Starting with 2006

Chapter 22
"The NBA is shocked! The five-party deal changes the league structure!!!"

"Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston Celtics, Seattle SuperSonics, Toronto Raptors and Phoenix Suns made a stunning trade!!!"

"The Timberwolves sent Kevin Garnett, Ricky Davis, and the Celtics sent Sebastian Telfair, Delonte West, Al Jefferson and this year's The No. 22 pick in the first round and the first round pick next year, the Supersonics sent Ray Allen and Lewis, the Raptors sent the No. 27 pick, and the Suns sent Marion and James Jones and the No. Round lottery"

"The Timberwolves got Stian Telfair, Delonte West, Al Jefferson and the No. 27 pick in the first round. The Sonics got James Jones from the Suns. The Celtics got the No. 22 pick this year. And next year's first-round pick, the Raptors get Marion and Lewis, the Sun's first-round pick 27, [-], next year's first-round pick, the Celtics formed Pierce, Garnett, Ray Allen's The super big three, but the most terrifying is the sun, they got Ricky Davis and the Raptors' No. [-] pick!"

"This is a big gamble!!!"

The New York Times headline says so in bold and bold font.

The Boston Celtics, a giant team, was finally unwilling to sink. The general manager Angie took the initiative to form the Big Three. They bet that these three superstars at their peak could bring them a championship and even establish a dynasty!
And the Supersonics and Timberwolves officially announced the reconstruction!
Among them, the supersonic sale of Ray Allen and Lewis made it difficult for many fans to understand. You must know that Ray Allen and Lewis are far more than this price.

But people in the industry do not have a bad evaluation of this deal, because Ray Allen and Lewis will account for about 45% of the team's salary cap at the beginning of next season. It's not worth it at all, and the sincerity of the Celtics is not bad now.

The most important thing is that Angie promised to help them get at least a top three pick next season!
The most shocking thing is that the Suns, who were not visible at the beginning, actually paid the draft picks for the next two years and the team's small forward Marion, who is in his prime, bet on the team's money in order to get Gao Tian. In the future, this is really a big gamble!

You must know that they have Nash, who has won the regular season MVP, and the all-star power forward Amare Stoudemire, and Marion played very well, but he fell on the floor of the Western Conference Finals for two consecutive years. The management realized that if you still use this lineup, this year will definitely not be better than before. After all, the opponent is stronger and you are still standing still, and Stoudemire's contract expires this year, without Stoudemire's rookie Fuli, they have to give it a go!

What they need is someone like Gao Tian who can help the team when the team is stuck in the mud!
The Suns lead the league by running and bombing. They have a fast pace, but once a team can slow down the pace of the game and slowly fight with them in the half court, their chances of winning are very low, because Nash Not a consistent scorer, he does more of organizing the team.

And the team's other All-Star Stoudemire spent two years until he completely evolved into a historically top scoring monster in the 04-05 season!

His face-to-frame skills and mid-range shots allow him to score as he pleases, especially when he picks and rolls with Nash, whether it is the next inside dunk or a step-in mid-range shot, the opponent feels very embarrassed.

Facing the Spurs in the 05 playoffs, Stoudemire averaged 37 points per game. Although the Spurs tried their best to pinch Nash to give him a chance, such statistics are amazing enough for a third-year player, especially when he faces It's Duncan.

But this does not allow them to cross the two mountains of the Spurs and Mavericks.

His defense is always indescribable!

The Suns now need a leader who can bring them confidence and strength in positional battles, and there is no doubt that there is no better player than Gao Tian!

At this time, Gao Tian was meeting with Suns general manager Steve Kerr and head coach D'Antoni. Looking at the familiar and unfamiliar two people in front of him, Gao Tian sighed, who would have thought that they would meet in ten years? Becoming rivals, I never imagined that I have changed so much. The Celtic Big Three, which should have been formed next year, were successfully formed this year, and the Suns, who I am about to join, dared to show such courage. No wonder, after all, they are the figures who will lead the small ball era in the future.

"Gao, I believe you are clear, we will get you in the draft!"

Looking at Cole, who was still slightly agitated and uneasy, Gao Tian smiled and said, "Yes, didn't you all say this a long time ago? I'm looking forward to the next trip."

"Yes! I believe you already know a little about our Suns team. I don't know what your position is in the team in the future?" D'Antoni said.

"I have a certain understanding of running and bombing. I should play a regular small forward in the regular period as a rotating defense, fixed-point three-pointers, and air cuts. At critical moments, I know that the team When I need to take over the game, I step up and score!"

Gao Tian's eyes were full of confidence.

"Haha, yes, I am very much looking forward to your arrival. After the draft, I hope you can come to the team's training camp to participate in the team's joint training. The team has already rented you a luxury villa near the arena."

"Okay, I will, thank you so much."

Watching D'Antoni and Cole leave slowly with smiles, Gao Tian was also full of anticipation and excitement.

Originally I thought I was going to the icy and snowy place in Toronto, but I didn't expect to go to the Suns. This team that leads the trend of basketball but is full of regrets, I was a Nash fan in my previous life!

Is this predestined by God?

Satisfy your regrets and unwillingness.

In a blink of an eye, the draft meeting was officially held at Madison Square Garden in New York. Looking at Aldridge and Roy, Redick, Rondo and others, who were surrounded by green faces, they looked excited and at a loss. , Gao Tian smiled, everyone will be panicked at this moment of deciding their own destiny.

Watching David Stern who was being booed on the stage slowly, Gao Tian understood that his NBA journey was about to come!
"Toronto Raptors selected the No. [-] pick in the first round, a small forward from Wake Forest University, Gao Tian, ​​who is [-] meters tall!"

Accompanied by cheers and the sound of cameras taking pictures, Gao Tian walked up to Stern in the center of the stage with joy on his face, shook hands with the white-haired Stern to express his gratitude, and then took the one representing The champion put on the hat for himself and waved to everyone.

"This is the second champion from China. I hope you can catch up with your predecessor Yao Ming. Work hard! I look forward to seeing more Chinese rookies in the future!"

Gao Tian smiled, then went down after saying a few words, watching them being elected one by one, Gao Tian understood that he had changed history!

The original No. [-] pick, Bargnani, was selected by the Trail Blazers, and then the order was a bit messed up, but history still has the principle of error correction. Most players were still selected according to the historical trajectory, except because of Gao Tian's own life trajectory. Zhan En, who was selected by the Bobcats with the No. [-] pick.

After the draft was over, all the reporters rushed to the front to interview Gao Tian. At this moment, a somewhat familiar figure suddenly came into Gao Tian's sight, ran too fast, and threw herself into Gao Tian's arms again.

Gao Tian was a little speechless, this is the second time!
Why do I have to throw myself into my arms every time, but I have a really good figure, well-proportioned, and very soft.

Annie leaned shyly on Gao Tian's body, seeing that the crowd was about to squeeze over, she had no choice but to think of what happened last time, so she could only throw herself into his arms, but it was so comfortable to be held by him , so warm.

The surrounding reporters were speechless, and some even exclaimed that it was her again!But this method is very good, why am I not a woman?
Gao Tian felt that something was wrong with him, so he quickly helped Annie up, coughed at her twice, and signaled her to ask questions quickly.

Annie quickly tidied up her clothes, controlled her blushing face, motioned for the cameraman to catch up, coughed and asked, "Mr. Gao Tian, ​​first of all, congratulations on becoming the No. 2006 pick in the [-] NBA draft. No. [-] pick, and what are your thoughts on joining the Phoenix Suns?"

"Well, being the No. [-] pick is a very special experience. I will work harder and try to integrate into the team as soon as possible. I am very excited at the moment because I urgently hope to contribute to the team."

"Okay, as everyone knows, the Suns are a strong team in the playoffs, but they have fallen on the floor of the Western Conference Finals for two consecutive years. Do you think you can help them get through the Western Conference Finals and even win the championship?"

"I think it's possible! I can only say that I will definitely do what I should do when the team needs me!"

"OK, thanks."

After Annie finished speaking, she suddenly gave Gao Tian a look. Gao Tian was taken aback for a moment, and before he could understand what she meant, he saw Annie go straight away.

Then Gao Tian was interviewed for three full hours, which made Gao Tian feel exhausted and his head swelled. After the end, he hurried back to the hotel, but looking at the woman standing in front of his door, he was stunned.

　Thanks to the book friends who recommend and bookmark, a new week has begun again, haha, Ming people don’t say dark words, I want your recommendation tickets.

　　


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