Zhiba NBA

Chapter 180 (170) Bath's conspiracy
After the finals, Yuanfei hadn't had time to breathe a sigh of relief. The 2005 NBA draft is about to begin, and this year the Rockets are under extraordinarily high pressure.

The lottery draw in late May ended up with two bad results for them.One is that the Eagles, who traded with the Rockets for the first-round pick, had a very bad record and were in a favorable position in the lottery, but their luck was extremely bad. In the end, they failed to draw the top three and only won the fourth pick.

What made Yuan Fei even more crazy was the second result. The Jazz, ranked 14th in the Western Conference, got the third pick, and this pick was traded to the Lakers under the condition of the former second protection.In this way, the Lakers just kept the high pick, and also put the draft position ahead of the Rockets.Knowing this result, Yuan Fei's eyes went dark, as if he had heard Jason Bass' sinister laughter.

"Didn't your Bass family buy the alliance!" Yuan Fei thought indignantly.

At the same time, Jason Bass laughed wildly when he heard the news. Kupchak, who was laughing beside him, panicked and quickly asked, "Master, what's wrong with you?" Bass was arrogant and arrogant since he was a child, and he has always demanded that the employees under the Bass family group must respect him.

"Hahahaha, I laugh at our good luck. I thought we would draw a late pick and make a trade to get to the 1st or 2nd pick, but now it's good, just in front of the Rockets." Jason Bass still couldn't help laughing wildly.

"Master, what do you mean, just hold down the rocket?" Kupchak asked cautiously.Outsiders would be shocked if they saw it. Mr. Ku, the all-powerful figure in the alliance, actually bowed his head and ears to a young man like this.

"Our rebuilding period will be over soon. Through this draft, we will completely dominate the league. At that time, only the Rockets will be our opponents, and I don't care about other teams at all." Bass clenched his fist with confidence, showing a heroic attitude in every gesture.

"Master, this is my preliminary draft list." Kupchak respectfully handed over a document and said, "Including several first-round favorites, Bogut and two Williams."

"No need, I've already made a good judgment!" Bass interrupted him roughly: "In this draft, our highest goal is Chris Paul!"

"This is a very good choice, master! According to our information, Paul's ball-handling skills and pick-and-roll ability are very outstanding, and he is a very reliable starting point guard." Kupchak knew that Bass was very happy, so he flattered him first, "But the other candidates have to try out. D-Will's talent is amazing; Marvin Williams has amazing physical fitness, and his sprint speed is very fast; and Bogut."

"Needless to say!" Bass interrupted him again: "Arrange the trial training as you like, and don't let other teams know our tone. Anyway, I have already decided on the candidate, just Chris Paul! On the contrary, we can discuss the candidate for the No. 10 pick."

"Yes, master!" Kupchak didn't dare continue to raise objections.He even the patriarch of the Bass family likes this grandson very much. This little Bass may be the future successor of the Lakers.

"By the way, talk to the Bucks and Bobcats about an upward trade. It doesn't have to be a deal, but we need to find out what they say." Bass said: "You can not trade to us, but you must not trade to the Rockets! Make sure our pick is in front of the Rockets!"

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One month later, the finals had just ended, and Wang Yuanfei and Carol Dawson were meeting with the new coach Rick Adelman.

"Just before yesterday's press conference, I wasn't sure I would take up the post here." Adelman said: "Tomjanovich's previous work was great, and most people in the media thought he would continue to do it. When he said that he would end his coaching career, everyone was surprised."

"We will never forget the outstanding contribution he made to us in Houston. This great contribution includes all four championships in team history." Yuan Fei said: "But the world always looks forward. Health factors are unavoidable topics. I hope he can spend his old age peacefully after retirement. And we believe that Mr. Adelman will be the best successor."

"When I reached a verbal agreement with you two years ago, I didn't expect the Rockets to reach today's height." Adelman joked: "Now I regret it. If I can't win the championship next year, I will be flooded by the media's saliva."

"Haha, but this is also a good opportunity for Mr. Adelman to realize his championship dream." Yuan Fei laughed.

(Note: Adelman is 59 years old at this time. He has coached the Trail Blazers, Warriors and Kings for a total of 15 seasons, 13 of which reached the playoffs, and 2 times reached the finals, but unfortunately failed to win. As of the summer of 05, his total coaching record in the regular season was 708 wins and 443 losses, and his winning percentage was as high as 61.5%. It ranks ahead of the famous coaches Sloan and Karl, and is the highest winning percentage among coaches who have not won the championship in NBA history.)

"Okay, then wish us a happy future cooperation!" A Shuai was also a happy person, and signed the contract without delay.The length of the contract between the two parties is 3+1, and either party has the right to end the fourth-year contract in advance without having to bear any additional responsibilities.

"I am familiar with the current players of the Rockets, but the draft is imminent. What is the team's plan in this regard?" Adelman is worthy of being an old coach who has been in the basketball world for many years. He quickly entered the role and immediately raised a question that hit the point. "But having said that, the Rockets have been operating very successfully in recent years. This year they got the No. [-] pick of the Eagles, which is really amazing. I admire Mr. Dawson's operational ability completely."

"To be honest, the drafts and trades in recent years are mainly decided by Mr. Wang." Dawson said a little embarrassedly: "My manager is only responsible for some basic inspection work. The media has given me a lot of praise, and I deserve it."

"Where is it, Mr. Dawson has made a lot of contributions, he is too humble." Yuan Fei also said politely.

"The operation of the Rockets in recent years has been a lot of genius, and both of them have contributed a lot." Adelman complimented but was secretly shocked.Hearing Dawson's tone, before the Wang family bought the Rockets, Jason Wang was the real power figure in the team.

"What does Mr. Adelman think of this year's draft?" Yuan Fei said.

Ashuai obviously did his homework before, and he talked eloquently: "This year is a great year for point guards. And the Rockets currently only have Billups as a point guard. I don't know how Tony Parker's contract renewal is going. Even if he can stay on the team, there are not enough point guards, so McGrady and Reid will come to this position before. According to my preliminary investigation, the fourth overall pick is very likely to get an excellent point guard."

"Mr. Adelman's opinion coincides with mine." The old Dawson is very good at flattering, "I think the main candidates include: Deron Williams, who led the team to the NCAA Finals from the University of Illinois. A genius, Marvin Williams and the Australian center Bogut of the University of Utah."

"I got inside news that the Lakers ahead of us have locked the No. [-] pick on Chris Paul." Yuan Fei said suddenly: "To be honest, I am very optimistic about this player. If he is not selected, I will definitely intercept him."

"Little boss, do you still have this inside information?" Lian Daosen was shocked.Does the team still have undercover agents in the Lakers?

Of course, Yuan Fei did not install an undercover agent.But Jason Bass's congratulations are still vivid in his memory. He believes that Bass will not waste the good luck of the lottery.

"To be honest, I already have someone I like in this draft." Yuan Fei said, "Now I have two plans, but I prefer plan B."

"Oh?" Their eyes lit up.What kind of tricks will this little boss, who is brilliant in the draft, come up with?

　This book is finally about to enter the stage of the fateful confrontation between the two teams.Thanks to book friend Touk for rewarding several times.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)