Chapter 87 The ownership of the champion(1/2)
In fact, not many people paid attention to the lottery in previous years.
Compared with the lottery, fans are more concerned about the draft.
But this year, due to the vigorous competition, many fans have focused their attention on the lottery. Everyone wants to know immediately who will end up with the No. 1 pick that everyone has been fighting for so long.
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To a certain extent, fans pay more attention to the lottery than the ongoing NBA playoffs...
This has rarely happened in previous years.
In addition to the fact that this year's lottery draw is indeed attracting attention, it is also related to the fact that there are too many surprises in this year's playoffs.
First of all, the Celtics, who were aiming to defend their title, suddenly injured Kevin Garnett. This caused the Celtics to lose their absolute core on the defensive end. A big problem suddenly appeared in the defense. Although this was not the case in the first place.
There were too many exposures in the first round match against the Pacers, but they were all exposed in the second round against the Magic, and they are currently leading 2-1 by the Magic.
And if the Magic really eliminate the Celtics, all experts generally believe that the Cavaliers No. 23 will reach the finals without any suspense!
It can be said that in the eyes of many fans, Garnett's injury has made the Eastern Conference playoffs no longer suspense.
The west side was originally quite interesting.
For example, Yao Ming led the Rockets to fight the Trail Blazers for 5 fierce games, and finally eliminated the Trail Blazers with a big score of 4-1. When he advanced to the second round, he finally took off the "first round man" hat on his head.
Another example is the "Cow-Horse Battle" that lived up to expectations. Nowitzki and Duncan told all the fans in their own way how they have been in the league for so many years and how they lead their respective teams forward.
Another example... a man was led by Anthony to score 58 points, and his banana boat was kicked over.
All in all, there are a lot of things to watch.
But as Yao Ming suffered a broken finger in the second round against the Lakers in the third game and ended the season...this series also instantly lost its suspense.
On the premise that the Nuggets already lead the Spurs 3-1.
Obviously, there is nothing to talk about in the Western Conference. The Nuggets must play the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals.
But, how much hindrance can Melo Anthony bring to Kobe?
Most experts believe that at least it is not big enough to make the final outcome of this series in doubt.
Anyway, Kobe must advance to the finals!
There won't be much to watch until the finals.
So...compared to the current stage of the NBA playoffs, the lottery is definitely more exciting.
At least, you can quarrel with other fans online over which team you hope will get the No. 1 pick.
Unlike now, it is a ridiculous idea to think that LeBron or Kobe can't make it to the finals.
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Steve Kerr and Steve Nash arrived early at Madison Square in New York, where this year's lottery will be held in a side hall.
Steve Nash is the face of this year's Suns lottery draw.
As another point guard after "Magic" who won back-to-back regular season MVP honors, Steve Nash came to the Suns in 2004 and led the team to achieve a certain degree of revival. They became the Western Conference
In the past few years, the best results have been reaching the Western Conference Finals.
Although, it is not a truly successful team.
But it would be unfair to say that this team has failed in the past few years.
And, no matter what, the arrival of Steve Nash has indeed brought Phoenix back to the spotlight of the league. Based on this alone, Steve Nash is already worthy of his nickname "Son of the Wind".
Now, the Suns management and all Phoenix fans have put another major mission in his hands. They hope that Steve Nash can bring the 2009 No. 1 pick back to Phoenix in this lottery... This No. 1 pick
Signing is likely to be the key to Phoenix taking a step closer!
This sounds like a huge responsibility.
As for why he came, Steve Kerr said, "I, I, my hands are shaking."
Steve Nash entered the scene and took his seat, his expression unconsciously serious.
He knew very well that the team gave up the 2008-09 season in order to get the No. 1 pick and then select The Sun. Even based on that guy's market situation, if he didn't go back with the No. 1 pick today, he would basically be the same as the Sun.
That guy is out of luck.
Therefore, he couldn't help but be serious.
Even if he knew that even if he didn't get the No. 1 pick, the team and the fans wouldn't blame him. In terms of probability, it doesn't really have much to do with who gets the lottery.
At least from a scientific perspective, this is how it is...
But he still hopes that he can bring back the No. 1 pick!
It's not that I don't want to disappoint the team and fans.
But Steve Nash himself hopes to get this guy!
That guy is really nice...
With him, it won't be a problem for the Suns to become a league powerhouse in the new season.
With him, it is obvious that the Suns have greater hope of competing for the championship!
Steve Nash is 35 years old this year. Although the No. 1 position "gets better as he gets older," his playing style will indeed not decline much as he ages.
However, age will not affect his condition, injuries can...
There really isn't much time left for the "Son of the Wind" to run.
In fact, Steve Nash has a strong premonition that if he fails to compete for the No. 1 pick this time, he may never be able to win the championship...
Steve Nash longs for a championship ring.
Of course, this is nonsense. Any player who has played in this league for 15 years will long for a championship ring!
Especially a superstar player like Steve Nash, who has already won almost all the personal honors he deserves, is full of desire for a championship!
"The Uncrowned King" sounds so domineering... The star who wears this name himself feels so lonely.
Who wouldn't want to wear a crown if they could?
This is why when Cole asked Nash to draw lots, he immediately agreed!
He wants to take the fate of the Suns into his own hands!
Steve Nash was the first to arrive. Not long after he arrived, representatives from the Clippers and the Grizzlies also came in. They are the representatives of the teams with the second and third highest probability of winning the No. 1 pick...
The representatives from the three teams with the best chance of winning the No. 1 pick were the first to arrive.
From here you can actually see that I am not at peace inside!
The three people came in and didn't even say hello to each other. They sat down in their seats and fell into a daze.
It can be seen that there is an obvious hostile relationship.
The small room was suddenly filled with an awkward atmosphere.
Then representatives from other lottery teams also entered the venue one after another. Compared to these three, they were much more active and chatted with each other. It’s not that they weren’t nervous, but they weren’t nervous yet!
When they are sure that they have not won the No. 1 lottery for the first, second and third picks, that's when they will become nervous.
People will only be nervous about things that they may be able to get. For things that have no possibility at all, no matter how much they desire, they will not be nervous because they know that this thing will not be his.
Then the host entered.
The NBA lottery is similar to the lottery.
Therefore, those who host the NBA lottery ceremony are often beautiful hostesses with good looks.
The person hosting this year's draw is none other than Rachel, the newcomer who quickly established herself at ESPN by interviewing Lin Ri.
In just a few months, from being an intern reporter to hosting the lottery conference, it can be seen how much dividends Rachel reaped by interviewing Lin Ri.
Rachel then briefly introduced the lottery process, and then officially started the lottery meeting.
When Rachel announced the start, Steve Nash's already nervous expression became even more nervous. When Rachel called him to step forward and activate the switch, he stood up and walked towards Rachel.
All a bit stiff.
Yes!
That’s right!
As a two-time regular season MVP!
Super star Steve Nash, who has been in this league for 15 years, was so nervous that he started to do the "mechanical dance".
"call!"
He even let out a heavy breath before he turned on the switch.
Oh, God!
Jesus!
Listen to your people’s most sincere prayers!
Give me the top pick!
To be continued...