Chapter 39 Zhou Mubai, are you ready?
When Phil Jackson came out of Bass' house, he was still a little dizzy. Old Bass' decision was really a bit ridiculous.
Old Bass went out for half an hour, and then when he came back, he threw a sentence: "I heard that the next game is against New Orleans, let's take a look first."
Let’s take a look...and then?
Could it be that Zhou Mubai will directly fight against Chris Paul? Whoever is better in this game will choose?
Is this decision a bit sensible?
Yes, competitors can indeed compare who is stronger and who is weak from one-on-one, but the role of NBA players has never been compared like this, that is, only some fans who don’t know much about the basketball will talk about it with relish.
For example, Paul always gets at a disadvantage every time he faces Deron Williams. Is this saying that Paul is not as good as Deron?
Wolf King Garnett used his speed to beat Duncan to dunk, does it mean that Garnett is stronger than Duncan?
The role of players on the team is often not reflected in one-on-one times, but more comprehensively, the role they play in the team system.
Phil Jackson shook his head and put the matter aside for the time being.
In fact, he was not talking to Zhou Mubai. He was just because of Fisher Shannon Brown and others' disrespect for him, as well as his private fight with Kupchek, and what his opponent supported was what he opposed.
That's all.
As for whether Zhou Mubai can stay, it doesn't matter to him. To be honest, Paul is actually a better point guard in his opinion.
Kupchek drove back home and found a car parked outside the house. After a closer look, it was Fisher of the team.
Fisher saw Kupchek and hurried out: "Mickey, I've been waiting for you here for a long time."
Kupchek was very upset and said angrily when he saw Fisher: "Is there anything to do with me?"
Fisher was shocked when he heard Kupchek's impatientness. If Kupchek didn't support him, his prospects for the Lakers would be no brighter.
Fisher said anxiously: "How is that happening?"
Kupchek looked at Fisher with pitiful eyes. Now that it has reached this point, whether Zhou Mubai leaves or stays, Fisher will either take the initiative to accept the second team or be forced to accept the second team. There is no other choice.
Fisher's eyes gradually became fierce: "That old bastard Phil Jackson refused to agree? I've been with him for so many years!"
Kupchek sighed and said, "The General Manager's Office has accepted the offer from New Orleans. The core idea is to use Chris Paul to trade Zhou Mubai!"
"What!" Fisher was shocked, and then his heart was very cold.
Whether this transaction is successful or not, New Orleans conveyed this message to the Lakers - Zhou Mubai is qualified to be comparable to Chris Paul!
Zhou Mubai has been valued enough. Now that New Orleans has made such a move, the Lakers' focus will be on Zhou Mubai. As for him, Fisher, it will be a waste of tomorrow.
"But I'm not convinced!" Fisher murmured in the cold wind, "I have worked diligently for the Lakers for more than ten years, four championships and one dynasty, I'm not yet able to run. The Lakers are now thinking of destroying bridges, I'm not convinced!"
"No, I can't tolerate it, Mickey, you have to help me, I will launch the locker room players and protest together!" Fisher grabbed Kupchek's clothes and said anxiously.
Kupchik put away his sympathy and his face gradually became gloomy: "Derick, I speak for you because of more than ten years of friendship, but it does not mean that I will betray the team's interests for you.
NBA is a real world of fame and fortune. Those who are capable are superior to mediocre. Although you can still fight, Zhou Mubai is indeed stronger than you. If you are weak, you have to give way!
The team is mine. If you dare to disturb the locker room, the first thing I do is to let you get out of the Lakers. Remember, Derek, either cooperate well or get out!"
Fisher looked at Kupchek in disbelief: "Mickey, you..."
Kupchek took a deep breath, relaxed himself, and then said warmly: "Derick, my friend for more than ten years, I will give you a piece of advice. People should be self-aware. Giving up at the right time is a kind of beautiful talk. If someone is driven down, you will be ugly at that time."
Fisher's eyes turned bloody and he looked at Kupchek with the look of looking at strangers. He suddenly roared, turning around and leaving like a wounded wolf.
Kupchek watched Fisher rumbling away in his sports car, his eyes showing a fierce light: "I hope you don't go on that road, otherwise..."
**
New Orleans Airport.
The sky is clear and cloudless, and the cool autumn breeze blows, but it cannot blow away the sorrow in Paul's heart.
He frowned and carried his personal belongings. As for sports equipment, those logistics personnel specially packed luggage and checked in, so he didn't have to worry about it.
David West, who was walking beside him, looked at no one around, lowered his head and whispered in Chris Paul's ear: "Chris, I heard something."
Paul turned his head to West: "What?"
West said mysteriously: "It is said...the team is discussing the deal with the Lakers."
A huge wave broke out in Chris Paul's heart. He felt his heart beating and suddenly felt a little breathless.
"Be more specific." He suppressed his voice and his heart beating wildly.
West shook his head: "I don't know very well, but it is said that he went to Zhou Mubai. Zhou Mubai, do you know?"
Paul felt a huge loss sweeping over his body. No matter what, Zhou Mubai cannot trade with him. If he traded Zhou Mubai, he would definitely not trade it with himself.
Paul forced a smile and said, "I know he is a good young man, David, do you want to go to the Lakers?"
West smiled: "Who doesn't want to go to Los Angeles, the scenery, money, exposure, beauty...hehe, there is also the championship!"
Paul nodded, sighed, and looked into the distance.
Yes, who doesn’t want to go to Los Angeles? Not to mention the glory, money, exposure, beauty, championship, just say that they join forces with Kobe. This is attractive enough in itself. Who doesn’t want to join forces with Kobe?
Not to mention Kobe's cancer, for a super point guard, an offensive player like Kobe is the partner they most long for. With such a partner, it is easy to get a dozen assists per game.
A fool is not happy.
Paul hesitated for a long time, and before the plane took off, he took out his cell phone and sent a message-[Who do we want to trade Zhou Mubai?]
After sending the message, Paul was about to turn off the phone because that guy might not be able to reply to the message, or his phone might not be right next to him. Unexpectedly, he replied with a ding dong.
【You, but you have to defeat him.】
Paul suddenly felt a little tearful, and the plane's engine roared, but these were not as good as the huge waves in his heart.
In just four years in New Orleans, he felt like he had lived his whole life.
He has performed very well in the past four years.
In his first season, he became the Rookie of the Year of the season.
Under his leadership, the Hornets achieved 38 wins and 44 losses and had the ability to return to the playoffs. However, due to the overall strength of the team and Paul was too young, he failed to enter the playoffs, but the winning games were 20 more than in the 2004-05 season.
In the second season, Tyson Chandler, Peja Stojakovic and other strong players joined, and with rapid growth, David West continued to perform well, but was injured in the middle. Due to injuries, the team only achieved 39 wins and 43 losses and missed the playoffs again.
In the third season, he was selected into the All-China regular season team and surpassed Steve Nash and Jason Kidd to become the league's assists and steals kings.
In the playoffs, he led the Hornets to a 4-1 victory over Nowitzki-led Dallas Mavericks in the first round, completely suppressing the elderly Kidd in this series.
But in the second round, the Spurs turned around 4-3 while leading, and unfortunately ended their playoff journey.
Last season, James Percy, the hero of defending champion Celtics, joined the team's strength and continued to increase. Many media considered a favorite to win the championship. However, due to injuries, Tyson Chandler asked for a transfer and finally ranked seventh in the West District. He lost 1-4 to the Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs.
Yes, he is still young and shouldn't seem to be in a hurry, but staying in this ghost place in New Orleans for a long time can only make him desperate.
Although the team has good results, the losses are continuing. Boss Xien wants to get rid of this burden all the time, which is difficult for people to feel a sense of belonging, especially himself, who wants the championship and he wants to win!
[Who do we want to trade Zhou Mubai?]
【You, but you have to defeat him.】
Los Angeles, I'm here!
Zhou Mubai, I'm sorry, I must defeat you, and I will defeat you hard!
Paul felt the plane tremble and leaned back. He laughed. This was the plane taking off, which was a good sign, meaning that he was about to fly into the sky.
He suddenly remembered that he had envied those who had been selected by teams such as the Lakers or Celtics as soon as he entered the league.
[All roads lead to Rome, and some people were born in Rome]
However, now he will no longer envy, because he has stepped into Rome with one foot.
If what Kobe said is true.
As for whether we can defeat Zhou Mubai, Chris Paul has never thought about it. Is this a question that needs to be considered?
Paul closed his eyes and fell asleep in a beautiful vision. In the dream, he gave Kobe a wonderful ball, and the entire Staples Center caused a sensation. At the end of the dream, he and Kobe joined forces to win the golden O'Brien Cup... Unfortunately, before he could make a statement, the shock of the plane hitting the ground woke him up, making him feel a little lost.
But, Los Angeles, I'm here.
Chapter completed!