I'm a big shot in basketball

On December [-]st, TNT evening prime time program.

Barkley, as the sponsor, invited a number of retired well-known players and former well-known head coaches to discuss why the Warriors can play the league's first record of 15 wins and 2 losses, and by the way, discuss why the Mavericks can also play a crazy record of 15 wins and 2 losses .

Former Knicks head coach Jeff Van Gundy spoke first:

"I think the Warriors and the Mavericks can tie for the first place in the league. They have the same place, that is, their head coaches Su Yang and Don Nelson have a better understanding of offense than other coaches in the league. Su Yang pursues more screens and runs more. move to create more easy scoring chances,

Don Nelson pursues faster rhythm creation and full participation in the offense. The current situation is that the Warriors rank first in the league in offensive efficiency and the Mavericks rank second. I remember that there was a previous report that Su Yang went to Don Nelson's house as a guest.

The two of them must have had a detailed exchange on how to play a more efficient offense, just like the national road sharing trip initiated by Su Yang last summer. I know that some teams in the league have already started to imitate the two teams, but it is very difficult. "

Former Bulls star Scottie Pippen answered:

"In addition to offense, the Warriors have a top 5 defensive efficiency in the league. They used defense to allow O'Neal to be blocked three times in a row. It is a masterpiece, and the Mavericks have a top 15 defensive efficiency in the league. Although it is much worse than the Warriors, but compared to the last Their defensive efficiency, which was the lowest in the league this season, has been greatly improved. It is said that they are tied for first with the Warriors.

I want to mention a statistic that most fans and commentators haven't noticed, that is Dirk Nowitzki's average rebounds per game, currently ranked tenth in the league, although he looks soft, but He also averaged 1.0 blocks per game. "

Former Trail Blazers head coach Mike Dunleavy answered:

"Another scary thing about the Warriors is that Su Yang seldom uses the rebounding madman Danny Fortson, probably because of the many injuries in the past few years. The only thing he used to deal with Jazz Karl Malone was very effective. In addition Su Yang also often DNP the master Adonal with an average of 2.4 blocks per game. I think those are his resources for the playoffs.

At that time, regardless of the Lakers, Spurs, and Mavericks Kings, he can let Fortson and Adonal spend first, and then let Yao Ming appear against the backup centers of the four teams. Their lineup depth is very terrifying, and no team can compete. "

After the words fell, the host Ernie asked: If the Warriors face the Mavericks in the playoffs, who will have a higher winning percentage.

Pippen, Dunleavy, and Kenny Smith supported the Mavericks. Van Gundy and Barkley supported the Warriors. The topic turned to why the Mavericks have a higher winning percentage and why the Warriors have a higher winning percentage. Nowitzki restrained the Warriors and also talked about The Warriors are strong enough to switch defenses.

After discussing for a long time, the topic turned to how to strengthen the Warriors, and everyone participating in the roundtable meeting put forward suggestions one after another.

While watching the show, Su Yang also thought about how to strengthen it.

I feel that the momentum of winning the championship is really on the Warriors' side. After all, it is the most difficult start in history, with a record of 15 wins and 2 losses.

very obvious,

The biggest flaw of the Warriors lies in the defense of the power forward position. Losing to the Spurs and Kings successively, and narrowly beating the Mavericks is the best proof, but it is really hard to find a power forward with excellent defense. Duncan, Webber, Nowitzki and Garnett Don't think about it for now,

Rasheed Wallace is an excellent target, but they are both Western Conference teams and may play against each other in the playoffs. It is too difficult to switch to Rasheed from the Trail Blazers. Eddie Griffin's help defense is also okay,

But those were the treasures of Dawson's three first-round exchanges, and because of his own transformation, he became a core-level player.

Looking at the West, only Elton Brand of the Clippers is still good defensively, and his rebounds and blocks are among the top ten, but that is the big treasure of the Clippers, and there is no need for others to send it away for the time being, and even if the Warriors catch up Jamison is also difficult to switch hands.

There is no suitable target in the west, let's look at the east side.

I didn't see the result after looking around. There is no power forward with a particularly good defense in the Eastern Conference. O'Neal ranks in the top ten in rebounds per game and blocks shots very well. ,

Not having an All-Defensive team is always almost meaningless.

Other players in the Eastern Conference who can serve as power forwards and defend fairly well include Theo Ratliff, who averages 3.2 blocks per game, but Theo Ratliff belongs to the top defense inside the pit, and is a large Adonal, traversing bias.

"There's no need to change this fucking power forward! You have to honestly rotate small forwards to fill in..." Su Yang temporarily gave up the idea of ​​​​exchanging power forwards with excellent offensive and defensive skills. After all, such power forwards are scarce items in any era, and they can be compared with Can't ask for it.

On the [-]nd of the next day, the players were invited to discuss in detail.

The main goal is to persuade Jamison, Richardson and Arenas to play together as a substitute, which is not difficult.

First, I invited Richardson home for lunch. Su Yang personally cooked two dishes to express his sincerity. He talked about TNT's program analyzing the possibility of the Warriors winning the championship, and then mentioned that he had decided to trade James Posey with the Nuggets. Chadson serves as a substitute.

Originally, I wanted to say "Arenas and Jamison have already agreed, and it's up to you to make the decision", but it's not a one-off deal. There is a high probability that the three will have a coach. In order to avoid losing trust, I have to tell the truth. Richardson doesn't deal with the contract recently, and his agent doesn't like to make troubles like Dan Feigen. He also makes Dayao a false starter at every turn, which is fair and just.

"We have great momentum and can hit the championship. It's just seven months. When the finals are over, James Posey may not be renewed. You will return to the starting position. He came off the bench instead…”

In fact, it is entirely possible to use the reason of 'better for the team' to arrange it directly, just like ignoring Jamison's embarrassing positioning.

But many NBA players are very sensitive to the difference between starters and substitutes. For example, in order to allow Westbrook to play as a substitute, the Lakers laid the groundwork for a whole season + more than ten games in the second season. Considering Richardson has a history of domestic violence, he is also quite worried. He was sulking.

"If it's for the championship, I have no problem!"

Richardson said sincerely, "As you know, coach, I have the championship gene. I started as a substitute in college. Mr. Tom Zoe once told me on the day of the draft that the NBA is very commercial, but it is also worth pursuing the championship with all our strength.

However, I hope to see James Posey show convincing strength before playing as a substitute. "

Su Yang nodded: "Of course! Everyone needs to prove their strength..." Before Dayao joined the team, he first singled out Dampier and other talents to gain a foothold. Of course, he would not directly arrange the starting position for Posey, at least the team Convinced by the internal trial training.

After chatting for a while, Richardson was sent away after lunch, and he rushed to the training base to find Arenas.

Briefly talk about the plan to arrange for Richardson and Jamison to play as substitutes, reminding that there will be two people who will take some of the ball, but I am quite worried that Arenas will be unhappy. Deliberately suppress.

"You arrange, I believe you."

Arias didn't fluctuate in emotion, but he was a little excited to hear that he wanted to win the championship. After all, Crazy San lost in the finals.

Su Yang didn't waste time, "I can't renew your contract in advance for the time being, because trading James Posey will take up part of the salary space, and temporarily trading other people will be very troublesome. Your best bet is to wait until the offseason, we waive your early bird rights, and you sign with us as a free agent.

This operation can give you a starting annual salary of 800 million. As for how long the contract will last, you will consider it yourself. "

The PUA owner Chris Cohan had already opened the door to the luxury tax, and since that conversation, Arenas has been very stern and stable. Chris Cohan no longer has any reason to procrastinate. can promise.

"You can arrange it, I just want to catch up with Kobe's defense..." Arenas seemed to be crazy.

Su Yang thought to himself that you really can't keep up with Kobe's defense. It's not that you don't work hard enough, but that your objective conditions are quite poor. It can only be said that I have been fed too much chicken soup for my soul, but it is definitely a good thing to have a strong defensive awareness. For the time being There is no need to point it out and let him go.

Instead, he left the training base, invited Jamison to eat steak at night, and informed the general manager to announce that he promised to renew his contract with Arenas in the off-season. Make trouble.

At six o'clock in the evening, Jamison arrived at the steakhouse with his manager, seemingly aware of something important.

Su Yang briefly explained the situation, and then got into the main topic. He first apologized for the embarrassing positioning of Jamison earlier, and then explained that he wanted Jamison to serve as a substitute for the purpose of winning the championship.

"I promise you that no matter what the final result is, I will cooperate with any request you make..." Jamison is not the kind of thorny player. According to the historical trajectory, he has accepted the reduction of the ball in the Warriors and accepted the substitute position in the Mavericks ,

It's easier to talk.

Jamison didn't say a word, but his agent said: "We believe that Jamison is enough to be the core player of any team. He can score 50+ points back to back. He has comprehensive skills and no shortcomings. You should know this..."

He caught Jamison's various advantages and praised him, but he didn't mention the issue of defensive deviation, and Su Yang didn't refute it.

"Our appeal is to ensure that the next contract can reflect the value of Jamison, but we are willing to cooperate to make changes, especially in the case that Richardson also accepts the bench, and Yao Ming often serves as a false starter, in order to win..."

Jamieson's agent was also sensible. Su Yang secretly felt that he did not let Dayao obviously enjoy special treatment. In his opinion, it was a fake starting strategy to help Dayao save energy and perform better. Come at a loss.

Maybe it's due to cultural differences.

The conversation went exceptionally well, and Su Yang ended by sincerely thanking Jamison for his willingness to make a change.

Instead, go back home and discuss with the general managers Sean and Mullin. The main thing is that Jamison and Richardson accept the replacements. The matter has not been completely resolved, because James Posey is about to join, Hunter, Murphy and Dampier And a little awkward positioning.

No more attempts can be made, it is necessary to stabilize as soon as possible.