Vol 3 Chapter 642: Sudden transaction

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Just as An Luo was watching a movie on the far side of the ocean with gusto, a transaction that affected him happened!
Of course, the Thunder did not send An Luo away like Harden did years ago. This time, Pretis chose to send the others away.
On July 6, at the same time that Leonard announced his joining the Clippers, ESPN reporters broke the news that the Oklahoma City Thunder traded Paul George to the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for Shay Gilgeous Alexander, Danilo Gallinari, four unprotected first-round picks, one protected first-round pick and two draft exchange rights.
If you want to pick the most incredible deal in the summer of 2019, it’s not that the Lakers get Anthony Davis, nor the Clippers get Kawaii Leonard, nor the Nets get Kevin. Durant, but Paul George left the Thunder.
For other transactions or free market signings, everyone has more or less expectations. Even if it is about Leonard's ecstasy, some people have guessed that he will not go to the Lakers. But the deal about Paul George was really too sudden. No one showed the slightest noise. Even God of War, who has always been before the official announcement, has not released a single word of news.
That's a team with two consecutive championships! A team that has always preserved the core lineup for two consecutive championships. Even if other teams are fully prepared this summer, it is still difficult to shake that one Thunder! They defend the championship again and the possibility of establishing a new dynasty is very high. The only hidden danger is An Luo's appointment. But no matter how bad the situation is, the Thunder will be able to complete the feat of creating a dynasty in Oklahoma for a year.
Therefore, Paul George's departure at this time is somewhat intriguing!
In the eyes of most people, the Thunder sent Paul George away just to leave An Luo. After all, without Paul George's big contract, the Thunder will have more opportunities to adjust their salary structure and free up a maximum salary contract sufficient to renew Anro.
But a subsequent report let everyone see more things.
According to reliable sources, after Leonard decided to join the Clippers, he took the initiative to recruit Paul George, and the latter quickly made a trade request to the Thunder. But Pretis, who was worrying about how to keep An Luo, quickly responded after learning about this. The establishment of the dynasty is indeed very attractive, but Pretis values ​​the long-term development of the team. There is no doubt that Paul George is definitely not that future.
In the two years of the Thunder, Paul George's performance has met expectations, but he has not reached the point where he can take over the team's banner from Westbrook. You know, Westbrook is over thirty, and his style of play is more physical. Once Westbrook's state declines, the Thunder need a player who can stabilize the situation and keep the team competitive. From the perspective of these seasons, although Anluo is more inclined to score, especially scoring outside the three-point line, he does have the ability to determine the trend of the game. Especially in the past 2018-19 season, the Thunder have won many games relying on Anluo's strength. The most valuable player in the finals is a very convincing achievement. Besides, choosing a player of your own choice is more or less more emotional than the traded player. Although they are all their own children, there is still a big difference between a real son and a godson.
Although the Thunder lost Paul George, it looks like they are losing strength. But in fact, they will not suffer too much. Pretis made the right choice this time. The two players he got from the Clippers, one is a potential rookie and the other is an excellent wing player.
Shay Giles Alexander is from the Wildcats of the University of Kentucky. In the 2017-18 season, Shay Gilges Alexander played 37 times on behalf of the Taki University Wildcats, averaging 14.4 points, 4.1 rebounds and 5.1 assists in 33 minutes per game, helping the Taki University Wildcats reach the Elite Eight. At the same time, he was selected to the second team of the SEC's best team.
In the first season after entering the NBA, Shay Gilges Alexander played 82 games for the Clippers, averaging 10.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 26.5 minutes per game. On May 22 this year, the NBA officially announced that Shay Gilges-Alexander had been selected to the second team of the NBA All-Rookie Team.
Alexander is a very creative passer. His excellent height and wingspan allows him to pass many that a small point guard can't pass, so he can also make effective passes while advancing. Although his speed is not outstanding, but his flexible dribble still allows him to find opportunities to get inside. Compared to dribbling and shooting, his performance in catching and shooting is more reliable. He has the potential to be an offensive and defensive player. If he is physically stronger, he can defend multiple positions.
Pretis has found a perfect substitute for Westbrook, and at the same time, he has found someone who can help An Luo while Westbrook is resting. Of course, Alexander still needs to exercise for a few years. Once he realizes his talents, the Thunder will always maintain a top backcourt combination in the league.
Gallinari, known as the "Italian Cannon", was the player Predis used to make up for the vacancy after Paul George left. Of course, it is very difficult to completely fill the void left by Paul George. But the Thunder don't need Gallinari to do too much. On the offensive end, they can help Anlo share the pressure, and on the defensive end, they can limit those flying super three positions in the league.
After Paul George leaves, the Thunder will definitely keep An Luo on the team. They must have considered them carefully when making choices, and they may even have communicated with Anluo's agent team. As a professional manager, some operations of Pretis may not be particularly perfect, but it is impossible for him to do nothing in this matter.
This will definitely be a win-win situation. Anlo can get more opportunities, he can even complete the transition of the team power with Westbrook in the next one or two seasons. There is no doubt that the future of Thunder is An Luo's. Even Westbrook would not reject such a thing. Instead, he would be happy to do such a thing. After all, in these two seasons, he has done a good job himself.