basketball pope

Chapter 299 [Will explode]

At the beginning of July, the free market opened, and the Raptors were poached again.

Ryan Bowen joined the Pistons, Van Gundy doesn't know why, but he is pleasing to the eye, even though he has not represented the Raptors in the playoffs for two consecutive seasons, and the data is nothing.

Fate, amazing!

The Clippers poached Earl Boykins with a three-year contract. In his two seasons with the Raptors, Boykins was not a qualified starter, but his tactical effect was very obvious, especially for teams that were slow in the interior. , often arrogant.And Boykins is a member of the championship team, has a wealth of playoff experience, and raised his value.

At this time, Glenn Gruward regretted not listening to Yang Rui. They could have signed Boykins to a four-year contract. He was an undrafted rookie and was completely free.But management felt that giving Boykins a two-year contract was too long.

Except for Yang Rui, almost everyone thinks Boykins is useless.Now he has become a sweet pastry, defending Iverson in the playoffs. Although he failed to defend, he is also famous.

Kevin Willis chose to join the Spurs and signed a two-year contract. Yang Rui has always admired the Spurs and Popovich in the team. He thinks there is a future for the Spurs.He can still play, and he can get 10 minutes of performance as David Robinson's substitute game.

Point guard John Crotty was poached by the Jazz and also received a two-year contract. Stockton was one year older, and DiBron's state was seriously declining. They needed a point guard backup.Crotty's style lends itself to pick-and-roll play.

Veteran Mario Elie chose to retire. He is not short of rings or money. It is time to rest.

Among the veterans, only Dell Curry, who signed a three-year contract with the Raptors, is ready to fight for another year, fulfill his contract, and then retire. He is only 36 years old and can still play a role. He wants to shoot better than him in the free market. It's not easy for a veteran.

With two rookies selected, plus the Russian Andrei Kirilenko, the Raptors only need to sign two more players to make up 15 players. This year’s management’s job is very simple. Contact those who are suitable for the system in the free market. The veteran just signs it.

What the Raptors lack the most is the forward, and the signings are mainly in this position.There are many high-quality veterans in the free market, and most of them have two choices. Join the Eastern Raptors or the Western Lakers. These two teams look the most likely to win the championship.

Glenn's first invitation target fell through, and "The Rock" Mitch Richmond chose to join the Lakers at a minimum salary.He averaged 16.2 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists per game with the Wizards last season.

After Ryder got the championship ring, Richmond also hopes to realize his dream in the Lakers, and also hugs his thighs. The location of Los Angeles is not comparable to Toronto.

Glenn doesn't expect Richmond to be of much use, but just wants to use his fame to attract more fans.

Cedric Ceballos is willing to join the Raptors. Last season, he rejected Glenn's invitation and chose to go to the Heat to hug his thighs. The result was not good. He played 27 games and was sent to the Pistons. After that, he was injured and played a total of 40 games, scored 6.5 points and 2.7 rebounds.

This guy who was very attractive last year brazenly found him, and Glenn directly let him roll as far as he could.

There are still two veteran veterans who want to join, but the most important thing the Raptors lack is a center, and Glenn can only refuse.

On the 8th, the Raptors completed the first sign, and Heat veteran Dan Marley joined with a minimum salary.

Dan Marley played 53 games on behalf of the Heat last season, starting 19 games, and the data dropped seriously. In 24.6 minutes of playing time, he only had 5 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.7 assists, shooting 33.6% from the field and 31.5% from three-point shooting. Playoff data Pretty much the same.

His poor stats are related to the worsening ability of his teammates to attract double teams. Mourning is reimbursed for the season, and Tim Hardaway's breakthrough is not as sharp as in the past.

Dan Marley is not suitable for holding the ball and is good at catching and shooting. He is 198cm tall and weighs 98kg, so he can keep up with the rhythm of the game.As long as he is not a star player, he has excellent defensive prediction and it is completely feasible to play off the bench for a while.

Signing Dan Marley is also a good gimmick to attract fans.His popularity is very high, and he is the first substitute player in history to enter the All-Star starter, and the second is Kobe Bryant.

Nicknamed "Ben Lei", he was the most stable peripheral shotgun in the 90s. From 92 to 94, he ranked first in the league in making three-pointers for two consecutive seasons. He is also a reliable peripheral iron lock. Best Defensive Second Team.He won the three-point contest twice and was selected to the All-Star Game three times.

On the 11th, the Raptors signed veteran forward Tracy Murray with a minimum salary. This gentleman is 201cm tall, weighs 102kg, and is physically strong. His scoring mainly relies on jumpers, and his career three-point shooting rate is 38.8%.

In the 1993-94 season, Murray led the league in 45.9-point percentage with 12 percent.In Yang Rui's previous life, in his 1994-year NBA career, Murray was known as one of the most accurate three-pointers in the league.He also had a brilliant moment. In the 95-1998 season, he won a championship with the Rockets. On February 2, 26, he scored 50 points in a game on behalf of the Wizards against the Warriors.

At this point, the Raptors' lineup for the new season has been determined, and there is no need to wait for the preseason to investigate.

Centers: Brad Miller, Jerome James, Mark Jackson, Jaren Collins.

Power forwards: Jermaine O'Neal, Jumaine Jones.

Small forwards: Matt Halprin, Tracy Murray, Dan Marley, Andrei Kirilenko.

Shooting guards: Vince Carter, Michael Reed, Dell Curry.

Point guards: Chauncey Billups, Tony Parker.

The biggest feature of the Raptors is whether the 4 or only O'Neal is a big man. Yang Rui's plan is to let Jones, Murray or Halprin play as a power forward as long as O'Neal is off the court. Yes, and there is a clear mobility advantage.

The Raptors are back to where they were in 2000, and the swingman is No. [-] in the deep league.

When the two veterans joined, in order to show respect, Yang Rui went back to Toronto to attend the press conference, expressed his welcome, and spoke highly of the two.

When it comes to the team's goals for next season, Yang Rui still has no half-point convergence. "We only have one goal next season, which is the championship. Last season, we were plagued by injuries. I don't believe it has been so unlucky for two consecutive years. I will control everyone's playing time, make rotations, and ensure everyone's health! I I firmly believe that next season, the Raptors will explode again!"

The reporter asked: "The Lakers have recently signed Richmond, Lynch Hunter and Samaki Walker to strengthen the inside and outside line. Many people think that the Lakers have a stronger lineup. What do you think?"

"That's right, the Lakers have a super strong lineup, OK groups are superstars, and a group of excellent role players. Richmond was contacted by our management before, and he is more optimistic about the Lakers, so it's a bit regretful to go to Los Angeles. . But I don't think a lot of stars will necessarily win. The Lakers had four All-Stars in 98, but were they swept by the Jazz? As long as the players are healthy, I have a 100% certainty to beat the Lakers. You heard it right, I It's 100 percent."

The reporters felt that it was not in vain, and there was big news.

The Lakers won the championship, but no matter whether it is a coach or a player, no one dares to guarantee that they will definitely beat their opponents like Yang Rui.

Whether it can be done or not, Yang Rui's confidence is the most abundant of all.

(End of this chapter)