Starting with 2006

Chapter 258 Goodbye, my youth! (two in one)

"The biggest trade in NBA history was born!"

The Suns sent this year's championship MVP Gao Tian and the team's seventh player Ricky Davis. They got the Bobcats' star Gerald Wallace, the Lakers' Kwame Brown and the Bobcats' 09 first-round pick.

The Celtics sent Gerald Green, the 05th pick in the first round of 18, Tony Allen, the 04th pick in the first round of 25, and the fifth pick in the first round of 07. They got Emeka of the Bobcats Okafor, Jordan Farmar of the Lakers, and Matt Barnes of the Warriors.

The Lakers sent Kwame Brown, the No. 01 pick in 06, Jordan Farmar, the 26th pick in the first round of [-], Jason Richardson from the Warriors, Tony Allen from the Celtics, and Raymond Fell from the Bobcats. Ton and Matt Carroll.

The Golden State Warriors sent Jason Richardson, the fifth pick in 01, and Matt Barnes to the Bobcats' Sean May, and the Bobcats' second-round pick in 08, Gerald Green from the Celtics.

The Bobcats sent the team's star Gerald Wallace, No. 04 Emeka Okafor in 05, Raymond Felton, fifth overall pick in the first round in 08, Matt Carroll, Sean May, and 09 The second-round pick and the first-round pick in 07, they got Ricky Davis from the Suns and Gao Tian, ​​the Celtics' fifth pick in the first round in [-].

This transaction was like a depth bomb that directly blew everyone out. This transaction involving a total of 2000 players from five teams surpassed the 12-person transaction involving four teams including the New York Knicks in [-]. The transaction became the largest transaction in NBA history.

This is nothing, the most important thing is that it involves the 07 NBA championship Phoenix Suns, everyone knows that the main body of this transaction is the core players of the Phoenix Suns, who is also the MVP of this year's NBA Finals, the hottest player in the NBA The rookie Gao Tian carried out, and everything was a series of transactions triggered by the Bobcats in order to get Gao Tian.

For this reason, ESPN invited several well-known people to hold a special discussion meeting to discuss the impact of this transaction on the teams involved in the transaction and on the league.

"For the Golden State Warriors, this is the completion of their planned plan. They successfully sent away the second highest paid player in the team. Jason Richardson's ability is extremely repetitive in the Warriors. They Getting a first-round pick is an advance plan for the future, and the extra two players are like lottery tickets, what if they are scratched out? So we give the Warriors a C! They made a small profit Pen."

"The Celtics sent away a possible future in exchange for the improvement of the team's bench endurance. The Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cavaliers fully demonstrated the impact of good bench players on a team's ability. Emeka Oka Even if his talent is not fulfilled, Fu is still an excellent inside player. He can become Garnett's inside helper with Perkins, and Jordan Farmer is a master of chaos. He can take out the guard at certain times Extremely versatile performance, for the Celtics, this is the uncertainty they need, we will give this deal B! The Celtics will never be afraid of any team in the playoffs!"

"The Lakers seemed to be bleeding away a No. 16 pick, but they got Jason Richardson, who averaged 5+14 per game. This is the ball-handling player the Lakers desperately need. A player who is tender enough to attack with the ball. Although his big contract is a bit premium, they don't care about it at all for the rich and powerful Lakers. Although Tony Allen is extremely lacking in offensive means, his brilliant performance on the defensive end is enough. A defensive leader who can play against opposing stars will reduce Kobe's defensive pressure a lot, and Raymond Felton is a perfect player for the Lakers. The Lakers have almost no guards who can pass the ball, and this one has only finished his second year. But his pass control performance is extremely good. The average of 7+[-] per game is definitely enough for the Lakers. We will give the Lakers a B! The only bad thing is that their total salary exceeds the salary cap, which means That means they have to cut some players."

Next, it involves the two most important teams in this transaction. They discussed and gave their views.

"Although the Suns sent away the most eye-catching player in the 06 season for some unknown reason, their finals MVP, one of the most talented players in the world, but their strength has not decreased much. The arrival of Gerald Wallace can replace half of Gao Tian's role. Although his outside shooting is not as good as Gao Tian's, his inside offensive skills are much better than Gao Tian's, and his defense will also make the Suns The defense has gone up a level, so their strength will not decrease. Even with Kwame Brown, who has an excellent interior defense, to make up for the biggest shortcoming, their overall strength is likely to rise! In this deal, we To B! After all, they lost this player who may be one of the best players in the league now and in the future."

"As for... Bobcats, they sent out four of the team's five starters last season, and at the same time they sent out the 08 and 09 first-round picks. It can be said that they want to change their destiny through the draft. The road will not work for at least the next two years. If they want to improve the strength of the team, they can only trade and sign players in the free market. But what big names can they really attract in the small ball market? Is it a free agent? And if they pass a trade, the only one they have value and can trade is the team's guard Jann, but will Gao Tian agree to the team's trade of Jann?"

"No matter from which point of view, the Bobcats' trade is not very cost-effective, at least within two or three years, but it may not be in the future. It seems that Jann's talent can only make him a The league's quasi-first-class guards, such Bobcats only have one Gao Tian, ​​they need to survive the two or three years when only Gao Tian leads the team, but after the contract expires, will Gao Tian choose the Bobcats who have no hope? This is a A very realistic choice. The championship is the most important thing for a player. They will definitely give up a lot of things for the future championship. If Gao Tian wins the championship in his rookie season or let Gao Tian see the championship Maybe he will continue to stay in the Bobcats if he hopes, but can the Bobcats with only this year's draft pick really do it?"

"Even so, we still gave the Bobcats a B rating for this deal, not because of anything, just because they got Gao Tian in the deal."

With the evaluation of ESPN and many experts, the news about this transaction fermented faster, and everyone who knew the news was unbelievable, and this transaction shocked the world not only because it was the transaction involving the largest number of people in NBA history , Not many people will pay attention to where Gerald Wallace and Jason Richardson have gone, and more people don’t know who Gerald Green and Tony Allen Raymond Felton are , They just saw that the sun traded Gao Tian.

The meaning contained in this name is enough to make everyone feel crazy and unbelievable. Gao Tian’s performance in his rookie season is still vivid in his mind, but the Suns just traded the most important player of the team. Before it even started, what was on everyone's mind was, has the collective mind of the Suns' management team been caught by the door?

In other words, no team would do such a stupid thing, but the Suns did it.

After receiving the news, the outraged Suns fans have already blocked the office building of the Suns. They held signs and shouted slogans, asking the team to return their glory, and they don't want Gerald Wallace and "parallel imports". No. [-]" Kwame Brown!
Seeing the fans getting more and more excited, Steve Kerr and the Suns boss had a headache. They had no choice but to start the press conference that was originally scheduled for the evening. The management hoped that he could say a few words to the fans in advance to control the scene, and he readily agreed. After all, maintaining stability is the most important thing. He really feels uncomfortable with these sincere and lovely fans.

No one will not experience difficulties, even Gao Tian will have ups and downs at some times, and when he is at a low point, these lovely fans go to the arena to cheer him up, encourage him to stand up again, and even Put up a banner near his home encouraging him to do better next game.

It is precisely because of these lovely fans that Gao Tian will have nostalgia for this team and this city. The essence of the NBA is business, and most players are just dispensable tools in the eyes of the team. essence.

But why do so many players still have feelings for a team, because he has countless fans who have always supported him and encouraged him, and never leave him through every game. This is the most sincere and also the most important thing. The most unforgettable feelings.

For fans, players are their spiritual sustenance. They pour all their unsatisfactory life and their loneliness on the players. For them, their favorite players are their spiritual support.

So this is the most attractive part of the NBA. Real emotions are intertwined in business. Some people watch the game for the thrill of victory, some people watch their favorite stars, and some people focus on this. A habit that has lasted for decades, the team has become a part of their lives and spends their best time with them.

So Gao Tian came to the front of the building. He stood in front of the fans who were protesting. Looking at the excited fans, he picked up the loudspeaker and shouted: "My friends, don't get excited! I know you are angry and dissatisfied because I left Phoenix. So now I'm here!"

"At this time a year ago, when I was still helpless and didn't know where I would go, Mr. Steve and Coach Mike appeared in front of me. They told me where my life should go. They showed me where I was headed, and I'm grateful they brought me to Phoenix, the fans here are so enthusiastic, I know you, and you, you've always encouraged me, cheered me on, I'm really grateful Thank you for your support and trust in me over the past year."

"But there is an old saying in China that says there is no banquet that never ends. All those who walk side by side will eventually part ways. It's not that there is any problem among us, but that our paths are different. Now that day has come."

"Although I am leaving Phoenix, there is no doubt that I will always love this city and I will always remember you, all of you."

"Goodbye, my friends!"

All the protesting crowd looked at the big boy standing on the steps without saying a word since Gao Tian started talking, watching his expression change from excitement to sadness, their mood followed Gao Tian Everyone was silent when Gao Tian said the last goodbye. Many of them silently wiped the tears from the corners of their eyes. They were about to lose their favorite player.

But just like what he said, they finally reached the day when they separated from Gao Tian. There was no conspiracy, nothing dirty, and some were just showing their true feelings to the fans, so Gao Tian slowly waved to them They left the sight of all their eyes full of reluctance until they disappeared into the darkness.

The scene of the press conference was very silent, an extremely abnormal silence. Most of the reporters who came in with Gao Tian looked a little sad. Separation is the most painful thing in the world. The relationship between Gao Tian and all the fans is deep. They are deeply infected, this emotion does not need words, it goes straight to everyone's heart.

Cole looked at the silent reporters and he couldn't help coughing lightly. Looking at Gao Tian whose expression gradually returned to normal, he said loudly: "Ladies and gentlemen, what's your problem? This is Gao Tian's last game in Phoenix. Press conference, if you don't ask your question, you will regret it in the future."

The reporters who heard this woke up one after another, and then remembered their identities and missions here. In an instant, the lively atmosphere that should have been restored here. Cole nodded in satisfaction looking at the constantly raised hands, This is the correct reality.

But when he met Gao Tian's eyes that were neither happy nor sad, his heart shrank suddenly, and his eyes turned to the other side unconsciously. He couldn't tell what kind of emotion he was feeling about Gao Tian's departure. , Is it reluctance or pain or relaxation?

He doesn't like being with Gao Tian, ​​because he thinks Gao Tian is too smart. Although he is usually lazy, occasionally when he is serious, his eyes can really penetrate people's hearts. A sharpness that hits the soul directly!

Although Gao Tian seldom speaks, he knows that Gao Tian has seen through many things a long time ago. He is too old to be a young player at all. Although he has the blood that young people should have, he will never be attracted by this This kind of enthusiasm has lost his true thoughts. He always knows exactly how he will go, so when the crisis arises, he makes his own decision at the first moment, which is the most sensible decision.

Cole looked at Gao Tian, ​​who was smiling and talking to all the reporters. He abandoned all emotions in his heart. No matter how beautiful he is, he is just the past, and no matter how moved, he will eventually become the past tense. Be looked up to by everyone!

Since he chose the most difficult path, they naturally would not have any objections. They followed Gao Tian and watched him walk to the Suns arena to hug Nash, Dior, Lagabel, Stoudemire, and everyone one by one. After the farewell, watching him and Ricky Davis suddenly turn around and wave goodbye to them when he and Ricky Davis were about to walk out of the gate of the arena, Cole subconsciously clenched his hands tightly, then he released his fists, and followed Everyone waved goodbye to them both.

This is the last goodbye, or, see you.

From then on, it's better not to see each other than to see each other. When we meet again, we will meet each other. At that time, they are no longer teammates, they are enemies!

(End of this chapter)