Bishop of the Abyss

Chapter 132 132. Greed and Desire The Progress of the "Elvis" Deal
The next day, news of Popovich's accidental injury with a fractured rib swept across the country.

Even before the Christmas game between the Timberwolves and the Spurs, fans speculated that this game was not destined to be peaceful.

But the fans never thought that it was the Spurs coach Popovich who was injured in the end. Even if the referee's penalty was an accident on the field, the responsibility must be none other than the Timberwolves.

According to the Spurs team doctor, Trenton Hassel's collision directly caused Popovich to break four ribs.

In addition, Popovich is nearly 60 years old, and he heals slower than young people, so in the next three months, Popovich may have to recover from his injuries and will not be able to return to work.

It is worth mentioning that Popovich, who has never played social software much, posted a number of dynamics after the game, condemning the despicable methods of the Timberwolves.

Yes, in Popovich's view, this is definitely a premeditated attack, not a coincidence as people see.

It can only be said that the Timberwolves' methods are too secretive, so that fans cannot see the slightest flaw.

However, Popovich's position at the time violated the coaching regulations, and there was no evidence that Trenton Hassell deliberately bumped into someone, so even if the league wanted to intervene, there was no way.

I can only watch Popovich admit that he is unlucky, and he has to experience this kind of sudden disaster at a very old age.

As for the Timberwolves, Popovich's injury made Timberwolves fans feel happy. In the playoffs last year, Popovich instructed Bowen to deliberately step on Nehbar, which made Popovich a public enemy of Minnesota.

The Spurs have had a neat lineup in the past few years. If the Timberwolves want to win the championship, the Spurs must cross a threshold, so no matter from which point of view, fans have no reason to like the Spurs.

Popovich's injury attracted the support of many stars. Although he didn't dare to satirize the Timberwolves face to face in the interview, what he said was dissatisfaction with the Timberwolves.

Since the Timberwolves are gaining momentum in the league, they have had a lot of limelight in the past two seasons. If there is a chance, there are definitely not a few people who want to watch the Timberwolves.

It's just a pity that the outside world can't catch the Timberwolves in this matter, and can only condemn it morally through gritted teeth.

And in the process of condemning, he didn't dare to use too much force, he could only hint at something strangely, for fear of angering the lunatics like Timberwolves.

That appearance looked so humble and aggrieved that Luke didn't even have the desire to look directly at it.

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"It's really happy. Greg's injury is very happy in my opinion, let alone the fans who have been suppressed for a long time."

"This old guy has been eccentric since the offseason, full of hostility towards the Timberwolves, and has been slandering the team's reputation."

"It's really disgusting to look like you have to pretend to be sanctimonious even though your stomach is full of bad water."

"Trenton's acting skills this time almost fooled me. If I didn't know your character of vengeance, I would definitely believe that this was an accident."

In the office, General Manager McHale was smoking a cigarette in a good mood. It seemed that Luke was far from the only one who was unhappy with Popovich.

"This time it's all due to Bill. He's more thoughtful than me. If it were me, the scene would be much simpler and rougher."

"Sure enough, Bill is an expert in this area."

Without much expression, Luke sat opposite McHale and smoked a cigarette together.

Luke has no mercy for Popovich's injury. Like Bogut's dog, Popovich has always been on Luke's revenge list.

However, Popovich is a basketball coach, and Luke couldn't think of a good way to make an accident.

Larry Brown's injury has long made the league aware. If it is still the same way, the Timberwolves will inevitably fall into the center of public opinion.

Unexpectedly, Bill Lambiel had planned everything long ago, and he was much more cautious than Luke. Now it seems that Lambiel was very talented in this aspect when he was playing, and the obviously bad fouls can always escape the referee's eyes.

"By the way, the management of the Bobcats has been in contact with me more and more frequently. At the beginning, when I said that I needed Gerrard, the Bobcats refused without even thinking about it. But recently, they have obviously wanted to let go."

"But the opponent also has a hard condition, that is, we must take out Monta, otherwise they won't use Gerrard as a bargaining chip." Speaking of this, McHale couldn't help spitting, "Bah! Grandson, Monta's potential is well known to the entire league, but he wants a first-round pick and a talented player, what a bunch of greedy guys!"

Luke was not surprised by McHale's words. The Bobcats were just established last season, and their current situation is worse than that of the underwhelming teams in the league's rebuilding period.

Luke would be willing to use Szczerbiak as a bargaining chip, but the Bobcats are definitely not interested.

What the Bobcats need is a young and talented team-building core, as well as a first-round pick who can become an active player in the future. Players like Szczerbiak who are nearly [-] years old and still suffering from injuries are definitely not considered by the Bobcats. within range.

Unless the Timberwolves are willing to sell at a cabbage price, but the Timberwolves do not engage in charity, Szczerbiak is extremely stable, not to mention the cabbage price, even if the first round of the lottery protects Luke, he would not dare to trade at this time.

So after picking and picking, there are undoubtedly only a few players that the Bobcats can finally fall in love with. Kevin Garnett, the Bobcats must be greedy, but the Bobcats know their own weight, and they dare not give birth to Garnett.

Among the remaining players, only Monta Ellis, Nehbar, and Bynum meet the Bobcats' team building standards.

Among them, Bynum has just been traded to the team, and his performance is far less dazzling than that of Monta Ellis.

Nehbar was also selected to the All-Star team last year, and his trade value is much higher than that of Gerald Wallace.

Even if Nehbar's personal status has declined this year, it's not that Gerald Wallace can be changed alone, let alone want the Timberwolves to get a first-round pick.

After being excluded, the only player in the Timberwolves who meets the conditions of the Bobcats is Monta Ellis. Monta Ellis' performance in his rookie season was a blast.

The defending champion Timberwolves can play this kind of offensive firepower. If they are placed on a weak team, they will definitely be the core of the team.

Gerald Wallace's current transaction value is higher than that of Monta Ellis, but Wallace is not suitable for training as the core of the team.

The Bobcats are very clear that if they want to win the player Monta Ellis, their rookie season is definitely the best opportunity. Once Ellis realizes his potential in the future, the Bobcats are thinking about getting Ellis with these chips. The odds are almost zero.

So when McHale conveyed the wishes of the Bobcats, Luke was not surprised at all. As of now, the whole thing is under Luke's control.

"I am very envious of Gerrard, the player. Now it seems that Monta's transaction value is not lower than Gerrard's, but Gerrard's contribution to the team will be far greater than Monta's, even more than I imagined. More exaggeration."

"Don't compromise on the Bobcats easily, the initiative should be in your own hands at any time."

"You are more professional than me in how to grasp this speed. As for the first-round pick of the Lakers, don't feel bad, it was blackmailed anyway."

"I am determined to win this player, Gerrard. He will be the last piece of the jigsaw puzzle for the team to hit the championship this season!" Pressing the cigarette butt into the ashtray, Luke's face was full of greed and desire.

　Ask for a monthly ticket, ask for a recommendation ticket, ask for a ticket, brothers!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)