Basketball Dragon

Chapter 75 Official Release
The most concerned about the All-Stars, of course, is the All-Star Game, the East-West matchup.

Of course Li Hai and the others would not miss it, they stopped by to cheer for Yao Ming.

For the 24 players participating in the All-Star Game, the starting lineup is a testament to the popularity of the players. If they are on the bench, it depends on some luck. Personal data, team record and position are just one aspect.

The Eastern All-Star coach is Heat coach Stan Van Gundy, the main lineup is: Allen Iverson, LeBron James, Vince Carter, Grant Hill and Shaquille O'Neal, the bench is: Jermaine - O'Neal, Dwyane Wade, Zajunas Ilgauskas, Paul Pierce, Gilbert Arenas, Ben Wallace, Antawn Jamison.

The Western Conference All-Stars are coached by Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, and the lineup is: Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan and Yao Ming, with backups With: Ray Allen, Dirk Nowitzki, Shawn Marion, Manu Ginobili, Amare Stoudemire, Steve Nash, Rashard Lewis .

The feast of top stars in the league is intoxicating. This All-Star session has been fierce from the beginning, and the score is alternately leading until the last quarter.

In the end, the Eastern All-Star players were more eager to win, and they had the last laugh with 125:115. Allen Iverson also won the All-Star MVP again.

Sitting on the sidelines watching the game, Li Hai was in a great mood and had the desire to stand among the group of players.

This weekend, many players relaxed in Denver, but most of the team's front office was in the middle of intense negotiations, and various mid-season trades in the league began to be struck.

The Knicks made two separate trades with the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets, trading center Nazr Mohamed and guard Jamison Brewer for the Spurs' backup power forward Malik Rose and the next two A first-round pick, and traded center Vin Baker and guard Mookie Norris for the Rockets' backup power forward Maurice Taylor.

The Knicks, who were already desperately short of insiders, also replaced Muhammad. Although Muhammad was not very reliable as the starting center, the exchanged two people were obviously more difficult to play on the team's insiders, so they added 4 points. The depth of the bench at No. [-], team manager Isiah Thomas is probably already thinking about next season.

On February 2, the league started the regular season again.

The Knicks moved Kurt Thomas to the center position, backup power forward Michael Sweetney became the starter, Lehi was still the team's sixth man, and the result was another defeat to Detroit.

After returning from Denver, Li Hai's mentality has changed. He is not satisfied with the team's operation in the middle of the season, and he is not acceptable to let him play as a substitute.

If the team replaces with a strong insider, it's no problem to let him continue to play as a substitute, but after the trade, the Knicks' insider is even worse. He absolutely cannot accept the team's direct rot in the second half.

Whether it’s because he doesn’t want Tim Thomas’s annual salary to depreciate too much, or the team wants to consider his contract extension, but give him status early, he doesn’t accept these excuses. He entered the NBA to win. If the Knicks don’t Value his opinion, he doesn't mind going to other teams.

In Herb Williams' office, Isiah Thomas is also there, and the two are discussing team matters.

"Li, is there anything urgent for you? If not, we can talk tomorrow." Williams said.

Li Hai said seriously: "Now, coach, and Mr. Thomas, I think the strength of the team is better than the record. Let me play the main force and give me the ball. If this continues, the team will be closer to the playoffs." It’s not right to come further and further away.”

"At position 2, position 3, and position 4, I can help the team. To be honest, the team's inside line is too weak now. If you don't have height, it's better to let me go up."

Li Hai thinks that Crawford, Tim Thomas and Michael Sweetney are not suitable to start, and Kurt Thomas is also a little short to play center.

He is capable of starting the team's three positions. It depends on how the coach judges. It is obviously inappropriate to let him play as a substitute.

"You think you can help the team more by playing the starting lineup." It was Isiah Thomas who answered Li Hai.

Herb Williams is only an interim head coach, and it is estimated that Isiah Thomas is the real master of the team.

"Of course, my ability is not only to score, but also to defend the opponent's arrows. I think the team should allow me to limit the opponent's trump card. No one is more suitable than me." Li Hai said loudly.

"Then are you ready for long-term development in the Knicks? Lee, I need a promise from you." Isiah Thomas said with a serious expression.

Li Hai said with a smile: "I only stayed in New York when I came to the United States. The Knicks gave me an opportunity in the draft. In such a big city and a big stage, if the team is willing to train me, I certainly hope to develop for a long time."

"With all due respect, I have strength and commercial value, and I am definitely worthy of the team's investment."

Isiah Thomas stretched out his hand, "Lee, as long as you have the strength, the team will definitely give you the biggest stage."

On February 2, the Knicks played against the 24ers at home again, and their starting lineup changed again.

Li Hai became the team's starting No. 3, while Tim Thomas was the No. 4. The Knicks directly turned the used small lineup into the starting lineup.

In this game, Li Hai directly scored a comprehensive data of 30+5+5. The Knicks also won the home game 113:101. Bundle.

On February 2, the Knicks played against the Indiana Pacers at home.

Because of the Auburn Hills Palace fight, Ron Artest was suspended for 73 games and all salary was suspended, Stephen Jackson was suspended for 30 games, and Jermaine O'Neal was suspended for 15 games. are also greatly affected.

However, under the leadership of veteran Reggie Miller, they still maintain the top eight in the East, and they are also strong. By this time, except for Ron Artest, the other two have come back.

However, compared to the match at the beginning of the season, the Pacers' lineup has also undergone major changes due to injuries and Artest's absence. Jermaine O'Neal appeared at the starting 4 position.

Li Hai is still the team's starting No. 3. The acting head coach Herb Williams has officially confirmed that he is the Knicks' No.3 pick at No. 1.

And his tactical status in the team has also been affirmed.

(End of this chapter)