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Once the summer league is over, it's time for Hector to train seriously. During the NBA season, it is almost impossible to train intensively with loads. The pace of the matches does not allow it, but during the offseason, it is the perfect moment.

Unlike other system novels, Hector's system is passive. It will not give rewards or interaction, but it is a scientific center on site. It is composed of a human body displayed from green to red depending on fatigue. When a part of the body is tired, it is shown in red. This makes it possible to see its limits permanently.

Hector is still at the Kings' practice facility; he's only taken a week off since the last game. This willingness to train impressed the Kings' staff.

He works on strength and endurance exercises mainly. Stamina is a national strength, and strength is always needed in the NBA, especially for big men. Even a guard needs power.

In addition to trying to gain muscle mass and work his technical skills. Especially his play at the post. Why the game at the post when it is less and less used with the small ball? Because precisely no one does it, or almost no one. Only the monsters of the Sixers and the Nuggets play.

Players learn to play a game without positions. They learn more to play in the low post.

As Hector thinks, it feeds into a continuous cycle: today's players don't know how to play and hit the post. Why not? Because they are not taught. And why aren't they prepared? Because no one wants or knows how to teach it anymore. "Most of the coaches [through the sport today] were perimeter players when they played," he says. "So, they can't see the game through the eyes of the center."

But visionaries like Hector sees it, as a certain GM and a particular assistant think otherwise. Sooner or later, the big men will be reborn, the game at the post with him, and Hector bets on it.

There are nine post moves to master. Jump hook, up and under, drop step, fadeaway, quick spin, back down, sky hook, face up, jump shot, and face up the attack.

These are not movements that make the crowds rise, but you can technically dominate everyone with these nine movements. And Hector, with his system's help, will constantly progress in learning movements.

Playing the low post is challenging and requires hard work, quickness, strength, footwork, determination, and savvy to get open to receive the pass.

Another advantage is that these movements often expose the defender to fouls. And if he is already at fault, the defender will be less likely to challenge you, making it easier for you to score. Since you will likely suffer many fouls, become an excellent free throw shooter.

Hector now does not have the power to use these moves in actual combat against the other big but against the guards, and it should be enough.

"The simplest is the more effective," Hector thought.

During this offseason, Hector's central axis of progression is movement at the post and increased muscle strength.

The King's staff prefers that he prioritize increased strength and endurance. Then skills. In this precise order, to satisfy the prerequisites of an NBA player. Thinking about this, Hector followed the program advocated by the Kings coaches.