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Chapter 269 A Little Change

The 21-year-old Wang Zhizhi did not come to the scene.

He's listed in the draft as a late first-round pick.

As for the small green house players invited by the league, there must be about 20 players, or dark horse players who may explode.

He was actually watching the event in a local hotel in Portland.

At the same time watching the draft conference, there were also his agent, Xia Song, and the accompanying translator and other staff.

Chasson was the best agent of his generation and one of the first.

The job of agent is not new in Laomei, but it is rare in China, especially in the basketball world.

Xia Song's concept is relatively advanced, and his vision is relatively long-term. In the past two years when domestic professional basketball has just developed, he has stood out. During the time when he accompanied Wang Zhizhi to go abroad, he deeply understood that an agent not only needs to understand foreign languages ​​and basketball, but also needs to understand professional sports and business operations. At the same time, he also needs to balance various relationships.

Xia Song has worked tirelessly to push Wang Zhizhi to go to the United States.

Without him interspersed introductions and exchanges between the Basketball Association and the Bayi Team, I don’t know when the date of Wang Zhizhi’s trip to the United States will be postponed.

Now, the daughter-in-law has become a mother-in-law, and the good things that have been waiting for a long time are finally coming to the surface.

The results of the first fourteen draft picks have been released. These fourteen players are lottery players in the 98 draft, and they belong to the key training targets of future teams.

After 14th, the status in the team will not be so high.

There are relatively few players who can play after this pick, and the probability of becoming an All-Star is far less than that of a lottery player.

So every year, lottery draft picks are very valuable. Once they pass the lottery, they are relatively less valuable.

Wang Zhizhi waited a little anxiously. In the hotel room, there were accompanying reporters and a camera. The camera zoomed in on Wang Zhizhi's face, and it was obvious that his spirit had collapsed.

"Brother Dong said that if you are really nervous, you can call Qin Fei and listen to seniors' opinions."

Xia Song threw out his trump card, and it was the first time Wang Zhizhi heard this argument.

The Brother Dong that Xia Song talked about was Hu Weidong. He was also a member of the national team, and Wang Zhizhi was also familiar with him, and he always regarded him as a big brother.

Wang Zhizhi is actually not very familiar with Qin Fei's words, but his name is like thunder.

The two have met several times before and played against each other in summer league.

This

Wang Zhizhi somewhat hesitated.

In fact, he has always been more envious of Qin Fei. Qin Fei is a real free man. He wants to do whatever he wants, and he goes to become the strongest athlete without any distractions.

For Wang Zhizhi, Qin Fei is a pioneering role model.

Qin Fei proved that a player with his skin color can achieve results in the NBA.

Qin Fei also strengthened Wang Zhizhi's confidence in coming to the NBA to hone himself, and urged him to embark on such a path.

Wang Zhizhi picked up his mobile phone, which contained Qin Fei's number.

Qin Fei told many Chinese basketball players his personal contact information, and Wang Zhizhi also kept a copy. He finally hesitated, then picked up the phone and dialed.

Before the blind voice appeared, he was a little nervous.

"Hi, I'm Qin Fei"

Wang Zhizhi knew Qin Fei's Chinese was a thief, so he didn't respond to Qin Fei's English, and spoke Chinese directly: "Brother Fei, I'm Wang Zhizhi"

Wang Zhizhi was one year older than Qin Fei, and Fei Ge blurted out subconsciously.

I was a little hesitant when I said it, but after I yelled the first time, I became more comfortable.

"It's Dazhi, why did you call me all of a sudden?"

Qin Fei is watching the draft. He is concerned about two things in this year's draft. One is what the Sonics will do, and the other is the whereabouts of Big Zhi.

Qin Fei remembered that Wang Zhizhi should theoretically turn 22 next year and be selected by the Mavericks in the second round. It seems that Wang Zhizhi himself did not take the initiative to participate in the draft.

There is a deviation between the memory and the reality at this moment, the wings of a butterfly can create a storm, not to mention that he is still a "very strong" butterfly.

Qin Fei's tone was more cheerful, and he didn't seem to be putting on airs. When Qin Fei asked Wang Zhizhi, he scratched his head foolishly, and then sighed, "Brother, it's fine, that's it."

"All I know is that it's not your turn yet, so I'm a little anxious, aren't I?"

Qin Fei is so smart, Wang Zhizhi has already understood half of what he said.

In fact, it's just that the mentality of the young is a little broken.

Little things

Qin Fei coughed twice, and "Father of Modern Chicken Soup for the Soul" is back online.

"Big Zhi, maybe I'm a little direct when I say this, but you should know that the draft is actually just a ticket, a ticket to the NBA. As for the story after that, you have to rely on your own efforts to slowly write it."

"Our greatest sorrow is walking on the road in confusion, unable to see the hope ahead; our worst habit is living in the present, not knowing the direction of tomorrow."

"As an NBA player, or a prospective NBA player, you should feel lucky, because at the age of 21, you already have a direction to work hard and a distance you can see."

"Of course, you should also learn to calm down, just like you are waiting silently at this moment."

"In the NBA, the most important thing is to wait. Only by being able to endure loneliness and learn how to wait, can you surprise everyone with your skills and show your edge at the moment you appear on the court."

Qin Fei's words of chicken soup made Wang Zhizhi a little dizzy.

But the effect is quite good, Dazhi is not panic anymore, because according to Qin Fei's words, he seems to be quite successful?

Qin Fei didn't know how much Wang Zhizhi could understand, but Da Zhi had a very good personality. As long as he learned to wait and train hard, after the legalization of the zone defense, he could shoot and move offensive insiders like this.

Wang Zhizhi said: "I went to participate in some trial training before, and I always felt a little out of place. In terms of cultural life, there is a big difference."

"Yes, this is a very important aspect."

Qin Fei was also about to talk about this aspect with Wang Zhizhi, which was actually more important than simply training and playing, because in the final analysis, playing basketball was still a sport for people to do.

The relationship is not good off the court, how can I get a pass from my teammates on the court?

If it is an outside player, it is better. The inside players have fewer chances to touch the ball. Once the tactics are played, the guards will be bored, so there is no chance.

"You don't have to care about which team you go to play at all. The first thing to do is not to arouse the disgust of your current teammates. Don't express your unwillingness to play in certain places. Of course, if you want, you can even praise your future club, wear it for thousands of times, and flatter you."

"Being in a team doesn't mean you are against other teams. You have to learn to maintain a good connection and impression with other teams. No matter what it looks like on the court, there should be a sense of awe from professional players below the court."

Qin Fei didn't have the nerve to say the big move, in fact it was licking, licking one is called dog licking, and licking a group is called wolf warriors

Wang Zhizhi seized the opportunity and chatted with Qin Fei a lot about the NBA. Qin Fei also knew everything, and tried his best to help Wang Zhizhi understand the things in the NBA and help him uncover the mystery of the NBA.

The two chatted for more than ten minutes. Although Wang Zhizhi was chatting, he kept his eyes on the TV.

Soon, the first 20 players were all selected

With the 21st pick, the Charlotte Hornets selected Ricky Davis from the University of Iowa. This man is 2 meters tall, a swingman with a forward guard, and has excellent physical fitness.

Ricky Davis can also be regarded as a flying man, but his skills are relatively rough and his shooting is very unstable. At present, it seems that his mouth-watering physical fitness is the most important reason why he can be selected in this pick.

With the 22nd pick, the Los Angeles Clippers selected Brian Skinner.

With the 23rd pick, the Denver Nuggets selected Tyronn Lue

24th pick, San Antonio Spurs, selected

At this time, the vice president of the league, Granik, presided over the draft. After a slight pause, he read out the player's name: "Wang Zhizhi! From China"

At that time, there was a lot of applause at the scene.

Some Supersonics fans from Seattle loved Wujiu and cheered for the selected Chinese player.

Wang Zhizhi was stunned, excited but also a little confused, a big rock in his heart didn't know whether it had fallen to the ground or not.

The exciting part is that he was finally selected by the NBA, and the confused part is that the team that selected him, he doesn't seem to have tried much!

He doesn't even know where San Antonio is

"congratulations!"

Qin Fei sent a congratulatory message to Wang Zhizhi on the phone.

Then in this hotel room, Wang Zhizhi hugged each other with his agent, staff, etc. Wang Zhizhi did not forget to thank Qin Fei for his encouragement.

"Thank you, Brother Fei!"

Look, after taking the first step in some things, things will follow suit.

For example, this brother Fei, from the unfamiliarity of his mouth, became more and more fluent in the back.

"The Spurs are good. Popovich wants to make you a substitute insider for the Twin Towers. With your mid-range and long-range shooting and support ability, it just fits the Twin Towers strategy."

Qin Fei also said it casually, and after Wang Zhizhi heard it, it seemed to make sense.

What about the calf?

At this time, in the Mavericks conference room at the draft site, Nelson Jr. was furious, because no one in the uniform team responded to his operation, especially his respected father, who did not approve of him recruiting a Chinese player who had never proven himself in the college league.

"Does it matter? Dirk hasn't proved himself, so you still operate like this?" Little Nelson really likes Wang Zhizhi. This humble and hard-working young man has too many shining points. Seeing such a bright pearl in front of his eyes, but others are unmoved, he really hates iron.

"Do you think it's Qin Fei? Not every player can improve every year like Qin Fei."

Some people sneered and sarcastic, which made Nelson even more unbearable, and couldn't help feeling short-sighted.

At this moment, the phone rang, and Old Nelson answered it.

"Uh-huh"

After the conversation, Old Nelson hung up the phone.

"The Bucks have agreed to our trade request, guys, I think we can cheer, Dirk Nowitzki is coming to the Dallas Mavericks!"

Everyone cheered, Nowitzki is the only target of the Mavericks uniform group this year's draft.

Wang Zhizhi is only the target of Nelson Jr., and there is an essential difference between the two.

Soon, the NBA officially announced a new transaction message. The Milwaukee Bucks exchanged the No. 9 pick Dirk Nowitzki and No. 19 Garrity selected this year for the Mavericks' No. 6 pick Robert Traylor.

A two-for-one deal, but the Milwaukee Bucks felt like they had earned it.

Because Robert Traylor is so much like that Houston Flying Pig!

Robert's official registration is 2 meters tall and weighs up to 03 kilograms. He has a large frame and strong explosive power. He is nicknamed "Tractor". Such a monster, think about how he runs fast. How many players in the NBA can stop him?

Even seeing Robert wearing a college jersey, I feel so strong that the jersey will explode.

So the Bucks fans are very happy, Dirk Nowitzki has no reputation, the combination of "Dirk + Ray Allen"?It's unreliable to think about it. The Bucks are not the Musketeers. Why do they need so many shooters?It's better to rush up, and it's more comprehensive to engage in internal lines and then external lines!

Originally, Nelson Jr. reserved a 30th pick and planned to choose Wang Zhizhi, but various market conditions showed that Wang Zhizhi would definitely be selected before.

Sure enough, the Spurs chose Wang Zhizhi.

If it was another team, Nelson Jr. felt that he could still mediate, but the Spurs

And now there is a problem within the Mavericks uniform team. Although he is the deputy general manager, his actual business is international scouting work. In the real draft, he has to listen to the opinions of old Nelson and several other assistant coaches.

Originally, Nelson Jr. planned to let the Mavericks start Dirk's trade plan in advance, so that the Bucks could select Wang Zhizhi at the 19th pick, but everyone didn't have this plan. They just wanted to use the 30th pick to select this young man who Nelson strongly recommended.

Well now, the Spurs have cut off their beards, but everyone looks very happy, and they have no intention of trading with the Spurs.

Little Nelson only felt that there were enemies all around him. Where were his teammates?

On the other hand, after the Spurs selected Wang Zhizhi, Qin Fei reminded Wang Zhizhi to ask Xia Song to call Nelson Jr.

Then I thanked Nelson for his great efforts and work when he was in China.

"I'm sorry, Wang, I wanted to bring your talent to Dallas, but now except for some small changes, the NBA is like this, you never know what will happen in the next second."

Little Nelson was very moved when he received Wang Zhizhi's call. Wang Zhizhi is affectionate and righteous. Even if he is selected by other teams, he must thank him specially.

he has some heartache, spurs

In the Spurs conference room, PC Buford, then director of scouting, recommended Wang Zhizhi to Spurs general manager and head coach Popovich.

"Although Wang Zhizhi is not a particularly talented player, he is humble and hardworking enough, obeys orders, and has good tactical execution. The Spurs' two towers cooperate with each other tacitly. The goal of the free market is to strengthen the perimeter. In the draft, there is no need to find some inappropriate perimeter players. This player is more than enough as a substitute."

Buford's thinking is clear and he points out some of Wang Zhizhi's strengths.

Sometimes, the choice of players is not to choose the strongest, but to choose the most suitable one, because there are only five positions on the basketball court. How to combine the five positions to maximize their effectiveness has always been the team concept promoted by Popovich.

So this suggestion was immediately adopted by Popovich and implemented.

So Wang Zhizhi was selected by the Spurs with the 24th overall pick in the first round. The news spread back to China, which aroused great repercussions.

Outside the conference room, Buford's friend Shuwartz waited for him for a long time.

Finally, at the end of the draft, Buford came out, and Schwartz greeted him, expressing his meaning.

Buford nodded, dealing with agents is now a must for scouts.

"There is no rush to report now, you can help him deal with some formalities, there is plenty of time."

Buford told Schwartz: "Of course, don't forget to remind him to strengthen training, don't waste the good time of summer, and strive to have some new and eye-catching things when the team reports."

NBA coaches also like surprises. When a defensive player is able to complete the offense occasionally, or a player who is crazy on the perimeter starts to shoot steadily after an off-season, this is the most rewarding item in the mind of the coach.

(End of this chapter)