NBA: Start by torturing Jordan and add points to upgrade

Chapter 267 Four-party transaction! A draft night with major changes in the league!

On this day, Lin Tian spent a carefree day shopping in Washington. As for Bird, he went to call the Cavaliers to discuss a deal.

Bird even suspected that Webber had forgotten that tomorrow was the draft. Otherwise, why would he suddenly call Lin Tian with only one day left? It would be very difficult to negotiate such a big deal in such a short time. It takes a lot of work.

In particular, considering the Cavaliers' current salary structure and lineup status, this deal is likely to involve a third party to balance the salary and adjust the lineup.

It has to be said that Webber called Lin Tian to request a trade at this time, which really caused a big problem for Bird!

Well, just for Bird.

For such a shameless person like Lin Tian, ​​of course he spread his hands and became a hands-off shopkeeper, saying that the matter had nothing to do with him, and that he was not the kind of guy who would interfere with and affect the team's recruitment plan and trading strategy.

Well... When he answered the phone, Lin Tian swore that he wanted Webb. When Bird started working, Lin Tian swore that he was just a player and he would not be involved in management matters.

Bird really wanted to press Lin Tian's head on the floor of the hotel room and rub it back and forth, then add his feet, and finally pour ice cubes and hot water on Lin Tian's head!

Only in this way can Bird feel more comfortable.

But unfortunately, Bird couldn't beat Lin Tian. When Lin Tian said that he wanted to go out for a walk and see the customs of the capital, he couldn't help but curse a few words, and then continued to study trading strategies.

"Those things will make the team you belong to very angry, and they will give up training you, do you understand what I mean?"

"Can't sleep? Insomnia? Isn't it daytime right now?"

"I understand Brother Lin!"

"I don't hope." He shook his head without hesitation and said, "Although I rely on my parents at home and my friends when I go out, I don't like to go through the back door. If it works, it works, and if it doesn't, it doesn't work!"

Lin Tian gently closed the door again, then returned to his room and lay down.

Is it possible that this time around, I won't encounter any resistance, but I can practice, play and train well in the NBA and fully realize my talents?

"Lin, Brother Lin." A rough voice came over.

After thinking about the huge cost of transoceanic long-distance calls in this era, Lin Tian felt that this unfamiliar number should not be a scam call, and the cost was too high.

"I, it's me, Brother Lin, it's me!"

Therefore, the Cavaliers' management obviously wants draft picks more than All-Star players! The good news is that the Pacers don't have much else but draft picks!

"who are you?"

"He didn't sleep last night. With the current situation, he probably won't be able to sleep tonight either." Dayao muttered again.

Anyway, Lin Tian felt that it was really a pity!

"Brother Zhi, why can't you even speak? Come to me, I'll do it." A familiar voice came over, it was from Dayao!

"Hello, Brother Lin, are you busy?"

"Let's get down to business, are your salaries so high now? Are you just chatting on the phone over the sea?" Lin Tian muttered angrily. He had never been interested in chatting with men.

At the same time, Webber also has a player option, which means that he can jump out of the contract early in the summer of 2000 and become a free agent.

He was afraid that Bird would suffer a direct brain hemorrhage.

"Hello?"

Although even if he develops generally well and everything goes in the best direction, he will not be able to become a Nowitzki or All-Star player, but becoming a qualified starter, Lin Tian thinks it is no problem!

But this time, because of his own emergence, the attitude of the Basketball Association seems to be different.

"He is a man!" Lin Tian praised him briefly and then said: "With this sentence, I believe that you can definitely play a good role in the NBA! But the most important thing is that you must really be able to play here, not Leave in the middle of a fight, leave the team in the middle of a fight to participate in some crappy thing like the Military Games or the National Games!"

As for the Cavaliers, in addition to Kemp's big contract, they also have two not-so-small contracts in Wesley Person and Danny Perry. At the same time, they also have to This summer, center 'Big Z' Ilgauskas, who performed well, renewed his contract.

Lin Tian frowned and said something, because the person on the phone was obviously a man.

"Don't worry, you can definitely be selected! As far as I know, at least 4-5 NBA teams are interested in you." Lin Tian said directly: "They are very optimistic about you and think you can gain a foothold in the NBA and become a A qualified NBA player."

Lin Tian was still very particular. He didn't irritate Bird by saying something mean like "I'm still busy."

韦伯在99-00赛季的工资是1100万，他当年和子弹队签下的那份6年5700万的合同，还剩下2年2300万。

"Nothing's wrong, it's Brother Zhi, that is to say, he is going to participate in the NBA draft this year, but he is not sure, he is nervous! He has insomnia! So I want you to give him some advice!"

Lin Tian took a look and saw that it was an overseas international number.

"Are you Sister Chen?"

"Hello, yes, yes, it's me!"

"But I have to say that the pick will not be too high, because after all, you have not played in a truly high-level league. How much moisture your data has and how much it is worth, at least these NBA scouts and coaches have no idea. Bottom, so there is a high probability that you will be selected in the second round!"

Um? This beginning looks like a scam call!

In his previous life, due to various reasons and many unspeakable factors, he did not really gain a foothold in the NBA, nor could he truly realize all his talents!

Stop losses in time, reduce expenditures, reduce total wages, and at the worst, reduce wage expenditures in the next few years.

What he didn't expect was that as soon as he lay in bed, his phone rang again!

"Do you want to be chosen by us?"

Lin Tian went out to play until midnight. When he opened the door to Bird's room, he found that Bird was still on the phone and writing in the notebook in front of him with a pen. draw.

So he picked up the phone anyway.

And they are all very high quality, draft picks from the Raptors, the worst team at the bottom!

These two draft picks are worth a lot of money!

With Kemp's condition indescribable and obviously no possibility of recovery, the Cavaliers' gamble on the Twin Towers has obviously failed! Therefore, there is no doubt that they have only one purpose in trading Webber.

"Then let him answer the phone." Lin Tian thought about it and felt that he still had to give him a shot of encouragement to encourage him.

"Will you choose me, Brother Lin?" He hesitated for a moment and then asked again.

"Also, the NBA is not just about fighting and killing, he is also a wise man! So if someone can help you, don't refuse!" Lin Tian continued: "It's not shameful to be helped, it's shameful not to play well. , no matter which team you go to, I will definitely say hello and let them take care of you."

"But I have to say that we really won't choose you. You don't like to use the back door, and I don't like to be said to help others use the back door. But I believe that you will definitely be able to make your own way! You will definitely be Selected! Moreover, the pick must be higher than mine!"

"I understand, thank you Brother Lin!" He said excitedly: "With your words, I feel at ease! I will definitely work hard!"

"Okay, see you later. This year we will go to Fukuoka and conquer all of Asia! Then we will compete in the NBA together!"

"Okay Brother Lin!" Lin Tian said a few words, and he was really happy now. He just lacked confidence. Now, Lin Tian gave him confidence.

"Brother Lin, what about me?" Dayao, who is obviously more outgoing and has a more unrestrained personality, said: "Where do you think I can be selected?"

"You've beaten those America's favorites, the favorites for the No. 1 pick, and the top three picks to the point of vomiting blood. Where do you think you are ranked? It all depends on when you want to come!"

"My plan is to go next year or the year after that! I want to win a championship for the Magic City team, and I also want to hone my skills. I don't want to pass with half a bucket of water!" Dayao also said bluntly.

"No problem, just tell me when you want to come and I'll find someone to give you special training."

After hanging up the phone, Lin Tian lay on the bed. If these two guys could come to the NBA earlier to experience, they might really be stronger than they remembered in their previous lives!

So, maybe the Chinese national team can really compete for medals in the Olympics and World Championships, and win a few real world champions?

Well, he sounds very good! There's something going on!

After a night of silence, the next afternoon, Lin Tian and Bird, who obviously had dark circles under his eyes, came to the MCI Center in Washington, preparing to participate in the draft that started on time at 7:30 tonight!

On the way, Lin Tian saw Elton Brand, who was basically locked in as the No. 1 pick, so he was smiling and looking very proud of himself. He also saw Lamar Odom, who was idle and eating candies, and of course, Baron Davis without a beard.

These little guys were very respectful when they saw Lin Tian's attitude. After all, Lin Tian has become famous and is a true NBA superstar. They will still give him the respect he deserves.

The only exception, the most arrogant guy, is Steve Francis.

As soon as this guy saw Lin Tian, ​​he said that he wanted to beat Lin Tian, ​​saying that he was the best scoring point guard in the NBA.

Regarding Francis' arrogance, Lin Tian only said: "I wish you will be selected in second place."

Second place?

Just when Francis was about to laugh, he thought of which team was in second place.

Damn Vancouver Grizzlies!

Only a ghost would want to go to Canada!

Anyway, before the draft, Francis rejected all the Grizzlies' trial invitations and meeting requests. He made it very clear: If I don't go, it's up to you!

Francis hopes that he can be selected by the Clippers with the fourth overall pick, but if that is not possible, Charlotte with the third overall pick will do.

But Vancouver at No. 2? no! Absolutely not going!

Lin Tian's blessing is really bad!

Francis looked at Lin Tian's back as he staggered away, snorted coldly, then turned around and left.

In his heart, he already regards Lin Tian as his first enemy in the NBA!

No, the second one!

The first one is Brand, who obviously has no ability, but just relied on his background in a prestigious school to secure the No. 1 pick!

Why was a short insider selected before him?

Defeat Brand first, then Lin Tian!

"Steve Francis had a mood swing and dropped 50 experience points."

Oh?

Lin Tian blinked and almost stopped.

He was thinking that he might as well go to the area where rookies gathered to see if he could get more experience or other good things.

"Lin, hurry up, the draft starts in 40 minutes, and our deal hasn't been finalized yet! FUXX! I've never been bullied like this in my life. Damn it, it's all you! It's you! Active becomes passive, the Cavaliers say they will trade Chris Webber today no matter what!”

"I have never suffered such a big loss in my life! I still have to be patient and provide them with a high enough offer, and I have to help them solve the salary problem. Damn it, am I Captain America? So helpful to others. For fun?"

Bird cursed and withdrew his head from upstairs, presumably returning to the Pacers' draft office. Lin Tian saw that Bird was really crushed, so he simply followed Bird to the draft office. office.

Compared with the hundreds of experience points, it is more important to appease Bird's mood. If this guy really changes his mind and abandons the deal, Lin Tian will still suffer the loss!

After Lin Tian entered the office, he found that Bird had no time to listen to his comfort. This guy was making phone calls after phone calls. In 20 minutes, Lin Tian heard that Bird had contacted 7 balls. Team!

Obviously, Bird is making a big deal involving at least 3 teams, each getting what they need! According to the NBA's practice, the more active the party is in trading and the more it is seeking a deal, the easier it is to suffer a loss, and a higher price will be required to complete the deal.

As for the Cavaliers, although they claim that they will definitely trade Webber today, if they don't have the right chips, it's totally fine for them to let it go and take it slow. Anyway, there are still five full months in the offseason. , there is a lot of time to grind.

But for Bird, he is afraid that the Cavaliers will make the first move and send Webber to another team, then it will be too late.

A mile away, Bird really needs to be stabbed hard tonight!

As time progressed, there was not much that Lin Tian could do to help Bird at this time. He just waited.

Then, the time came and the draft started on time!

This year's No. 1 pick had a chance to rise again after only one year. The Bulls, who got the No. 1 pick, did not hesitate and selected Elton Brand from Duke University.

Then the Vancouver Grizzlies just didn’t believe in evil, they just didn’t believe that Francis would dare to risk his career and refuse them. After Francis refused to try out, meet, provide health reports, and refused all the Grizzlies’ requests, the Grizzlies still Choose Francis!

Then when the camera turned to Francis, the most unhappy and reluctant No. 2 pick in history was born. This guy knew what was important and didn’t sit still on the chair. Instead, he went on stage with a grimace. Wear a Grizzlies hat and take a photo with Stern.

But that's the limit of Francis. He pulled off his hat the moment the photo ended.

Then he ignored Stern and walked off the stage. Then during the interview, Francis directly declared war on the reporter's first question!

"Steve, congratulations on being selected with the second overall pick. How about saying hello to the Vancouver fans first?"

"Okay, hello Vancouver fans, you will never become my fans, because I will never go to Vancouver to report." Francis said arrogantly: "At worst, I will go to Europe or the American continental league to play. With my skills, I I won’t starve to death.”

"But I will never play for the Grizzlies for even one second in my life, period."

Francis' words really confused the reporter who interviewed him.

Who in the family understands?

Can you interview such a big star by conducting a rookie interview?

This is definitely the first time in NBA history that the second overall pick refused to report to the team during the draft.

Francis has gone down in history.

Lin Tian was watching the excitement here, and Bird next to him suddenly cursed loudly: "FUXX! Damn bastards! A group of devils who deserve to go to hell! FUXX! A group, no, a big pile of shit!" Stinky shit!”

Listening to Bird's continuous scolding, Lin Tian couldn't help but said: "Otherwise, forget it. If you really can't get it, forget it."

Lin Tian was really afraid that Bird would suffer a cerebral hemorrhage and die in this office. It was unnecessary, absolutely unnecessary!

"Forget it? Are you kidding me too?" Bird's eyes were a little red at this moment, and he was obviously confused: "I can't handle Chris Webber, I will resign on the spot tonight!"

After Bird finished speaking, he continued to lower his head, first took his notebook and kept writing and drawing, then picked up the phone and started talking to someone.

In the first round of the NBA draft, each team has 5 minutes to consider between each pick. In addition, Stern reads out the candidates, the rookies come on stage to wear hats and take photos, each pick takes about 7 minutes. time.

And from the time Bird was drafted as the second pick, he kept making phone calls, bargaining with people, and constantly negotiating, until Stern came on stage and announced that the Utah Jazz would use the 24th overall pick to select a player from Russia. Bird finally stopped working until Andrei Kirilenko.

"YES! FUXX! YES!" Bird shouted several times before looking at Lin Tiandao proudly: "The genius general manager has solved the problem of the century, and Indiana has recreated its dream lineup! This year's best general manager is still mine!"

Seeing Bird's proud look, Lin Tian knew that it must be done. He immediately served Bird a glass of water and said: "Tell me about it Larry, show your strength."

"It's too difficult, Lin! It's really too difficult!" Bird took a sip of water and said, "Everyone of them is staring at Vince, hoping that I will put Vince on the negotiating table. Hmph, it's ridiculous! How is this possible? He is definitely not for sale! I spend at least half of my time explaining Vince’s problems to people!”

"But the remaining chips we have are really not very satisfactory, but fortunately, we still have two first-round picks sent by the Toronto people. If we didn't have these two picks, I would definitely have to send Vince this time. You have to get out to get Chris.”

"Next is the issue of the third party, because the Cavaliers want to reduce the total salary, at least for the next two years, so I have to find a suitable third-party team! This damn third-party team, First of all, it can’t be some ghost place like Milwaukee or Minnesota.”

"I will not send my players to that kind of place! FUXX! I am really, damn, benevolent and righteous! In this way, my choices will be much smaller. You don't have to worry about how I negotiated. Anyway, after we’ve finally talked about it, I have to make a phone call with Rick.”

"Rick?" Lin Tian asked tentatively, feeling a little confident.

"Yes, Rick! He is our most important bargaining chip in this transaction!" Bird said: "But you know, he has never changed teams since he was selected. His entire career In Indiana, I have to explain to him, find him a suitable home, and give him enough protection!"

"Fortunately, I found it, and although Rick was very reluctant, he accepted my proposal and reached a consensus." At this point, Lin Tian knew that what Bird said before was just to show that he was awesome. The nonsense that X said, what he said next is the real highlight!

That is, the transaction details!

By this time, it was obvious that Bird was too lazy to show off any more and was anxious to show Lin Tian his achievements.

"Rick and I reached a sign-and-trade agreement. The team signed a two-year contract with Rick worth 1800 million, 1000+800."

"Then I gave him away with the 28th pick in this year's first round, the 37th pick in the second round, the Raptors' first-round picks next year and three years from now, and our own first- and second-round picks next year, and got Chris Webber makes $3 million a year."

"The New Jersey Nets got Rick, and then they sent out Kendall Gill, a quasi-star guard who ranked second in the league in steals last season and has two years left on his contract, with an annual salary of 560 million, and Kendall Gill, who has an annual salary of 480 million but still has a full 4 years left. Jim McElwain’s shitty $2000 million-a-year contract.”

"The Portland Trail Blazers received the 37th overall pick in this year's second round and our second round pick next year, took Jim McElwain's contract, and gave away their expiring contract with an annual salary of 375 million. Walter Williams.”

“Finally, it’s the Cleveland Cavaliers, who sent Chris Webber for our first-round picks this year and next year, the Raptors’ first-round picks next year and three years from now, as well as Kendall Gill and Walter Williams. Si.”

After talking about this complicated four-team trade in one breath, Bird let out a long sigh and said: "Damn it, do you know how difficult this four-party trade is? After a while, the Nets said that if they want to send Kendall Gill, they must also Gonna give Jim away on his bad contract.”

"The Cavaliers refused to accept Jim's contract and asked for a replacement because of the grievances between Jim and Kemp. In desperation, I had no choice but to bring in a fourth party and spend additional draft picks to help the Cavaliers find a good one. The forward and expiring contract also let the Trail Blazers eat Jim’s contract!”

"The Blazers are obviously not here to do good things. They got two second-round picks, but their goal is not to take advantage of this. Listen to them, they will make follow-up operations! After reaching the Western Conference Finals , they are obviously planning to make some big moves this year!”

"By the way, the most difficult thing to deal with is the Cavaliers, who have opened their mouths. Their asking price is getting higher and higher with the negotiations, because there is also a damn bastard Western Conference team that has also joined the negotiations and provided a very aggressive offer. As a bargaining chip, I had no choice but to get an extra first-round pick!"

"Lin, do you know now how difficult it is for me to reach this deal? I have to meet the requirements of all the buyers at the same time, and I have to bargain with them! But do you know what I am most proud of in this deal? I sent Rick to New York!”

"Okay, I know, New Jersey is New Jersey and New York is New York, but I prefer to call New Jersey New York. They are both the greater New York area, right? I know it's not important, but the important thing is that in northern New Jersey, It has the largest concentration of Dutch-Americans in the United States!”

"The people there speak Dutch, celebrate Dutch festivals, and have traditional Dutch customs. When I go there, Rick feels like he is back home! I sent him home, do you understand?"

Listening to Bird continuing to boast, Lin Tian was too lazy to listen any more.

Anyway, the entire four-party transaction has been smoothed out.

The Pacers were hemorrhaging a lot this time. In addition to sending away team hero Rick Schmitz, they also sent away a total of 2 second-round picks and 4 first-round picks! But getting Weber is definitely worth the money!

The Cavaliers received two expiring contracts. Gil is an excellent starter and Williams is also a high-quality role player. This transaction will allow the Cavaliers to save at least 2000 million U.S. dollars in the next few years and also obtain a large sum of money. Pen draft pick, they completely rebuilt.

When the team's leading big man Jason Williams suffered a serious injury and was likely to be out for the season, they got Schmitz, a championship big man, and gave away Jim with a garbage contract. At the same time, in a team with many Dutch descendants, In New Jersey, Schmitz's arrival can also help them gain extra attention and better ticket sales.

As for the Trail Blazers, they earned two second-round picks for nothing, because not long after the deal was concluded, they announced another deal that shocked the league. In this deal, they treated Jim as another Tim Tou sent him away.

At least on the surface, the four teams each get what they need and are enjoying themselves. It can be regarded as a big win-win deal!

But from Lin Tian’s perspective, there won’t be any suitable candidates selected in this year’s first round, and next year and three years from now will not be big draft years. Although the Raptors’ draft picks have a high probability of being picked, , but the greater probability is that they will not be able to select any powerful players!

The value of these first rounds is definitely less than the value of Chris Webber!

The addition of Webber will give the Pacers another truly safe, reliable, and stable top scoring and ball-holding point! His offensive ability, passing support ability and his gorgeous style of play will definitely become a brand new landscape in Indiana!

And the four-man offensive firepower network composed of Webb, Carter, Miller, and Lin Tian can definitely become the most terrifying, unstoppable, and gorgeous offensive combination in the NBA next season!

The Pacers are destined to be strong and good-looking next season!

To put it simply: the Pacers make money!

Soon, the league officially announced this huge four-party trade. Once the deal was announced, although it could not be called a shock to the entire league, many interested people quickly analyzed the strength and weakness of each team after the transaction and the prospects for next season. line-up.

After an analysis, many people came to the same conclusion.

That is, although it seems that the Pacers have hemorrhaged the most, sending away a large number of draft picks and the meritorious general Schmitz who has been with the team for 11 years, they have received the most talented and gorgeous top players in the entire league. Power forward Webber!

As long as Webb can return to the form he had with the Wizards two years ago, the Pacers will be the biggest winner in this transaction! Maybe even the only winner!

But after this deal, and with Jordan officially announcing his retirement, the Pacers have once again become the number one favorite for the Eastern Conference championship!

Their chances of starting over again next season and winning the championship will be greatly increased!

Less than 5 minutes after dealing with Webber, Webber called: "Lin! You did it! Haha, you did it! I know you can do it, Lin! I will train hard in the offseason and get back in shape." ! Next season, let’s shock the world together!”

The transactions that occurred in this year's draft are far more than this one, and there are actually quite a few shocking transactions.

For example, the Magic reached an agreement with the Suns and sent Anfernee Hardaway to Phoenix. At the same time, the Magic also sent away Nick Anderson, who had played for the team since its inception.

After being eliminated in the first round again, the Magic also sent away two of the team's absolute main players, officially starting their reconstruction!

The Suns formed a two-star backcourt combination of Kidd and Hardaway. Phoenix had high hopes for this combination. Before it took shape, Phoenix fans gave them a very domineering nickname.

'Super backcourt'!

In addition, also on the day of the draft, another team that was eliminated in the first round also began their reconstruction. The Rockets traded away Pippen, who only played with the team for one year, and sold him to the Western Conference this year. Finals, the Trail Blazers are determined to go further next year!

If coupled with the news that Olajuwon announced a few days ago that he will undergo ankle surgery and will be absent for at least 8 months to recover from his old injury, there is no doubt about the Rockets' goal for next season. It will be directed towards the No. pick!

While these transactions are popping up one after another, the draft has been proceeding in an orderly manner.

With the 36th pick in the second round, the Dallas Mavericks announced that they will select a center from China, roughly!

On the other side of the ocean, I was training worriedly while listening to the news. When I found out that I had actually been selected, I was so excited that I clenched my fists, nodded my head, and accepted the blessings from my teammates.

The team’s coach this year, Jiang Xingquan, did not hesitate to encourage him, saying that he should go to the United States to play hard and not to lose Chinese players.

I have to say, perhaps because of Lin Tian's appearance, China is no longer so resistant to players going to play in the NBA. The parent team has not imposed various bans and regulations on the NBA, and no one has even Let's go to the Universiade and National Games.

A lot of people expressed one thing about Roughly before the draft!

If you get selected, go for it! Make a name for yourself and come back!

The whole process was so smooth and easy, and it was completely beyond his expectations. He really didn't expect it to be so easy.

But if he roughly shared this matter with Lin Tian, ​​Lin Tian would be able to immediately analyze what was going on with him.

Roughly speaking, the parent team, that’s the military background!

Grandpa Lin Tian's old chief also came from the army.

He already supports Lin Tian, ​​and of course he will also support Lin Tian, ​​who also plays basketball.

Well, it's that simple.

Sometimes, for some things, just a few words from some people can solve all problems directly!

After roughly being selected, Bird curled his lips and said, "Your guy was taken away. I reserved a pick at No. 57 to help you get him."

"You kept the 57th pick because you were going to give him a consolation prize at the bottom, right?" Lin Tian rolled his eyes and said, "Why didn't you keep the 37th pick?"

"Because those damn bastards must pick the first pick." Bird spread his hands helplessly and said: "Come on, let's study who we choose with the 57th pick. Maybe we can pick another one." What if I picked a monster like you and fell to the second round?"

"Daydreaming." Lin Tian did not give Bird any face and scolded directly: "There is only one like me in the entire NBA history. It's better not to have any illusions! But when it comes to candidates, I actually have one."

As Lin Tian spoke, he took out a scouting report that had been prepared and handed it to Bird: "This guy has represented the Italian club team and the Argentine team and played several friendly matches with our national team."

"Our coaches and players all think he is extremely talented and very powerful! They think he is a talent that can be created."

"I don't know who to choose anyway, so I might as well choose him."

The friendly matches Lin Tian mentioned were of course nonsense. He had no connection with the country at all. Naturally, he didn't know which teams the team had played friendly matches with, and no one would worry about recommending rookies to Lin Tian.

But although it was a lie, Lin Tian was not worried at all.

Because Bird didn't know many Chinese people, he had no place to verify whether this matter was true or not.

It’s just the 57th pick in the second round, so what happens if the pick fails?

"Argentines?" Bird frowned and said, "Argentines can also play basketball? Don't they only know how to play football and dance tango? Is it possible that after we select him, he will only play basketball with his feet?"

"Put away your stereotypes. Not every Argentinian plays football, just like not every Chinese knows Kung Fu." Lin Tian waved his hand, saying that Bird's joke was not funny at all.

"But to be honest, I know a total of three Chinese people, Bruce Lee, Jack Cheng, and you. The three of you are indeed good at kung fu." Bird nodded seriously, and then took another look at the draft in his hand. After the report, I called the alliance.

"With the 57th pick, we choose Manu Ginobili, a shooting guard from Argentina who is currently playing in the Italian League!"

At this time, in another office not far from the Pacers' draft office, Popovich's eyes widened in disbelief. He was completely stunned as he watched the league's vice president come on stage to announce the Pacers' selection.

His rhythm was disrupted.

No, how is this possible?

How could anyone choose Ginobili?

A little-known player who has never even played in a FIBA ​​World Series, he did win the MVP in the Argentine domestic league and is the youngest scoring champion and MVP in the history of the Argentine league.

But this is the fucking Argentine Basketball League! What does it mean to win the MVP in the Argentine Basketball League? It’s almost the same as a person winning the MVP in the American College Table Tennis League!

Moreover, even though Ginobili has switched to the Italian League in the past two years, his performance in the league is not outstanding. He is even still playing as a substitute and does not average double figures in points per game!

Just such a person, such a guy that 99% of the people in the league don't even know he exists or whether he plays with his left hand or his right hand, is actually being robbed by someone?

Crazy!

Fortunately, it was Ginobili who was intercepted instead of Duncan. Although Popovich was very optimistic about Ginobili, he was only optimistic about it. He could not imagine Ginobili in the future. He can become an All-Star twice and become one of the greatest sixth men in NBA history.

If he could have predicted it, he would have spent more money and bought a higher pick to select Ginobili.

Instead of just spending a million.

Now, what Popovich thinks is that the 100th overall pick he just spent $58 million to buy from the Vancouver Grizzlies was completely wasted.

How about telling the people in Vancouver that the transaction is cancelled, and I won’t buy it?

(End of this chapter)