Chapter 181 Recruitment Target!

Mavericks owner Mark Cuban even said directly: "Kurt Thomas is an upright player who can stand up when his teammates are fouled by Bruce."

"If the league wants to fine Kurt Thomas, I'm willing to pay for him. Also, if anyone beats up that scumbag Bruce on the court in the future, I can pay his fine for him."

New York, NBA headquarters.

Stern was almost furious at this time.

He just doesn't want to see more fights and brawls in the NBA.

Therefore, the last time they went to the Palace of Auburn Hills, they severely fined the Celtics and Pistons.

In the game, Bowen performed flying kicks, chasing the balls, and even some little stepping moves.

Not to mention the farce of being chased all over the court by Kurt Thomas because of a flagrant foul.

Is this playing ball or free fighting?

"Go! Give the order! Suspend Bowen for 10 games! Also, ask him to tone down his defensive moves!"

He broke his nose and was suspended for 10 games.

Bowen fully demonstrated what it means to get what you deserve.

While the outside world was discussing this, the Celtics players had already arrived in Houston.

The Dragon Country Derby with the Holy Egg Battle will be held tomorrow night, so Lin Yu and his teammates have more than a day to rest and train.

After arriving in Houston, Lin Yuhe said hello to Rivers and then got on the car to Yao Ming's house.

As soon as they entered the door, they saw Coach Zhang and Dayao.

At this time, he was a little surprised: "Coach Zhang, why did you come to Houston?"

"This Dragon Country Derby is also attracting a lot of attention, so I was sent to commentate on the scene. In order to warm up for the Dragon Country Derby tomorrow night, I also need to do an interview."

Coach Zhang answered the general questions while asking Lin Yu to sit down.

After the four guests sat down and chatted for a while, Coach Zhang also began his interview.

"Dayu, first of all, congratulations to you and the Celtics for your tenth consecutive victory. The Celtics currently have a record of 21 wins and 3 losses, ranking first in the Eastern Conference and the league."

"On the MVP list released by ESPN last month, you ranked seventh. The latest issue has not yet appeared. Do you have any expectations for your ranking?"

"Also, Dayu, do you think you can win the regular season MVP?"

There was also anticipation in Coach Zhang's voice.

Lin Yu and Dayao's respective teams played well in their respective divisions.

But they all have their own problems.

Most of the Rockets' tactics revolve around McGrady.

This can also be seen from the number of shots. This season, Yao Ming's average shot per game is only 12.2 times, which is 0.3 times less than last season.

Yao Ming, the second-in-command, naturally cannot compete for the regular season MVP.

Although Lin Yu played well last month, he was splitting votes with Paul Pierce.

The most typical example is that the regular season MVP in the 1998-99 season was given to Karl Malone.

Because it was a shortened season at the time, the Spurs and Jazz both had a record of 37 wins.

But that season Stockton's condition was obviously not as good as the Admiral next to Duncan.

Therefore, with weaker helpers, Malone eventually defeated Duncan to win the regular season MVP.

"First! My goal is also to win the regular season MVP!"

Lin Yu would naturally not give up on anything he could fight for.

It's different from the situation in November.

Lin Yu's performance in December can only be described as a god descending to earth.

60 points in a single game!
34 points in a single quarter!
Lead the team to ten consecutive wins!
...

It can be said that Lin Yu has already locked in the Eastern Conference Player of the Month award without any surprise. Even considering his performance in November, no player in the entire NBA has a better performance and influence on the court than Lin Yu.

And you have to know that in addition to points, statistics, and team records, defense is also considered in the MVP selection.

In Nash's original history, the reason he was able to win the regular season MVP this season was not only the statistics but also the team's record.

Now the Celtics' record is still better than the Suns, Lin Yu is currently a strong contender for the scoring title, and his defense is more than one level higher than Nash.

As long as the Celtics can stay first in the Eastern Conference.

There will basically be no second choice for this season's regular season MVP.

Hearing Lin Yu's confident voice, Coach Zhang's face was also full of smiles.

A hint of envy flashed in Dayao's eyes.

Although he is now one of the best centers in the league.

But it still hasn't grown to its peak.

But Lin Yu is different, whether it is the NCAA, Olympics or NBA.

His performances were undoubtedly superstar.

"Dayu, what do you think of the Dragon Country Derby tomorrow?"

"Honestly, I'm looking forward to it. I've never played against Yao Ming before except in training matches."

"Dayao, what do you think of the fight with Dayu and Dazhi..."

“I am looking forward to it because it is bound to be a very interesting or fun game.”

"..."

After the interview, Yao Ming also invited Lin Yu and Da Da to have dinner together.

At the dinner table, Coach Zhang started chatting about recruiting players.

The winter trading market is from December 12th to February 27st. In other words, after the Christmas battle is over, a new round of trading will be born.

At this time, transaction rumors were already flying everywhere.

"I heard that All-Star players like Kidd, Carter and Baron Davis are on the shelf. Will the Celtics and Rockets trade them?"

Yao Ming was the first to speak: "I don't think so. Tracy and I both need the ball. If another All-Star comes, we won't have enough ball possession."

After all, ball possession and shooting rights are limited.

If the Rockets had a third giant at this time, they would definitely not have enough balls to share.

"The Cardinal talked to me before and said that they were trying to strengthen the guards and might trade for Kidd. He asked me if I agreed. I agreed at the time."

After hearing Lin Yu's answer, Coach Zhang, Yao Ming, and Dazhi all showed surprise in their eyes.

Although Dazhi is a Celtics player, this kind of thing involving player trading, especially a trade of Kidd's level, naturally could not be told to Dazhi.

"If a point guard like Kidd who doesn't occupy the ball goes to the Celtics, it will be a huge reinforcement for the Celtics!" Coach Zhang also began to sigh.

Kidd averaged only 11.2 shots per game in his career, and is a point guard who does not occupy the ball.

In addition, he is at his peak at this time and his defense is also top-notch in the league.

Such a player is perfectly suited for the Celtics.

"Trading Kidd is indeed a reinforcement for the Celtics, but it also means locking up the salary cap space."

"Kidd's salary this season is about 1400 million US dollars, and Paul's is about 1200 million US dollars. The two together make 2600 million US dollars."

"The salary cap for this season is $4387 million, and even if it is for the purpose of salary matching in the trade, Hardaway will be traded to the Nets."

"The Celtics also have Okur with an annual salary of $800 million and Kurt Thomas with an annual salary of $600 million."

"My salary this year is 500 million US dollars, don't forget Perkins and their contracts."

"Trading for Kidd would make the roster very strong, but the salary would be completely locked up, and we would not be able to recruit any new players."

(End of this chapter)