Pick Westbrook

Chapter 86
"Artest still didn't make the All-Star Game."

After saying this, Tyronn Lue sighed helplessly.

Secretly as the assistant coach of the Bucks, he knows the importance of Artest to the Bucks.

Can be called the cornerstone!

Before Artest, the Bucks' defensive efficiency ranked last in the league, and with Artest, their defensive efficiency was even close to the tenth in the league!
This is the most significant improvement.

In Tyronn Lue's view, even if Howard has become a defensive gate that the entire league fears this season, being elected as DPOY this season is even more expected.

But if Howard can be left behind, Artest is the only candidate for DPOY in Tyronn Lue's mind!
"Originally, after our efforts, Artest's voting ranking has reached the fourth place among the small forwards in the East, and the overall ranking is also ninth.

Only at the last minute he was still kicked out of the All-Star team. "

Hammond was a little annoyed.

This ranking is already enough to be selected for the All-Stars, and Artest's data and the record of the Bucks are not bad, so why was he kicked out at a critical moment?

What is even more speechless is that Josh Smith, who averaged only 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists per game, replaced him.

"Statistics, records, fan votes, comprehensive suppression, why is Josh Smith selected as an All-Star!"

Tyronn Lue also complained about Artest in his heart.

Reggie Miller suddenly shook his head and sighed at this time: "Since the Palace of Auburn Hills in 04, Artest has never been selected as an All-Star.

This has always been the case regardless of the outcome of the vote. "

Hearing this, Tyronn Lue and Hammond were shocked, and then their emotions gradually returned to calm.

If this is the reason, then they really have nothing to say.

It is impossible for the league to push a player with a bad record to the All-Star weekend, so no matter how good Artest's performance is, they will choose to hide it.

Li Lai's face was calm, and he had already guessed the reason when the result came out.

"When the prodigal son turns back, gold is not exchanged.

Artest has experienced enough hardships over the years, and everyone should give him a chance to reform himself. "

Reggie Miller smiled wryly.

Opportunity is easier said than done.

Over the years, the most talked about gang of old brothers is the Palace of Auburn Hills incident.

Whenever I think of the teasing look people showed when they talked about it, Reggie Miller felt very uncomfortable.

This has become a brand on them that can never be erased.

If someone can really help the old Pacers to erase this stigma, Reggie Miller is even willing to listen to the other party for the rest of his life.

This is more important than the championship ring in his heart.

After the meeting ended, Li Lai specifically called Xiao Hua.

"The league should give a reason for Artest's matter."

Xiao Hua was very helpless on the other end of the phone, "Li, you are a smart person, and you know the reason."

Li said: "I admit that he did something wrong back then, and I also think he should be punished, but at least he should be given a chance to prove himself again?"

Xiao Hua shook his head, "I can't decide this matter, and you should also know that Mr. David Stern, the president of the league, tried his best to create a positive image of the NBA, and he still hates what happened that year.

By the way, I'm also not in favor of giving Artest a chance. "

Li Lai was silent for a while, not surprised by the result, but felt sorry for Artest.

He is afraid that it will be difficult for him to stand up in his life.

Silver continued over there: "Lee, I would like to advise you that Westbrook is a better face of the team than Artest.

You don't really plan to let Artest be the leader of the Bucks, do you? "

Li Lai hesitated for a while, but still said, "I still want to give Artest a chance."

Xiao Hua was speechless to Li Lai, and finally said casually: "I don't intend to give him a chance, I believe Teacher Stern has the same answer.

I don't know how to make me change my mind. If you have to try hard, you can try it, but I can't promise you anything. "

Li Lai took a deep breath.

This is like a blank check.

In other words, no matter what he and Artest did, Silver and the league can continue to deny Artest a chance.

"This is really troublesome enough."

"However, I still want to have a chance for Artest."

Bucks training facility.

Li Lai specifically found Westbrook, George Hill, and Dragic, and told them about the Rookie Challenge.

"To put it simply, it is to win the MVP of the Rookie Challenge, no matter which of the three of you is good."

Dragic is not interested in anything other than money and women, so at this time he said coolly: "Let Russell and Hill fight those bastards, and I will pass the ball to them.

Of course, if these two bastards do get this trophy, I'll be invited to the most luxurious club in Milwaukee for a while. "

George Hill's eyes were wide open and his face was always calm. Until this time, he still said rationally: "The Rookie Challenge is an entertainment event, so everyone's defense is not good. Russell, who is good at hitting the basket, is more likely to score high. This It's up to him to fight for the prize.

But be careful of the Bulls' Derrick Rose, that guy is the No. [-] pick, and it's impossible not to want him with his spirit. "

Westbrook gave the two brothers beside him a reassuring look and said: "I am not the only one who wants this award, my good brother Bals must also want it very much."

"But you don't have to deliberately make the ball for me, you can play as you want."

"I want to compete fairly with Rose!"

Dragic spat speechlessly, and cursed bitterly: "You've got this stinking problem again? You don't take advantage of it, you're stupid."

Li Lai, who has long been accustomed to Westbrook's stubborn temper, has no intention of stopping the opponent's idea, but reminds him: "The overall practical experience of the second grade is better than that of the first grade, not to mention that the opponent has Durant."

"So this MVP is not just you and Rose competing."

Yi Jianlian, who had practiced dribbling and breakthrough, came over at this time.

As early as the first few weeks, he already knew that the Bucks were vigorously promoting him, striving to make an All-Star.

And now he really did.

Thinking back to last season, he was just a substitute for Bogut in the Bucks, still worrying about playing time, but now he has become an NBA All-Star player.

What made Yi Jianlian feel even more heartwarming was that his finger injury was not serious, and he could still continue to play games, but Li Lai, who has always been strongly opposed to rest, let him rest for two consecutive games for the first time, and he was very happy. Concerned about his injury.

This is the first time that E-link has felt at home since it has been in the United States for so long.

"Is Milwaukee still cold?" Li Lai asked with a smile.

Yi Jianlian still gave up her head shyly, but replied for the first time, "If my girlfriend can stay with me, it will be warm."

Li Lai:! ! !
Artest, who finished three-point training with Reggie Miller, also came over.

He was visibly out of sorts.

"coach."

Li Lai asked curiously, "What's the matter, Ron?"

Artest said directly: "Reggie has already told, thank you for doing so much."

Reggie Miller shot Lee apologetically back and forth.

The original team management meeting should not be leaked to the players, after all, it will involve the future direction of the team and the possibility of trading.

Reggie Miller is equivalent to committing a taboo.

Li Lai didn't care about this matter, and he never cared about such a taboo, but approached Artest and patted him on the shoulder.

"I told you the day I brought you back from the Kings, I would help you get that damn dignity back!

I will try to do what I say. "

(End of this chapter)