The Dallas Mavericks managed to pick up Mitchell and Kuzma in this year's draft, but the Mavericks' operation didn't cause much of a stir during this lively summer.

In this year's draft, the most high-profile is undoubtedly Lonzo. Bauer, Markle. Fultz, Jason. Tatum, Josh. Jackson and the others, Mitchell and Kuzma, if it weren't for the Dallas Mavericks, these two guys might not have known each other at all. The Lakers have been watching Kuzma for a long time, but they don't have full confidence in the older rookie.

A 13th pick, a sophomore guard who aspired to be a baseball player but embarked on a basketball path. There is also a skinny power forward who has played in college for four years and has no talent to tap into in the eyes of the outside world.

Can these two little guys bring any qualitative change to the Mavericks? Everyone thinks there is nothing to change. People think that the Mavericks are going out of the way in the draft, but only for two players that no one fancies at all, is simply a bluff.

"Could it be that Carlisle plans to use Kyle next season. Is Kuzma going to play against Durant? Hahaha, I really laughed off my big teeth! ”

"I know Donovan. Mitchell had trained in Paul's training camp. Paul was also very appreciative of him. But come on, that might just be flattery. Donovan couldn't play dominantly in the NCAA as a sophomore, so how can Yiyang in the NBA desire him to become his second Wade? ”

"Rudy. Gobert was indeed a successful draft, but the Mavericks' desire to get a player like Gobert with a low pick every time is simply unthinkable! ”

Sure enough, after the draft, the most criticized was undoubtedly the Mavericks. Pay Seth. Curry and Smith Jr. and all of next year's draft picks are just for the sake of two rookies with low picks, and some people even say that Cuban has Alzheimer's disease ahead of schedule. After all, normal people wouldn't make such a deal.

In the face of criticism from the outside world, the Mavericks didn't care. Kuzma and Mitchell, the Mavericks' scouts were both impressed. And compared to scouting, Cuban actually believes in Yiyang's vision more. After all, Yiyang had personally played against them during the trial, and he could get a more intuitive evaluation than a scout. And Yiyang's vision of people has always been very accurate. He is very himself, so he does not easily affirm a person. can get Yiyang's affirmation, which means that this guy must have two brushes.

Both scouts and star stars are optimistic about rookies, and Cuban is naturally full of confidence.

Kuzma and Donovan also lived up to expectations, meeting up early to train in preparation for their first NBA season. It is not known how well these two little guys played, but at least this drive is something that Cuban appreciates very much.

Low-pick rookies also have the benefits of low-pick rookies, they don't have to be like Lonzo. Bauer was bothered by the media, but he could hone his skills with peace of mind. However, even Mitchell and Kuzma can't play any of them, and Cuban and Yiyang still have back-ups.

The draft is a gamble, and even the cautious Yiyang can't guarantee that he will definitely win. But the draft isn't the Mavericks' only move this summer, as Cuban said. If the Mavericks want to strengthen now, they must rely on the connections that Yiyang has accumulated over the years.

Speaking of Yiyang's connections, Celtics coach Brad. Stevens and Gordon. Hayward, for sure, is two names that can't be avoided.

If Hayward chooses to jump out of his contract next, then he will be a full free agent! Yiyang knows very well that now, it is time to extend an olive branch to his college friends.

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It's a hot month in Salt Lake City in June, but it's not a pain for the two "otaku" who are playing games in their rooms.

In a small three-story villa next to the Great Salt Lake, two basketball stars, Yiyang and Hayward, are staring intently ahead, communicating with each other. Of course, they're not playing basketball, they're playing video games.

"Also, do you see!? About a hundred meters in front, behind the house, there are two people! "Hayward was nervous, he was fully committed to the role.

"Where!? I don't see anything, huh? Yiyang moved the mouse in confusion, this guy didn't know anything about computer games.

"It's the red-roofed house, see? They came out, they came out! Shoot, fire, fire! ”

Hayward shouted, frantically clicking the mouse. On the computer screen, the gun in the hands of the Hayward figure erupts with tongues of fire.

Yiyang looked ahead with a confused expression, vaguely saw two small black dots, and pretended to fire with him.

As a result, Yiyang naturally missed a single shot, and Hayward was killed by the enemy.

"Damn, I've got you the best weapons and accessories!" Hayward looked at Yiyang with no affection, if this guy's marksmanship was half as accurate as shooting on the basketball court, he wouldn't have been eliminated just now.

"Come on Gordon, BA2K is the only game I can play, I don't know anything else." Yiyang simply raised his hands in surrender and played three battle royale games with Hayward, and Yiyang never killed anyone.

"You, you really can't fit anything but basketball in your head." Hayward patted Yiyang's brain, this guy was like a log off the basketball court.

"Nonsense, in addition to basketball, there are also my wife and son!"

"By the way, your son may be able to play games with me in the future! Hahaha, I hope he grows up soon! "Unlike Yiyang, Hayward is definitely a good esports player if he doesn't play basketball.

"I'm tired, let's go down to the living room and rest." Yiyang stretched and stood up. He glanced at Hayward and saw that the words didn't seem to be easy to say, even to his best friend.

The two guys, who are already running for three, are still lying on the sofa lazily like they did in college, enjoying the gentle sunshine of Salt Lake City. After so many years, Yiyang and Hayward have changed a lot. But the relationship between the two is as pure as before.

"Gordon, I heard, you're planning to jump out of your contract this summer?" After two sips of ice cola, Yiyang cut to the point.

He came all the way to Salt Lake City, but he didn't play games with this little otaku.

"The season has just ended, can't you just put down your work? Well, I do. Like you, I'm 27 years old. But you've been to the top four times, and I haven't played the playoffs four times combined. Hayward smiled self-deprecatingly, "Hey, I'll tell you the truth, the boss has already sent me an invitation!" ”

"Boss? Brad? Yiyang's eyes widened, the Celtics were also interested in Hayward, and this was indeed big news that no one knew.

Stevens, that old fox, it's too early to start!

"Who else could it be? It would be wonderful to be able to play under Brad again! At least, it's better than Salt Lake City. ”

"Have you ever thought about playing in Dallas?"

"Poof!" Hayward squirted all the Coke out of his mouth, and he was frightened.

"Damn, don't be so exaggerated!"

"Dallas Mavericks!? That's a ...... Super Team! After holding back for a long time, Hayward still uttered the word "super team".

"Not anymore, we were kicked in the ass by the Warriors last season." Yiyang pursed his mouth, the Warriors' lineup is really scary, "But if we have you, we will immediately become the super team that swept the league before!" ”

Hayward was stunned, he didn't think about joining the Dallas Mavericks. But he didn't expect it to come so suddenly.

Indeed, most of the stars in this league are hostile to Mavericks and are not willing to be a Chinese green leaf. But Hayward is different, he has no grievances with the Mavericks, and he and Yiyang are also old friends and partners. Even if he is just Yiyang's deputy, Hayward will not be unhappy at all.

And he heard that Irving is now clamoring to leave James, in order to establish himself on his own. The Celtics, on the other hand, will be Irving's most likely next home. Going to Boston, he worked as Owen's deputy. Going to Dallas, he was Yiyang's deputy. It may seem like a no-brainer.

But there was one factor that kept Hayward from jumping to conclusions – Brad. Stevens.

As a player coming out of the Bulldogs, Stevens had a huge draw on Hayward. In fact, the Celtics' biggest attraction to Hayward is the young manager.

Even Yiyang has to admit that playing under Stevens is definitely a pleasure. Looking at Thomas Jr., who is only 1.75 meters tall, is living like a fish in water under Stevens' system, you can see that this coach has a good level.

"I didn't expect you to come for this, Yi. It was a little too sudden, I ...... I do not know. Hayward shook his head, Dallas was as good as Boston, and he didn't know which choice was the right one.

is his good friend or his good teacher. It's a tough decision for anyone. When it comes to championship chances, Dallas has a chance, and if Irving joins, the Celtics also have a chance. What's more, you don't have to meet the Warriors in advance in the East.

"Ha, don't worry, you have a whole summer to think about it slowly. Let's go, let's go play another game. Hey, I'm sure I'll be able to take a head this time! Yiyang patted Hayward on the shoulder, not letting the atmosphere continue to be serious.

He believed that Hayward would do the right thing. After all, this is the one he is most sure of.

"Don't talk big, your marksmanship is inferior!"

Two "big boys", who are almost 30 years old, went upstairs and threw themselves into the fierce "battle" again.

It doesn't matter if he's Boston or Dallas, as long as Yiyang and Hayward are together, there will definitely be endless fun!

At this moment, the two are not husbands and fathers, nor are they professional players. They're just two ordinary fun-loving boys, that's all.

In the end, Yiyang played in Salt Lake City for three days, and it was really pure play for three days. Except for that time, Yiyang never mentioned the transfer to Hayward again.

Three days later, Yiyang returned to Dallas, took a look at his wife and children, and then continued to devote himself to the journey of expanding the lineup.

That's when the famous sports journalist Wojnarowski broke the news. The news spread quickly on the Internet and fell into heated discussions.

"Gordon. Hayward managers are in close contact with the Dallas Mavericks, and the two sides are close to signing. ”

Yiyang, who was holding his son in his left hand and his mobile phone in his right hand, couldn't stop laughing. It seems that the Hayward guy has made a decision. In this way, the Warriors' dynasty is about to collapse before it is established!

Come on Gordon, I've been wanting to win another championship with you since I won the NCAA Championship. The Cinderella myth of the pit bull will continue to extend in the NBA!