basketball player

Chapter 632 630: They can't win

Chris Paul joined the Rockets, which made Houston fans cheer.They have an MVP, but have been lacking an MVP helper.And now, "Scott Pippen" belonging to Harden finally appeared.Everyone is clamoring, saying that the Rockets will definitely break the Warriors' dominance in the Western Conference next season!
Of course, Pacers fans were the saddest.After all, Chris Paul is already one of the signs of the Pacers.Moreover, it is also the main force of the Pacers.

Can the Pacers remain dominant without Chris Paul?This is what most people are discussing.

"The role of Chris Paul cannot be reflected in the data. After Paul left, the Pacers couldn't even find a master. To be honest, letting go of Paul is the biggest loss for the Pacers since they entered the Henson era."

"I know that Henson has always been more considerate of his players. Several years ago, Henson even told Wesley Matthews himself: Go get your big contract. But Paul is different from Matthews. The former is more important to the Pacers. Coach Henson shouldn't let him go so easily."

"Next season, when Gordon Hayward and Kelly Irving return, and when Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons grow up. You don't even know if the Pacers without Chris Paul can still rule the East. Perhaps, the 'Battle of the Warriors' that lasted for two seasons will finally be broken."

The series of topics triggered by Paul's transfer made the entire summer seem to become more heated, and people were worried that the Pacers and Henson's reign would be over.

Of course, most people are very happy about this.The Pacers have dominated the league for too long, and it's time for a game changer.

As a result, all teams in the league launched an arms race.They all know that next season is the best chance to break the Pacers' dominance!
The Wizards won Howard, hoping to go further in the playoffs.The Warriors renewed Durant's contract again, maintaining the competitiveness of winning the championship.After the Rockets continued with Paul, they won Carmelo Anthony, who was bought out by the Eagles.A high-profile rocket giant, officially formed
It can be seen that this year's transfer market is much more intense than last year.In the past few seasons, everyone knows that they are just a foil for the Pacers and Warriors.But the fact that Paul left gave everyone hope.Therefore, everyone is recruiting and buying horses to strengthen themselves.

The impact of a superstar transfer can sometimes really change the entire league.

However, shortly after Paul joined the Rockets, a more explosive news was reported.Not to mention the fans and the media this time, even Henson was taken aback.

"What did you say!? LeBron James joined the Los Angeles Lakers!?"

When Henson got the call from Byrd, he got goosebumps all over his body.This news is really shocking to Henson. LeBron James will actually wear the purple and gold jersey to fight next season!
"That's right, the two sides should formally sign the contract tomorrow. LeBron is gone, Henson, our long-standing rival in the East is gone!" Bird's tone was very excited, and he didn't know whether it was surprise or happiness.

After hanging up the phone, Henson also fell into deep thought.James left the Cavaliers to join the Lakers, combined with his 34-year-old age.It is not difficult to see that James' transfer this time may not be for the championship.

The first two times James made a transfer decision, his purpose was very clear, that is to win the championship.It's a pity that he happened to meet the rising Pacers when he was in the Heat, and he was unlucky to meet the sudden emergence of the Warriors when he was in the Cavaliers.Otherwise, James must have won more than just one championship ring.

But this time, joining the Lakers who couldn't even make the playoffs last season, James definitely didn't transfer for the championship.There is no doubt that LeBron is starting to prepare for his retirement!

He is 34 years old, and like Paul, this is almost his last big contract.And Los Angeles is a highly exposed metropolis.There, James can single-handedly build his own business empire.There, James can arrange his affairs after retirement clearly.

In Cleveland, where you can walk out of the city in half an hour, what kind of business are you talking about?
Now LeBron is not like a pure player, not like a pure athlete, but more like a businessman!

Henson couldn't help but sigh, when one of his greatest enemies gave up the pursuit of the championship, he really felt a little empty suddenly.

Next season, there will no longer be that omnipotent No. 23 hindering himself.But the playoffs without LeBron seem to be a lot less interesting.
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At the same time, in a mansion in Los Angeles, LeBron James was relaxing on the sofa, looking out at the bustling Los Angeles from the Beverly Hills through the window.

This bustling "reinforced jungle", he didn't expect that he would come to Los Angeles to play someday.Because of that paranoia, the Los Angeles Lakers have always been regarded as a strong enemy by James.But I didn't expect that he would wear the same jersey as that guy next season.

James is relaxed now, and he was very nervous before the announcement of the results. He knew that he would definitely cause huge criticism if he transferred again.But after saying it, James was relieved.

He doesn't care what other people say, or whether they hate him or like him.Because no matter what, all of this has been irreversible.

Not everyone is like DeAndre Jordan, who likes to play back and forth.I heard that guy got in touch with the Mavericks again this summer, so hopefully Cuban won't be let off again.Since the fact of joining the Lakers cannot be changed, let them say it.

Looking at the clear sky in Los Angeles, James suddenly felt better.Because just a few days ago, James was extremely depressed.As long as he closes his eyes, he can always think of the tragedy of being swept by the Pacers 4-0 in the season just ended.

In fact, it was precisely because he was swept out by the Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals that James lost his confidence in winning the championship and officially decided that his future career should be based on business.

As an old opponent of the Pacers, James suddenly realized that as long as Henson Joe is there, that team is invincible!

"LeBron, do you regret it?"

While James was thinking alone, his manager, Rich Paul, walked into the living room. He had just discussed with "Magic" about the time to sign the contract tomorrow.

"Regret? Why regret it?" James smiled and spread his hands.

"Because you didn't expect Paul to leave Indianapolis. Now people are saying that next season is the best chance to break the Pacers' dominance. If you stay in Cleveland, maybe you have a chance."

"Opportunity? Hahahahahahaha." After hearing Rich Paul finish speaking, James laughed out loud.

"They think they can beat the Pacers, just like me back then. But in the end, they will find that they are too naive and too stupid. I know the Pacers and Henson Joe too well. I play against them almost every year, but I have never won a single time! You know? I won 73 wins.

James smiled jokingly, not knowing whether he was laughing at himself or those self-righteous guys.

"But they lost Paul."

"Yeah, they lost my good brother Paul. But they left another Paul. They also have a monster from Greece who is against the times. They have a monster who is only 1 meters tall and can play a center.

Rich Paul did not continue to speak, but swallowed.

It seems that over the years, Henson has not only defeated James time and time again, but directly defeated this guy, one of the greatest athletes in history, completely!

A man who can convince LeBron James, Rich Paul didn't dare to think about it, maybe he underestimated the Chinese coach.

"I know, you may think I'm crazy, but the start of the new season will prove it all. Those guys who tried to bring down Henson are all idiots who are beyond their control."

After James finished speaking, he waved his hand to signal Rich Paul that he didn't want to talk about this topic anymore.

The former No.1 in the league will start his retirement career in Los Angeles with peace of mind.A bloody fight?He is tired.

(End of this chapter)