Who will be the role players now that everyone's been reborn?

United Center, Chicago, home arena of the Chicago Bulls.

At that moment, the joint training camp was underway. Chen Dong stepped into the stadium, immediately waved goodbye to Paul, and headed straight for the body data measurement area.

"Height: 203cm barefoot, 206cm with shoes, weight: 96kg, wingspan: 213cm."

During the height and weight measurement area, Chen Dong didn't wear extra socks for his micro-management. If he was measured as 2.06 meters barefoot and 2.10 meters with shoes on, such arbitrary alteration of his height would make it difficult for future head coaches to find suitable centers. Simply assigning him to the paint to defend would be superfluous. It's best for Chen Dong not to attempt such a boomerang-like move!

"Anyway, as a swingman, this height and wingspan are very standard, and the weight is not too light either. It's good enough." Chen Dong nodded with great satisfaction and went to the jump measurement area. The data came out quickly.

"Vertical reach: 331cm, running reach: 353cm."

Vertical jump: 72.1cm; running jump: 81.7cm.

"The vertical jump stat is quite average, especially compared to Black people."

However, if compared to other people of East Asian descent, he is like Suarez in track and field—not just excellent, but exceptionally excellent.

Of course, the main competitors in the future will be mostly Black, which will definitely be a disadvantage in terms of statistics. If Suarez makes it to the finals, he can only compete for seventh place.

Chen Dong remained calm. Basketball isn't just about stats; otherwise, you don't need to go to the court, you can just sit down and compare stats. The speed test is also over.

"3/4 sprint, 3.88 seconds."

"11.68 seconds for the baseline shuttle run."

Chen Dong remained calm because this was only the data for [Speed ​​B-level], and he was confident that he could improve it to [Speed ​​A-level].

When they arrived at the final strength test point, the 84 kg bench press, Chen Dong had no intention of stopping after only two or three reps. Durant's skinny frame made it clear that he couldn't do more than a few reps, so Chen Dong chose to push as hard as he could, demonstrating his [Strength A-level] strength, and completed 18 reps.

After the static and dynamic physical fitness tests were completed, Chen Dong and Paul reunited. Next up were the shooting test and the mixed scrimmage.

"Having led Wake Forest University to the Final Four, I don't think we need to participate in the remaining events, whether it's shooting or actual games," Paul said.

Chen Dong nodded. "I don't care..."

As Lu Xun said, you should never show off your true abilities, because that will only reveal that you don't have any real skills, unless you get paid more.

So the two decided to leave.

Before leaving, Chen Dong received a report on rookie information that had been tested at the training camp and analyzed by scouts.

Name: Chen Dong

Nationality: Chinese

Age: 20 years old

Current team: Wake Forest University, sophomore year

Position: Shooting Guard/Small Forward

Barefoot height: 203 cm

Height with shoes: 206 cm

Arm span: 213 cm

Standing reach: 331 cm

Approaching vertical jump: 353 cm

Weight: 96 kg

Body fat: Not measured

Standing vertical jump: 72.1 cm

Maximum vertical jump: 81.7 cm

3/4 sprint: 3.88 seconds

Baseline shuttle run: 11.68 seconds

Maximum bench press reps (84 kg): 18

04/05赛季数据：15.2分，4.3助攻，3.6篮板.3.1封盖，2.9抢断。

advantage:

1. Excellent strength, high speed, good jumping ability, and superb physical qualities.

2. Excellent off-ball skills, outstanding three-point shooting, relatively weak mid-range shooting threat, but still cannot be left open, and relatively outstanding playmaking and passing.

3. Strong individual defense, active help defense, strong team awareness, has the potential to be an outside shooting machine, but also has the potential to become an outside defensive specialist.

4. They are killers in big games, capable of handling tough battles, and adept at playing from behind.

Things to note:

1. They are good at a variety of offensive techniques but lack a clear advantage in any one area. They are prone to being eliminated in fierce competition due to their lack of distinctive features.

2. With average lateral movement speed, they are easily beaten like a sieve. Their explosive power is insufficient, making it difficult for them to shake off defenders. They are often targeted and misdirected, which can lead to defensive collapse.

3. Possesses some offensive creativity, but is relatively ball-dependent. Lacking in off-the-ball offensive threat, prone to disappearing from the field, with ambiguous positioning and unclear role.

4. Insufficient physical fitness, questionable physical strength, inconsistent shooting. Long-term development in the first round is worth a gamble, but short-term development will definitely result in losses. The second round can be considered high-quality. One person can be used for multiple purposes. The ceiling is not high, but the cost-effectiveness is definitely the best choice.

Template: Boris Dio/Pejastojakovic.

"There are plenty of misjudgments in the NBA draft reports!" Chen Dong glanced at it casually and tossed it aside. In basketball, you have to let the ball do the talking. You and I are both dark horses, except for Ben Simmons.

That guy is the case that completely ruined the entire scouting and evaluation system!

"Therefore, scouting assessments have lost all credibility!"

After leaving Chicago, Chen Dong and Paul went their separate ways. One was a top draft prospect, while the other had already fallen out of the first round. They were not on the same page at all. Next was individual tryouts. Chen Dong went on his own, or rather, accompanied by his agent, to meet with various teams for tryouts.

It is said that when Wake Forest University made it to the Final Four, Chen Dong's draft simulation once pushed him to the 13th lottery pick in the 05 NBA draft. As a result, he lost the final ticket and Chen Dong dropped to the 23rd pick in the first round overnight, a drop of 10 picks.

And this was just the beginning. This person couldn't withstand scrutiny. When Chen Dong's draft template was set as Diaw as the lower limit and Stojakovic as the upper limit.

His draft position dropped rapidly because Diaw, who was selected 21st overall in 03, failed to live up to expectations. After two years in the NBA, he only lived up to the value of a second-round pick. Chen Dong, who was Diaw's role model, naturally suffered as well, and his value also dropped out of the first round.

As for Stojakovic's potential ceiling?

DeShawn Stevenson's draft comparison was even based on Michael Jordan, but he was only the 23rd pick in the first round of the draft.

With the hype surrounding "The Madness 3" fading, the human tendency to forget things was on full display. Chen Dong, who lacked marketing skills and only focused on intensive training, saw his popularity in the talent show continue to decline.

"So, in the end, my identity as a Chinese person is the only thing that can protect me!"

"No matter how low he falls, he's a second-round pick." With this confidence, Chen Dong decisively signed a contract with Dan Fegan's agency. His goal was simple: once his rookie contract ended, "His floor is Patterson, and his ceiling is Arenas."

"Unfortunately, I was reborn too late."

With the introduction of the Arenas Clause in 05, the path to capping Arenas was essentially over.

Patterson it is, let's just accept the loss!!!

With the Arenas Rule in place, the path to success that allows players to replicate their second-round draft picks' success by padding their stats on bad teams and then signing max contracts with other teams has been cut off by capital.

Therefore, Dan Fagan set Chen Dong up to play for a championship-contending team, which would increase his exposure and become a key piece of the championship puzzle.

The first choice is naturally an elite team that can contend for the championship. Often, after winning the championship, the players' value will increase significantly, and the team's total salary will definitely skyrocket. At that time, the management will not be able to force the players to stay.

Because they still need to compete for the championship the following year, they can't keep the locker room bomb. So, it's basically a peaceful parting of ways so that they can meet again in the future. If they don't want to part ways, they'll offer more money and give the team a better status.

After listening to Dan Fegan's analysis, Chen Dong felt it was similar to starring in popular IP works. If a popular IP work becomes a hit, everyone involved benefits, and the actors' value skyrockets. Conversely, in bad movies, although one might play a more important role, without much exposure and failing to achieve box office success, one might become box office poison. They might have a certain value, but no one would be interested!

Therefore, Chen Dong's first stop was the Miami Heat.

Pat Riley's determination to win a championship is well-known, and the team is willing to spend money to sign players in pursuit of the title.

Last offseason, they pulled off a brilliant move in the free agent market, acquiring Shaquille O'Neal. With Dwyane Wade's growth, they secured the top seed in the Eastern Conference during the regular season.

Chen Dong's tryout was a great success. The Heat didn't need Chen Dong to do anything else, just to make those damn three-pointers and set up O'Neal. As a result, Chen Dong delivered a perfect performance. He could make any three-pointer from the NBA line without any adjustment. As for passing, he could pass the ball to the paint perfectly.

The Heat's management promised Chen Dong a second-round pick, but they still need to make a trade for him.

If Chen Dong falls out of the 40th pick, they will make a move.

Next up is the Pistons. Uh oh, let's skip this one. The Pistons, coached by Larry Brown, are not friendly to rookie players. They couldn't even handle Darko Milicic, the second overall pick in 03. Chen Dong and Dan Fegan also felt that the Pistons were a disaster.

Moreover, teams that win through defense rarely produce impressive statistics.

So, Chen Dong's second stop was the Phoenix Suns.