Li Shachen made a name for himself in high school basketball. As the star player at the strongest high school basketball program in 2008, he led his team to victory time and again with his outstanding skills and unique understanding of the game. Whenever someone questioned the level of Chinese basketball, Li Shachen would declare, “Who says Chinese people can't play basketball?”
But fate is always full of surprises. During an ordinary practice, a bad pass and an unexpected collision sent a basketball crashing into Li Shachen, knocking him unconscious. When he came to, he discovered that he had transmigrated to 1996, an NBA era brimming with passion and intensity.
Chapter Two: A New Stage to Conquer
In an unfamiliar era, Li Shachen faced enormous challenges. He realized he wasn't exceptional, and that his skills and physical conditioning fell far short of those of the NBA's top players. But he didn't give up. He knew what he had to do: prove that Chinese players could shine on the NBA stage too.
As he adjusted to his new surroundings, Li Shachen ran into all kinds of difficulties. He had to adapt to and learn the language, the culture, the techniques, and the physical demands. He trained relentlessly, learned from his teammates, and sought advice from his coach. His hard work paid off, and his skills and conditioning gradually improved.
Chapter Three: A Chance to Stand Out
During an intrasquad scrimmage, Li Shachen caught the coach's attention with an outstanding performance. Seeing his potential, the coach decided to give him more opportunities. In a crucial game, Li Shachen was given a chance to play. He seized it and showed what he could do.
