Hector is a dynasty on its own, but a dynasty is doomed to end, and Hector's 2035-2036 season allowed him to enter a little more in the history of the NBA. It must be said that Hector is now a legend who still plays, and his legacy grows heavier with each minute that passes on a court.
He joined the players' club with 30,000 career points and became the record holder for offensive rebounds in NBA history, surpassing one of his GOATs, Moses Malone.
At this stage of his career, he has proven nothing, but the Kings have always had a good season, with a conference semifinal and 51 wins this season.
Knowing he doesn't have much time left, he asked the Kings to draft a power forward he sees as promising. The only times he has recommended people are Dalvin Albert, the current coach, and Roger, the new franchise player.
Dalvin accepted his request, and a certain Louie O'Galvin was selected with pick No. 18...
According to him, he is no longer the franchise player, and it is visible in his stats: 18.7 points, 12.8 rebounds, 6.69 assists, 1.9 steals, and 2.1 blocks. That was in the NBA...
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After a long wait, the ceremony is about to end. The host announced the Olympic champion:
"Mexico"
At the time of the announcement, Hector proudly stepped forward at the head of the line. The arena is filled with enthusiasm, and so are the Mexicans who watched the game in front of the arena or on television.
The reluctant Americans had to applaud. Their Olympics' hegemony fell to the "12 Guerreros". The golden age of Mexican basketball and their captain, the greatest player in history, in their opinion, guided them.
Hector wears his gold medal, and all national team members also hold their medals for the "winner's picture."
Seeing the Mexican flag rise last has planted a seed in the hearts of many young Mexicans and the current team. They have the honor of singing the national anthem during their lifetime on the Olympic podium at home.
Mexican fans agree with the singer, and the players sing the national anthem with all their hearts. This is probably the scene that moved Hector the most of his career.
The main national media and television channels seized the opportunity to report massively. The influence of the men's basketball team throughout the country has reached an unprecedented height this time.
"I, Hector Herrera, 34, have nothing more proven. It is time to let young people carry the country to the top. It was an honor for me to wear the jersey of the nation. Thank you to the Mexican people for trusting me to the end. It's time for me to retire internationally."
These were Hector's first words at the press conference. And his last words as a player of Mexico.
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After winning the Basketball Olympics, Hector stayed two more seasons in the NBA. With 19.25 points, 12.32 rebounds, 7.25 assists, 1.7 steals, and 1.6 blocks, his seventeenth season was the final All-NBA season.
With 14.91 points, 13.6 rebounds, 7.21 assists, 1.9 steals, and 1.4 blocks in his final season. He was more like a locker room leader in his last two seasons, especially in the last one. He retired from scoring and focused on playmaking. Hence, his best assist averages at the end.
He handles player development part-time but turned down the franchise job, thanks to him (the system?) Louie O'Galvin has shown noticeable progress since his draft and is about to explode.
Hector is proud of his disciple, with 19.4 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks per game in his second season. Dalvin became a seasoned coach but never dared to disrespect Hector. Hector is, above all, the best player in the franchise's history!