Chapter 318 The Godfather, Continued

The impact of The Godfather sequel hadn't faded yet.

But after filming this sequel, Tang Tian turned around and went back to the training ground.

This summer, he had the Olympics and the filming of The Godfather sequel, so the intensity of his training wasn't as high as during the previous lockout season.

He needed to make up for it as soon as possible.

After a week of continuous training, someone no one expected came to the training hall.

Kobe Bryant!

Kobe had come, and he brought his two daughters with him.

His 9-year-old eldest daughter, Natalia, and 6-year-old youngest daughter, Gianna.

Since Vanessa filed for divorce last year, he had temporary custody of the two daughters.

"Hey, Godfather."

Kobe and Tang Tian had played against each other on the NBA court last season.

But this time Kobe called Tang Tian "Godfather," which meant he was there because of "The Godfather," not because of Tang Tian himself.

Tang Tian smiled and greeted Kobe with a shoulder bump.

He quite admired Kobe.

Although he was a bit too obsessive, had too many negative news stories, and missed too many shots.

"Can I join you?"

After chatting for a while, Kobe felt an itch to play, looking at the players on the court.

"Of course."

Tang Tian said, standing up as well.

"Natalia, Gianna, watch, your dad is about to dominate the court."

Kobe said to his two daughters with a smile as he got up.

From his smile, it was clear that he doted on his two daughters.

Natalia was relatively calm, but Gianna was already excitedly shouting.

Tang Tian and Kobe joined the game together, and they were on the same team.

Tang Tian's passing had improved significantly this summer, and playing with Kobe was a good warm-up for the new season.

After all, whether it was the men's national team or Moore and the others, their abilities were relatively weak.

Kobe received the ball comfortably, his fadeaway jumpers were as beautiful as a picture, and every shot went in cleanly.

Just like he told his daughters, he directly dominated the court.

After the game, Kobe took the initiative to give Tang Tian a high-five.

"If you want to come to the Lakers, I'll be the first to support you."

Many people doubted that Kobe couldn't play off-ball, but in fact, Kobe played off-ball when he first debuted, and he played very well off-ball with Payton.

It was just that the Lakers' point guards had always been weak since then, with Derek Fisher being the strongest, so he was forced to play on-ball.

Playing like that day after day was what made him the Mamba mentality he was now.

He hadn't played with a top passer for a long time, and he was very happy at the moment.

Moreover, with Nash joining the team next season, this training game could be considered an early adaptation.

Of course, what he said was by no means just a compliment.

A guard who could shoot three-pointers, space the floor, had top-notch defense, and possessed such fancy passing skills was exactly what the Lakers needed.

Tang Tian smiled and didn't say anything.

Many people didn't realize that he was already in his contract year.

Kobe hadn't mentioned his intention before, was he here to recruit him?

Seeing Tang Tian's reaction, Kobe didn't say anything more, but jogged over to his two daughters and gave them each a light fist bump.

After training, Kobe was in high spirits and took Tang Tian out to dinner.

"Your 'Godfather' is very cool, especially the latest episode, it's really great, I think if there's a chance in the future, I can let Natalia film with you."

At the dinner table, Kobe finally revealed his intention.

Tang Tian coughed twice.

Speaking of the last episode of "The Godfather", the scene of Vignali's war of words automatically popped up in his mind.

Kobe's daughter…

He'd have to see about that!

Besides, Natalia was only 9 years old, so it would be at least seven or eight years before she could film.

"Do your daughters like basketball?"

Tang Tian asked.

"Yes, they inherited my genes, they're very talented in basketball, they'll all enter the WNBA."

Kobe said proudly.

A doting dad.

That word automatically appeared in Tang Tian's mind.

Many people joked that Kobe couldn't have a son, but in fact, daughters were their fathers' lovers from a past life, and raising daughters was a very happy thing.

"Tang, you're really cool, it's very cool for you and Dad to play basketball."

Gianna said in a childish voice while waving her hand.

"Yeah, very cool."

Kobe reached out and touched Gianna's head at this time, his eyes full of tenderness.

Looking at this, Tang Tian suddenly thought of his daughter in his previous life.

It seemed he needed to hurry up…

But it seemed he didn't even have a wife yet…

No, he didn't even have a girlfriend yet…

Kobe was torturing him in front of his eyes.

"Honey, do you want to see Dad and Tang play basketball together again?"

Kobe reached out and stroked Gianna's head at this time.

"Will there be?"

Gianna asked expectantly.

Kobe smiled and turned to look at Tang Tian.

"Will your 'Godfather' have a sequel? This summer?"

Tang Tian nodded.

The NBA offseason was very long, and this episode obviously couldn't satisfy the fans' demand.

Moreover, not only was his contract with the Spurs about to expire, but also his contract with Nike.

In a contract year, he had to increase his popularity, so he could get a good price when he renewed his contract next summer.

After nodding, he glanced at Kobe and already guessed what Kobe wanted to do.

"You want to be a guest on 'The Godfather'?"

"Is there a problem?"

Kobe said, touching Gianna's little head again, he really doted on his daughter to the heavens.

"Of course not."

Tang Tian immediately said.

It would be great if Kobe could join.

Although Kobe's strength had declined compared to his peak due to his age, he was still a bona fide league superstar.

If he could come to "The Godfather," the effect would definitely be explosive.

"Thank you."

Kobe thanked Tang Tian, but his eyes never left Gianna.

Obviously, he was participating for his daughter's sake.

After discussing with the people at Nike, Tang Tian and Kobe and his two daughters flew to Los Angeles.

The previous "Godfather" series was all at the New York streetball court, but this time they decided to change the location.

And in terms of form, there would be more changes.

Arriving in Los Angeles, Kobe held one daughter in each hand, his face full of smiles.

But when he got to the airport gate, his smile disappeared.

After making a phone call, a car came to the door, and he sent his daughters into the car.

Watching the car leave, Kobe didn't move for a long time.

Tang Tian didn't need to ask to know who's car that was.

"Want to go for a drink? I'm a professional wine taster."

Tang Tian said.

Kobe turned around and glanced at Tang Tian, paused for a moment, and nodded.

They went for a drink, but not the wine Tang Tian mentioned.

After Kobe's driver arrived, he took them directly to the most well-known bar in Los Angeles.

In the private room, the two big men took out a whole case of whiskey and started drinking.

ps: Chapter 317 has been blocked, I'm trying to revise it, I don't know when it will be unblocked this weekend.