Paul Allen looked at Feng Yu and Kirilenko angrily. It was not because he had lost money. Although 20 million RMB was not a small amount, he was more upset because of Feng Yu and Kirilenko's irritating expressions.
"Hmph! Even if you win this time, you still have the Nets. Your Nets are too lousy. I will make sure you all can't win a single game next year! " Paul Allen vented his anger on Kirilenko. This year, the Blazers had swept the Nets in the regular season.
"Let's have a bet? Let's see who wins next year. " Kirilenko was furious. Microsoft share prices had fallen, and I am worth more than you now. What's there to be arrogant about?
"Fine. Let's have another bet. This time, we will not bet money. The loser must announce on TV that he is not as good as the other party. Do you dare to take on the bet?" Paul Allen is not interested in money. He only wants his reputation!
"Let's bet, and the loser must bow!" Kirilenko raised the stakes.
Paul Allen tore the cheque given to him by Feng Yu and Kirilenko in front of Feng Yu and the rest. He snorted and left. He had decided to fire the manager and head coach of the team today!
After Paul Allen left, Kirilenko's confidence disappeared. He asked Feng Yu. "Do you think we can sweep the Blazers with two good players this year?"
"It's only two games, and there are many variables. But it's not impossible. That Spanish player and that fatty are on the list for this year's draft picks. If you can get these two players, you can even deal with Shaquille O 'Neal. "
"But we do not have a good shooting guard. Not even a small forward. " After saying that, Kirilenko stared at Carter, who is being interviewed on the court. It's clear what he is trying to say.
Tsk … …
Feng Yu was speechless. Without Carter, the team's perimeter players will be much weaker. But since Carter is here, he can't beat the Lakers. Why not let him be?
"You want Carter?"
"Pierce is fine too."
Feng Yu rolled his eyes at Kirilenko. You really know how to pick. The difference in strength between the two of them is actually not that big. Moreover, Pierce was better at maintaining his form. If he were to be the cornerstone of the team, Pierce would be more suitable. He was a superman who could still get the MVP award despite being stabbed multiple times.
Although it looked like a floor-style play, this kind of play was actually less likely to get hurt.
"Okay, after this year's draft, let's make a trade. If you can pick two insiders, give me Martin."
Kirilenko hugged Feng Yu tightly. "Feng, my brother, you are a good friend. Kidd said that with Carter and a better inside line, he's confident that he'll be able to break through in the East! "
It turned out to be Kidd's idea. He thought Kirilenko liked Carter because he saw him play beautifully.
"It would be even better if you could win the championship next year. In the future, we will take turns to win the NBA championship, and the rest will just be spectators. "Feng Yu said arrogantly. It was rare for him to be so arrogant.
If Feng Yu had not persuaded him, the Nets would have entered the playoffs this year. Kirilenko's original plan was to spend a lot of money to build an all-star team and win the championship.
To Kirilenko, basketball is just a game with superstars. He doesn't lack money. He wants to let the Americans know that the NBA is played by him, a Russian.
… …
The playoffs ended, and the Lakers won the championship. Fatty was crowned the MVP. He had announced that he will bring a dynasty to this city.
It's the draft again. Although the Nets did badly, they were not as good as the Wizards. That's why they only got the second pick.
But under Gang Leader Qiao's recommendation, the Wizards picked Kwame Brown, and the Nets picked Pau Gasol under Feng Yu's suggestion. Of course, this is not considered an upset. Gasol will definitely be one of the top four picks. Many people had seen his ability in the Millennium Olympics.
Kirilenko was satisfied when he heard this name. This guy is also called Paul? Paul is playing for me in my team? If Paul Allen saw this, it would be interesting.
Just this name alone is worth the second pick!
The Nets picked Zach Randolph for the 18th pick. He is an all-rounded power forward, but he has problems with his defense. But he can be used as a substitute.
The 27th pick was Tony Parker, another non-American player. This is a substitute for Kidd. He is very fast, has good mid-range shots, and is good at organization. He should be qualified to be a substitute.
Plus, Andre, who will be playing in the NBA after his contract with the Russian League ends. Their lineup will be good. Furthermore, they have some good players in their lineup. It was just that they did badly last season.
The Wind and Rain team only had one second-round pick. It was a player called Gilbert Arenas. After Carter left, Mobley will be promoted to the starting lineup. Arenas, a dual-point guard, can be the second team. He has good shooting, good breakthroughs, and good defense. Coach Karl likes him.
Most importantly, this is a player that the boss likes. It is a second-round pick, and the boss will pick whoever he likes. According to George Karl, he should have picked a center. It is not easy to find a good center now.
After this player was selected, Coach Nelson of Golden State was very annoyed. All the players that he had his eyes on had been taken by someone else! Especially Arenas. He is only one pick away.
…
"Boss, what did you say? Using Carter to exchange for Martin? How can we do this? Although we lack inside players, two Martins cannot compare to Carter. Furthermore, Carter's jersey sales are the best in the league this year. "Coach Karl was shocked. Does the boss look down on Carter?
But that should not be the case. Carter still endorses several of the boss' products, including cars, mobile phones, DVDs, and many other products.
"Karl, I should not interfere with the team's operations. You should discuss it with Elgin. But you saw how Carter and Pierce fought for the ball in the second round. One of them must leave. Pierce shoots better, and his breakthroughs are as good as Carter's. His style is also less prone to injuries. "
"One more thing. I hope the Nets will be the NBA champion next year."
Karl did not say anything. His boss had made his decision. Everyone who watches the NBA knows how close his boss is to the Nets' Russian owner. That person helped his boss mock Paul Allen, and he is also the richest man in Eastern Europe!
Furthermore, his boss is very good to him. The team failed to defend their title this year and even lost in the second round. His boss did not say that he did not do his job well and even increased the bonuses for all the players.
Karl had planned to renew his contract with the team for another five years after his current contract ends. Whatever the boss says goes. If Martin is here, Billups might also be able to pass a lot of good balls.
"Okay, Boss. I understand."
Martin and Carter's trade shocked the NBA. Everyone said that the Wind and Rain team had made a terrible trade. Carter got the news in advance but is not sad. He will be able to control more of the ball in the Nets, and the Nets' owner is also very generous.
But it is a pity that he cannot be the boss anymore. The Nets are Jason Kidd's team! In the Wind and Rain team, he and Pierce are the bosses because of the Hall of Fame player Hakeem Olajuwon.
Kirilenko stood in front of the TV and said in high spirits, "Our target next year is the championship!"
Paul Allen was the first to publicly ridicule a team that had been second to last in the league last year and was now claiming to be champions this year.
However, Kirilenko retorted, "I don't talk to the owners of the teams who paid a large sum of luxury tax but can't even make it through the first round."
Feng Yu also replied, "If you want to pay the luxury tax like the Lakers, you should be like the Lakers and win the championship! You should not be the most notorious prison team in the league! Is your team's culture to rely on marijuana and brawls to win? There is more news outside the court than inside the court! "
Paul Allen is furious. He had already fired the team's manager and head coach, and he can only fire the players.
These two people are too infuriating!
Fine. Didn't you say the Nets will win the championship? This season, I want the Nets to be swept by the Blazers. I want you to stand in front of the TV and bow to me, saying you are not as good as me!
… …
You've already exceeded your reading limit for today. If you want to read more, please log in.
Login
Select text and click 'Report' to let us know about any bad translation.
