Facing Jiang Dongbing's question, the four of them fell silent.

The draft is the most important thing in their lives for them, and they have not thoroughly considered this issue now.

"Coach, do you think if I sign up for the draft, can I be selected in the top three picks this year?" Davis asked melancholy.

Jiang Dongbing waved his hand, "This question is more appropriate to ask Mr. Pirlo. After all, he has been in this industry for decades and has a clearer view of the draft situation."

Pirlo was shocked. If he couldn't tell that Jiang Dongbing was helping him, he must seize the opportunity to keep Davis, a strong general.

Jackson has already decided to leave. If Davidson also leaves, the Panthers' strength will be greatly reduced next season.

"Byron, based on your ability in previous years, you would have no problem entering the top three, and you might even be selected as the top pick, but this year's draft is really special."

"First of all, Stephen will participate in the draft. You should know that his pick will definitely occupy one of the top three spots. Then there is Olajuwon Jr. from the University of the Pacific. The center position is already advantageous in the draft. I think he

The draft pick may be higher than yours, so you can only be selected with the third pick at most." Pirlo analyzed the draft situation quite skillfully.

This comes easily to him. After all, he has worked in this industry for countless years and has sent many players to the draft, so he has an incomparable understanding of the draft situation.

Davis nodded, knowing that there was nothing wrong with what Pirlo said.

"Also, as far as I know, there are too many top players who will participate in the 1998 draft."

"North Carolina's two twin stars, Vince Carter and Antoine Jamison, I admit that your strength is definitely not worse than them, but how to ensure that the team holding the No. 3 pick will choose a point guard player? They may

The lineup lacks a No. 2 player like Carter or a No. 3 or 4 player like Jamison, and even choosing LaFrentz from the Jayhawks is not impossible."

"The most important thing is, don't forget that there is Mike Bibby from the University of Arizona. He was the MOP last season. He is also a championship winner. He also has competition with you."

"So if you really participate in this draft, you will probably fall out of the top five picks."

"I think you should postpone it for another year. The situation will be much better next year. Even if you are the No. 1 pick, there is a high chance." Pirlo deliberately used an accent on the word No. 1 pick.

For any NCAA player, the status of being the No. 1 pick is extremely tempting to them, and it is not uncommon for players to delay the draft or draft early in order to get the No. 1 pick status.

The main reason is that being the No. 1 pick can bring many benefits. The first is salary income. Take Tim Duncan, who was drafted last season, for example. His rookie contract is more than double that of McGrady, who was the ninth pick.

Turn a corner.

Duncan had a contract worth nearly $3 million in his first year as a rookie, while McGrady only had $1.36 million. This is a huge gap.

This is still Tracy McGrady with the ninth pick. If he had been picked further back, the gap would have been even greater. Keith Booth, the 28th pick, only had $600,000.

If we go back in time, when there were no restrictions on rookie contracts, the gap between the No. 1 pick's contract and that of others would be worlds apart.

In addition to the difference in salary, the No. 1 pick also enjoys much more attention than other players. As long as the ability is sufficient, there is no need to worry about popularity.

The team will also provide maximum training. So far, I have heard of letting go of the No. 2 pick, but I have never heard of a player letting go of the No. 1 pick.

Of course, this is not absolute. In the next ten years, the Cavaliers will have Bennett, the worst No. 1 pick in history. He may also be the worst No. 1 pick in history. He did not get a starting opportunity in his rookie season and averaged playing time per game.

Less than 13 minutes.

Baron Davis was silent for a long time. He must have thought more about such an important matter.

"Okay, then I won't sign up this year. Let's talk about it next year." Davis made up his mind.

Pirlo was overjoyed. This news is undoubtedly great news for the Panthers. As long as Davis, the engine of the backcourt, does not leave, the Panthers will not be much weaker no matter how weak they are.

"Where are you two?" Jiang Dongbing asked Odom and Artest again.

This is a truly clueless and unhappy couple who are so close that they wear a pair of pants, so there's a good chance they'll enter the draft together.

"I listen to the coach. Does the coach think we should participate in the draft?" Odom said with a smile. His smile is very contagious. It is no wonder that he became the son-in-law of the Kardashian family.

"I'm fine with it. When Lamar runs, I'll run," Artest said in a low voice.

Within this team, Artest and Jiang Dongbing don’t have much communication.

On the side, Pierre looked at Jiang Dongbing with hopeful eyes. If Odom and Artest can be kept, the Panthers will still have a good time next season.

"You two should continue to stay in the Panthers for another year to improve. Lamar's defense still needs to be improved. Other aspects of the problem are not big. As for Ron, your offense still has a lot of room for improvement. Work hard next season.

Check your offensive capabilities." Jiang Dongbing said slowly.

These two people participated in the 1999 draft, and Jiang Dongbing did not want these two people to participate in the draft in advance. After all, the 1998 draft was extremely fierce, and their picks were likely to be lower than those in the normal 1999 draft.

Especially Artest. If he were to run for the draft in his current state, he might even fall to the second round. Even worse, losing the draft is not impossible.

Artest's performance on the defensive end is indeed outstanding, but such a blue-collar forward player is not very popular in the draft.

The main reason is that the offensive and defensive intensity of the NBA and the NCAA are completely different. Having a good defensive performance in the NCAA does not mean that you can adapt to the defensive intensity of the NBA. No team will be willing to take risks with high draft picks.

Since you can choose that kind of newcomer who is both offensive and defensive, who is not good in the east but good in the west, if he is not adaptable on defense, maybe he can adapt on the offensive end, why choose these blue-collar players?

Pirlo breathed a sigh of relief. Jiang Dongbing's words made him feel more at ease. As long as he could keep Odom and Artest, everything would be easy.

Next, only David Taillon is left, this insider who was discovered by Jiang Dongbing. Jiang Dongbing regards him as his child's special player.

Pirlo didn't think much about David. Since Artest has stayed, David, who is in a similar situation to Artest, will definitely stay too.

"David, what do you think?" Jiang Dongbing asked David Tailong in a soft voice.

"Forget it, now that you've decided everything, go back first and I'll have a chat with David alone."

The players and Pirlo left the office. Jiang Dongbing patted David on the shoulder, "Tell me, David, what do you think?"

"I want to sign up." David whispered.

"Huh? Don't you want to be like Ron and stay for another year to improve your offensive abilities?" Jiang Dongbing asked.

David shook his head, "Coach, actually I have offensive ability."
Chapter completed!