NBA: I am the card dealer
Chapter 545: Build a lineup!
Because the historical trajectory has changed, Lopez Sr. left the Nets and was replaced by Lopez Jr.
and so.
Jeremy Lin gets more opportunities. He averaged 15.5 points, 5.7 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game last season. His shooting percentage was 43.8% and his three-point shooting percentage was 37.2%. His performance is still very good and he definitely has a place in the current league's backcourt.
Although the Raptors' backcourt duo is very strong, they lack a third scoring point. Jeremy Lin's arrival will undoubtedly greatly enhance their bench strength.
Powell, as a second-round pick, has played in the league for two years, but he averaged only 8.4 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game last season. He is a pure role player and naturally cannot be compared with Jeremy Lin.
So it's not too much to ask the Raptors to take this year's No. 23 pick.
After all, no matter how good Jeremy Lin is, he can still be traded for a first-round pick.
But Atkinson hesitated and said, "Xue, although we have a lot of backcourt players, not many of them can score stably. Jeremy Lin's defense may have problems of this or that kind, but his offensive ability is definitely worthy of recognition. If you replace him, I'm worried that no one will step up to relieve your offensive pressure!"
The implication of this statement is that they don't want Jeremy Lin to be sent away.
In other words, he is not very optimistic about Powell.
Sean Marks also chimed in: "I also think this substitution is a bit of a disadvantage."
As a team manager, he would not consider whether the player is suitable, but would think about whether the transaction would be a loss.
Xue Liancheng said: "I think he should be suitable for us."
Finally, the boss made the decision: "Let's follow Xue's idea. He has much more experience in winning championships than us. He knows what the team needs now."
This time.
Sean Marks and Atkinson were speechless.
Xue Liancheng was not polite and directly expressed his thoughts: "As for Whitehead, Stauskas, Trevor Booker, and Quincy Acy, if there is a chance, we should quickly deal with them. We need to free up quota to sign players we need more, or exchange them for a second-round pick."
There is no need to continue to support these water dispenser players.
After all, there are still some gold in the current free market, and they need to dig them out quickly, otherwise the new season may be like this.
For example, Amir Johnson and David West are the players that the Nets urgently need.
Atkinson: "If we get rid of them, we won't even have 15 people on the roster!"
Xue Liancheng: "Aren't there still some players on the free market now? Veterans like David West, I have worked with him before, he definitely has some gas in his tank. Amir Johnson is also a good player. Forwards and inside players can be added as appropriate."
Sean Marks: "Okay, I'll get in touch with him later."
Xue Liancheng: "Also, Sabonis of the Miami Heat is a very good player. You can try to get in touch with him."
The Heat's inside line is very crowded right now, and Sabonis Jr. hasn't made a name for himself yet, so this is an opportunity.
This is also the reason why he did not announce his joining the Nets or announce that he is the owner.
If this news came out, the old fox Riley would definitely not make a deal with the Nets, especially for a player like him who he had chosen, how could Riley possibly hand him over?
And now that he is hiding behind the scenes, the possibility of a deal is increased.
Atkinson: "Sabonis?"
Sean Marks: "His performance in the Heat last season was average! And his efficiency was very low. Are you sure you want him?"
Xue Liancheng nodded: "He is very good at handling the ball, which fits my style of play very well."
Now it's a bit rotten.
But Sabonis will be an All-Star inside player in the future! His height is extraordinary.
Moreover, Sabonis is very versatile. He can assist from the high post, grab rebounds under the basket, and play one-on-one in the low post. He has a very broad vision and is excellent in protecting the basket. He is definitely a cornerstone player worth cultivating.
Now is the time to buy on dips. If you miss this opportunity, you may miss it too.
Once the new season begins, Sabonis, who has adapted to the intensity of the confrontation, will completely explode, averaging 12+8+2 per game. It will not be so easy for you to make any plans at this time!
Sean Marks immediately agreed: "Okay, I'll get in touch with him later."
Next.
The two sides discussed the lineup for a long time before disbanding.
After everyone left.
Zhuang Yan was a little worried: "With the Nets' lineup, are you sure you can lead them into the playoffs?"
Xue Liancheng smiled bitterly: "I'll do my best."
There is not even one person who can fight, so what guarantees can he make?
Dinwiddie and LeVert are currently the players with the greatest potential in the Nets.
But the former only came to the Nets last season, averaging only 7.4 points, 3.1 assists and 2.8 rebounds per game, and his overall performance was really average.
According to historical trajectory, in the new season, Dinwiddie finally seized the opportunity in the absence of Jeremy Lin. His progress is indeed great, but his shooting is very unstable and his physical constraints ultimately limit his ceiling.
The latter was the 8.2th pick last year and averaged 3.3 points, 1.9 rebounds and assists per game last season. His overall performance was remarkable.
But again, LeVert's core strength is too poor, which reduces his breakthrough and finishing abilities, especially his finishing after confrontation, which is particularly bad.
Therefore, LeVert's ceiling is just that high, and it is still feasible for him to concentrate on playing an offensive and defensive role player.
Cultivate into a core?
Then don't count on it, your talent is really limited.
Zhuang Yan thought for a moment and said, "How about... starting a big deal and giving it a try?"
Xue Liancheng shook his head slowly: "We don't have any bargaining chips! If we still use future draft picks as a bet, it will be self-destructive. Besides, the signing and trading in the free market has just been finalized. How many teams are willing to make major changes?"
Most teams are signing and trading according to their team-building ideas. Some teams have already reaped great rewards. How could they suddenly disrupt their team-building ideas and initiate big deals at this time?
Most importantly, what chips do the Nets have?
Nothing at all.
You're going to trade a few players who average a few points per game for their core players. They're not fools, so how could they agree?
There is no doubt that now is not the time to wield a hoe to dig out other people's core players. If he starts the trade after LeVert, Dinwiddie, or Joe Harris and others have performed well, it will be feasible.
Now?
Of course that won't work.
Zhuang Yan also smiled slightly and said, "Then you will be under a lot of pressure."
Xue Liancheng: "Let's give it a try and see if there is any chance in the middle of the season."
……
……
Two days later.
The Raptors and the Nets completed another deal.
The Nets sent Jeremy Lin and Quincy Ace to the Raptors in exchange for Powell, this year's No. 18 pick Anunoby, and the second-round pick.
As soon as the deal was finalized, Nets fans started to criticize the basketball coach as a psychopath.
"Fuck, this is nakedly giving warmth to the fierce dragons!"
"Jeremy Lin is now the team's top scorer, but they traded him for a young Kalami and a rookie. I don't know what they were thinking."
"Yeah! We also need Quincy Acy. His defensive ability is pretty good and he plays a role in the team's rotation. He's actually an extra."
"The Nets are really hopeless. It will be hard for them to average 90 points per game in the new season."
"It's just a bunch of rookies and role players. They have no offensive ability at all. It's really disappointing."
“It’s completely rotten.”
The media's comments were also very direct.
The Raptors get an A+.
This deal is a pure win for the Raptors. They got an excellent scorer, or at least a super upgraded version of Powell, who can effectively replace Lowry or DeRozan's playing time and greatly enhance their bench depth.
Although Quincy Acy's scoring ability is a bit weaker, he also has some role to play on the defensive end and can effectively supplement their forward strength.
In contrast, the Nets received a C-.
Powell was a second-round pick who participated in the draft after playing four years in college. He is 24 years old this year. His potential is basically obvious at a glance. He has good impact and is excellent in off-ball defense. But the problem is that his offense is not that good either, averaging only 8.4 points per game. Moreover, his shots are particularly unreasonable and his playing style is quite unique. He is called Bob Kobe, and you can imagine how abstract his shooting is.
Using a top-notch guard to trade for a role player, isn't this just giving away some warmth?
The Nets' only gain may be this year's No. 23 pick Anunoby.
But a pick at the end of the first round is definitely not commensurate with Jeremy Lin's value.
Giving the Nets management a C- would be a face-saving measure.
The only comment people have on this move is that the Nets are on the road to decline and there is no turning back.
But the problem is that next year’s first-round pick doesn’t belong to the Nets!
You are just playing badly for others.
The fans expressed their incomprehension, not at all.
Xue Liancheng was very happy when he learned that the team had completed the deal.
In any case, Powell is also a mature scorer. As long as he is given the opportunity, he is unique in singles with the ball. After all, he is called Bob Kobe, and there is no doubt about his personal offensive ability.
And Anunoby is even better.
With a height of 203cm, a wingspan of an astonishing 220cm, a weight of 107kg, and a standing reach of 273cm, he possesses speed, strength, jumping ability, and height. He is a natural defensive talent. His draft template is Leonard, which shows Anunoby's defensive talent.
In addition, he can run and jump well, has excellent athletic ability, is also good at fast breaks and counterattacks, and is particularly suitable for attacking the basket.
of course.
His shortcomings are also very obvious, that is, he lacks offensive skills, his free throw ability is very poor, he cannot lower his core when dribbling, he is prone to turnovers or butter hands, and his passing skills and court vision are very poor.
That's right.
On the offensive end, his role is basically to attack the basket and shoot three-pointers, don't expect anything else.
In other words, Anunoby's biggest possibility is to grow into a high-quality 3D player. As for whether he can grow beyond that, it depends on his offensive talent.
but.
Anunoby is a natural match for Xue Liancheng.
Because what Xue Liancheng wants is your defense, your athleticism, and your three-point shooting ability. You may not have the others, but if you have all three, then you will be a perfect partner.
But just when Xue Liancheng was delighted, some bad news came.
General Manager Sean Marks called him and said, "Xue, I think his asking price is too outrageous. He actually wants LeVert. This is absolutely impossible."
The price Max asked for was Riley's exorbitant price.
He actually asked for Levert.
This is simply unacceptable.
Last season was LeVert's rookie season. He averaged 8.2 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of 45.7%. For a rookie, this is a remarkable performance and his potential has been vaguely seen.
On the other hand, Sabonis Jr.
He played for 18 minutes, had only 5.5 points and 3.2 rebounds, and his shooting percentage was only 40%, which was simply terrible.
You know, Sabonis is an inside player!
With this efficiency, it's hard to think he deserves an 11th pick.
of course.
Sabonis' poor performance is actually understandable.
First, he had a period of time in the Magic, serving as a substitute for Vucevic, and was not very adaptable to the confrontation. After finding his position, he was unexpectedly traded to the Heat.
Overshadowed by Gasol and Porzingis, Sabonis naturally has little chance to perform.
So there’s really nothing to say if he didn’t play well in his rookie season.
The most important thing is that you have to let people see where you shine.
Apart from his excellent passing vision, Sabonis has basically nothing to show for it.
That's why Sean Marks is unhappy.
Although Sabonis was the 11th pick last year and LeVert was picked lower, only th, in terms of the potential shown in his rookie season, LeVert is clearly more promising than Sabonis.
But Xue Liancheng is different. He can see the future of a player, so naturally he wants to use LeVert to exchange Sabonis Jr. immediately.
There is no doubt that LeVert was close to first-rate level during his peak period, almost reaching the quasi-All-Star level.
But the thing is, you're only just shy of being an All-Star.
In other words, LeVert is still some distance away from being a quasi-All-Star, let alone an All-Star.
But Sabonis is different!
This is a true All-Star. He has been the boss of the Pacers and his strength is proven.
Although Sabonis is not very effective in defending pick-and-rolls, his rim protection ability is average and his footwork is not too fast.
But his offense is excellent!
His high-post coordination ability is rare in the league, he protects rebounds very well, and he is proficient in all offensive techniques, which is enough to make up for those shortcomings.
It can be said that Sabonis Jr. has reached the level of a team core.
Throughout history, whether in the Pacers or the Kings, Sabonis Jr. has proven this.
It can be said that Sabonis Jr. played a major role in the Kings ending their embarrassing 16-year streak of not making the playoffs.
and so.
Why hesitate when trading a high-quality role player for a core player of the team?
but.
He can't just say it!
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