I really don't want to win the MVP

Chapter 234 New Season Lineup

Dolan then called the team members again.

The teammates were very happy when they heard Jiang Mu came back, and Qiqi appeared in the private room of the restaurant that Dolan had booked in advance.

Everyone reminisced about the old days together, and every teammate who was familiar with Boyi brought gifts to Boyi.

A new fancy phone, a couple of expensive signature sneakers, clothes, a computer, and more.

Boye is very happy. The AJ11 signature shoes are his favorite gift. Boye also misses Uncle Lopez who gave him this gift very much.

Usually, Boye's favorite is Lopez.

He was tall and kind and always used to Boye.

But this time Lopez came here not as Jiang Mu's teammate.

Lopez has been traded to the Bulls in exchange for Rose and Noah, who have been affected by injuries.

Although Jiang Mu didn't know the details of the transaction, he already knew the news.

This kind of thing happens often, and a good relationship does not necessarily guarantee that you can play in the same team.

Jiang Mu himself didn't want to take care of the team's operations, so he didn't say anything.

After enjoying it, we began to talk about business.

Dolan: "Jiang, you know, NBA transactions are very normal. Robin, Langston (Galloway), Derek (Williams), Jerian (Grant) and others have all done for our Knicks. A lot of contributions have been made, but the players are like water."

Jiang Mu waved his hand. Dolan knew that he shouldn't talk about this matter in front of Lopez and the others, so he directed the topic to the most concerned matter.

Dolan: "About the new season"

Jiang Mu chuckled.

"New season? Of course our goal is the championship!"

Except for the teammates who left after the trade, everyone who stayed on the team was very excited.

The happiest of course are Dolan and Anthony.

"I have had someone draft a new contract, and the salary must be maxed out!"

"I have no intention of accepting contracts from other teams. Your respect for me does not necessarily need to be reflected in money. In fact, I have fully felt it! So I have no idea of ​​​​leaving the Knicks!"

Dolan was very satisfied with Jiang Mu's answer.

"About Coach Fisher"

"This is not something I need to think about, I just need to play well!"

Dolan was even more satisfied.

Jiang Mu is not the kind of player who dictates to the team's management and affects the management and operations because of the team's special status.

Jiang Mu bid farewell to his old teammates who had traded away.

Two days later, Jiang Mu participated in the team's training.

New coach Jeff Hornacek welcomed Jiang Mu warmly.

Hornacek is not a successful coach, and he doesn't have much experience as the head coach of an NBA team. The first head coach's contract was with the Phoenix Suns for a three-year term.

The last year happened to coach Jiang Mu's friend Devin Booker.

However, Hornacek's coaching did not make the Suns rise again, and the circle did not agree with Hornacek's philosophy and level.

But obviously, Hornacek's level is higher than Fisher's.

Although Fisher relied on Jiang Mu's ability to coach, his winning percentage was much higher than that of Hornacek.

Hornacek's respect for Jiang Mu is obvious, because he knows very well in his heart: Although Jiang Mu is young in the Knicks team, his status is definitely not comparable to that of his new coach.

"Jiang! As the head coach, I am so happy to be able to coach a team with you!"

"Coach Jeff! Thank you for your compliment, maybe we can help the Knicks win a championship this year!"

Through communication, Hornacek felt Jiang Mu's humility.

There are a lot of topics outside Jiang Mu Stadium, especially the three bets with Draymond Green in the playoffs last season, which have a strong impact. I thought Jiang Mu was a difficult player to manage.

But now it seems... as long as you don't mess with him, everything is fine!

Then Rose and other new teammates also came over to say hello.

Rose, Justin Holiday, Brandon Jennings, Noah, etc.

Especially Ross, the two had a good relationship.

Jiang Mu welcomed them.

Rose: "Jiang! I have dreamed of playing with you since you entered the NBA, and now I finally got my wish!"

"Me too! Together we will blow up the backlines of all teams!"

The Knicks also have several new rookies added this year.

Guillermo Hernán Gomez, a center from Spain 211.

Mindages Kuzminskas, a power forward with a height of 206.

Ron Baker, 193 point guard.

Kill Song Randall, a 188 point guard.

And 213 center, Marshall Plumlee.

Regarding these players, Jiang Mu, who had future memories, didn't even have the slightest impression.

After a few days of training and familiarization, Jiang Mu had some thoughts in his heart.

Regarding the starting lineup and rotation lineup for the new season.

Then the preseason started in October. Jiang Mu didn't play, but he was there every game.

Then the preseason ended, and coach Hornacek called Jiang Mu and Anthony to the office to discuss the team's personnel adjustment and play style for the new season.

Jiang Mu and Anthony greeted each other in advance.

Coach Hornacek obviously respects Jiang Mu and Anthony, the two bosses, too much, and he doesn't look like a coach at all.

So the two communicated in advance, which would not affect Hornacek's coaching philosophy too much, but just made suggestions and gave him the greatest degree of respect.

After all, a coach with insufficient self-confidence cannot lead the team forward.

So the team lineup for the new season was also freshly released. Dolan specially held a new season mobilization meeting for the team coaches and players, and generally announced the staffing and style of play for the new season.

The starting No. 5 (center) in the new season will be Joakim Noah. Although the scoring methods are less than that of Lopez, there will be no big problems in the interior defense. The Knicks are not good at the interior. Abandoning the tradition, the style of play in the small ball era is not so important that it hurts the bones, and Noah will not even play too much time as the starting center.

The center's bench will be dominated by Hernan Gomez, a rookie center who looks like he should be up to the task.

The starting No. 4 (power forward) will still be Porzingis, and sometimes his outside containment is still very useful.

The bench will be dominated by Kyle O'Quinn and rookie Kuzmin Skass, and Anthony can also make a guest appearance.

Anthony will naturally start at position 3 (small forward), with Justin Holiday and Lance Thomas as the main substitutes.

The 2nd position (shooting guard) has the most personnel. The current starter is Derrick Rose. Although he is a point guard, his obvious combo guard attributes make Rose feel no pressure as a shooting guard. Last season, he averaged 18+ points per game. The Spurs are no longer a shortcoming at shooting guard.

Substitutes Courtney Lee and Brandon Jennings have good offensive capabilities.

And the No. 1 position is undoubtedly Jiang Mu. The strong organizational ability of averaging 11.4 assists per game last season made this position the biggest advantage of the Knicks in the new season.

And Rose will also become the first choice of point guard after Jiang Mu leaves the field.

Jiang Mu thinks this is very good, because his physical fitness is no longer a big problem.

(End of this chapter)