circles under their eyes. "Coach, I didn't shoot well yesterday and let everyone down. That's why the team lost this game. I'm sorry," Curry apologized. After he finished speaking, it took a while before Zhang Yu said softly, After speaking, he bowed deeply to the players. The aftermath of yesterday's crushing defeat had not yet dissipated. The team's atmosphere was very somber. Even Julian Becko, who usually loved to joke around, was silent. Practice proceeded under a heavy, oppressive atmosphere. "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!" Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. Zhang Yu didn't say anything and slowly paced away. "Basketball is not a one-man sport. Teamwork is the true meaning of victory. Regardless of whether Stephen is in form or not, we shouldn't place our hopes of victory on him alone. To enter March Madness, and even go further, requires everyone's joint effort. A single game's loss is nothing; we'll win it back next time. Tomorrow, I want to see your smiles, understand?" Zhang Yu said. "Everyone has off days, and Stephen is no exception. But I didn't consider this and put all my eggs in your basket without making any tactical adjustments, instead hoping your shooting touch would recover. The failure in this game is entirely my responsibility. I apologize to everyone." The team's training ended in a somber mood. Zhang Yu gathered all the players and slowly said, "Yes, sir!" The players responded in unison. Curry was silently shooting three-pointers. Unlike yesterday when he couldn't make any shots, Curry's three-pointers today were all accurate. Moreover, he was shooting from further and further away, from right next to the three-point line to two steps beyond it, with extremely high accuracy. But Zhang Yu admitted his mistake so directly, it was beyond their comprehension, and the atmosphere suddenly turned cold. "You're putting too much focus on Stephen. Don't you think his shot attempts are a bit too many? We are not a weak team. At least in the Horizon League, the Bulldogs are a powerhouse! AJ and Drew were selected for the Horizon League's best lineup last season, but in these past few games, they barely even have a presence. Is this reasonable? Everyone can see Stephen's immense potential, but he's just a genius, not yet a superstar. Reasonable tactics are more important for the team. Ronan, you are the core of the Bulldogs!" The players breathed a sigh of relief. That's more like it. The most profound impression Zhang Yu had left on them in the past few months was his extremely strict requirements. The tactics he arranged must be executed meticulously, otherwise, they would face his harshest criticism. "Even Jordan has off days, let alone you. Losing to Purdue University is not your fault, it's my responsibility," Zhang Yu said. Zhang Yu walked over to Curry and observed him carefully. He noticed that Curry had taken many extra shots at several specific spots, which were the same spots where he had missed his three-pointers yesterday. "Hey, what are you doing? This isn't the way back to my apartment!"