Coach: Coaching the Grizzlies at the beginning, playing the bantam

Chapter 205 Signing two All-Stars in a row?Luxurious big list!A group of old men and a group of rookies?
In early July, the NBA free market opened, and the 76ers instantly became a high-profile team in the league.

The 76ers officially announced in a high-profile manner that the team officially signed Lu Yong with a high salary of 1 million for one year, which once again broke the previous highest salary in history set by Lu Yong.

At the same time, Quinn Snyder, the assistant coach of the Supersonics last season, also signed the Philadelphia coaching staff. For a year, I waited for an opportunity to improve my popularity.

Snyder has long been impressed by Lu Yong's tactical talent. He firmly believes that the 76ers' record in the new season will not be too bad. As long as they reach the playoffs and attract enough attention, the value of his chief assistant coach will follow A rising tide lifts all boats.

Tony Brown received more attention than him in the Supersonics before, and he is undoubtedly the first assistant coach in the 76ers, which is very good for future development.

It is worth mentioning that Tony Brown was poached by his former club, the Memphis Grizzlies, with a high salary in the summer. He will replace Lionel Hollins as the head coach of the Grizzlies in the new season.

As for the Supersonics coach position, Brooks, the veteran assistant coach who has played for the team for many years, is the oldest person on the Supersonics coaching staff. He joined the team earlier than Lu Yong, and now he has finally been reused.

So far, two of Lu Yong's assistant coaches last season have become head coaches, and Quinn Snyder will definitely leave him in the future to start his own business. One step closer.

On the morning of the same day, the 76ers held a press conference in the arena after announcing the news of the signing.

Iverson, general manager Ed and a group of managements came to the scene to welcome Lu Yong to Philadelphia.

Although Lu Yong only signed a one-year contract with the team, the next season is crucial to the 76ers. No one wants to offend Lu Yong, the champion coach, at this juncture.

The owner of the 76ers, Joshua Harris, also came to the scene to express his welcome to the team's new coach. After the opening of the press conference, Harris simply said a few words and then backed down. He knew who was the protagonist today.

A reporter asked: "Lu, can you tell me why you left the Sonics in the summer? Is there a conflict with the team management?"

Usually champion coaches seldom make the decision to voluntarily change jobs. Apart from unreconcilable conflicts within the management, the media really can't think of a reason for Lu Yong to leave Seattle.

"No, of course not. My relationship with everyone in the Supersonics is very good. We have always been friends in private, and even had a breakup meal together. It's just that I have greater pursuits and ambitions. In recent years, I have devoted myself to developing the tourism industry. The Seattle ball market is limited, it is difficult to support me one step further, leaving is a difficult decision, but it is time for everyone to say goodbye." Lu Yong laughed.

The reporter asked again: "Can you tell me why you chose to join the Philadelphia 76ers during the offseason?"

"Honestly, man, Philly wasn't my first choice. It's just that Allen approached me with sincerity in the summer. I hope we can join forces in the new season and help him end his 15-year career in a decent way." years of career."

Lu Yong did not shy away from revealing the reason why he joined Philadelphia. If it wasn’t for Iverson’s retirement tour, he would have no affection for this city. The next stop in his mind would be the New York Knicks, after all, there is the best player in the league. Huge fan market, and the most luxurious school district in the United States
Lu Yong continued: "Another reason is that I want to challenge my limits. The 76ers only ranked 11th in the Eastern Conference last season. If I can help the 76ers reach the playoffs, it will definitely be a great sense of accomplishment." things."

Another reporter asked: "Are you confident that the 76ers will be better in the new season?"

"Of course, this is exactly the purpose of my joining the 76ers. In the new season, we will be a brand-new eastern team." Lu Yong shrugged slightly.

A reporter from New York asked: "You picked Isaiah Thomas, who is only 1 meters tall, in this year's draft. Can he make a name for himself in the NBA?"

"I am optimistic about his potential. He may be selected as an All-Star in the future. Although it is true that his short height is a disadvantage in the NBA, some people will always be surprised." Lu Yong smiled.

Thomas University Jr. played for three years before participating in the draft. Now he is only small, but looking at the 11th draft, he is a serious and older rookie.

Playing in a different environment will definitely change his career, but Lu Yong still believes that Thomas Jr. will become a member of the All-Stars in the future. After all, no player who can break into the top three of the MVP list in his peak season is a coward, "a certain emperor" Except for Embiid.

A local reporter asked: "Can you talk about the deal with the Celtics not long ago? Did you mean Kevin joined or did it come from the management?"

"This is a decision we have discussed together. Kevin is a very good player. He not only has rich game experience, but also is the strongest defensive power forward in the league. The team has reason to believe that Kevin's joining will change Everything, he will make the team's defense better in the new season." Lu Yong said.

The deal for Garnett was naturally Lu Yong's proposal, but the 76ers' management did discuss it for a long time before giving him an answer, so it's not nonsense to say so.

The reporter asked again: "What is the goal of the 76ers for the new season?"

Lu Yong thought for a while, then smiled and said, "To reach the playoffs, this is the lowest goal in my heart."

There is nothing bright about this answer, but Lu Yong is currently crossing the river by feeling the stones, so naturally he can't talk too much in front of the media.Achieving the championship is the ultimate goal in his heart, but before the official start of the regular season, he has to see if the team's signings in July go well.

After the press conference, the reporters who were waiting for Lu Yong to speak out were a little disappointed, as if it was a fucking thing not to hear the five words "sword refers to the championship" from his mouth.

Lu Yong is not an idiot who is easy to get angry. Shouting the slogan of swordsmanship now will not benefit the 76ers at all. Although it will make the 76ers the focus of the league, it will also instill tremendous pressure on the players under them. .

It's easy to talk about winning, but once he loses, his and Iverson's reputation will be affected. The 76ers have not yet reached the stage of being arrogant.

In fact, Lu Yong not only does not want to be too arrogant in the new season, but also plans to let Iverson sell miserably in front of the media, and talk more about his inspirational topics of overcoming injuries and realizing the dream of a veteran. The main focus is on the tragic hero. set up.

Iverson has accumulated a lot of fans over the years. The fans have long been accustomed to him saving the team like a lonely hero. Even if he scored 40 points in a single game, it is reasonable and cannot raise too many topics.

But if in the new season he portrays Iverson as a tragic hero who is an inspirational veteran, the fans will be more tolerant of Iverson and the 76ers. There are fans who solve it for him.

Kobe, Carter, Nowitzki, Wade and others are all good examples. Don't be brave when you get old, and go another way. With Iverson's current popularity, he is still the top player in this league.

Lu Yong discussed this topic with Iverson a long time ago. Xiao Ai thought it was a bit fucked up at first, but it sounds like it's pretty good?

On July 7, after Lu Yong announced to join the 3ers, the team's signing in the free market went very smoothly.

Yi Jianlian, Dalembert, and Vujacic all expressed their willingness to join and are currently signing contracts with the team.

The salaries of Yi Jianlian and Vujacic are both around 300 million US dollars, and the contract lasts for one year. "Black Devil" Dai Rumbert is worth a little more, and signed a full middle-class salary with a guaranteed salary of more than 550 million for a period of two years.

In addition, the number of veterans who have recently recommended themselves to the 76ers management has also increased significantly.

This group of people came here for Lu Yong. Lu Yong's ability to turn decay into magic has spread throughout the league. Veterans who have played under him generally rejuvenate their careers. Last season's O'Neal and Dayao are Excellent example, no veteran player can resist this temptation.

After taking over the list of self-recommended free agents from general manager Ed, Lu Yong immediately fell in love with veteran Peja Stojakovic, allowing the management to finalize the contract as soon as possible.

Peja Stojakovic is 2 meters tall and weighs 06 kilograms. He can play both small forward and power forward positions. He is one of the players with the highest three-point production in NBA history.

As of the end of last season, Stojakovic has made a total of 1760 three-pointers in his career. His career shooting percentage and three-point shooting percentage are 45% and 40.1%, respectively, and his free throw percentage is as high as 89.5%. , he and Steve Nash are the only players in the NBA ranked in the top 25 in free throw and three-point percentage.

Peja was selected by the Kings with the 96th overall pick in the first round of 14. He has played in the league for 13 seasons. He has rich experience and stable three-point shooting.

他巅峰赛季在国王轰下过场均24.2分6.3篮板2.1助攻和1.3次抢断，三分球命中率43.3%。上赛季佩贾在小牛场均打20.2分钟，得到8.6分2.6篮板1助攻，三分球命中率41.9%。

Although Peja considered retiring during the offseason, his current competitive state is still good. Joining the 76ers with a basic salary as a veteran will play a huge role and will become an outside sharp knife in the second team.

The best thing about Peja is his shooting. He once hit 10 three-pointers in a single game, and his efficiency of 13 of 10 is astonishingly high, with a shooting percentage as high as 76.9%.

Lu Yong just recommended Vujacic, the "sharp shooter" to the team not long ago, and now Peja is willing to join the team with a basic salary, so that the 76ers will have top-notch shooters on the guard and front line, which will enrich the tactics of the 76ers' second team system.

The combination of the two reminded Lu Yong of Gary Neal and Taylor Tovic when coaching the Sonics, and he felt very comfortable.

Lu Yong carefully selected the last position on the roster, and finally made an offer for the "General" Arenas. The two sides quickly reached a verbal agreement, and only waited for Arenas to come to Philadelphia to officially sign the contract.

In the middle of last season, in order to provide a better growth environment for the No. [-] pick Langwall, the Wizards traded Arenas, whose competitive state had seriously declined, to the Magic and Lewis, another junk contract.

The "General" who was airborne in Orlando showed obvious dissatisfaction. He played 49 games for the Magic and averaged 8 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists and 1 steal per game.

During the offseason, the Magic management reached a buyout with Arenas. Now the "general" who is full of negative energy only wants a basic salary contract, and he doesn't want to leave the league early.

Although the 76ers have reinforced Thomas Jr. at the No. [-] position, he is the only substitute. Arenas still has fuel in his tank. Even if it is less than half of his peak, he is enough to be a bench bandit.

After all, the "General" at his peak was against Kobe Bryant. He averaged 29.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 2 steals per game in a single season. Being selected for the best team is as simple as drinking water and eating.

Lu Yongxiang fell in love with Arenas' ability to play singles with the ball. After the sixth man Lu Wei left the team, the 76ers need this type of player in the new season to improve the depth of the lineup.

As for Arenas' cancerous properties, Lu Yong is not worried.

With the bandit leader Allen Iverson, the old general can't make any waves, and the eight gangsters are all younger brothers.

If Arenas, who has been reduced to no ball to play, doesn't have a long memory and is fooling around, Lu Yong will cut him at worst and sign him after he makes room.

With no worries, Lu Yong is confident to help Arenas regain his confidence and turn him into a qualified bench bandit.

So far, under Lu Yong's single-handed planning, the 76ers quickly filled the 15-man roster for the new season.

Center: Brand, Vucevic, Dalembert.

Power Forward: Garnett, Yi Jianlian, Spencer Hawes.

Small forwards: Andre Iguodala, Peja Stojakovic, Nocioni.

Shooting guard: Iverson, Vujacic, Meeks.

Point guard: Jrue Holiday, Arenas, Thomas,

Lu Yong is very satisfied with this lineup of new and old combinations. Looking at this roster from the perspective of someone who has experienced it, it is simply a blinding series.

It is a pity that these All-Stars are either fledgling rookies or desperate veterans. Only Jrue Holiday and Iguodala can really be regarded as playing in their prime.

Even Iverson, Garnett and "Captain" Brand are out-and-out veterans, and it is unknown how much of their strength they will be able to display in the new season.

Fortunately, the defensive ability of the 76ers' lineup is good, it can achieve both offense and defense in the true sense, and it includes various styles for the coach to match.

Holiday is good at playing with opponent stars, can make sudden shots and defend, and has almost no weaknesses.

Iverson is good at breaking through with the ball. Even if his athletic ability declines, he can still play a decisive role at critical moments.

Not to mention Iguodala, a proper all-around fighter, even made 34% of his three-pointers last season, a high imitation version of LeBron James.

Garnett is good at high jump shots and defense, with his own system to help his teammates, and the combination of offense and defense is trustworthy.

Brand is good at low-post singles. The name of "nuclear weapon in the restricted area" is not blown out, and his singles ability is not bad.

There are more types of players that Lu Yong can use on the bench, such as bench gangsters, sharpshooters, high-position forts, and blue-collar frame protectors. As long as they are in place, making it to the playoffs is not a problem at all.

The only role of the 76ers is the Argentine striker Nocioni. As a swingman in the third and fourth positions, his shooting is not as good as Peja, his athletic ability is not as good as that of the Arab League, and his defense is still so-so. In the new season, there is a high probability that he can only watch the drinking fountains.

Looking at the "luxury lineup" he formed during the offseason, Lu Yong felt a sense of accomplishment in his heart. He believed that the new season of the 76ers with the old man and the rookie will surprise everyone!
(End of this chapter)