warrior godfather

Chapter 178 Andris, there is something I must tell you
April 1, Oakland.

The California cold current that is going south brings endless cold winds to the Bay Area, and large groups of water vapor pass through the sky, covering the whole city in thick fog, making Oakland's winter wet and cold.

Mark Twain once said:

"The coldest winter I've ever experienced is the summer in San Francisco."

The same is true for Oakland, which is adjacent to San Francisco. It is wet and cold in summer, and even worse in winter. Then it became dark.But Biedrins didn't seem to feel the cold at all. He drove his beloved Lamborghini happily to the Oracle Center from the mansion he bought for $80 last year.

Tonight, the Warriors will play against the Bobcats at home, and he will go to the arena to participate in training.

Biedrins' home is not far from the Oracle Center, and he soon came to the arena, parked his car, and walked into the training hall.

He came not too early or too late, and with 15 minutes to start training, the rookies in the team had already arrived and were warming up with bullfighting.

Curry leaned on the basketball hoop, watching Butler and Matthews play an American one-on-one, saw Biedrins walk in, and greeted him:

"Hey Andris, how many points are you going to score tonight?"

Biedrins laughed:

"That depends on how many balls you pass to me."

"Don't worry, I'll pass the ball to you as soon as I get a chance!" Curry made a back pass gesture.

"Haha, then I will definitely blow up the restricted area of ​​the Bobcats!" Biedrins also made a movement of catching the ball, and saluted Duncan with a big windmill on the spot.

He waved to Curry, whistled cheerfully, and walked quickly to the locker room to change.

After playing the Celtics last month, the Warriors played 14 games in this month and achieved a record of 8 wins and 6 losses, maintaining the sixth ranking in the Western Conference.

During this period, Biedrins's tactical status in the team suddenly soared, scoring and rebounding soared to 16.7 points and 13.5 rebounds, and even blocked shots rose to a terrifying average of 2.8 per game, second only to "Warcraft "Howard, attracting the attention of the outside world, put Biedrins in a good mood.

But the fly in the ointment is that some commentators and writers say that his statistics are of little help to the team. If it weren't for the Warriors concentrating too much on Biedrins and wasting a lot of opportunities, the Warriors could win more. With two victories, the ranking can rise to fifth in the West.

Biedrins is not happy to hear these words. The Warriors have faced many strong teams such as the Lakers, Suns, and Cavaliers this month, as well as playoff-level teams such as the Nuggets, Trail Blazers, and Hornets. How can they lose? Became his fault?He played strictly according to the tactics arranged by the coach.

Although he has indeed taken a little more shots during this period, reaching 14 times, second only to Curry's 17 times, and his hit rate has also dropped a lot compared to before, but Biedrins believes that this is only temporary, as long as the After he adapts for a while, he will be able to regain his efficiency and become an inside star while maintaining his current scoring.

No one wants to be a role player forever. Although Biedrins has been playing peacefully, he also dreams of becoming a star one day and signing a big contract. If the coach gives him a chance, he must firmly grasp it!

Biedrins hummed the brisk tunes of his hometown Latvia, changed his clothes, and came to the training ground. His teammates were also present, and the coaching staff stood in front of everyone.

Since the Warriors easily defeated the Hornets in the last game, Zhang Yu praised everyone's performance as usual, focusing on Biedrins' performance, briefly talked about the characteristics of the Bobcats, and then started training.

……

Because there are still games to be played in the evening, the training is over at 11:30 in the morning, and the players have an afternoon rest time to continue their physical fitness for the evening game.

Biedrins was also about to go home for lunch, but was stopped by Zhang Yu:

"Andris, come to my office."

Biedrins was a little surprised, but then nodded in response:
"Okay, I'll be right here."

He quickly went to the locker room to take a shower, got dressed, and came to Zhang Yu's office.

"Sit down." Zhang Yu sat on the sofa and smiled.

Biedrins sat down on the sofa opposite Zhang Yu, his face full of expectation.

He didn't notice that Zhang Yu's gaze was complicated, and he thought it was because of his outstanding performance this month that Zhang Yu would continue to entrust him with important tasks.

"Coach, what do you want from me?" Biedrins said slightly respectfully.

Unlike Curry and Butler, although Zhang Yu is only three years older than him, Biedrins pays great attention to Zhang Yu's identity, never jokes with him, and pays attention to his words.

After he entered the league, he played under the old Nelson, and the old Nelson was a man of one word and very authoritative on the team, which made Biedrins develop the habit of obeying.

Zhang Yu hesitated for a moment, then said slowly:

"Andris, there is something I must tell you...you are going to be traded."

"Uh...huh?" Biedrins's smile froze, two meaningless trills came out of his throat, and he looked at Zhang Yu in shock.

Zhang Yu secretly sighed:
"Yes... this matter is still being discussed, but it's just a difference in details. There is a high probability that it will be done. You are leaving the team."

The smile on Biedrins' face disappeared, he gradually calmed down from the shock, and said with some difficulty:

"I see... Can you tell me which team I was traded to?"

He stared straight at Zhang Yu, his voice was a little dry, and the respect in his eyes disappeared without a trace.

Zhang Yu smiled bitterly and said:
"It's the Bobcats... Larry was going to tell your agent about it, but I thought, I should have told you about it first, sorry."

Biedrins was silent for a moment, then slowly shook his head:

"You don't have to apologize to me. I had a great time this season, especially this month, although this should be for the Bobcats to inspect... Can you tell me the exact time to leave the team? I can prepare for the move."

"It depends on when we reach a deal with the Bobcats, but I don't think it will take ten days, maybe tomorrow, or maybe a week later." Zhang Yu explained.

Biedrins fell silent for the second time. He stayed for a while, then stood up slowly, walked directly to the door with some impoliteness, and said without any emotion:

"Don't worry, I will definitely play these games well. Thank you for telling me about this so that I can prepare myself."

Looking at Biedrins' tall back, Zhang Yu saw Biedrins struggling to get a position under the basket in his heart, and couldn't help but say:
"Andris, I made this trade not because your performance was not good enough, but because you didn't fit well with the team's plan. You are a very good player. Remember the way you play now, that is the best It fits your style of play, if you continue to play like this, you will definitely become a star!"

Biedrins paused, turned his head, and said in a muffled voice;

"Coach, thank you. I thought I would stay in the Warriors and cooperate with Stephen. Now it seems that I am too naive... I know that you are a good person like Coach Nelson. I agree with what you said. Remember, I will definitely play well. If there is nothing wrong, I will go first, there is still a game tonight, I have to rest."

Zhang Yu opened his mouth, but in the end he didn't say anything, just nodded and forced a smile:
"Rest well, I will arrange tactics for you tonight."

Biedrins bowed slightly to Zhang Yu, walked out of the office, and gently closed the door.

Zhang Yu stared blankly at the closed door, with mixed feelings in his heart.

Biedrins was the first player under him to be traded out by him, and he knew that Biedrins would not be the last. As Ron Adams said, the NBA is a business, and there is no warmth here.

He had stopped this deal just now, kept Biedrins, and let him continue to serve as the center of the Warriors, and just play like this, no matter what big center is.

But Zhang Yu is no longer a fan. He is the owner of the Warriors and needs to be responsible for all the players on the team.

It is impossible for him to choose another road with uncertain future instead of taking this road when he knows that there is a road to success.

Before crossing, he would only be an afterthought. If he didn't open his eyes after crossing, wouldn't he cross in vain?
He took a deep breath, put these thoughts behind him, picked up his cell phone, and called Larry Riley.

"boss."

"What did Rod Hawkins say? Is he satisfied with our conditions?" Zhang Yu asked.

Rod Hawkins is the general manager of the Bobcats. During this period, Larry Riley talked with him many times, but they failed to negotiate a deal for Tyson Chandler.

"He thought Tyson Chandler would be a better player than Andris when he came back fully from his injury, unlike giving a first-round pick, and according to him, it's not just us who want to be with the Bobcats. The trade, having a team compete with us, made him harden a lot," Larry Riley said.

Zhang Yu frowned slightly. He didn't expect Bobcats to be so difficult to deal with. A center forward who was nearly 28 years old and had potential injuries was so difficult to get.

He originally wanted to ask the Bobcats for a first-round pick in this deal, but now it seems a bit unrealistic.

"Boss, I think this is a way for Rod Hawkins to raise the price. Tyson Chandler is very old and has potential injuries. I don't think it will be such a coincidence that other teams will also want to trade him." Larry Riley said.

Zhang Yu pondered for a while, Larry Riley made sense, Tyson Chandler has come back, played eight games, averaged 22.8 minutes off the bench, 6.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game. His efficiency is not low, but anyone with a discerning eye can tell at a glance that his body is still affected by injuries, and he feels rusty when playing on the field.

Coupled with his 28-year-old age, it is generally believed that Tyson Chandler will go downhill in the future, and may even become a glass man.

But Zhang Yu knew that Tyson Chandler was sent to the Mavericks in a three-party deal after the end of this season, and then quickly became the defensive pillar of the Mavericks, supporting the Mavericks' inside line with his own strength. Entered the finals, defeated the Heat with all the Big Three, and won the first championship trophy in team history.

What Rod Hawkins said is not necessarily false. It is reasonable to say that the Mavericks would not contact the Bobcats so early, but with the existence of Zhang Yu, a butterfly, the NBA has undergone a lot of changes. Who knows the wings he flaps Did it affect the Mavericks and make them want to trade Tyson Chandler in advance.

Zhang Yu thought for a while and said:
"Long nights and dreams, we can reduce the condition to a second-round pick, and we must complete the deal with the Bobcats as soon as possible."

Larry Riley hesitated for a moment, then said:

"Boss, Tyson Chandler's recovery doesn't look very good, should we wait and see how he recovers?"

"No, we will complete this deal before the All-Stars!" Zhang Yu said firmly.

He clearly remembers that Jordan is about to join the Bobcats. The basketball god is so good at playing the game, and he is so hip when he manages the team. Zhang Yu doesn't want to deal with him. Who knows what tricks he will make? Come?
Moreover, Tyson Chandler's physical condition is gradually recovering, and his performance will only get better and better. With the Mavericks competing, he cannot give the Bobcats a chance to raise the price. Close transactions quickly.

Zhang Yu's attitude was firm, and Larry Riley could only follow his orders, and had a new round of confrontation with Rod Hawkins.

……

"Second round pick? Larry, Chandler is the No. [-] pick. He has proven himself in the playoffs, while Biedrins has only played two rounds of the playoffs and his performance is very average. I don't think we need to pay a lot. Second-round picks." In a hotel not far from the Oracle Center in Oakland, Rod Hawkins said with his mobile phone.

He came to Oakland with the team just to observe Biedrins' performance on the spot.

"Chandler is the No. 28 pick, but he's [-] years old, I don't see him having the potential to realize his talents, and he suffered a serious injury. Say what it means, and Biedrins is still very young, has great potential, and he has performed very well this season, and you guys are making money in this deal." Larry Riley said.

"In that case, why do you want to get Chandler?" Rod Hawkins asked rhetorically.

Larry Riley sighed helplessly:

"You know, I can't make the decision. My boss is very optimistic about Chandler. He stubbornly believes that Biedrins is not suitable for the development of the team. The Warriors need a big center, and he firmly believes that Chandler can recover from injury. Fully recovered from his illness and will turn into an iron man who will be the backbone of the Warriors' defense... Believe me, if Chandler's contract is not an expiring contract, I would rather resign than agree to this deal!"

Rod Hawkins said with emotion:

"Some people just like to intervene in the operation of the team... How about this, I will give you an answer in three days."

He empathizes with what Larry Riley said. Jordan is still the small owner of the Bobcats, but he likes to intervene in team operations, which annoys Rod Hawkins.

He pondered for a while, picked up his cell phone, and dialed the number of Mavericks general manager Nelson Jr.

(End of this chapter)