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Chapter 252 DeRozan on the shelves

After answering Howard's call, Li Xun didn't feel sleepy anymore, and drove directly to Dumas' home.

Hearing that Li Xun was looking for him to negotiate a deal, Dumas couldn't help feeling a wave of respect for Li Xun.

After the other players won the championship, they still don't know where they are drunk and lying in the flowers.

But Li Xun is so self-disciplined and professional that he came to worry about the team's work early in the morning.

The point is that this is not Li Xun's job.

"Li, I really don't know what to say. You are the player with the best professional attitude I have ever seen."

"Your dedication is not only reflected on the field, you are still extremely dedicated off the field."

Li Xun had no choice but to smile bitterly. He didn't come to listen to Dumas' flattery this early in the morning.

"Mr. Dumas, according to what we said before, trade Howard with Whiteside and Lowry."

"I think it's best to let the Magic add a draft pick, otherwise it will be too bad."

Li Xun suggested.

Dumas touched his mouth, feeling that this matter was a bit difficult to handle.

Originally, Baibian and Lowry could be exchanged for Howard together, which is already a stroke of luck.

This also allows the Magic to add a draft pick?
Dumars is worried that the Magic will directly refuse to trade, or simply sell Howard to other teams.

Although Howard is now forcing the management of the Palace Magic, once the face is torn apart, people still care about where you want to go, and which team gives more, they will send Howard there.

"Li, are you sure they can agree?"

"Since Howard is going to be sent away, the Magic should be rebuilding. Will they be willing to sell this first-round pick?"

Dumas asked worriedly.

In fact, Li Xun was not sure, whether the Magic would agree or not.

But it should be tried, after all, the 2011 draft is too tempting.

Now the Pistons have three draft picks in their hands, which are the two first-round and second-round picks that come with them, and there is also a draft pick with the 22nd pick in the first round of the Suns that was obtained by the previous trade.

The Magic's first-round pick this year is the 19th pick.

In this 2011 draft, Li Xun's favorite players are Tang Shen with the 11th pick and Kawaii with the 15th pick.

Even if the deal from the Magic is successful, their two first-round picks are not enough to sign Tang Shen and Kawaii.

So next, the Pistons must continue to look for opportunities to trade draft picks up.

As for the 30th and 60th picks that the Pistons brought with them, they can be used to sign Jimmy Butler and the little assassin Thomas.

Under normal circumstances, these two people happen to be the 30th and 60th picks.

Although Jiba is hard according to the situation, this guy is only the 30th overall pick. This price/performance ratio is simply not too cost-effective.

"Mr. Dumas, let's talk to the Magic first and see if they are willing."

Dumas could only nod.

In the afternoon, the Magic gave an answer, the 19th pick can be given, but Dumars owes the Magic a favor on the Pistons side.

Listening to this condition seems like a child's play.

But in the small circle of the NBA, favors owed to others must be repaid after all.

Especially in terms of trading, once the Pistons have a plan to sell someone, the Magic must be the Pistons' first consideration.

Dumas agreed without saying a word.

Although my favor is not cheap, it is a good deal to get a first-round pick.

Of course, Baibian and Lowry are actually enough to attract Magic.

In Baibian, the Magic management saw the shadow of Howard when he was young.

Although his strength is far inferior to Howard's, Baibian is still young after all, and if he can practice well, the deal will be very profitable.

In fact, the magic deal is indeed not a loss.

A white edge plus a Lowry is ten times stronger than Howard's normal chips.

As for Duojia's 19th overall pick, it is dispensable for the current Magic.

They can't be that confident that they can draft a strong new star at such a pick.

If a strong new star is selected outside of the general lottery show, it is really like buying a lottery ticket.

Instead of gambling on luck, it is better to let Dumas owe a favor, which will definitely come in handy in the future.

The Pistons and the Magic have reached a deal, but because the trading market has not yet opened, this can only be regarded as a verbal agreement.

Even so, this verbal agreement does not mean that you can go back on it casually, and it still has a strong binding effect.

If you really dare to go back on your word, who would dare to do business with Magic in the future.

Or if they do business with Magic in the future, they can go back on their word.

That night, Li Xun went to Dumas's house again to discuss the next upward trade of draft picks.

Dumas felt that Li Xun ran to his house so diligently, did he have a crush on his daughter?

"Li, tell me the truth, do you have a crush on my daughter Aniya?"

Dumas asked with a serious face.

Li Xun was stunned, he never dreamed that Dumas would ask such a question.

He does know Aniya, but he has only seen him twice, and it was still at the team's home game.

To be reasonable, because Old Joe is one of the more handsome black players, his daughter Aniya is actually quite good-looking.

Of course, this also belongs to beauty in black aesthetics.

In her twenties, many NBA players are pursuing her.

Li Xun must not be aesthetically pleasing.

"Mr. Dumars, you really think too much. I really want to make good use of this year's draft."

"Don't you want to get this year's manager of the year?"

Li Xun said helplessly.

"Oh? What did you say about this year's draft?"

Dumas was a little disappointed. In fact, he was very happy to have Li Xun as his son-in-law.

I have seen too many NBA players who are not clean and self-conscious. In the eyes of Dumas, players like Li Xun are definitely the best candidates for his daughter to entrust her life.

"Of course there is an explanation!"

"In my opinion, this draft is simply not a draft year that belongs to the 96th and 03rd drafts."

"There are too many strong players, and there are also many excellent players in the key low picks."

"So the more draft picks, the better. You don't have to think too much about the pick. You only need to have the No. 14 and No. [-] picks. The more other picks, the better."

Of course, the No. 14 and No. [-] picks were used to sign Tang Shen and Kawaii.

"you sure?"

Dumars looked ecstatic. So, can the Pistons get a large number of super rookies this year?
That is definitely a happy event. In addition to getting Howard, he can also get a large number of super rookies, which is absolutely refreshing.

"Of course I'm sure, how can this kind of thing be a joke."

"The question now is how to get a lot of draft picks."

Li Xun said with a sad face.

Jiba and Little Assassin are sure to get it, and they still have the 19th and 22nd picks in their hands. If there is no way to trade up, then they can only choose Tobias Harris, semi Orc Farid or two of Bogdanovic's trio.

Although the strength of these three people is not bad, but each has its own flaws.

Bogda's offensive efficiency is good, not losing to those top small forwards at all, but his defense is terrible.

The defensive efficiency value is a bit eye-catching.

Faried is a good traditional insider, but he has no basket. Today, when the small ball era has begun, it is difficult for him to be a power forward.

As for Tobias, the statistics are pretty good, but he just doesn't have the feeling of a star. Judging from the number of [-] fans on his post bar, we know that this statement is absolutely true.

Even Ariza has more than 15 fans on the post bar.

In addition to the weaknesses of these three people that cannot be ignored, they certainly cannot be compared with Tang Shen and Kawaii in terms of style and grade.

Tang Shen and Curry have a bond, and Li Xun still wants to build a bond and continue to improve his strength.

And Kawhi's defense, together with Li Xun, will create the most terrifying perimeter defensive combination in NBA history, none of them.

At that time, the Magic's starting lineup for next season will be Howard, Li Xun, Leonard, Tang Shen and Curry.

Just ask if you are dreamy enough.

Dumars is also a headache, where to get a lot of draft picks.

"By the way, Li Xun, if you really want draft picks, there's nothing you can do about it."

"A lot of teams are interested in DeRozan, why not?"

Dumas looked at Li Xun after he finished speaking, he wanted to see Li Xun's expression.

After all, DeRozan is a player handpicked by Li Xun.

Li Xun frowned. He had thought about this too, and if he used DeRozan's words, he could indeed get a lot of draft picks.

At least two first-round picks.

As an important member of the two-time championship, DeRozan was even selected to the All-Star team this year.

A second-year All-Star player, a young core player of the championship, the value of this transaction can be imagined.

To be reasonable, even if you take DeRozan to exchange the No. [-] pick with the Cavaliers now, you have a complete chance.

You must know that the number one parallel imports are not without.

DeRozan is an All-Star player who has solidly proved himself, and his key immediate combat power is quite good.

It's a pity that Li Xun is not interested in the No. [-] pick. The team already has Curry, so it doesn't make sense to ask for Irving.

"Mr. Thomas, what kind of draft pick do you think DeRozan can get back?"

Li Xun asked softly.

"Isn't that just what we want? As long as we release the news, at least half of the teams in the league will have to call me overnight."

Dumas said confidently.

The reason why he is so confident is that DeRozan is special.

He's a freshman and doesn't take up cap space.

Therefore, weak teams can use him as the cornerstone of reconstruction, and strong teams can use him as the best means of reinforcement.

For example, the Heat, if they have a chance to win DeRozan, they are absolutely willing to pay any price.

DeRozan can play off the ball, and his shooting percentage is quite good, which is actually very good with James and Wade.

It's a pity that even if Dumars is out of his mind, it is impossible to sell DeRozan to the Heat.

If he really wants to do this, he will definitely become the most stupid general manager in NBA history.

"Okay, let's let the wind out, and I'll go talk to him."

Li Xun felt a little bit reluctant to give up DeRozan, but the Pistons will get a lot of forwards and guards in this draft, so selling DeRozan is not a random operation.

And DeRozan is now going to join some underdogs, which is actually more beneficial to him.

At least it will allow him to get more data, and it will be easier to get a maximum salary contract in the future.

Both championships have already been won, and DeRozan has a more perfect starting point than other players.

That night, Li Xun went to DeRozan's residence.

Because there will be a championship parade next, DeRozan will have to wait a few days before he can go on vacation.

"What? Boss, the team wants to trade me?"

"Boss, what am I not doing well enough?"

DeRozan looked shocked, he never thought that he would be put on the shelf.

Li Xun shook his head in embarrassment. If he hadn't had to, he really didn't want to trade DeRozan.

This guy has a very sensitive personality, so being traded out like this might deal a blow to his soul.

This is why Li Xun insisted on personally telling DeRozan the news.

"Man, there's nothing wrong with you."

"On the contrary, you are the most perfect shooting guard in my eyes."

"Next you will also start the third season of your career, and you are about to sign a contract."

"The current situation of the Pistons, you should be very clear, and you may not get the maximum salary by then."

"If you go to another team, with your strength, you will definitely not have this problem."

"Don't worry, I won't let you join those messy teams, I will definitely send you to a team that suits you."

Li Xun patiently explained to DeRozan.

De Luozan sighed, although he was unwilling to leave, what Li Xun said actually made sense.

Li Xun must have a maximum salary, and then Curry also has a maximum salary.

It is acceptable for a team to accommodate two maximum salaries, but once it accommodates three maximum salaries, it will be too difficult.

Is it the maximum salary for Curry or the maximum salary for DeRozan?DeRozan still feels that the management is more inclined to give Curry a maximum salary.

"Ok."

DeRozan can only helplessly accept this reality.

"However, boss, can you try to trade me to the Eastern Conference team, I still want to stay in the Eastern Conference."

"At least I can see you a few more times every season."

Li Xun immediately agreed. There are a lot of buyers in the east for sweets like DeRozan, so there is no need to sell them to the west.

At least the Nets and Raptors in the East, if they know that there is a chance to buy DeRozan, they will probably wake up from their dreams.

The Nets' current lineup is actually very good, but the team lacks a leader.

The UAE is very strong, but he has no leadership qualities.

Due to Daluo's injury this season, the Nets also failed to make the playoffs.

If DeRozan joins, this Nets will immediately have a qualitative improvement.

Daluo, UAE, muscle stick Corey Maggette, DeRozan plus blood cloth.

And the Raptors may dream of returning to DeRozan.

After getting Jordan, the Raptors' combat power has indeed undergone a qualitative change, but they also have a problem now, that is, the team's perimeter is not high enough.

Seeing that DeRozan played so well in the Pistons, they didn't regret it.

After all, Jordan's value is not inferior to DeRozan at all.

But if DeRozan can be bought back again, that would be too powerful, and the Raptors will have the opportunity to have a fist bump with the Heat or the Knicks.

Early the next morning, Dumars released the news that the Pistons were preparing to put DeRozan on the shelves.

This news directly caused the originally calm alliance to become turbulent.

Many team managements have been on vacation, and they all rushed back to a meeting to discuss the possibility of trading DeRozan.

Such an excellent opportunity, no one wants to miss it.

Not to mention those underdogs, even strong teams such as the Lakers, Spurs, Mavericks, Heat, Knicks, etc., are even more exciting.

The main reason is that Dumars explained that their Pistons only need draft picks.

This makes the transaction have a lot of room for manipulation, even a strong team can exchange for DeRozan by overdrafting the team's future.

(End of this chapter)