Vol 2 Chapter 524: Trading Westbrook? (four four!)

"... In the past 15 games, James Harden can contribute 18.6 points and 5.6 assists per game. You can hardly imagine that this is the data handed out by a substitute player. Harden used a better performance to prove that the Thunder renewed him with a top salary in summer It is absolutely worthwhile, and it is scary that he continues to improve, including the defensive problems he has been criticized for.
In contrast, Russell Westbrook is still that Westbrook. His fast break is fast and his breakthrough is very lethal. However, his organization has not improved at all. In 15 games, He averaged 17.3 points, 6.3 assists and 3.5 turnovers per game. Although the number of assists is more, the organizational effect on the court is obviously inferior to Harden.
Is James Harden a better point guard than Russell Westbrook?
The answer is obviously yes.
It might be time for the Thunder to consider righting Harden and trade Westbrook.
They don't need to have two ball-holding points on the field at the same time. While Westbrook still has trading value, use him to trade a ballless pitcher or a strong inside. This is obviously a better choice ... "
This article by FOX analyzes the structure of the Thunder and even lists some highly feasible trading schemes at the end.
After this report was released, it also attracted a lot of heated discussion among fans.
"Honestly, before this season, I didn't know Harden could play so well, yes, I was the one who questioned the Thunder's contract extension this offseason. He hit my face fiercely. Now the Thunder is It's time to give him a bigger role. "
"I'm Raymi. I love Westbrook, but I think it's time to send him away. Cray Thompson and Stephen Curry will be good chips. The Golden State will agree."
"Agree upstairs, although Curry had serious ankle injuries in the past, but he has played a good attendance this season, and Klay Thompson has the potential to make the Thunder better."
"I think I can consider trading Paul Pacers. He is a better wing defender, can decompress Harden and Durant on the defensive end, and his shooting is improving."
"Can you try to quote the Celtics' Rondo and Garnett? The Thunder are now all scorers, they need a real point guard, and Garnett is still in the position to give this team Bring a lot of experience. "
"There is no doubt that Westbrook has excellent talents and he is capable of becoming a team leader, but you guys say that I think it is really cool to trade him!"
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The media and fans are full of excitement.
On this day, the Thunder defeated the Spurs 103-107 at home. This season they have defeated the league several times and they have all lost.
Post-match press conference.
"Since the start of the season, the team has lost to the Cavaliers, Nuggets, Knicks and Spurs. These are potential competitors in the playoffs. Is there anything wrong with this performance?" The reporter ’s question is quite Sharp.
"No, this is not surprising. We are still running and improving. You have seen 4 losses, but you should see those 12 victories. Compared with last season, this team's performance is more stable. "Tang Tian said calmly.
"Fox Sports recently published an article, they think Harden is a better point guard than Westbrook, and suggested that Westbrook trade to a flank pitcher or powerful center, what do you think of this?" FOX The report on sports attracted heated discussions, and reporters finally began to ask questions.
Westbrook and Harden were both present at the press conference. The reporter's question instantly made the conference atmosphere strange.
Tang Tian sneered.
He had seen this report long ago, and in order to avoid negative effects, he chose to ignore it.
I really want to say that FOX is on the same level with him. This article shows that the Thunder team's heart is chaotic.
Those trading plans, Westbrook is not playing well now, how can those teams agree, for example, the Warriors, and chose to sign him with a large contract when Curry was seriously injured, which shows that they rely on Curry , They have no reason to trade the young core, George is even more nonsense, that is when the future team building cornerstone training, how can it be traded, as for Rondo and Garnett even more nonsense, between him and Angie There may be transactions.
"Russell is a non-tradable asset for the Thunder. He has also been in the Thunder's future plans. No one will mind having both Elvin Johnson and Oscar Robertson, and we will not." Tang Tian continued. .
Tang Tian's firm attitude gave the best response from the outside world and gave Harden and Westbrook a peace of mind.
After the press conference, Tang Tian took the tactical manual and walked to the office. Stevens followed at this time, and it seemed that there was something to say.
After entering the office, Stevens closed the door and sat down in front of Tang Tian.
"Brad, is it all right?" Tang Tian looked at his first assistant coach. This month, Stevens has fully demonstrated his personal ability and really helped him share a lot of pressure.
"Russell's mentality is a bit problematic," Stevens said.
"Huh? You want me to trade him too?" Tang Tian looked at Stevens in doubt.
As the general manager, he will see the problem from a higher perspective. Westbrook and Harden, Durant, and Ibaka have played together for a long time. Placing him on the shelf will have a great impact on the team's atmosphere. At that time, it will not be impossible for Durant to actively request a transaction. Secondly, from the perspective of interest, it is also very stupid to put the core transaction at the lowest price.
"No ~ EbookFREE.me ~ I don't mean that, I mean you better talk to Russell." Stevens shook his head.
Tang Tian looked up at him.
"I can feel that Russell is a player with a strong desire to win, and he is also a respectable player. There is no gossip outside the field and he will throw himself in the training hall every day." Stevens continued As an assistant, he usually has more contact with players.
Tang Tian nodded after listening.
Speaking of which he has several positions, the communication with the players is indeed not as much as before.
Stevens is a reminder.
His current focus is still on coaching, and he should really put more effort into this.
"It's Russell's birthday in two days, and I think it's an opportunity," Stevens continued.
Tang Tian smiled at his teaching assistant. Stevens, sometimes, really looked like an intimate cotton-wadded jacket.