Jim Bass Ambition

Chapter 40
Speaking of Chris Anderson's draft experience, it can be described as twists and turns.

He made a big joke at the draft that year. Because he didn’t understand the rules at all, Anderson just posted a circle of friends saying that he was going to participate in the draft, but he didn’t submit an application to the league. As a result, he was not included in that draft. name.

Finally, with the help of his high school coach, he was able to land in the NBA after two years in the CBA and NBDL.Signed a three-year minimum contract with the Denver Nuggets with a team option.

Anderson, who was preparing to make a big splash in the Nuggets that had been waiting for a while, had just rented a house in Denver and had to move to Los Angeles.

Big cities not only bring more convenience, but also more temptations. Los Angeles is the City of Angels for some people and Gomorrah for more people.

Just arrived at the team's first training session, Anderson did not encounter a routine test trial, but under the auspices of the team's assistant coach Stevens, had a strange duel.

His opponent is the team's main power forward Ben Wallace.

The problem is that the two compete for a rebound that Stevens deliberately missed under a fair chance.

Anderson was a little puzzled. Shouldn't new players join the team to do some training such as physical tests, shooting, and free throws?Or practice with the team to familiarize yourself with tactics and teammates?Why come up directly to grab a rebound?Fortunately, although my skills are rough, but I can jump and jump, I shouldn't suffer too much.

Without too much nonsense, Ben Wallace, wearing a training vest, stood at the place designated by Stevens.

"I will take [-] shots. As long as you can grab [-] of them, Mr. Anderson, you are considered qualified. Otherwise, we will send you to the Development League, because as far as we know, your current ability is not enough to play on the ball. Rotate the team."

"What is this? It's too contemptuous." Anderson was a little annoyed, and was about to argue with Stevens when the ball had already been shot.

Anderson, who was caught off guard, did not make any response, and Big Ben easily accepted the rebound.

"[-] to [-], Mr. Anderson, please concentrate, the game has begun."

Ben returned the ball to Stevens, and the second shot was taken immediately.

The ball hit the basket and bounced to Daben's side, and Daben leaped high to receive the rebound.

Anderson, who thought it was luck, couldn't help but get angry when he found that the next five times were all on Ben's side. Stevens obviously wanted to be partial.

"what do you mean?"

"Mr. Anderson, there are still [-] chances, you can choose to give up or continue."

Of course, Anderson couldn't choose to give up. It was hard for him to have the opportunity to play in the NBA.

The next shot is undoubtedly still biased towards Da Ben's side. Although he is not capable enough to play in the NBA, Stevens is also the best basketball player in high school, and he can easily do it intentionally.

Anderson fought hard against Ben, competing for a powerful position, trying to take off the ball, trying to get the ball away from Ben, but facing this rebounding expert who was not weak in jumping, and his strength and experience were far superior to his own, the young Anderson Efforts can only be in vain.

The game ended with a score of [-]-[-].

Big Ben returns the ball to Stevens.

"Unfortunately, Mr. Anderson, this is the end of our test." Stevens finished, throwing the ball towards the basket.

Anderson jumped up and caught the ball that popped out.

Stevens on the side showed a puzzled smile.

"Go to the VP's office, Chris, he has something to say to you."

Anderson didn't notice Stevens' change of address, threw the basketball to the ground, turned around and left.

"Wait a minute, this is your jersey. Your seat is next to Ben. I think you guys already know each other." Stevens handed a No. [-] jersey to Anderson, and pointed to Wallace beside him. Wallace and Anderson nodded.

Confused Anderson came to Jim's office.

"Looks like you've passed Brad's workout, so, Chris, welcome to the Los Angeles Lakers."

Anderson was even more confused.

"Chris, you are the player I personally planned from the Nuggets trade. I think you can be an effective part of the team, but the premise is that you need to ensure that you can concentrate on playing in any situation. I have seen too many Talented people, they didn't cherish the gift of God, and quickly disappeared from the league; I have also seen many people with insufficient talent, such as Ben, who was born in the same draft as you, but he became a A defender that no one wants to face, I think you have a lot in common with Ben, and your experience makes you understand how difficult it is to play in the league."

Anderson nodded.

"So, Chris, do your best and don't let me down. Go to practice."

Watching Anderson walk out of the office, Jim took a big sip from his water glass.

For problematic players like Anderson, proper guidance will be a supplement that cannot be ignored, but vice versa may also cause harm to the team.I'll have to wait and see how effective this play is.

In the previous signing, Jim has admitted that he was blind, and finally gave up the plan to rescue Mike James. The result of the previous discussion with Zen Master was to give James some good statistics without affecting the team's record. A few days ago, it happened to catch up with the end of James' three-month trade freeze period. Try to find someone who has taken advantage of him and sell him on a stretcher in exchange for some positive assets.

The Lakers ushered in a four-day, three-game Eastern Conference road trip, challenging the Raptors, Pistons and Pacers consecutively.After easily defeating the first two opponents, the Lakers encountered tenacious resistance from the Pacers. The game was dog-toothed, full of physical confrontation and malicious fouls. Ben Wallace received two technical fouls early and returned to the locker room. Pacers veteran Rejimi Le even had a conflict with Kobe in the second quarter of the game, which triggered a large-scale melee, and the two were both expelled on the spot.

Stephen Jackson and Anthony Mason performed outstandingly in the conflict. The two were invincible and unstoppable. They broke the head of Jaylen Rose and were eventually expelled. After the game, they were each suspended by the league for [-] games.Recruit Chris Anderson also contributed a wonderful flying kick, which kicked Travis Best into the audience, and at the same time won himself a two-game suspension ticket, which made him extremely fleshy despite his low salary. pain.

With consecutive back-to-backs and lack of manpower, the Lakers could only allow Richmond, who had been out of battle for a long time, to top the shooting guard position, played the entire second half, and eventually lost the game.

In response to the brawl, after the Lakers returned to Los Angeles, they were hosted by Vice President Jim Buss and held a small-scale internal meeting at Jim's home. No one knew about the content of the meeting. Only passers-by claimed to have seen Stephen Jackson, Anthony The three of Mason and Chris Anderson walked away from Jim's house side by side, singing an unknown social rock, without the slightest awareness of being suspended and fined.

Back at home, the Lakers will face a strong challenge from the highly motivated Minnesota Timberwolves led by Kevin Garnett.

　Thank you again for the collection and recommendation of old and new friends~ I will have the first achievement soon~ I look forward to it~
　　


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