Chapter 628: Deal with Popovich

What Richard did not expect was that after Doug Rivers finished the phone call, several coaches called.
Lawrence Frank called and he was fired by the Nets management to see if he could find a job with Richard.
Richard naturally agreed without saying anything. Frank's ability is good. He belongs to the young head coach of the Stevens level. Such talents come to vote. Richard has no reason not to agree.
Several other coaches called, it was purely close, want to take advantage of Richard...
Among them is the new coach McMillan of the Trail Blazers, his call is definitely not Paul Allen's advice.
If Paul Allen wanted to, he could not make MacMillan call, and he could just go directly to Richard himself.
McMillan's call came naturally to no avail...
The main reason is that this year is a draft year. There is only one Millsap in the second round. In the first round, there are only five players who can be called All-Stars. They are Aldridge, Roy, Gay and Rondo. And Lowry.
Of these five people, the Blazers got one Aldridge, Richard got two here, and they have already separated by half...
The Blazers have a big beard Davis, they certainly do not need Lowry, as for Guy, the pick is too high, the Blazers can not get it.
...
Bucks coach Stotts also called Richard. There was a contract between them and Richard that was not fulfilled.
In the previous transaction, Richard got a two-year first-round pick for the Bucks. This year the Bucks' draft picks have been protected. Whatever their pick next year, they will definitely have to pick this draft. Power to Richard.
Richard is naturally hoping that the Bucks will get better and better, how can they help them in this year's draft...
A few head coaches who called to take advantage of it, Richard did not give a reply, which was considered a polite rejection of their request.
However, Richard's request could not be refused.
Popovich.
The Spurs were killed by the Mavericks in the Western Conference semifinals this season. Popovich is preparing to continue to expand the lineup to prevent repeating the same mistake next year.
Richard is a bit embarrassed. First, there are really no good players recommended to Popovich. Second, he does not want to establish a stronger enemy for himself.
Next season, the Pirates will start to rush to the championship. Normally, next season, the Spurs won the championship. They shaved James in the finals.
This bald head can't be picked up as soon as it is shaved, and James is shaved in the finals...
In the twenty-first century, since playing James and entering the league, in two decades, there have been only two situations in which the finals have been shaved. As a result, both times are James...
The total score of 4:1 in the finals occurred five times in total, and three of them were related to James.
This is quite embarrassing...
And now James may have no chance of being shaved. Because of the current grand occasion in the East, James has no chance to enter the finals, and even the chance of reaching the Eastern Conference finals is minimal.
The Spurs are strong enough. If the Spurs continue to be strong, the Pirates will have a huge resistance to win the championship next year.
However, Richard still wants to reach a deal with Popovich through this year's draft.
This is what Richard has been thinking about...
"Greg, I know what you mean, but I regret to tell you that this draft is a young year and there are not many players who can make it." Richard told Popovich regretfully.
He didn't lie.
According to the Spurs' record, they should have had a first-round 29th pick and a second-round 29th pick.
But this first round they sold before, resulting in only one embarrassing second round 29 in their hands...
Even if Richard is a fairy, it is impossible for the Spurs to pick any decent newcomers.
If it stays in the 2005 NBA Draft, Richard can let Popovich choose to drop Chuck Hayes...
"Li, I don't have too high a requirement, I only need a qualified substitute."
"I think from your perspective, even if you don't need draft picks, this matter is extremely simple for you."
"Aren't there any decent drafts this year?" Popovich asked patiently.
Richard smiled bitterly, there are really...
However, this player is more tragic, and he was directly reimbursed before the rookie season.
The strength is not bad, and was selected as a rookie in the rookie first team, which is a remarkable achievement.
And he is still a national player in Spain, I think Popovich would like it very much.
"Greg, I have a candidate here, the strength has the level of the rookie first team, and is still a draft pick, you can easily get the hand." Richard said the general situation of the player.
Of course, it cannot be said in detail. If Spanish nationality is spoken, Popovich will find out who it is after a little inquiries.
Upon hearing Richard's description, Popovich suddenly developed a strong interest.
The rookie first team, that is one of the best five players in the rookie of the year, and is also a lost draft, this value is too great.
If the Spurs get this player, it is definitely a small expense to do big things, this is Popovich's favorite thing.
"Li, talk about who this player is. I will thank you very much." Popovich suppressed his excitement and calmly said to Richard.
"Don't worry, Greg, my old man, I have something you need to help." Richard set his terms in time.
Popovich did help himself when he was an All-Star, but this little busy is not worth a rookie.
That was a rookie player, one of the five strongest players in the rookie...
Well, in fact, this rookie has a total of six people, precisely one of the strongest six.
"Let's talk, Li, if it's not too difficult, I will agree." Popovich said calmly.
Richard cleared his throat. "This request is not difficult. For your Spurs, it can't be easier. ~EbookFREE.me~ I hope you can buy out Brent Barry's contract."
Popovich stunned, what is this requirement? Ask the Spurs to buy out player contracts? Does Brent Barry not want to stay with the Spurs, specifically asked Richard to speak?
It seems unlikely that Brent Barry has been very happy with the Spurs. Before the Spurs won the championship, the relationship with his teammates was quite harmonious. From time to time, he invited his teammates to dinner at his home.
"Your pirates want to sign Brent?" Popovich asked back.
"Yes, so you don't have to pay out the Spurs." Richard said with a smile.
Popovich nodded. Little Barry’s contract was not high, and this year was the last year. It didn’t cost much to buy out.
If the key pirates sign the mini-barry side, they may not spend a penny.
Little Barry has become an old Barry. At the age of 36, he basically has little playing time for the Spurs.
Since Richard made such a request, the Spurs did not lose much. It seemed that it would be no big deal to agree to it.
"I can promise you, Li, but can I ask why?" Popovich asked curiously.
Richard frowned, and he really didn't know how to answer Popovich. Did he tell Popovich that your Parker likes a wife and looks like she's going to be green?
Harmful little Barry wives scattered?
Surely it can't be said that, if anything, Popovich doesn't believe it either.
"There is no particular reason. He is our oldest player in Lafayette. I hope he can retire under my staff." Richard said a reason that sounds more reliable.
Popovich nodded, "Well, Lee, even if this deal is concluded, can you tell me the name now?"
"Yogga Bayossa."