The days of running around the United States always pass quickly. When Bill Duffy returned to Indianapolis with Yiyang, the time had come to June 18. At this time, it was only a week away from the 2010 NBA Draft.
Stevens asked Duffy Yiyang about the draft with great concern, but Duffy could only shake his head under Stevens's inquiry.
"Yi's draft pick will not fall out of expectations, but as to which team will be selected, I really don't know for sure." Duffy spread his hands, and the draft is very passive for the players. Because rookies do not have the right to choose, even Duffy, an experienced manager, cannot change this fact.
Stevens felt relieved when Duffy said this. The Hayward boy has been predicted to be picked by the Jazz at the ninth overall pick. If nothing happens, Yiyang will not fall out of the top 15! As long as it does not fall below expectations, Stevens will not worry.
"Brad." Just as Stevens was thinking, Yiyang suddenly called him.
"Huh?" Stevens knew that Yiyang rarely took the initiative to speak to others. He must have something to do in doing so.
"On the day of the draft...are you coming?" Yiyang, the brave young man, shy away from his eyes after saying this, and did not dare to look at Stevens.
"Hahahaha, of course I will go! I will accompany you to witness you become a real professional player!" Stevens thought there was nothing wrong with Yiyang, but...this unruly one The Asian defender just considers himself a true friend. He longed that Stevens would not be absent in the big day of his life.
Everything is ready. Now, what Yiyang and the others can do is to wait for the day of the draft. Then, see where God will let this kid from the Wood District go to.
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On June 25, 2010, the fans were still immersed in the excitement of another yellow-green battle, and the Los Angelesers were even overwhelmed by a sea of happiness. Kobe and Gasol brought them the second consecutive championship trophy. After years of immersion, the Zijin Dynasty seems to be standing in the world again.
NBA Finals is related to the life and death of the two best teams. But today, there is one thing that will be even more eye-catching than the finals that just ended! After all, the annual NBA Draft is directly related to the future of all teams!
"God! This battle is bigger than the finals of March Madness!" As soon as Hayward got out of the car, he saw Madison Square Garden surrounded by crowds of black and heavy, and he couldn't help but open his mouth wide.
Yiyang looked at the scene in front of him, and he also felt very shocked. But this guy didn't express his emotions on his face, instead he clenched his fists. Because he knows that when he comes out of Madison Square Garden, his world will change drastically!
Off the court, reporters are analyzing the ideas of the teams in this draft. This draft, which is like a gambling, may be much more exciting than a serious basketball game!
It is very likely that you will accidentally choose the next Jordan today. Of course, it is not impossible that there is a second Kwame Brown. No one knows what results this exciting gambling will ultimately bring to the team, and even the top team leaders who are about to make a decision have no idea.
"What are you waiting for? Let's go!" Bill Duffy took a group of people to the draft, and the door of professional basketball is about to be knocked open!
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Mu Ran is crowded in the small media area. Today, besides him, many domestic media are here admiringly. CCTV5 even broadcasted the entire draft contest!
It seems that Yiyang's draft also affects the hearts of tens of thousands of fans in another land at this moment. In the stands, more and more fans have entered the stadium. It is not difficult for Mourin to find that there are many yellow-skinned guys among them.
These college students who study abroad are here for Yiyang. They want to witness the journey of another yellow-skinned guy on the NBA stage after Yao Ming and Yi Jianlian.
In China, the ratings of the draft competition also hit a record high. There have been many examples of big players entering the NBA, but this is the first time that a Chinese guard who can be invited to a small black room has happened.
After watching for a lap, Mu Ran is also increasingly looking forward to the draft meeting that will begin in a few minutes. At this time, the appearance of a group of people attracted Mourin. He fixed his eyes, and sure enough, it was Yiyang's group!
Yiyang, Hayward, his parents, Wen Xue, Stevens, and Bill Duffy found a designated place to sit down. Suddenly, a flash of light appeared all around.
Bill Duffy holds the cell phone in his hand, and he will answer the call later whenever there is a movement on the cell phone. This experienced manager looked up at the luxurious boxes in Madison Square Garden, and believes that the managers of the teams are all in a state of exhaustion. Any call now may change Yiyang's career trajectory.
After a while, the lights in the audience dimmed. Bill Duffy adjusted his sitting posture, then rushed to Cong Yiyang and nodded confidently, as if to say. "No problem, everything is ready!"
NBA president David Stern was the first to take the stage as usual. What he said on stage, Yiyang didn't listen to a word. This guy who came all the way from the Wood District felt a little nervous!
A very official speech won David Stern's applause, but at this moment, everyone's attention is actually on the envelope held by the old man. Yiyang took a deep breath. He knew that his own draft meeting had officially begun!
"Ladies and gentlemen, the 2010 NBA Draft was the No. 1 pick, the Washington Wizards chose..." Stern stretched his voice and glanced at the envelope in his hand. His move made everyone present tense their nerves.
At this moment, the air seemed to be frozen. Yiyang pricked his ears, waiting for the lucky man's name to be pronounced by David Stern.
"John Wall! From the University of Kentucky! Congratulations!" Stern finished speaking, and there was a burst of applause off the court. Wall, the talented guard who is about the same as Yiyang in terms of height and weight, became the No. 1 pick this year. This result can be said to be well-received. After all, when Wall had just graduated from high school, people had already said that he would be the No. 1 candidate.
"Damn it!" The others were happy for Wall, but Bill Duffy frowned. Soon, the Philadelphia 76ers with the second overall pick are about to make a choice. But Stephensky, there has been no reply yet! Is it possible that this guy wants to choose Evan Turner?
The disturbed Duffy glanced at Turner's location. The player's family was very happy. I don't know if I am happy for Wall or I am happy for myself?
"The second overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers chose..." When Sternton hit it, even the experienced Duffy felt that his heart was about to jump out. .
If Yiyang cannot be selected by the 76ers, then it is likely to fall out of the top three. Although falling out of the top three is not an unacceptable result, who doesn't want their customers to get a higher pick?
Bill Duffy feels that he is more nervous than Yiyang. Is it Turner or Yiyang? What choice will the 76ers make?
"Evan Turner! From Ohio State University!"
As soon as Stern's voice fell, Turner put on the 76ers baseball cap and stood up suddenly. It seemed that the guy had already gotten the letter. In the stands, 76ers fans waved signs welcoming Turner. They believe that Turner is no worse than No. 1 Wall. There seems to be hope for the revival of the 76ers.
"Damn it!" Bill Duffy cursed when he heard the result.
But soon Duffy smiled at Yiyang to show his comfort. But Yiyang just shrugged, showing a nonchalant look. Anyway, Yiyang doesn't like the 76ers too much. These are only two picks. There are many opportunities for him. The outstanding Hayward is still sitting next to him, in a hurry.
Third overall, Bill Duffy and Yiyang didn't pay much attention. This place in New Jersey, the market is too small for Tuffy. And according to Duffy's news, the Nets owner seems to be thinking of a way to give the team a shot to a Russian tycoon. For such a turbulent team, Duffy certainly wouldn't risk sending Yiyang there.
So, Duffy and Yiyang had never been to New Jersey at all during the trial. Therefore, they would not have any hope for this draft pick.
At the same time, in the luxurious box of Madison Square Garden, New Jersey Nets general manager Billy King, who has the third overall option, hung up a call.
This time the draft, although the Nets have a good third overall pick. But Turner, who they had been expecting for a long time, was intercepted midway by the 76ers.
The Nets already have Brook Lopez and Deron Williams two All-Star-level guys in the team. What the Nets general manager desires is to get an immediate combat power, so as long as they are no longer troubled by injuries, The Nets can rise quickly. Nurturing rookies is a choice that Billy King, who is thinking about a crash championship, has never considered.
Now that Turner has been "stolen" by the 76ers ahead of him, the Nets have actually lost their goal. Their backup plan was originally to choose an all-around four-position Derek Favors, but the phone call just made Billy King change his mind.
Back to the draft, Stern took the envelope and went on stage again. Bill Duffy and Yiyang are a little absent-minded, because the Nets have nothing to do with them, and there is almost no contact between them.
"The third overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft, the New Jersey Nets chose..."
Duffy yawned. He really hopes that the next draft process can be faster. Because just now, the Spurs have sent a message saying that as long as the Warriors choose Yiyang with the sixth overall pick, they will trade immediately! Duffy now just wants to fast forward to the sixth pick in the draft. U U Reading www.uukanshu.com
"Yiyang, from China, Butler University!" However, when Stern said this, the audience was stunned.
"What? The Nets selected with a third overall pick?" In the entire Madison Square Garden, everyone's brain circuits were somewhat cut off.
The other people were shocked because they didn't expect Yiyang to be so high. All the time, Yiyang's predicted ranking has not been among the top three. And this guy was chosen before Hayward at the same table! Yiyang and the others never thought that the Nets would choose themselves!
Duffy looked at Stern in the stands in disbelief, and then at Yiyang who was also stunned.
The on-site staff walked up to their stupefied table person and handed a Nets hat.
"Congratulations, young man."
Yiyang did not stand up with excitement like other rookies and hug the friends who came with him. He sat blankly on the chair, directly wondering if David Stern had taken the wrong envelope.
The staff who came to hand over the hat was also a little embarrassed, and he reminded Yiyang again. "Hey, congratulations, you were selected by the Nets, and you are a flower show!"
"Huh? Oh." Yiyang slowly stood up and put on the Nets baseball cap. Then, procedurally embraced mother, Hayward, Stevens, and Duffy. Yiyang didn't expect that the moment he was selected, his emotions were not excitement, but surprise, the kind of surprise that made people bewildered.
A text message came from Duffy's cell phone until Yiyang stepped onto the stage and hugged Stern.
Strangely, this text message was not sent by the Nets management, but from a guy who had only seen it recently.
"Welcome to the Mavericks." On Duffy's phone screen, there was only such a simple text.