"Old Cat" Mobley China Tour: Reunion of Yao Ming, conveying the warmth of basketball

On September 25, a set of photos released by the Rockets official media pulled fans' memories back to the past. "Old Cat" Mobley appeared at the Yao Foundation charity competition and related training camp, and reunited with his former teammate Yao Ming. The scene of the two having a great chat was full of warmth.

Mobley's trip to China is of great significance. He said: "This activity to support Yao Fund in China is of great significance to me to contribute to the growth of children who love basketball. I hope to see the children play in the right way. I have been very happy during this period. My friendship with Yao Dayan has never faded. Even in the past 20 years, his daily vitality is still the same. He is really an amazing person." In his words, it is not difficult to feel his enthusiasm for this charity trip and his deep friendship with Yao Ming.

Yao Ming was also very happy with the arrival of his old teammates. He said: "It feels very good to meet with the Rockets' old teammates. I believe that his arrival will bring a lot of happiness to the children and set a good example for the children's future." Yao Ming knew Mobley's influence well and looked forward to him having a positive impact on the children.

Looking back on the past, the days when Mobley and Yao Ming fought side by side on the NBA are unforgettable. In 2002, Yao Ming joined the Rockets as the No. 1 pick, and Mobley was already the big brother in the team. During his time with the Rockets, Mobley showed outstanding strength, averaging 17.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and a three-point shooting percentage of up to 37.7%. His existence not only helped Yao Ming in football skills, but also gave this first-time No. 1 pick in the league in life.

Now, the two are reunited again. Although they no longer fight on the court wearing Rockets, their love for basketball has not diminished at all, and they continue the inheritance of basketball in another way. Through the Yao Fund Charity Competition and related training camps, they sow the seeds of basketball in the hearts of children, conveying their love and persistence for basketball. Mobley's arrival undoubtedly opened a window for the children to understand the basketball world, giving them the opportunity to get close to former NBA stars and draw on the power of basketball. The long-lasting friendship between Yao Ming and Mobley has also become a different scenery in this event, giving basketball more emotions and warmth.

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