the great gatsby

Chapter 153 Getting Involved in Trading Rumors Again
The time has come to the end of December, so the running-in of each team is almost the same. It is obvious whether it is a dragon or a worm. Some teams need to be strengthened, and some teams need to be poor, so the transaction will be put on hold. on the table.

ESPN columnist Mark Stern revealed that the Cavaliers, the 76ers and the Heat made trade offers to the Phoenix Suns, hoping to get Stoudemire, but the Suns were eyeing the Knicks. Steve Kerr offered the Knicks Offer to trade Gatsby for Stoudemire.

Phoenix city.

The Suns internal meeting, owner Saffol, general manager Steve Kerr, and head coach Alvin Gentry were all present.

"Steve, what's the offer from Miami?" Saffour asked.

Steve Kerr said: "The chips they offer are Haslem, Quentin Richardson, Daquan Cook and a future first-round pick."

Saffol shook his head: "Sure enough, it's still Pat Riley's style. Stoudemire is a superstar, and he trades these. If you add Beasley, it's almost the same."

Cole smiled and said, "I mentioned it, he doesn't want to."

Saffour laughed, "Where's the rednecks in Cleveland?"

Cole laughed: "Danny Ferry wants to trade Wally Szczerbiak's expiring contract, rookie JJ-Hickson and a first-round pick in exchange for Stoudemire, and Anderson - Varejao could also be on the list."

Saffol snorted: "Whimsical, Varejao is a good defensive player and rebounder, but there are big problems in scoring. His value will only be better reflected in the rebuilding team; hope Kersen is the first-round pick of the Cavaliers, and he is far from having any impact; and the Cavaliers' first-round pick next season must be very late. Just want to get a superstar with these chips?"

"The 76ers want to trade Samuel Durham Potter and a first-round pick for Stoudemire," Steve Kerr said.

Saffol shook his head: "Everyone is blatantly trying to rob. They are watching to death and we can't keep Stoudemire."

In fact, he also understands in his heart that as the season progresses, the 27-year-old Stoudemire, who is 208 cm tall, still seems to be gradually improving.In the 52 games he has played for the team so far this season, he averaged 34.7 minutes per game, scored 21.2 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1 block, and his shooting percentage was as high as 55.4%.In fact, many teams want to get Stoudemire, but they don't have the confidence that they can guarantee the contract renewal with him in the coming year after getting Stoudemire, so these teams are not willing to open in the transaction. Come out with chips of great value.

Saffol asked, "Steve, you said you had a proposal?"

Steve Kerr nodded and said, "I want to exchange Stoudemire for Gatsby of the Knicks."

Saffour thought for a while and asked, "If Stoudemire can be traded for Gatsby who came to the Knicks, it would be a very good deal, but I'm afraid that the Knicks won't let him go. Cleared a lot of contract space, hoping to attract big-name free agents in the summer, I guess Stoudemire is also in their plan, they may not be willing to use a super rookie to trade a free agent who can be freely signed in the summer."

Steve Kerr smiled and said: "We have to give it a try. We will present our trading plan first, and then make adjustments according to the Knicks' requirements."

Saffol smiled and said: "Okay, then follow your plan, Alvin, do you have any opinions?"

Alvin Gentry said with a smile: "Stoudemire may find it difficult to stay this season. If he can be traded for Gatsby, a super rookie, that would be a very good choice. I have no opinion."

"Okay, then it's settled." Sappho said.

Although the Knicks are going to play away games, Donnie Walsh has no free time as the general manager. Now he is thinking about how to build the team, how to bring more players who can play to the team, how to It also attracts big-name free agents in the summer, and Isaiah Thomas' pressing every step of the way also makes him feel very anxious.

"Beep ring! Beep ring!" The phone on the table rang hastily, startling Donny Walsh who was in deep thought.

"Hello, Nick Downey Walsh."

"Hey, Donnie, how are you doing? I'm Steve Kerr."

"Oh, it's you, Steve, you must have some good news to tell me, right?" Donnie Walsh said.

"Indeed, Donnie, we are very interested in your rookie Gatsby." Tiff Cole said.

Donny Walsh said airily: "This is not good news, goodbye."

Steve Kerr hurriedly said, "Wait, don't you want to know who we traded Gatsby for?"

Donny Walsh laughed angrily: "Can you still trade Gatsby with Stoudemire?"

Steve Kerr laughed, "Why not?"

Donny Walsh asked in surprise, "Are you serious?"

Steve Kerr laughed loudly: "Donnie, do you think I'll make fun of this? Am I such a free person?"

Donnie Walsh said, "Are there any other conditions?"

Steve Kerr laughed: "I don't think so."

Donnie Walsh thought for a while, and said, "Okay, I understand your proposal, and I will discuss it in the team's internal meeting."

Steve Kerr said: "OK, I'm waiting for your good news."

Donnie Walsh hung up the phone and sat on the seat thinking silently. He was seriously thinking about the feasibility of this deal. Stoudemire's contract only lasted half a season. He had to consider the issues after Stoudemire was traded. , if Gatsby, a super rookie, is used to trade the right to use Stoudemire for half a season, it will be a super blood loss, but if it can be confirmed that Stoudemire can sign a contract in the future, then Gatsby's exchange for Stoudemire is not a loss. .

Donnie Walsh didn't dare to make a decision on his own. He went to James Dolan's office and told James Dolan about the matter. James Dolan thought about it, and Donnie Walsh said, "What's your opinion?"

Donny Walls said: "I think it can be considered."

James Dolan nodded: "I agree with your opinion, but I think you'd better discuss it with D'Antoni. I think he may have other opinions. Just give me an answer after you discuss it. "

Donnie Walsh glanced at James Dolan in surprise. He didn't expect James Dolan to be so easy to talk to. Isaiah Thomas has often come out to make troubles these days, and James Dolan has always been inclined to Isaiah Thomas. Opinion, I didn't expect James Dolan to agree with him so simply and neatly today, so he couldn't believe it for a while.

(End of this chapter)