Chapter 34: 2009 Draft
On the day of the draft, the general managers of NBA clubs are not allowed to come to the scene.
Because it is necessary to demonstrate the fairness of the draft and avoid private transactions or suggestive actions.
However, the staff of each team present must always keep in touch with the team manager and keep talking on the phone.
David Stern walked up to the stage, and the noisy scene fell silent.
The exciting time is coming, and the little hearts of the rookies are also pounding.
Stern was very eloquent, and after giving a speech with emotion, he began to announce the results of the team's draft.
The Knicks had the first choice, and they really chose the champion - Zhou Yang!
When Stern read Zhou Yang's name, Zhou Yang was very excited.
Originally, he had thought about it in advance, he had to be calm and not cry no matter what.
But at the much-anticipated draft meeting, the moment Stern read Zhou Yang's name, Zhou Yang's eyes were still moist.
With tears in his eyes, he hugged his parents to express his gratitude, and then hugged Da Yao, Harden, Curry, Griffin and other friends around him.
Finally, he slowly walked up to the stage and stood beside Stern.
With a height of 1.7 meters, Stern has long been accustomed to standing with these tall players.
He raised his head, shook hands with Zhou Yang with a smile, and said a few words of congratulations.
Then the two of them still held hands, smiling and facing ahead, as soon as the long guns and short cannons of those reporters bombarded, Zhou Yang's eyes were blinded by the magnesium lights.
Next up is the list.
Griffin became the star of the day, and the Clippers drafted him.
Although he did not become the champion as he wished, Griffin was still very convinced of Zhou Yang's ability.
The White Demon Beast hugged his family excitedly, and then the first one hugged Zhou Yang.
At the same time, he said in his ear: "You kid stole my champion, be careful that I steal your championship!" ”
Zhou Yang grinned: "Go home and buy a good pillow!" ”
Griffin didn't react for a moment and asked, "What are you doing with the pillow?" ”
"Get a good night's sleep, you have everything in your dreams!"
Griffin was annoyed by Zhou Yang, he gently pushed Zhou Yang away, hammered him, and the two looked at each other and laughed.
Harden is third in the overall pick, which is not surprising to too many.
It's just that he was drafted by the Thunder, which made Harden a little depressed.
Originally, he was still talking and laughing with everyone, but after hearing the Thunder, the smile on his face disappeared.
However, Harden is a very gentle player, and he thinks that Durant and Westbrook are very good and can be good partners.
The fourth place went to Tabit, an interior player known for his defense, who was drafted by the Grizzlies.
Evans was drafted by the Kings, and Hibanjar golden boy Rubio was drafted by the Timberwolves.
When it came to Curry, the Golden State Warriors drafted him.
Curry had a depressed face, and he had a bad impression of the Warriors.
Even though Nelson Sr. expressed his affection for Curry, Curry was bent on going to New York.
Now Zhou Yang went to New York instead, but he went to the "Golden State Gang", which made the honest Curry really unhappy.
Zhou Yang understood Curry's psychology, he put his arm around Curry's shoulders and persuaded him in a low voice.
"Trust me, Stephen, you're going to have a great time with the Warriors, and you're going to meet really good friends at the Warriors, and they're all very fond of you and supporting you!"
Curry wondered, although there were many kinds of words of consolation, Zhou Yang's words seemed to be too specific, as if he was an unpredictable prophet.
"Hey, why are you so sure? Do you know how to tell fortunes? ”
"Hehe, old man, I'll pinch my fingers...... You'll get the MVP, and there's more to it than one! ”
Curry's eyes widened in surprise and he pointed at himself, "Me? Take the MVP? Don't tease me! ”
Zhou Yang winked at him mysteriously and didn't say anything more.
There are also several rookies in this class who will become famous in the future, such as Jennings, who was drafted by the Bucks.
Then there's Holiday who was drafted by the 76ers and went on to win a championship with the Bucks.
Teague was drafted by the Hawks and later served as the starting point guard.
There is also Israeli "Jordan" Cosby, who was drafted by the Kings, and Jordan Hill, who was drafted by the Knicks.
Gibson, drafted by the Bulls.
Just when everyone thought that the whereabouts of the rookies had been settled, there was suddenly an explosive reversal!
The Warriors actually offered a trade!
In the offseason, trades are normal, but the Warriors' trade shocked the entire league.
Because the Warriors' trade is to use the team's cornerstone - Monta Ellis to exchange for Zhou Yang, the champion picked by the Knicks!
Oh, my God!
Is the Warriors crazy?
Major media outlets have published their own thoughts and analytical articles.
ESPN: The Warriors did not hesitate to tear down the cornerstone of the team for the sake of the Davidson College Splash Brothers, do they want to replicate the genius of the Lakers' selection of Kobe Bryant in '96?
Yahoo Sports: Before Zhou Yang went to the team to report, he was involved in the trading whirlpool, is it a blessing or a curse?
Sports Illustrated: Monta Ellis is in an embarrassing situation, the team's star is actually used as a bargaining chip and placed on the shelf!
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Hearing the news of this transaction, the happiest person is Curry.
While he was sullen at home, Ayesha suddenly ran in with her phone.
The two are now in a relationship, Ayesha often goes to Curry's house to play, and she and Curry's sister are also very good friends.
"Look, Stephen, the Warriors have made a trade!"
Curry thought he had been traded, and with joy in his heart, he stood up suddenly.
"Who was traded?"
"It's Monta Ellis!"
"This ...... This can't be, are you mistaken? Curry thought it was some kind of gossip or gossip nonsense.
But when he took Ayesha's phone and read it carefully, he began to laugh wildly.
Ayesha was confused, thinking Curry was crazy.
She patted Curry's cheek lightly and muttered, "What are you stimulated by?" Is trading Monta Ellis good news? ”
"Of course it's good news, because Zhou Yang is coming!"
"Zhou Yang? Is it your teammate, this year's champion? Of course Ayesha knows Zhou Yang.
"Yes, it's him, I've always wanted to play with him, I thought there was no hope!"
Curry excitedly hugged Ayesha and kissed her a few times, but Ayesha looked inexplicable.
"Alright, alright, let me down! Don't you hate the Warriors the most? ”
"Yes, I do hate the Warriors, but I like Zhou Yang, haha, it's not a contradiction!"
Ayesha stared at Curry with strange eyes and muttered, "Are you ......?"