Chapter 24 The draft lottery is over! Ten James are not as good as Wang Yan!
United States, Los Angeles
Sofi Stadium
The joy of victory filled the center of the court.

Buzz Williams' old face was shaking and his eyes were filled with tears.

Jae Crowder ran across the court with a basketball in his arms, his finger pointed toward the sky.

Butler hugged Wang Yan tightly.

Little Ronnie was so excited that he lay on the floor and covered his eyes to hide his tears.

There are more than a dozen players from Marquette University, in addition to Wang Yan, Butler and Crowder.

Almost all of them will not pursue a career in professional basketball in the future.

But the first place in the country achieved through joint efforts will become an eternal memory that they will never forget.

"How can this not be exciting, King."

Butler hugged Wang Yan tightly and said in a lost voice: "We really are the champions!"

Butler has already confirmed that he will participate in this year's draft.

Although he is not the best performing player, even apart from mop Wang Yan, he is much inferior to Kyrie Irving.

but.

His draft stock will definitely rise because of this championship and more exposure.

Butler believes that there will definitely be an NBA team that will select him in the first round!

At this moment, Wang Yan, who was hugged tightly by Butler, seemed a little calm.

Because nothing is more important than jumping two steps at a time.

Just now, Wang Yan received the reward for the system's main mission.

Jump two steps from the third step!

The corresponding skills unlocked are:

[Level 4: Peak Karl Malone pick-and-roll open mid-range shot]

Wang Yan was suddenly very excited.

Mention Karl Malone.

People often think of the perennial runner-up who was defeated by the Macco Elbow Egg Finals.

Or an Elbow Douluo whose elbow strength has reached the ninth level.

Or he could be the strength king of the NBA and the number one bench press expert.

But in fact.

Karl Malone plays with more of a technical style, especially mid-range jump shots in open spaces.

He can be called the handsome boy of CIC!
An open mid-range shot after a pick-and-roll with Karl Malone.

This naturally enriched his arsenal to a great extent.

When he enters the NBA and plays pick-and-roll with his own guards in the future, Wang Yan will have more ways to handle offense.

The reward for the 5th step surprised Wang Yan again.

[Level 5: Tim Duncan rebounds from low-post range]

Although the trigger range of this skill of the fool is between 30~45 degrees on both sides.

But be aware.

This mid-range bank shot is a unique skill for idiots.

To match his 2 meter wingspan.

That is almost an unsolvable existence!

Karl Malone's open mid-range shot, and the Idiot's mid-range shot off the wing.

Wang Yan is already looking forward to the NBA stage!

[Ding... Detected that the host is about to log in to the NBA, triggering the NBA main mission: In the first week of the new season, get the division's best player of the week award]

[After completing the task, you can step onto the 6th step of the system]

New missions are coming soon!

Unlocked two mid-range shooting skills in a row.

Wang Yan was also looking forward to the reward for the 6th step.

"Wang Yan is there!"

"Don't let him get away!"

Wang Yan was wondering what the reward for reaching the 6th level would be.

As a result, the Marquette Golden Eagles players rushed forward and surrounded him.

Immediately afterwards, Wang Yan's feet felt light and he was actually lifted up by someone.

"What are you doing? Put me down, asshole!"

No matter how strong Wang Yan was, he couldn't withstand the joint siege of more than 10 people in the team.

After being carried up, Wang Yan didn't dare to resist anymore. He didn't want to fall down and be half killed.

As the live music played, a group of black people from the Marquette Golden Eagles danced wildly around Wang Yan.

Black people, lift their heads high, dance, and disco.

Wang Yan suddenly felt that something was wrong.

Isn’t this the famous black man carrying a coffin?
"Put me down quickly!"

Even though Wang Yan was still shouting, the black man was very professional when it came to carrying the coffin.

I will never stop until I see you to the end.

On the night of his victory, Wang Yan enjoyed the treatment of being a black man carrying a coffin.

On the other side of the court, Duke University was in stark contrast.

The Plumlee brothers, who were beaten to pieces by Wang Yan, now had towels on their heads and looked dejected.

Stephen Curry also walked down from the audience, patting his brother Seth Curry on the shoulder and comforting him.

Coach K hugged Irving, who had tears in his eyes, and the latter's voice choked with sobs.

Even though it was painful.

But that's the reality.

This is youth.

Soon, under the guidance of the on-site host, the Marquette players stood in a row waiting for the announcement of the MOP.

no doubt.

Wang Yan scored 58 points, 24 rebounds, 11 blocks and 10 assists in the finals.

Won the 2011 semi-final MOP in an undisputed manner!

"Wang Yan created countless records in this battle."

"I will only present a few important statistics about Wang Yan."

"He broke the record for the highest single-game score in the March Madness Finals!"

"Highest rebounding record!"

"Highest blocked shot record!"

"It also created the first quadruple-double in Finals history!"

"He is also the first Chinese player in history to win the MOP!"

After a pause, the commentator continued.

"I have every reason to believe that if Wang Yan showed up in the NBA right now, he would immediately get a $100 million contract!"

Just like the narrator said.

Wang Yan has become the most popular player in the entire NBA.

Unparalleled offensive and defensive dominance coupled with huge commercial value.

Getting a contract worth hundreds of millions is no exaggeration!

. . .

"There will be future superstars in this arena."

In the audience, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar asked Jordan next to him: "What do you think, Macco?"

Looking at Wang Yan holding the MOP trophy.

As the real Goat in college, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar couldn't help but sigh at this moment.

Before this, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was the undisputed Goat of the NBA.

He led UCLA to win the annual championship for three consecutive years, three consecutive MOPs, and achieved a crazy record of 88 wins and 2 losses in his three-year college career.

But as strong as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was, looking at Wang Yan's data of 58+24+10+10.

I also feel inferior to him.

Wang Yan is only one season old. His performance may change the university Goat.

“I don’t know what the future superstar will be.”

Danzi took a breath, still full of energy: "But the No. 1 superstar in NBA history is right in front of you."

Jabbar smiled when he heard this.

It turns out that Xiao Danzi feels uncomfortable if he doesn't pretend to be cool.

But after leaving the scene.

Danzi called the Hornets general manager immediately.

"If we could get the top pick, Wang Yan would be our first choice!"

. . .

The same thing happened to more than just Jordan.

After consoling Seth Curry, Stephen Curry immediately gathered with the Warriors management staff. "Stephen, if we want to get Wang Yan, it may cost a lot."

Warriors' deputy general manager Myers felt a little regretful.

After witnessing Wang Yan's terrifying power with his own eyes, Miles began to regret not playing badly enough this season.

Their chances of getting the No. 1 pick are slim.

If you want to get Wang Yan's words, you must go through a transaction.

However, the Warriors' lineup goal is Curry + Monta Ellis + Wang Yan.

If you want to get Wang Yan, it will be difficult to do so without sending Curry or Ellis.

"For Wang Yan, we can give up Monta!"

The Warriors immediately held a conference call tonight.

At the meeting, Warriors player CEO Logo Man Jerry West said:

"Stephen Curry + Wang Yan, we will be wearing rings within three years!"

. . .

"Dad, what are the chances of the Lakers getting Wang Yan?"

On the other side, Gianna, who was leaving the stadium, kept talking about her father Kobe in the car.

"GIGI, we are the champion team this year, and Wang Yan is destined to be the favorite for the top pick."

Kobe patiently explained: "The probability of us getting him is just like the probability of you beating me one-on-one."

"You mean it's easy for the Lakers to get Wang Yan?!" Excitement surged on Gianna's face.

"..."

Kobe was speechless. Is it easy to beat me one-on-one?

Who gave you confidence?

"I don't care. Anyway, I won't watch the Lakers in the new season if Wang Yan is not there."

Gianna's face was quite stubborn: "Whichever team Wang Yan joins, I will be a fan of that team!"

Kobe shook his head.

The Black Mamba, who can conquer everything on the court, is helpless when facing his own daughter.

But there is one thing to say.

Kobe also hopes that Wang Yan can come to the Lakers...

. . .

And now, the most annoying person is David Stern.

The draft lottery is approaching, and Stern is a little confused about who will get the No. 1 pick.

Don’t ever think that the annual draft lottery is simply a matter of fate.

In a business alliance, whoever takes it seriously will lose.

If there is no behind-the-scenes manipulation, it would be too much to underestimate David Stern's skills.

"Mr. President."

USA, NBA headquarters building.

After watching the March Madness finals, Stern is discussing the ownership of the draft lottery with league executives.

"The Cavaliers lost two fewer games than the Timberwolves this season, but do you still think that signing the No. 1 pick to the Cavaliers is the most appropriate choice?"

With James leaving this season, the Cleveland Cavaliers have completely fallen into a slump.

In 82 regular season games, they only won 19.

This is not even the last in the league.

The Timberwolves next door lost two more games terribly, and they are bound to take first place in the decisive battle for the No. 1 pick.

"LeBron has brought great harm and blow to Cleveland fans, and Cleveland's earnings this season are dismal."

"If the Cavaliers, who are in the abyss, can welcome a star, the city's basketball market will recover immediately."

"Moreover, if the rapidly rising Cavaliers meet LeBron in the playoffs, it will definitely be the most exciting script in the NBA!"

David Stern stroked his chin.

This little Jewish old man has already begun to conceive a wonderful script for the Eastern Conference in the next three years.

What is the most important thing in the NBA?

You thought it was the excitement of the game.

Then you are wrong.

Plot, grudges!
Is king.

The future of Kevin Durant and the Golden State Warriors' grievances, from the extreme comeback after falling behind 1-3 in the Western Conference Finals, to surrendering to the enemy and forming a group, to the subsequent Achilles tendon dance, and the unsolvable and closed-loop Green formula.

This top-notch script that even Hollywood screenwriters can't write is the NBA's strongest traffic.

If the Cavaliers rise rapidly in a short period of time after having Wang Yan.

And slap LeBron James in the face in the playoffs.

David Stern can confirm.

The market value of NBA will definitely increase several times!
"The Cavaliers have more than just a first-round pick, right?" Stern asked.

"They have two high lottery picks, one of their own and one of them they traded for."

In the normal historical line.

In the 2011 draft, the Cavaliers had three draft picks: the No. 4 pick, the No. 32 pick, and the No. pick.

"If we give the No. 1 pick to the Cavaliers, they probably won't reject Wang Yan."

"But Wang Yan's value is too high. I'm afraid they will trade him right after selecting him."

"I heard that there is already a team willing to trade its All-Star player for Wang Yan!"

David Stern nodded.

In fact, Stern also thought about letting Wang Yan go to a larger basketball market.

Los Angeles, Boston is out of the question.

But New York, Golden State, Oakland.

These all have good basketball markets.

Playing in these big basketball markets will attract more attention to Wang Yan.

"If the Cavaliers select Wang Yan and then trade him to another big city, the Cavaliers will also get an All-Star player in the deal, officially rise to prominence, and make it to the playoffs to join LeBron James."

David Stern used his clever little brain to think: "It will be a win-win situation!"

Wang Yan went to the big ball market.

Cleveland is also on the rise.

David Stern made the decision immediately.

"So, this year's No. 1 pick belongs to Cleveland!"

So, at the draft lottery ceremony held a few days later.

Cleveland stands out!

The Cavaliers won the No. 1 pick with the second highest odds.

The Minnesota Timberwolves, who had the highest probability of getting the second pick, won the second pick.

The third pick in the draft is out of the historical trajectory.

Wang Yan was also slightly surprised when he saw this ranking.

In addition to getting the No. 1 pick, the Cavaliers also got the No. 3 pick!

"The No. 1 pick and the No. 3 pick, this is the first time in NBA history..."

Wang Yan exclaimed as he watched the news.

In fact it is.

It is true that in the same year's draft, the No. 1 and No. 3 picks were obtained.

And it happened 4 times!
The 1965 Warriors won both the No. and No. picks.

The team used the No. 1 pick to select Huttiger and the No. 2 pick to get the great Rick Barry, and the team officially rose to prominence.

The 1975 Eagles team won the No. and No. picks at the same time!
The Hawks used these two draft picks to select David Thompson and the parallel import Webster respectively.

The 1977 Bucks had both the No. and No. picks!
They drafted Kent Benson and Bill DeSong, two mediocre future starters.

The 1983 Rockets had both the No. and No. picks!
The No. 1 pick selected by the Rockets that year was the famous Ralph Sampson, but the guard Rodney McCreary selected with the third pick was mediocre.

The reason why David Stern gave both the No. 1 and No. 3 picks to the Cavaliers is simple.

If the Cavaliers trade Wang Yan.

It is entirely possible to package and sell the third pick players to get a stronger All-Star lineup.

So that the Cavaliers can rise faster in the East and create topics with James.

Ran goose ...

To Stern's disappointment.

After obtaining the two picks, the Cavaliers quickly held a management meeting.

The consensus reached by management was very different from Stern's expectations.

"Missing out on Wang Yan is like missing out on Michael Jordan in 84!"

Chris Grant, who was promoted to general manager of the team a few days ago, made a serious statement: "Wang Yan is the first choice above all else!"

"Also, we will never put Wang Yan on the trading market!"

"Even if there are ten LeBron James, we will not waver!"

(End of this chapter)