In fact, when OJ Mayo was interviewing in front of the scene, he made a big fuss.

David Stern was already on the stage, and then he announced his choice from Oklahoma.

Professional manager from the Spurs department Presti used his first lottery draw since the Thunder to choose the point guard from UCLA, Russelves Brooke!!

Professor Li, who is in a suit and tie, has once again become a sensational figure.

After Derek Ross and Michael Beasley, another lottery rookie hugged him.

This made Chatford whisper on TV: Perhaps Bruce's father is the biggest winner tonight. He has made a lot of money in Derek Rose's biggest sponsorship contract in history. Now, the three lottery shows will pay him another four percent of their salary…

Many well-known brokers and brokerage companies in the circle are spitting sour water.

They thought Jack Lee's success was too easy, and it was simply a reverse operation of the rich second generation. CAA even pointed out without hesitation: If it weren't for Bruce Lee, no one would have chosen to sign him, a physics professor who changed careers halfway. The distance between basketball and physics is even farther than Galileo and Picasso.

But this argument was simply refuted by Jack Li: No creature living on Earth can escape the laws of physics. No one can do without following the laws of physics. Basketball is no exception.

Regarding the reversal of his second-generation rich man, he spread his palms when he relied on his son's reputation in the NBA, he said: "This is a cycle. And maybe you can't explain whether there are eggs or chickens in this world, but at least I can tell you: Bruce's is indeed my son."

Then, at this time, some guys who thought they were humor jumped out: But Bruce Lee became famous earlier than Jack Chen...

Kung Fu actor memes are quite popular when used on the Li family and his son.

Who made Professor Li choose his name randomly back then?

Fortunately, he only has one son. If he gives birth to another son and named Jet, he will have to stage a new round of Kung Fu King Competition.

Russelves Brooke then hit back at OJ Mayo.

Of course, this is inevitable with the instigation of ESPN's reporters. The reporter will never mind the big deal, so it is not surprising that OJ Mayo's words were already too much.

"If I were a person who was hailed as the biggest favorite in draft No. 1 in high school and had a dedicated team to shoot documentaries before entering college, I would never be complacent because of the third pick. You know, I am just a player who has just started in the second semester of college."

"So, according to the simplest mathematical model, you will clearly find that his growth curve has been flat and even fallen down, and I am rising rapidly!!"

"If he is really as powerful as he said, the Boston Celtics or the Cleveland Cavaliers can't wait to apply for a deal upward."

Since signing Professor Lee, Westbrook has become more and more rigorous.

His rigor is in sharp contrast to OJ Mayo's exaggeration and restlessness. NBA fans in front of the TV naturally divided it according to their first impression: Westbrook is a down-to-earth player, while OJ Mayo is much more arrogant and unrestrained.

at the same time.

Russelves Brook's teammate Kevin Love was selected at the fifth pick.

And three minutes later, the league announced the deal was reached: OJ Mayo was sent to the Memphis Grizzlies, and Kevin Love was sent to Minnesota.

The third pick and the fifth pick are interchanged. Although both sides increase their bargaining chips, they are generally equal.

This seems to mean only one thing: that is, there is no difference between the third pick and the fifth pick.

And there is no difference.

What qualifications does OJ Mayo have to claim that he beat Westbrook, the fourth pick in the draft?

At that time, Westbrook's face became joyful. He raised his eyebrows and wanted to go to the backstage to talk to OJ Mayo about the ranking issue.

However, Professor Li would not allow this to happen.

He introduced many Chinese journalists to Westbrook, and he hoped that his players could make a wide appearance in front of Chinese fans and that he wanted to build a magnificent Li team.

"My dream is...50% of the future NBA superstars."

Professor Li did not hide his ambitions in front of the Chinese media.

He has identified it as his new career and he wants to show an attitude of experimenting.

With his unyielding character, smart brain, gentle means... plus the most important thing... his son's reputation, success will not be too difficult.

...

The Memphis Grizzlies' deal with Minnesota Timberwolves gives the Knicks more time to think about it.

Li Zhen sat in front of the phone and controlled the uniforms in the draft war room remotely. He saw the list of drafts to be released this year.

With Derek Rose, Westbrook, Kevin Love... and others being selected, Li Zhen looked at the draft list again and felt that it seemed that it was really difficult to jump out another name that could strongly stimulate him. There were many other names that made him feel familiar.

However, now there are more draft picks in my hands and I really don’t know how to choose.

So, after hesitating for a while, he asked on the phone that had not hung up: "Hey, Isaiah. What do you think we are missing the most now??"

Everything is difficult at the beginning. As long as you understand the main needs and the secondary needs, everything will be solved.

Isaiah Thomas was a little hesitant, too.

The team lacks positions in turn are the seven-foot center, the shooter, the sixth man, and the wing defender.

But now the seven-foot center has Marc Gasol, but the shooter has left Quentin Richardson, leaving only Francesco alone...too lonely.

So he blurted out: Sagittarius! Sagittarius is missing.

At this time, Li Zhen didn't hesitate. He directly pointed his finger on the draft list and said a name that surprised Isaiah Thomas: "Danilo Gallinari!"

A super tall small forward from Italy, born in 1988, six feet and ten inches tall, plays a shooter job.

It is somewhat similar to the No. 1 pick Bagnani of the previous year, but his performance in Europe is far better than that of Bagnani of the same age group.

His draft prediction rankings have been hovering on the edge of the lotto this year, and it is rumored that Hornets coach D'Antoni appreciates him very much, hoping that he can form a wing league with European sharpshooter Peja in New Orleans.

But unexpectedly... the Knicks actually took the lead.

When David Stern recalled the Knicks' choice in the sixth pick, the whole audience was silent for almost 5 seconds before some noise came out: although the fans didn't understand, based on their trust in Isaiah Thomas, there was still a strong applause and cheer to welcome the newcomer from Europe.

In fact, Gallinari was also stunned when he heard his name. The camera didn't even have time to switch his astonished face, because it was indeed unexpected.

Garlinari was already ready to go to New Orleans because he only received promises from the Hornets.

He has been looking forward to the scene of partnering with top point guard Chris Paul these days. He believes that his abilities can be fully released under the guidance of a super point guard like Paul.

However, what he did not expect was that the Knicks, who had no enthusiasm for him, actually threw an olive branch on the draft night.

This means….

Garlinari was soon ecstatic. The attractiveness of the world's largest metropolis is unstoppable for a young man like him. The most important thing is, Bruce Lee! Bruce Lee is the super point guard who can surpass Chris Paul. Are he afraid of hitting the rookie wall with him? All the shooters who work with him have benefited a lot. Am I really going to start the journey of the first shooter in the NBA?

A huge surprise enveloped his expression, and he had completely forgotten D'Antoni and Chris Paul of New Orleans.

He firmly believes that he will achieve great things in New York.

In fact, he said so.

He was still overjoyed when he was interviewed by ESPN and expressed his loyalty very positively and enthusiastically: The New York Knicks are my favorite team, and Bruce Lee is my favorite player. I can't wait to start my NBA journey under the protection of the great Bruce Lee. I will definitely become the best shooter on his wing. I am the MR born for him, right!!

This is a verbal job.

Italy is worthy of being a country comparable to France in Europe.

Francisco in front of the TV had already felt a strong threat: this grandson was going to take the upper level.

Swift was also numbing his scalp. At this time, he didn't know that he was still 3 days and 20 hours away from putting on the Atlanta Hawks jersey. He gritted his teeth and was very nervous: No. Two flatterers are never allowed in the Knicks!

Isaiah Thomas also saw Gallinari's interview on TV, and his eyebrows frowned. If it weren't for the player Lee Zhen chose, he even thought about returning the goods.

He always thought that Italians were unreliable because he had studied a lot of World War II history.

But the call from New Orleans then gave him a reassurance.

D'Antoni, who just took office as general manager of the Hornets and was also his mortal enemy, called and asked carefully: whether he would be willing to trade this year's No. 6 show.

As soon as this question is raised.

Thomas didn't even want to hear his offer.

This proves from the side that Bruce holds God's will again.

Although I haven't studied this Italian, D'Antoni must have studied it.

Otherwise, how could he take the initiative to propose a deal? He was even willing to give Peja and eat the contract that Eddie Curry had been bought out.

Doesn’t this just show the value of this No. 6 show?

At that time, Isaiah Thomas refused.

He told D'Antoni very simply: "No one can cheat me in the draft. If you want to trade with me, show some sincerity. I know Gallinari well and I know how amazing his prospects are!!"

D'Antoni was stunned.

After a while, he indeed made a constructive offer. He even stated that he could use Tyson Chandler's upcoming contract to make a deal.

Isaiah Thomas was really moved.

But...on the second thought, Tyson Chandler is not cost-effective, it is not delicious!

And Bruce didn't agree, how could I, a small club vice president, general manager and head coach, take my own initiative?

"Okay, I'm just having fun. If you come over Chris Paul, I won't change it! Because we have Bruce Lee!! Hahahaha!"

Isaiah Thomas gave D'Antoni a happy smile and scolded him in anger after hanging up the phone.

But the assassin doesn't care, he's always a very mean.

(PS, the sixth pick is not a bad choice for the Knicks. Garlinari is not a parallel product, on the contrary, he is a very reliable member of the 180 club and is tall. Although he is not a star player, no one will think that his current annual salary of US$20 million is a premium contract.)

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To be continued...