The Sacramento Kings are under the rhythm of the monarch. For once, the team lives up to its name. Sacramento remains on a six-game winning streak after a surprise loss to the Orlando Magic.
"The Sacramento Kings this season are amazing. They have never had a big winning streak, but they are consistent. At this rate, first place in the league is no suspense, but the real things will start in April. »
"The Kings have 47 wins so far. Last season, the Bucks won 38 games before the All-Star Break. Even if they lose all their games at the end of the season, they will be in the playoffs. »
Hector looks at these reports and can't help but laugh. The hype around them is laughing, and the praise has returned since the loss to the Magic that knocked out the Kings in an incomprehensible way.
The Kings officially have three representatives in the All-Star Game, Hector, De'Aaron, and Keegan, who is selected for the first time, and there is a reason for that. Unlike other seasons, the Kings are much more exposed to television.
Even if there is League Pass and local channels, Americans watch the NBA mainly on the national network (TNT, ABC, and ESPN). Even if it is not worth the big markets, except for the Bucks and Mavs, who are exceptions because they have MVPs, the Kings have 13 broadcasts on national channels.
Sacramento has been recognized for its work for several seasons. You should know that the big markets rub shoulders with the 20 games in national broadcasts. The design of an NBA calendar is a real headache since you have to consider the availability of venues, TV programming, or competition from other sports. Not to mention the NBA Cup.
The road is long to reach 20 broadcasts. Two things are necessary for a small market, and Sacramento has neither MVP nor titles. If it were a big market, both would not have been necessary.
It is a logic of popularity. With Giannis, the Bucks' "small market" problem is no longer a problem because he is a very popular player and will bring back the audience.
Last season, the Kings had only five broadcasts and lost others. More exhibitions, therefore, more visibility for players. With such a slaughter, selecting three All-Stars is only a logical continuation.
The Kings are a particular case in the NBA. In addition to having the broadcasts in America, they have the most broadcast in Mexico for reasons that even a 3-year-old could understand.
Hector's popularity remains strong among any active player. Compared to Zion or others, Hector isn't the player who caught the eye in high school. He doesn't look like a superstar, is transparent, and won't attract the media.
Despite his status as a multiple All-Star (five times), he doesn't think much about himself. He took Belinda's hand and walked the streets of New York with his children. After the All-Star Game, it was his only rest in the season.
If Hector were alone, he would naturally not be interested in shopping, but he "lost the negotiations" to the eyes of the twins, who were shining.
Since joining the NBA, he knows little about the United States except for games. He is in Sacramento most of the time or San Clemente for a week or two before returning to Mexico.
But it cannot go unnoticed and has been recognized by someone in the middle of a moment of relaxation. He's out of luck and cold, so he came out heavily covered. Recognizing him, it was more of a miracle than anything else.
Needless to say, a crowd movement has occurred. It's rare to come across an NBA star. The bewildered police came for protection, but Hector did not cooperate. He also did not take the opportunity to run away but also chatted with fans in a Puma store, leaving the police speechless.
Hector is the only guy who pays Puma despite having an equipment contract. At that moment, his phone rang—the caller's name: Zion.
"Hector, big news. I was traded to the Knicks. »
Hector stopped all his movements.