845. The Completely Changed Direction of the NBA (3rd Update 5.5K)
After Sun Ce's live broadcast, a long time has passed.
No matter how hot things are, there will always be a day when the heat will drop down, if Sun Ce leaves the team, there will be a hype gimmick, but Sun Ce stays in the team, and Sun Ce's popularity here will soon drop down.
The heat of the finals has also picked up, and at this time, some fans found that Nowitzki is really awesome, and his state has continued to the finals!
In other words, the ability to harvest the game at a critical moment has continued from the last two games of the first round to the finals, a real god-level performance!
It's just that Sun Ce's popularity has dropped, and James has been ridiculed for two more days, but there are also black fans who shout "Don't say too early for the Grizzlies", but with the Mavericks leading 3-0 on May 7, there are not too many people spraying James to leave the team, but spraying James and still not winning the championship.
At this time, Kobe Bryant also jumped out and intervened: "If I don't retire, James will never win the championship." ”
Kobe Bryant was eliminated and ran out to say this, and people were confused.
In addition to these people who have risen and fallen in heat, there is one person who has become popular and has never lowered the heat.
Houston mayoral candidate Darrell Morey was the only victim after Sun Ce's live show.
On James's side, it is only a matter of time before he is sprayed, as long as the Heat team does not win the championship this year, he will be sprayed until he wins the championship next time, sooner or later.
Sun Ce tossed for a long time, and finally stayed, no, but was praised for a wave of bold words, although there were contradictory ones, but after James promised not to leave Cleveland but was hacked by the whole network after leaving, Sun Ce dared to say such a thing, and some people praised him.
Obviously, this was a "deliberate" decision after many meetings.
But Morey ...... Miserable!
Someone has investigated whether Sun Ce has a grudge against Morey, but the result of the investigation is that Sun Ce has never spoken to Morey since he came to the United States, let alone a grudge, and his activities during his freshman year were basically concentrated in Arizona, and after entering the NBA, Sun Ce's exposure rate was high, and he never heard that he had a relationship with the Rockets, let alone a grudge with Morey.
If you have to say that it has a relationship, it is that Yao Ming used to be a Rockets player.
But in Sun Ce's mouth, he has a good impression of that city precisely because Yao Ming used to play in the Rockets.
To sum up, Sun Ce didn't have any need to rectify Morey, so Sun Ce was really "sensitive".
The point is, Morey is really running for mayor of Houston, and it is the fame of his years with the Rockets that he is running for ......
Morey couldn't argue, he said that no one believed it, and if he did, no one would pay attention to it, he couldn't understand why Sun Ce wanted to fix him, they only talked for 10 minutes in their lives!
According to sources, in order to save Sun Ce's heart, Team Rocket owner Alexander is already preparing to change the general manager, not to consider, but to start preparing.
As for Morey's candidacy for mayor...... The approval rating was low, and now Morey is afraid to go out in Houston.
The opportunity to get a 21-year-old MVP was ruined by Morey, and even Houston has fanatical fans......
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Sun Ce's side, he will not respond to this matter again, after confirming the contract renewal, he began to stay at home, the arena at home was renovated and put into use, and he practiced three points at home, he wanted to practice the best three points in the left bottom corner before the shutdown started, and he could shoot 40 in 50 shots in training.
The time quickly came on May 9, and the Mavericks defeated the Heat 109-95 away, swept the opponent 4-0, and won the championship.
With more than seven minutes left in Game 3 and the Mavericks leading by 15 points, the fans were a third of the way out.
This time, after halftime, the Heat's confidence collapsed, and after losing by almost 20 points in the second half, the seats were half empty in the second half.
swept to win the championship, and the Mavericks became the third team to sweep their opponents to win the championship in the new century.
Nowitzki won the 10-11 Finals MVP with an average of 27 points and 7 rebounds per game and 12.5 points per game in the final quarter.
Yao Ming stood in the middle of the Mavericks crowd and lifted the O'Brien Cup, bringing the season to a close.
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"I was really blinded by you, the Heat team was actually swept, and James only averaged 17+7+6 per game? He couldn't beat Barria and Kidd in a low position? How the hell is this fought? Randolph complained and took out 100 US dollars and handed it to Sun Ce.
Sun Ce took the 100 US knife and stuffed it into his pocket, for fear of being snatched back: "We were almost swept, how could the Heat team win the Heat team." ”
From Randolph's judgment, he felt that the Heat team was better than their Grizzlies, of course, it was not necessary to say that it was not necessary when they played each other, unless Sun Ce broke out, otherwise their Grizzlies would not have the certainty of winning against the Heat.
And the Heat's style of play is really easier to win than their Grizzlies, they have two superstars, Wade and James, and All-Stars like Bosh, and the lineup is also built around James.
Randolph hoped that the group of players who entered the NBA in the 90s would be eliminated from the front line of the league as soon as possible, so he supported the Heat and made a bet with Sun Ce, who said that the Heat would definitely lose and bet 100 US dollars.
Then Sun Ce earned 100 US dollars during his unpaid vacation, which is beautiful.
Tonight, several Grizzlies players gathered at the arena for the final game of the finals, and the owner also ran back, went out for a trip, and came back with things already done and in a happy mood.
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After watching the game, Sun Ce said goodbye to his teammates, and some were ready to go on vacation, such as Randolph and Battier; Some are ready to start training right away, such as Paul George, Gasol Jr.; Some of them went back to China to play Asian games, but only Yi Jianlian ......
Sun Ce came to the boss's office.
Robert Pera saw that Sun Ce was coming, and handed the contract to Sun Ce, not Sun Ce's contract extension, that Bill Duffy is still negotiating the details with the Grizzlies management, after all, the new rules have to come out after the collective bargaining agreement is reached, and it is even more troublesome to negotiate at this time, and it is necessary to think of all the unpredictable factors that can be predicted, and add the forward line that Sun Ce's side needs to avoid into the oral renewal.
"Lord, the contract has been drawn up, from today onwards, Tim will not be our team's assistant coach, we will only try to make him our assistant coach after the start of the regular season next season, this is the summer trainer you asked us to help you find, you have to pay the salary yourself, 50,000 yuan a month, a total of 3 months contract." Robert Pera said seriously.
"Thank you, Robert." Sun Ce took the new contract painfully.
Because there is a bonus to practicing three-point shooting with Tim Hardaway, and Tim Hardaway is indeed the most suitable person to teach him three points among the people he knows, more suitable than Curry and Nash, this is a professional master of practicing three-point shooting from scratch, so Sun Ce needs to train with Tim Hardaway in the summer, but Tim Hardaway was hired by the Grizzlies as an assistant coach, so he can only discuss with the boss, and the boss naturally agrees, train hard in the summer, what a good child.
It's just that it hurts for Sun Ce, 50,000 US dollars a month! Originally, this money didn't have to be paid, and it was all to blame for the shutdown!
"It's a small thing, my lord, I want to tell you first, we're definitely going to change our lineup this year, you should be able to understand it, right?" Robert Pera gets vaccinated first.
"I know, this is the NBA, haven't I been traded." Sun Ce said and smiled.
"I don't think we can trade you, the way you want to renew your contract ......," Robert Pera said with a wry smile.
"That's characteristic, isn't it? We're the most special team and we have to be a special team. Sun Ce felt very excited when he thought of that way to renew the contract.
"yes, cool, will you be in the next draft tryout?"
"No, if we meet again, it may be time to sign a contract at the end of the shutdown, and then I want to stay away from the NBA and train well, so as not to affect my mood by who you trade."
"OK, see you next season!"
"See you next season ......"
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Fast forward to mid-June, and this past week, Nowitzki's playoff performance this season was celebrated.
The four veterans of Kidd, Yao Ming, Marion, and Jason Terry finally got a championship ring, and the Mavericks can have the strength not to lose to any team in regular time, all thanks to these four leading the team and the excellent play of role players.
Otherwise, even if Nowitzki is a day, it is unlikely that he will sweep the Heat.
The Mavericks are finally in the spotlight of the fans, and at a time when the Mavericks are in the spotlight, there is an undercurrent in the league.
June 16, Office of the President of the ATT Center in San Antonio.
"Swap George for a rookie who can't shoot? You are crazy! Popovich looked at Buford's draft plan and was furious.
He also thought that Buford could use a draft pick at the end of the first round to find the next player like Parker like in 2001, but his own point guard line was weak, Iverson left, leaving only Parker and George Hill, but Buford actually proposed to exchange George Hill for a first-round pick of about 10.
George Hill's value, which would take a 6 to 10 pick in a normal draft year.
"Greg, he's good, even though he's ...... right now Nothing, but we have England and we can get him to shoot and he can do it, but I found out that he didn't have the right hand, and when he missed, he was actually very stable, he was very talented, and I think he would be the core of our future like Tony and Manu. Buford explained.
"OK, I believe in your vision, but I still can't accept trading George like this, and we need instant combat power, you say he can't do anything, do you think he can practice in a few years? 3 years? 5 years? We're going to win next season and Thiem can't afford to wait. Popovich said.
Hearing this, Buford also had a headache, he really didn't expect that after Popovich played a brisk offense, he could make the team look new, it was not as simple as a new life, it was simply a transformation.
But even so, Buford didn't want to miss Leonard, George Hill is worth a lot of money, and it's true that he is worth 6 to 10 picks in a regular draft year, but he firmly believes that guy is worth the top three picks in a draft year!
Buford saw that Popovich was not happy, he was ready, even if he quarreled with Popovich later, he had to go to some teams to negotiate this matter first, he was the general manager, he had decision-making power, and he could directly submit to the league for a trade.
In fact, he has already contacted the Warriors, Jazz, and Pacers, who need point guards.
Just as Buford was about to leave Popovich's office, Popovich suddenly said: "The draft is always gambling, but we can't afford to bet now, I think the talent you fancy is that talent, if we develop him as a core forward, how many years does it take him to average 20 points per game?" ”
"How long will it take...... Buford said after reflecting on the team's analysis of the team's shooting assistant coach England, "it could be four or five years." ”
"We can't afford to wait for 5 years, 4 years." Popovich said and shook his head, at this point, the devil knew that Duncan was so useful.
For some reason, Popovich was more resistant to trading a rookie than in the original time and space to come back and slowly cultivate, he saw that Buford did not speak and did not leave, he suddenly smiled lightly and said: "In fact, if you need a core forward player, we now have the opportunity to get a player who can average 20+ per game immediately, do you want to know?" ”
"Who? Who's going to come to us......" Buford replied naturally, and immediately shut up.
He was doing a psychological struggle just now, and just when the idea of "I have to choose that guy back" took over, he was suddenly interrupted, so he came out of his heart.
Popovich almost died of anger when he heard Buford's words, and after relenting, he said a name: "Rudy Gay." ”
Hearing this, Buford stared at Popovich for a long time and said, "Greg, don't worry, I will keep George, I'll think of other ways, don't be confused." ”
"You think it's impossible?" Popovich smirked.
"How is that possible! What do we get in exchange? What can they look at us? Unless you are traded as a bargaining chip. Buford complained.
"It's a good idea, Richard, as long as their boss and our boss are willing." Popovich teased.
"Greg, don't tease me, don't worry, I'll leave George behind, don't scare me with this crazy thing." Buford complained that he was powerless.
"Richard, you're a great draft pick and have a great eye, but you don't understand what players really think, and you don't understand the characteristics of each team, it's as bad as you play and I can play in the NBA." For the first time since the start of this year's playoffs, Popovich is so happy.
"You mean really?" Buford asked, stunned.
Popovich said: "I don't believe you go and get the news that we want to get Rudy Gay, and in two days, we'll trade the Grizzlies, and remember, we have to let Gay know that we really want him." ”
As early as the All-Star Weekend, Popovich heard that Guy admired their current system, but Guy was injured at the time, and his news didn't make any waves.
"I'll get to work right away!" Buford immediately left Popovich's office and immediately began operations.
To get Guy, who would bet on Lena's talent?
Just like when the Spurs wanted to sign with the Nets and then trade to Parker or Ginobili for Kidd, the strength that can be seen is the best talent!
Buford wants to trade draft picks to pick that player, but he just doesn't want to let go of the talent he sees.
In terms of talent, how many of the young players can have the talent of Guy? This is the talent who was known as the most talent-like Maddie in the draft, averaging 20 points per game in his sophomore year!
The key is that the character is still very good, not greedy for merit, willing to give up power, all of this is too suitable for them Spurs.
As for Leonard, it also looks like he's talented, but at this stage...... Who knows if the talent can be developed?
A genius who can develop a talent is always more tempting than the unknown without opening his eyes.
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"Okay, lord, let's practice three points here today, you continue to strengthen your mid-range shot, you can't be limited to the right side of the three-second zone, with your size advantage, although the shooting area is not very limited, but if you shoot on the left side, it will be easier to find the angle, after all, you are right-handed."
"Got it, I'll practice! When the technical training is over, do you want to practice aerobic with me? Tim, you've lost weight instead. ”
"I don't! You think I'm like you! Monster-like recovery ......"
Tim Hardaway went to rest, and Sun Ce slowed down and began to practice mid-range shooting.
In the past week, Sun Ce has been practicing three-point practice to the point of vomiting, always a little bit closer, today again with Tim Hardaway to set up a three-point shot, Tim Hardaway made 37 50 shots, Sun Ce this time more than Tim Hardaway thrown, 38 shots.
But it's still a little bit, Sun Ce feels that Tim Hardaway has recognized his progress in three points, but the incident of learning machine has not been completed, and 40 is 40.
Today, Sun Ce threw 38, which was the most accurate time for Sun Ce to throw a single 50 throw after starting to train together on the 12th.
Sun Ce felt that he still had to work hard!
Tim Hardaway didn't let Sun Ce only practice three points every day, and the mid-range shot should practice more or more, which is the most suitable position for Sun Ce.
It's just that watching Sun Ce go from the amazingly bad three-point at the beginning of the season, from changing the shooting hand, changing the shooting point, and changing the arc...... And it was only started in the middle of the season, and now the Grizzlies have only been around for less than a month after the season, and they can shoot 38 of 50 three-pointers in practice.
Tim Hardaway didn't know what he was doing before he was reimbursed early in his career, and it wasn't that he didn't practice his three-point shooting at that time, but he didn't have the energy to practice more, after all, there were so many skills to strengthen in the early part of his career......
But Sun Ce, in just a few months, he has practiced like this, this is the prototype that he took three years to polish!
He didn't really start practicing that year!
Tim Hardaway feels that the world is so unfair, and the gap between people is too big.
After waiting for Sun Ce to finish practicing mid-range shooting, Tim Hardaway also had to serve as Sun Ce's personal trainer and accompany Sun Ce to practice aerobic and anaerobic.
From June 12th to September 12th, Tim Hardaway is an employee of Sun Ce, with a salary of 50,000 US dollars per month, and Tim Hardaway is still very happy.
Because collective bargaining is unlikely to be negotiated so quickly, many teams have begun to fire stadium staff, assistant coaches, and even head coaches.
These employees are a little different from the players, their salaries are mainly weekly salaries, and they are paid 50 weeks a year, after all, when the players are resting, they still have to work.
Tim Hardaway was worried that he would not get a contract extension with the Grizzlies so soon, and he was still worried about how to make money in the next few months, but Sun Ce wanted to hire him as a personal trainer, 50,000 US dollars a month, which was almost worse than his salary as an assistant coach, and decisively agreed.
After Sun Ce practiced the training required by the Nash training method, Tim Hardaway finally got off work, and Sun Ce got the training done today after receiving a massage from the masseur at James' massage studio in Memphis.
After taking a shower, it was only half past five, Sun Ce collapsed on the sofa in the living room and played dark 2 brushes, and went out to dinner together after the ancestral goose did his homework.
Just when Sun Ce was brushing the equipment and materials, Zu Ge suddenly ran to the living room in a hurry: "Brother, brother, something is wrong!" I just finished my homework and looked at my phone and found out that something was wrong! ”
Seeing that Sister Tuberculosis was so excited, Sun Ce didn't feel anything, she had always been like this, and habitually complained: "What's the big deal?" Is your house on fire? ”
"Your house is on fire! Wait, isn't my house my brother's house now? Where's the, brother! Guy was traded! ”