Tang Tian's opening came to an end here, and the scene immediately shifted to the Nets' locker room.
Yi Jianlian's season was already over, and he was packing his luggage to return to China.
Just like summer vacation during his student days, the end of the NBA season was summer vacation for players.
After a busy season, it was time to pack up and prepare for the long offseason.
Jeremy Lin, Yi Jianlian's longtime partner, was beside him.
Both had performed well over the past season, and they could finally relax properly during the upcoming offseason.
"I'll be going to China for some events. We can have a meal together then."
Jeremy Lin had visited China often over the past few years. Coupled with his ongoing exchanges with Yi Jianlian, his Chinese had become clear and fluent, making him practically half Chinese himself.
"That depends on the schedule. I'm playing in the upcoming World Cup."
Yi Jianlian said with a smile.
"You're playing in the World Cup? Well, personally, I'd advise against it. The Playoffs were so intense, and playing in the World Cup afterward makes it easy to get injured."
As both a teammate and a friend, Jeremy Lin offered Yi Jianlian his advice.
Yi Jianlian simply smiled without saying anything.
"But then again, this might be your last World Cup."
Jeremy Lin knew Yi Jianlian well enough to understand what that expression meant.
Yi Jianlian nodded.
Just then, he came across a box in his locker, carefully decorated.
It normally would not have been there, but he had temporarily placed it in the locker to bring the Nets good luck.
"What is it?"
Seeing Yi Jianlian go quiet, Jeremy Lin leaned over curiously.
Yi Jianlian said nothing and opened the box. A flash of golden light shone out.