NBA: Miracle Workers

Chapter 751: "Giants" everywhere. (Daily Chapter)
On Sunday, August 2010, 8, at 15:13, Madison Square Garden was once again packed.

On the last day of the World Basketball Festival, the United States and France will have a warm-up match, and later on, there will be a match between China and Puerto Rico.

Madison Square Garden tickets are rarely cheap, starting at $15, but ticket scalpers are making a lot of money, and many angry fans have been cursing the unscrupulous businessmen on social media every day recently.

The event that started on Thursday swept across New York, with six college leagues sending their own players, which was also a rare opportunity for exposure.

Duke University has the most players. Kyle Singler has been interviewed frequently recently. Players from Butler University, Purdue University and University of Wisconsin have also received attention, but the response has been mediocre.

Most of the players sent out are juniors and seniors. Judging from talent alone, it would be a success if they can enter the lottery next year. They can't be compared with those popular rookies at all.

Just like Kemba Walker of the University of Connecticut, who grew up in the Bronx, New York, and led his team to defeat Derrick Rose in high school;

After entering college, he also had outstanding performances in the NCAA, but no matter how he performed, it was still difficult to get recognition from the New York media.

Although many New York fans support Kemba Walker, the hometown kid, most people were attracted by the basketball succubus after Kyrie Irving appeared.
Kemba Walker is indeed good, but Kyrie Irving is even better. Given a choice, the New York fans who are tired of winning still prefer young people with outstanding talents!
There was still half an hour before the game. Kemba Walker, who was sitting at the front of the arena wearing a Knicks championship hat, was a little nervous and didn't even hear what Li You and Michael Jordan were talking about.

In the past few days, all the players on Hook's side except Kobe were mobilized for the activities. On the activity day at Rock Park, Li You and Michael Jordan could be seen practicing basketball with the children for several consecutive days.

The same is true for James, Durant and others, who actively promote their products and donate the equipment they sell to poor communities as charity proceeds.

Hook's activity flow is very skillful and everything is arranged in an orderly manner. Basketball fans have been having a great time these days. As long as they are willing, they can chase these big stars every day.

After the Bobcats changed owners, Michael Jordan was still busy managing the team. Although the debt problem was not a big deal, Michael Jordan still wanted the team to make a profit as soon as possible, at least to secure a playoff spot every season.

Gerald Wallace plays very hard and is loved by local fans. However, ever since he encountered Bynum's iron elbow in San Antonio, "Elvis" has been on a downward trend.

In theory, sending away the star player is not a good move, but Michael Dunk obviously does not intend to offer a big contract to his star player, and the mediocre Gerald Wallace still failed to win the favor of the boss.
The two had not mentioned the players when they were talking about team sponsorship. When Michael Jordan complained about the Bobcats' lack of talent, Li You, who heard the hidden meaning, patted the newbie beside him and recommended with a smile:
"Walker has been a standout player throughout his college career, helping his team reach the Final Four in his first season."

"If you are in the rebuilding period and your draft pick is in the top 10, you can consider him. As long as the team is properly configured, he should be able to meet your playoff goals."

The nervous Kemba Walker was startled. Seeing Michael Jordan's inquiring eyes, the newbie forced a smile and followed with his self-recommendation:
"I've always been a Bobcats fan"

"Rookie, don't force yourself. Sometimes I don't even like watching the Bobcats games!"

Leaning forward and leaning on his knees, Michael Jordan turned his head and interrupted the newbie's polite words with a playful look on his face. Seeing Kemba Walker speechless, Michael Jordan started to show off again:

"I kicked these guys' asses on the training ground! They couldn't even handle a 47-year-old guy one-on-one. You can join our tryout next year, and I'll see how you perform in person."

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Li You laughed out loud while listening to this. Being chosen was supposed to be a good thing, but Kemba Walker looked embarrassed this time. He began to worry that the old man would have to take the field himself next year:
"Sir, I will definitely try my best to show myself!"

Seeing the newbie's nervous look, Li You patted the neglected alumnus again, gave him a reassurance, and said kindly:
"Be confident. They made a fortune playing for the Bobcats. Okafor is also there. If he hadn't been traded, you could have a good conversation."

No longer paying attention to the rookie, Michael Jordan still wants to complain about the big man Okafor. He was praised so much, but his talent has not been fulfilled yet.

Losing is not a happy thing. Michael Dunk has been thinking about trading during the offseason. It seems good to send away "Elvis" and trade Okafor as well, and the team will be completely rebuilt.
The draft is supposed to be a serious matter, but Kemba Walker is feeling the other side of the league at this time.

The newbie just accepted the invitation and participated in the event. His talent was not top-notch, but after Li You recommended him, Michael Jordan agreed immediately and was not worried at all that he would become a fake.

From the perspective of running a team, if you can't select top talents, the other players are all about the same. As for potential players who can lead a team to a stable playoff run, they are already scarce.

There have been a lot of newbies in the past few years, and it’s a weak year for talent shows, so it doesn’t matter which rookie you choose.

Kemba Walker, who was listening attentively, soon noticed that the two were no longer talking about basketball. Michael Jordan seemed to be worried about his eldest son and complained that young people spent too much.

The newbie who saw a bright future gradually relaxed. He thought he had made the right decision to attend the event. It was true that the alumni association would take care of him!

"Oh!!"

Amid cheers, the game is about to begin. Both Parker and Dior are on the French team. The former has been frequently active in New York with Eva these days, while the latter continues to enjoy life in addition to daily training.

The national team training has made Dio grow two sizes bigger. The Frenchman's weight is tending to be a bit off the mark, and it seems that his muscles will turn into fat soon.

Derrick Rose and others running on the court continued to show their talents, and the most dazzling star was naturally Kevin Durant.

Renewing his big contract and looking forward to the "One Man, One City Award", Durant is clearly the true leader of the American men's basketball team. The rules of the International Basketball Federation have no effect on him. In less than half a quarter, he led the team to the lead with inside and outside shots.

Odom also gradually showed his vitality, and the big-butt girls on the sidelines watched the game together. Recently, Khloe Kardashian and her husband have frequently been interviewed in New York, and they easily found the traffic code.

Tyson Chandler seemed a little slow to warm up after joining the national team right after recovering from a shoulder injury. If Howard hadn't rejected the invitation, the championship center would have wanted to rest and recuperate.

However, the USA Basketball Association's call was too sincere, and the team lacked big men, so Chandler agreed and slacked off after entering the training camp.
After Billups completed the steal, he assisted Iguodala to make a slam dunk. Madison Square Garden was instantly boiling and the fans cheered loudly. This scene also made the Big Three of the Heat stand up and cheer.

The camera quickly turned to the group of people. Interestingly, McGrady, who had been trying out for many teams, also applauded along with the young people. The news on Twitter was true, and the out-of-date "Second Man" joined the Heat.

Becoming the focus again, thinking about the frequent rejections last month, McGrady, dressed in sportswear, felt relieved that there were still people who appreciated him.

The game was played at a fast pace. During the intermission, the US team was already leading by 12 points. McGrady smiled and waved, and when he turned around, he couldn't help but proudly show off the gossip:
"Guys, look at these New York fans, they should have heard the news, I swear, the championship is waving to us!"

Wade had previously discussed with the three about the Knicks' withdrawal, and now, feeling the "respect" of New York fans, he was completely convinced, and inflated his confidence and boasted:
“Maybe we should come up with a nice name in advance! That way, when we are interviewed, the reporters will work hard to report on it.”

James was very happy to confirm the championship. Although it was difficult for the outdated "second man" to start, he would definitely have no problem leading the bench. McGrady took the initiative to come in and solve the Heat's troubles:
"'The Big Four'? I think it's still not a good name. It sounds a bit like the title Boston used."

Chris Bosh was also smiling. This was the basketball he remembered. Superstars always attracted veterans. The Knicks were abnormal:
“I think ‘Avengers’ sounds good! I heard Marvel is really planning to make this movie.”

The outdated dragon king directly diverted the topic. On the other side, Anthony and Lala, who were still posing in front of the camera, felt sour. Their basketball plan failed, and Kobe still stayed in Los Angeles. As his friends became more and more successful, Anthony's desire to run away became stronger. Lala seemed to see her husband's thoughts and couldn't help but whispered a suggestion:

“It’s actually not bad to come to Brooklyn to play basketball. You’ve seen basketball activities in New York these days.”

Holding his wife's hand tightly, Anthony did not respond. As long as there was a possibility, he still wanted to play for the Lakers.

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On Monday, August 8, the World Basketball Festival came to a successful conclusion. After ESPN reported yesterday afternoon’s warm-up match, it immediately announced the birth of the “Big Four” to the fans:

"Tracy McGrady joins the Heat on a minimum salary, and Miami fans have given him a big welcome."

The news was officially confirmed, and basketball critics commented on McGrady's joining on social media. The New York Post was the first to report the reason for the selection of the outdated "second man":
"I believe my rich experience in the game can help this team."

"You know, my body is fine, and I can still contribute 20 points off the bench if needed."

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McGrady's current physical condition is a mystery, and no one knows whether the outdated "second man" still has energy left.

The morning show just ended, and Yahoo Sports took the lead again in reporting the news about the Celtics:
"Shaquille O'Neal arrives in Boston! The Shark still hasn't given up on his pursuit of the championship!"

Ever since Kendrick Perkins' knee injury was confirmed to have healed and would return in January at the earliest, the Celtics began looking for a backup center. After a long search, O'Neal finally came to the rescue.

The Celtics' training camp was held at Salve Regina University in Rhode Island, a 90-minute drive from Boston. Originally, no one paid attention to it, but it became completely popular with the joining of O'Neal.

In the afternoon, many sports media took photos of O'Neal's huge pickup truck. The old shark got out of the car wearing sunglasses and followed the staff to the training hall while shouting to the reporters:

"I'm still chasing the championship, the 'Big 6', my little brother should be crying right now"

Not long ago, news came out that Jim Buss planned to let O'Neal "go home" to play for a season, but was strongly opposed. Kobe played a decisive role in the opposition process.

Originally, O'Neal had no interest in returning to Los Angeles to play, but after seeing the reporter's revelations, the petty old Shark started to be sarcastic to Mamba again.

When they entered the training hall, Pierce and Garnett immediately came forward to greet them. The two sides hugged each other warmly. Facing many reporters, the native leader grinned and joked:
"After Shaq arrives, maybe we should move to a bigger training ground!"

"After practice, we'll go out for dinner, and believe me, we'll quickly build great chemistry and become close brothers!"

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Garnett is also in a good mood. Although O'Neal is a little older, it should not be difficult for him to play 15 minutes in each game. Considering that the Knicks have withdrawn, the pressure of defending pick-and-roll is small, and the heavy center will definitely play a greater role:

"Shaq is right, the 'Big 6'! As a veteran in the league, I know it's hard for the Celtics to win 70+ games, but in the playoffs, we have the advantage!"

"Young people should be careful and not underestimate the veterans' desire to win the championship!"

The number one Harden shouted loudly, and O'Neal hugged the two of them, facing the many reporters, and said with a smile:

"Yee! Pau and Kevin are right, don't underestimate the veterans!"

"This is a combination of two MVPs. I know how to win a championship, and I will bring my championship experience to Boston without reservation."

Hearing this familiar statement, Garnett's eyes twitched. He almost forgot that the old shark also had a ring. For a moment, he felt a little uncomfortable and could only secretly complain:

"This damn championship experience!"

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On Tuesday, the 17th, Yahoo Sports once again took the lead in reporting the three-way trade among the Hornets, Rockets and Pacers.

Last season, Trevor Ariza, who was once the Rockets' star, successfully joined the Hornets, and Chris Paul immediately welcomed him on Twitter.

When the deal was officially approved, Ariza had already arrived in New Orleans. After reporting to the team, he confidently stated to the local sports media:

"I'm very happy to be in New Orleans. It's something I've always been looking forward to forming a 'Big Three' with such great players as Chris and West!"

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Some reporters almost thought they had misheard, but Ariza once again emphasized the "Big Three" and also promoted his new partner:
"I know what you want to say, but Chris and I will definitely be able to build great chemistry as a team, which is extremely important in basketball!"

"Chris is not a guy like Kobe who only sees the basket. He can play like Lee. I will be the team's 'defensive core', just like World Peace did back then."

"Compared to the Lakers' Big Three, we will be more successful! Chris' leadership is much better than Kobe's, I am absolutely sure of this."

Ariza, who stabbed the Mamba in the back, would stab his former teammate a few times if he had the chance, but the local sports media liked this remark very much. In the new season, they also have their own "giant".

In the afternoon, the news that Kwame Brown was "returning home" did not attract any attention, and the Bobcats signed this former No. 1 pick in a low-key manner.

Unlike McGrady, Kwame Brown didn't even receive an invitation for a tryout. It took him almost three months to find a job with a minimum salary.

The Charlotte Observer has always liked reporting on Michael Jordan. Taking advantage of the reunion between Kwame Brown and Michael Dunk, the reporter completed the interview as soon as possible. In the evening, a reporter updated the relevant news on Twitter:
"Kwame Brown believes that the league's "giants" are all signs of weakness among players! Kobe ruined his career during his time with the Lakers."

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(End of this chapter)