Chapter 337: 2004 NBA Draft

　　 Sun Hao was on the scene in the last game.
　　 After the game, he saw O'Neal look up on the sidelines to watch the score for a long time.
　　 The finals were swept away, this is not the first time in O'Neal's career.
　　 In 1995, the Magic team led by him and "Penny" Hardaway defeated Jordan's Bulls in the Eastern Conference Finals and was close to the Finals.
　　 They were full of spirits at the time.
　　 You must know what a great feat to beat Jordan in the 90s.
　　Although, it was only Jordan who returned with the last 19 games left in the regular season.
　　 But that was actually Jordan's only loss after winning the championship.
　　 "I think we are the championship."
　　 As O'Neill described in the autobiography "Unedited Shaq", they have treated themselves as championships.
　　 They even went to the bar to celebrate the Eastern Conference championship on offseason day.
　　 You must know that the alliance pattern at that time was just the opposite of this time.
　　 But in the finals, the Magic was swept by the Rockets.
　　 O'Neill recalled afterwards that they were still too young and underestimated the enemy.
　　 If they were given another chance, it might not end like that.
　　 But this time, O'Neal is more confused and uncomfortable.
　　 is different from their fledgling in early 1995. This time they are in F4 and have perhaps the best talent in NBA history!
　　 They took revenge on the Mavericks in the West and eliminated the Timberwolves in the sky!
　　 In the finals, they failed to win a victory on a civilian team like the Pistons.
　　 This is not right, and it shouldn't happen.
　　 is different from the chagrin after losing, this time he is suspicious of himself.
　　 Am I really old?
　　 But soon, he looked at Kobe over there.
　　 Anyway, this will be their last season together.
　　 At this time, Kobe also turned his head and looked at O'Neal, his eyes were exactly the same as O'Neal.
　　 And unlike O'Neal, his contract expires this summer, and he can do much more than O'Neal.
　　OK combination, from the year when they debuted to surprise the world, then to complete the dynasty and become the alliance's public enemy, to fall apart, and then to part ways.
　　 The degree of twists and turns in this story is probably unique in the NBA, and the right and wrong are not clear in a few words.
　　 However, this may also be the place where it will be talked about by fans in the future.
　　 It’s just that no matter what O’Neill and Kobe think in their hearts now, they are the same as Sun Hao in the stands, they can only quietly wait for the arrival of the free market.
　　 After that, the FMVP award ceremony was held.
　　 Billups, who performed well in the finals, was finally elected.
　　 This was originally selected by the Celtics, and entered the league in 1997 with Duncan in the same year. In the early part of his career, he was tossed and wandered many teams, and was abandoned by the Timberwolves, ushering in a new life in Detroit.
　　 At the moment he got on the podium, he finally couldn't control his emotions and cried with joy.
On the side of 　　, Anthony showed his signature warm and pure smile, silently sending blessings and applause to the big guys of the team.
　　 He now has one more championship than James!
　　 Perhaps at this moment, Sun Hao suddenly discovered that Anthony seems to have met the legendary "defender who suits him best" in the Pistons.
　　 And that guard is at the peak!
　　 So this year the Pistons finally won the championship, it is even more not surprising.
　　 Along with the Pistons' cup win and another championship parade in Detroit after 14 years, the 2003~2004 season finally ended.
　　 There are too many stories this season, the Lakers F4, 03 Platinum generation, the strongest dunk contest, the rise of the Wolf King, and the "civilian" Pistons won the championship.
　　 But no matter how exciting the story is, it has already ended.
　　 Then came the 2004~2005 season that quietly opened the curtain.
　　 The 2003 NBA Draft was highly anticipated and was called the Platinum Generation by the league and fans.
　　 As the saying goes, the draft year after the draft must be a junior year. The 2004 draft...but it is not a minor draft year.
　　 This year, such a story is rumored.
　　 There is a 2.11 meter high school student at Southwestern Christian College in Atlanta, who has the inside skills of a big man and the dribbling skills of a point guard.
　　What a precious thing this is in this era. The last player like this was Kevin Garnett, and the last one was Shaquin O’Neal!
　　 And this guy did the same thing as James did in high school. He led the little-known high school to complete two consecutive state championships!
　　 And he himself used an average of 25 points, 18 rebounds, 8 blocks and 3.5 assists per game to announce his existence to the world.
　　 Then the others discovered...that was just the beginning.
　　 The mature temperament of this big guy in the trial training, as well as the extremely abnormal physical talent, is breathtaking.
　　 "Monster!"
　　 After the Chicago joint trial, some team scouts used these words to describe him.
　　His name is Dwight Howard!
　　 When O'Neal was deep in Los Angeles infighting, and even in the palace fight, Dampier dared to call himself the league's second center.
　　 After Yao Ming, the appearance of such an insider is so delightful and even exciting.
　　 Of course, this draft is not only Howard.
　　 Yi Jianlian’s former teammates, Okafor and Gordon, who had led the team to win the championship this year, also announced their candidacy!
　　 Okafor is 2.08 meters tall, but he has the best defensive ability and has the strength to compete with Howard for the top pick!
　　 As for Gordon, like last year's Anthony, he is an extremely talented and immediate perimeter scorer.
　　 These three are the hottest rookies this year.
　　 Of course, this is not all!
Sean Livingston, known as the next "magic", was the guy who asked the old coach K of Duke University to personally write an invitation. The talented high school student point guard also announced his status as a high school student this year. Participate.
　　 Devin Harris, Michael Finley’s alumnus, averaged 19.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.4 assists in his junior year!
　　 Ruel Deng, a forward who was as famous as James in high school!
　　 If Sun Hao opened his eyes again to take a look.
　　 End of the first round: Andre Iguodala, Al Jefferson, Josh Smith, JR Smith, Jamal Nelson, Kevin Martin...
　　 Second round: Varejao, Ariza, Chris Duhon...
　　 This may not be the platinum generation, but it is definitely the Taobao generation!
　　 If Sun Hao is given enough freedom to choose, he can create a team starter for you.
　　 Of course, that is impossible for Sun Hao now.
　　 Moreover, after a "failure" season, Cuban did not invite Sun Hao to participate in the draft.
　　 But before the start of the draft, the Mavericks ushered in great news.
　　Old Nelson, I'm back!
　　 still holding the pipa half-hidden, before coming out after a thousand calls!
　　 That man, he finally came back!
　　 Under the meticulous care of the old Nelson, Annie's condition has stabilized.
　　 She has now recovered to the state she had when Sun Hao first met.
　　 And according to what the Swiss doctor said, as long as she takes good care of her, her body may be better than before.
　　 This is undoubtedly the best news Sun Hao has heard.
　　 He went to Little Nelson's house for the first time, and gave Annie a lot of gifts.
　　 Annie is the daughter of Nelson Jr., but in fact it is more like the Mavericks team.
　　 Moreover, after the old Nelson came back, Sun Hao could pass his ideas to the team management.
　　 If he does not interfere, the Mavericks will have a high probability of picking an insider in the draft.
　　 But in fact, if history does not change, O'Neal will travel east to Miami this summer.
　　 This choice of the Mavericks will eventually become... a lonely choice.
　　 Moreover, there is no such kind of meat shield center to choose this year.
　　 Actually, the Mavericks are not short, and Collins is better than most Shield centers!
　　 It's just that Johnson didn't use him well last season.
　　 is actually if Taobao this year.
　　 At the end of the first round, whether it is Varejao or Ariza, it is a kind of fragrant operation.
　　 Or do a little manipulation to buy Tony Allen, it is even more fragrant.
　　 Of course, draft reinforcement is secondary.
　　 I don’t know how the Mavericks coaching staff will adjust after the old Nelson returns.
　　If Cuban can let the old Nelson return to the coaching staff, it will definitely be the best result.
　　The inside line problem is solved automatically first, and the subsequent tactics will no longer be troublesome.
　　 But if Cuban is to return the old Nelson to the management, Johnson continues to coach.
　　 Then the problems of last season also need old Nelson to remind.
　　 After all, even if Johnson is really stubborn, Johnson will definitely listen to the words of the former coach and the boss.
　　 "Don't worry, everything is on my body."
　　 Old Nelson said with a smile.
　　 Annie's condition improved, and he was in a good mood.
　　 The loss last season just allows him to come back to save the team like the previous season.
　　 On the evening of June 24, the 2004 NBA Draft opened in Madison Square Garden in New York.
　　 Prior to this, the lottery has ended, and the lottery sequence has been determined:
　　 First overall pick: Magic;
　　 Second overall pick: Bobcats;
　　 Third overall pick: Grizzlies;
　　 Fourth overall: Clippers;
　　 Fifth overall pick: Cavaliers;
　　 Sixth pick: Eagles;
　　 Seventh overall pick: Raptors;
　　 Eighth overall: 76ers;
　　 Ninth overall pick: Sonics;
　　 Tenth overall pick: Knicks;
　　 11th overall pick: Trail Blazers;
　　 Twelfth overall pick: Celtics;
　　 13th overall pick: Suns;
　　 Fourteenth overall pick: Houston;
　　 Well, yes, the Houston team improved significantly last year. The whole team dared to fight, and finally won... the lottery championship.
　　 At the draft scene, Howard seemed to be more relaxed.
　　 In fact, the media also got news from the outside world. Before that, he had already gotten a verbal promise from the Magic.
　　 And that was not an ordinary verbal promise, it was a promise made to him by the owner of the Magic, Richard DeVos.
　　 DeVos is 78 years old this year, and one of the founders of Amway has a long-standing reputation in the alliance.
　　 His words are basically the kind of nailed down.
　　 The Magic fans at the scene also couldn't wait.
　　 They already have T-mac, if there is another Howard.
　　 Yes, that is another OK combination!
　　 Moreover, they may also recover from the injury Grant Hill!
　　If Hill can recover, the Magic will become a more terrifying existence than the Lakers!
　　 "In the first round of 2004, the Orlando Magic chose Dwight Howard. The center of 2.11 meters came from Southwestern Christian College in Atlanta."
　　 The final draft result is also the same as the outside world expected, Howard finally went to the Magic team.
　　 The magic fans on the scene have already begun to revel.
　　 The old OK has disbanded, and the new "OK combination" is here!
　　 However, Sun Hao, who watched the broadcast in front of the TV, had already begun to wander away.
　　 In history, the Magic did have a chance to form such a pair of inside and outside combinations, but for some reason they sent Tracy away during the offseason.
　　 Now everything is the same as in history, there is a high probability that McGrady will be sent away?
　　 If I really send it off, I don’t know where it will go.
　　 Is it going to Houston as in history, or is it going to other places?
　　 The draft is still going on.
　　 The Bobcats also chose Okafor as in history.
　　 Well, I would like to mention here that after more than a year of preparation, Charlotte ushered in a new NBA team, which is also the 30th team in the league.
　　 The team was named in June 2003. The name was taken from a well-known local carnivore in North Carolina, and the name was also voted by local fans.
　　 In order to support the new team, the league has given a series of benefits.
　　 For example, the expansion draft is that the remaining 29 teams in the league are not protected except for the 8 designated "protected players."
　　 Bobcats can choose the players they need from these players to form a team.
　　 For example, they picked Gerald Wallace from the Kings, Eddie House from the Clippers, and the Mavericks... Calderon.
　　 In a sense, this is the team that the other 29 teams put together.
　　 But it is also a good thing for the players who are picked.
　　Because most of them are role players, they will get a lot of playing time with the Bobcats.
　　 Like "Elvis Presley" Gerald Wallace, he was just an unknown person in the Kings, who grew up little by little with the sudden increase in playing time~EbookFREE.me~ Another bonus is to give the pick.
　　The league gave the Bobcats the 4th pick in the first round and the 4th pick in the second round.
　　 This benefit can be said to be unprecedented. The Raptors and Grizzlies, two teams that have also been in the league for a short time, shed envy.
　　 The Bobcats also used the pick to operate and finally got the second pick from the Clippers trade.
　　 As for someone asked why not directly trade the top pick, because it...cannot be traded.
　　 The Grizzlies with the third overall pick chose Ben Gordon.
　　 The Clippers with the fourth overall pick selected Sean Livingston.
　　 The Cavaliers with the fifth overall pick chose Devin Harris.
　　……
　　 The 14th overall Houston team chose Kirk Snyder.
　　 Chinese fans should have heard of this.
　　In history, from 2006 to 2008, he played for the Houston team for two consecutive seasons, one of the towel men on the bench.
　　 The Houston team had no use for a trade this time, and they directly selected him into the team, and the dream was successful.
　　 Sun Hao was watching when suddenly his cell phone rang.
　　 I picked it up and saw it was a call from Michael Jordan.
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