The invincible kryptonite of basketball

Donnie Nelson is the little Nelson known to many Chinese fans. He is the son of the old Nelson and has also served as the chief consultant of the Chinese men's basketball team.

Cuban has a bold and unrestrained personality, and when he came up, he and Tang Tian were like a big hug.

"Welcome to Dallas, man!"

This is a real cowboy character.

Little Nelson was very polite to Tang Tian, ​​and could even speak a few words of Chinese.

I have to say that the lineup of the Mavericks is really humane.

"That Dirk guy can't come on vacation, but he told me that you are very welcome, oh, and your teammate Yi from the Chinese team, he kept praising you."

Cuban speaks for his players, and it can be seen that he usually has a really good relationship with the team members.

"We are the most lacking in front and back, OJ (Mayo) did not perform as expected last season, Vince (Carter) and Sean (Marion) are old, you really have a chance on our team .

And you also know that Dirk is getting old, the team needs a new core now, and what you want is exactly what we can give. "

Nelson Jr. also made the situation of the team very clear to Tang Tian.

After hearing what the two said, Tang Tian was a little moved.

Such a good boss, and such a cooperative general manager, plus the team atmosphere is no less than that of the Spurs.

Really, if it wasn't for the market problems there, Tang Tian might want to make a decision directly.

The meeting was very pleasant. When parting, Cuban held Tang Tian's arm and whispered.

"Our locker room is the most luxurious in the league. I'm talking about the home team locker room. You will definitely want to experience it. Of course, if you want to go to the nightclub, I can also go with you."

"Uh...hehehe."

Tang Tian smiled politely, Cuban really has something.

At the end of the first day's meeting, Tang Tian put the Mavericks at the top of his heart.

Although racial discrimination is a bit uncomfortable, it is impossible for everything to go smoothly, and if he really becomes the core, the fans will not show it in front of him.

The meeting on the first day went well.

On the next day, which was the last day of June, Tang Tian met with the Rockets first in the morning.

In addition to general manager Morey, the Rockets also brought in an unexpected person, Harden.

"Don't look at me with that expression, I welcome you to the Rockets, and I really need your help, I want to help this team return to the top."

Harden's character is still very good, after seeing Tang Tian's unexpected expression, he immediately said with a smile.

When talking, the big beard trembles and trembles, which is quite cute.

"Yes, Tang, we used to have Yao. You will get respect in Houston that you can't get in other cities. We have the largest Chinatown in the United States. You will feel very comfortable living here."

Morey then began lobbying.

"And you can create an era with James, our lineup is very good, and the cap space is very good, we can even try to chase Dwight (Howard) and other big stars, we can play small ball, Chandler (Par Sens) at the [-] and we're going to play modern basketball."

I have to say that Morey's oral job is really good.

The Rockets were originally Tang Tian's intention to go to. Morey listed all these benefits, which is really good.

"Come here, you've got champions, you need some challenge now."

When parting, Harden used another method to persuade Tang Tian.

Tang Tian smiled and nodded.

This is the end of the meeting with the Rockets, Tang Tian is really entangled now.

The Mavericks' management and team atmosphere are good, and the Rockets' market and team potential are very good.

This is really each has its own advantages, and each has its own reasons to go.

On the afternoon of the 31st, which was the last day when the free market gate officially opened, Tang Tian met the Pelicans team in the coffee shop.

He and Fagan were a little late because of the traffic jam, but before they could say sorry, when he entered, he was startled by the battle inside.

Pelicans head coach Monty Williams, general manager Dale Demps, player Davis, and an old man in his 80s. If you guessed right, it should be the current owner of the Pelicans, Tom Ben. Mori.

It's true that the whole family is out.

This scene is truly unprecedented.

Fei Gen was also very surprised. The only signal sent by this kind of battle was: they attached great importance to Tang Tian, ​​very important, extremely important.

Davis had met Tang Tian before, and now he introduced everyone to Tang Tian one by one.

Tang Tian shook hands with them one by one.

"Don, we need you."

The first to speak was head coach Williams.

"Maybe other teams have told you about the benefits of their side before, but our attitude is completely different from theirs. We have observed you for more than a year, and we know that you have the potential to become the core of the team."

Moreover, Tang Tian was very surprised when Williams spoke, which was something that several teams hadn't said before.

"When you first come into the league you can only shoot spot-up threes and your defense can only be considered good, but you are improving almost every year, every day, and we can see the sweat behind you and the existence. possibility."

When Williams spoke, Dempsey kept nodding, and Benson looked at Tang Tian with a smile.

Obviously, these are not empty words, they really stared at him for a while.

"You develop catch-and-shoot, you develop pass, your shot-blocking improves a lot, we've all seen that, so we can tell you very clearly, we also believe you can develop offense with the ball. Ability to become the outside core of the Pelicans."

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Chapter 4 Eleven 2013 NBA free agent market (third update)

Williams' words were loud.

Tang Tian probably has some understanding of Williams' coaching style.

This should be the same type of coach who is good at training players like Brooks of the Thunder.

After the Pelicans sent Paul away, they chose to let him stay. It seems that it is not only because Williams still has a contract, but also because the management has considered it carefully.

"Don, Mr. Benson is a legend in New Orleans. He has really invested a lot in the team. He renovates the arena, and as long as the players have any difficulties, he will try his best to help solve them."

Davis added at this time.

This time, the cute thick eyebrow brother said something useful.

But judging by his expression, it should be from the bottom of his heart.

A good, committed boss is indeed a plus.Just like Cuban on the Mavericks.

Although the Pelicans are also a small city team, it doesn't mean that the owner must be stingy.

And what Davis said was just icing on the cake, what really moved Tang Tian's heart was what Williams said.

To be honest, maybe the Spurs didn't make it this far.

The Pelicans really care about him.

However, this kind of focus seems to be explainable.

Although New Orleans was rebuilt after the hurricane, its population plummeted, and it has not recovered for so many years.

Although the team moved back to New Orleans, everything about the ball market started from scratch.

They are even trying to attract tourists and increase the flow of people through tourism.

To exaggerate, as long as Tang Tian is typed out, it is not surprising that there will be an extra Chinatown there.

So more than a year of tracking is really not too much.

And for a team, the standard equipment is the core of the inside and outside. He and Davis are the twin stars, and the lower limit is very high.

With the addition of some role players, the upper limit can be raised at once. Compared with the Mavericks and Rockets, the possibility of winning the championship is obviously much greater.

The only downside to going there is that the ball market is a bit small.

But after experiencing the Spurs, he already knows that the size of the ball market has little effect on him, and New Orleans is indeed a very good choice.

The meeting with the Pelicans is over, Tang Tian really needs to think about it now.

Mavericks, Rockets or Pelicans.

From choosing one of seven, to choosing one of three.

All three places have pros and cons.

The good news is that he will have a whole free agent market to think about, so don't be so anxious.

At 7:1 on July 0st, US time, the door to the NBA free agent market officially opened.

Compared with the scene where old Duncan was the top card last year, this year's free market can be said to be full of big names.

Dwight Howard, Chris Paul, these are all All-Stars who can definitely bring qualitative changes to the team.

In addition, "Little AI" Andre Iguodala, the Jazz's inside double stars Al Jefferson and Paul Millsap;

JR Smith, who just won the best sixth man, and Monta Ellis, one of the former Warriors' two guns;

"Demon Sword" Ginobili and former Lakers striker Andrew Bynum are all popular in the market.

There are also Nick Young, Tony Allen, Korver, Matt Barnes, Mike Dunleavy, etc. are also outstanding role players.

And like Tang Tian, ​​Tyreke Evans, Brandon Jennings and many other outstanding restricted free agents.

This year's free agent market is really lively.

What people didn't expect was that just after the free agency door opened, several consecutive big signings directly settled those big fish.

Howard and the Lakers reached a five-year 5 million yuan maximum salary contract, the last year of which is a player option.

Earlier news broke that the Rockets launched a fierce pursuit of Howard, and once reached an agreement.

But in the end, the Lakers didn't know what method they used to successfully keep Howard.

In this way, after stopping in the Western Conference semifinals last year, the Lakers F4 will continue to attack the championship.

Almost at the same time, Paul also reached a five-year 5 million contract with the Clippers, the last year of which is a player option.

Although the Clippers stopped in the first round last year, it was only Rivers' first year in charge of the team. For the Big Three, they obviously haven't reached their limit.

Just after these two signings, Iguodala's next home has also been determined.

After leading the team to the best record in team history, he did not choose to renew his contract in the end, but chose to sign with the Warriors for 4 million in 4800 years.

It is worth mentioning that the Warriors do not have so much salary space at this time, and it is foreseeable that a deal will be concluded in the future.

The Bobcats signed Al Jefferson for three years and $3 million.

Jefferson got the highest annual salary contract of his career, which is also the biggest signing of Joe's Bobcats career.

It seems that compared to Tang Tian, ​​he obviously prefers famous stars like Jefferson.

With the twin stars of Walker and Jefferson, after failing to hit the playoffs last year, they can also go further this year.

Paul Millsap and the Eagles reached a two-year, $2 million contract.

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The signing speed of this year's free agent market is extremely fast, and it has also attracted heated discussions among fans on social media.

"What's wrong with this year? Every signing is so fast?"

"If you have a big name, of course grab it quickly! Is it possible to give your competitors a chance?"

"To be honest, I really didn't expect Howard to stay with the Lakers in the end. Didn't he have a bad relationship with Kobe?"

"Huo Mi is so heartbroken. It was said that Howard is coming, and if he comes to Houston, he can get more money and play basketball happily!"

"I think it's a pity because of the loss last season. They lost to the Spurs in the Western Conference semifinals, and the Spurs finally won the championship."

"Yes, this is the most important thing. It is good to have more money, but do you have a heart?"

"This is pretty good. The Lakers will strengthen this season, and they are still the favorites to win the championship. The West is still very exciting."

"Speaking of excitement, you haven't noticed, did Iguodala go to the Warriors?"