Kobe Bryant was as excited as if he had gotten the toy of his dreams, and he couldn't have been happier.

Ding dong!

At this time, Duge's cell phone rang almost at the same time as Daphne's.

The two looked at each other for a while.

Then, Daphne raised an eyebrow and quipped, "Mr. Bryant, are you rejoicing too soon?" You know... The button to confirm the deal is in the hands of this Mr. Snoopy next to you. ”

"He has a veto on the deal."

Daphne explained.

As soon as these words came out, the rejoicing Kobe Bryant immediately put away his festive smile, he turned around, and looked at Dug with burning eyes.

"You're not going to say no, are you?"

The Black Mamba is really worried.

Over the years, I have been thinking about it day and night, and I have always dreamed of facing the enemy with the Duke, and now I finally see the light of day, and both teams have agreed to the main body of the deal. But the final key to clearance is still in the hands of Duge, in case he says no, there is still no trick!

Duge was still very serious looking at the transaction message sent by Thibodeau.

The price given by the Lakers can be said to be sincere, with Paul Gasol, Dwight Howard, and the top 10 draft picks in 2015 and 2017. It's the best interior duo in the league and the hope of a rebuild for the next five years.

The Bulls are offering Dugg and Carlos Boozer contracts that have been recognized as rubbish. In addition, a catch-up was also taken to Asik. After all, the salaries of both parties are still reciprocal, although there is a 125% leniency. But Howard's annual salary is more than 20 million, and Gasol also has more than 19 million. Duge and Boozer are both more than 17 million, so with an Asik with an annual salary of less than two million, it is just the right balance.

Judging by the trade itself, the Bulls have nothing to lose.

They got everything they wanted.

Although not a single game has been played in the new season, it can be clearly told to the world: Chicago is the strongest insider today.

Not only do they have the original Tygibson and Joakin Noah, but now they add Pau Gasol and Dwight Howard.

Even, in a sense, the strength of the bull's paper has been strengthened. According to a rough estimate, Derek should have the Duke's eight successes, plus two super insiders, he can completely establish a dynasty in the east!

Call!

Snoopy let out a long breath.

On the one hand, he thanked the Lakers for the huge sacrifice he had made for himself: the deal was the equivalent of splitting the F4 that had just arrived, and he accepted a huge junk contract with three years to expire. The Lakers' roster has gone from being the league's most luxurious three days ago to being riddled with holes.

On the other hand, he finally breathed a sigh of relief on the bulls. Chicago got a lot out of the deal, they are still the most competitive team in the East, and most importantly, Derrick is freer, and with his ability, he will shine in no time!

So, after a long sigh of relief, he turned around and looked at Kobe Bryant, who was staring at him with burning eyes: "Aren't you going to say a final goodbye to Pau Gasol now?" Don't tell me, you're a scumbag who likes the new and hates the old. ”

When the black mamba heard this, he was suddenly overjoyed.

Then, the mood went down again.

Before Snoopy came along, Gasol was the player he was most comfortable with. They took home two championships together, and it would be a lie to say that there was no emotion.

But in the last two years, with the decline of the record, coupled with the disintegration of the old players. Pau Gasol is actually ready to leave, and when he was swept by the Thunder last season, he even walked into Kobe's room in person to discuss leaving.

Right now... Alas!

Bryant sighed, and then he walked out of the room and began to make his way to the Spaniard's residence.

Dugg gave him four hours to send the confirmation to Tom Thibodeau at half-past four in the afternoon.

And before that, he set up a group chat, and he started a voice chat with Derrick Rose, Joaquin Noah, TyGibson, Rohr Deng, Jimmy Butler, Kyle Cornwall, and other Bulls teammates.

After establishing the fact that the Duke had left, the content of the conversation was extremely sad. Everyone regretted that the Duke had left Los Angeles.

In the twenty-minute chat, Derrick Rose spoke the most, followed by Joakinoah and then Tygibson. They expressed their attachment and reluctance respectively.

But at the end, Jimmy Butler said something inexplicable: "I'm going to train harder, improve my voice, and I'll get you back to Chicago." ”

It sounds more like a vow, and it doesn't match the sentimental mood.

Jimmy Butler is a deep-hearted guy who works hard, he's tough, he's got an iron backbone that he can't beat, and Dugg likes him very much and knows that he sees himself as an idol and an absolute leader.

Therefore, after the end of the group chat, he did not forget to tell Ross to take care of him a little.

……

The blockbuster deal was officially announced by the NBA at 5:30 p.m. on September 25, 2012: the Lakers and Bulls reached a swap agreement. Pau Gasol, Dwight Howard and two first-round top-10 protected picks in 2015 and 2017 were sent to Chicago.

Chicago sent their superstar league face Snoopydu, as well as Carlos Boozer and Asik.

When this shocking deal came out, the entire basketball community went crazy.

After all, it's about a two-time Finals MVP trade, and Snoopy has become the de facto No. 1 in the league.

Never before in the history of the NBA has there been such an amazing trade. It's like handing over Michael Jordan, who has just completed two consecutive championships.

The Lakers finally got Snoopy, and Kobe Bryant, an infatuated suitor, finally got his true love after four years. It's just that... Do the current Lakers still have the strength to fight? ”

Basketball forums are full of such rhetoric.

Most of the comments are saying that the Lakers and Kobe Bryant are keeping the clouds open, while also questioning whether the Lakers' current roster can challenge for the championship. After all... After the departure of Gasol and Howard, the only players the Lakers can play are Black Mamba, Duke Dog, and half Boozer and half Nash. Because before this deal, the Lakers had given away most of their instant power in order to get Howard.

"Needless to say, it was a crazy gamble. The Lakers are trying to get Snoopy all the studs, which makes it difficult for them to even put together a full roster for the new season. In contrast, from the deal itself, I prefer to say that it was an all-out victory for Chicago,"

ESPN was the first to comment.

Subsequently, big media such as TNT and NBC also followed suit, and soon the media around the world were feverishly reporting on this matter.

The Duke's influence is simply staggering.

And, when he returned from Chicago to Los Angeles, the world's entertainment capital, the radiation was unparalleled.

Because before that, in the popular mindway: Duke Snoopy should be linked to Hollywood. Now, he's just back on his stage.

Right now... Finally got my wish.

……

While the world was eagerly discussing the deal, the next afternoon, Kobe Bryant appeared in front of the media in a brand new suit.

He had a smile on his face that couldn't be hidden, and he looked like a bride who was about to get ready for the wedding.

"Duke Dog plus Black Mamba, if you look at the entire history of basketball, you won't find a more fantastic combination. Trust us, we're not coming together for a championship. ”

"I'm not worried about our squad at all. The whole world knows that Snoopy can excel in many positions. I was already on the phone with Stephen Nash earlier today and he is confident about the upcoming season and he has been waiting for the opportunity to work with Snoopy. ”

"You're going to see how the three regular season MVPs play soon, and I don't want to say anything show-time. But Lakers season ticket holders, your eyes are about to enjoy the dream show. ”

"Also, I have to be honest with everyone. There have been countless calls from agents coming into Bass Jr. or Kupchak's phones, and many players can't wait to stand with us. They all know where they are closest to the championship. ”

Kobe Bryant was so overjoyed that he was so happy that he even whistled. He doesn't mind performing his dancing skills if conditions permit.

If the joy of the Black Mamba is not unexpected, then the boiling of the entire California media can be said to be beyond imagination.

The return of the Duke has all the media dancing for it, be it television, entertainment, sports or some street tabloid. All the headlines are locked on Little Duke, and if you're in Southern California, you can open any newspaper or TV station, and you'll see Duke Snoopy.

Economists have already calculated that the arrival of the little duke is enough to drive the entire California media industry to soar by 10 percentage points. His improvement in employment and the economy will be visible to the naked eye.

"He originally belonged in Los Angeles. We learned his story when he was still a student at UCLA. He is like a king who has conquered all directions, and after conquering the territory outside, he will finally return to his homeland in triumph! ”

Buss Jr.'s remarks in the media addressed the question of who is the leader of the Lakers.

Actually, no one has anything to do with it. Although Bryant was once accused of being a self-serving star because of his falling out with Shackle. But everyone believes that when he faces Snoopy, it will be different. His dog-licking behavior over the years even makes people doubt his temperance.

"We're going to have a big welcome ceremony on October 3rd and welcome everyone!"

Buss' last words made the city boil.

Actually, before that. The Lakers' ticket system has been snatched up, and even the club's three quiet price hikes have failed to dampen the Los Angeles' resolve to enter the United Center arena.

After all, that's Snoopy!

That's the little duke that everyone misses!

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