The Godfather of Basketball

Morey's cell phone rang the next second.

When he saw the above content, he was also taken aback for a moment, and then cursed.

"Damn Bostonians, this is revenge on us!"

"The 29th pick in the first round of the NBA in 2008, the Boston Celtics selected Nicolas Batum, a 2-meter-03 small forward from France." Stern came out of the backstage for the 29th time and announced the The Celtics' draft results.

Tang Tian also felt a little helpless at this time.

Woj's message, in addition to the Celtics pick, added one more sentence: They managed to find out who you guys tried out.

Because of the excellent draft vision in the past two years, the Rockets' trial training is also very attractive.

In other words, the first time is good luck, the second time is good vision, and the third time is attention.

It is precisely because of this that the Rockets' trial training is very low-key, but because it is impossible for players to only try out one team, it is very difficult to keep it completely confidential.

Now the Celtics have made it clear.

Although Batum has never tried out for the Celtics before, but looking at Angie now, I would rather I win than choose you!

"The 30th pick in the first round of 2008 belonged to the Houston Rockets, and they had five minutes to think about it."

Although it had been planned before, Batum's sudden selection still caused a discussion in the Rockets' cabin.

"How about we choose Luke Richard Mbah a Moute, he is also an excellent defensive small forward, a bit like Batum's type." Thibodeau gave his opinion.

"I think it's better to choose Mario Chalmers. He is the MOP. If the team wants to trade Barea, we need a point guard." Jones also gave his opinion.

Mo Lei looked at Tang Tian at this time. At this time, everyone's opinions were a little different, and they didn't have so much time to think about it.

"Don, are we still drafting DeAndre Jordan? He was blown away by Kevin Love in the NCAA Tournament."

"Yes, DeAndre is frizzy, easily irritated, and easily cheated and fouled. If you really want to choose an insider, I think Joey Dorsey is more suitable. Although he has an average offense, he has an excellent defense. He has become the second Ben. Wallace's potential, and the key is that he can swing the fourth and fifth positions." Smith then echoed.

Morey nodded, obviously what Smith wanted to say was also what he wanted to say.

"No, I still choose DeAndre Jordan, he has better potential." Tang Tian glanced at the time running out, and then said.

"Potential..." Morey paused, this statement was a bit too one-sided, "Don't think about it again?"

"Don't think about it, I'm the head coach of the team, and I need him." At this time, the staff was about to knock on the door, Tang Tian said quickly.

Mo Lei froze for a moment, then frowned slightly, what Tang Tian said made him a little embarrassed.

"I'll be responsible." Tang Tian also realized that he was speaking in a hurry, and then added.

"Hey~"

Just then, the staff came and knocked on the door.

Morey reached out his hand to signal Smith to write what Tang Tian said.

After Smith finished writing, he opened the door and handed the envelope with the draft results to the staff.

"With the 30th pick in the first round of the 2008 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets selected DeAndre Jordan, a 2.11-meter center, from Texas A\u0026M University."

The Rockets' decision to make this choice is beyond most people's expectations. After all, the team already has Marc Gasol, and now they even use the first round to select a center.

When the Rockets made this choice, the Clippers' cabin was full of curses, and the Bucks' cabin was full of cheers.

And at the scene at this time, Jordan had a complicated expression.

Every year, the NBA invites some lottery prospects to enclose a small area in the center of the arena. The invited rookies can wait inside with their families. This place is also known as the "Little Green Room".

Under normal circumstances, the number of people invited to the small green house will be more than 14 people. For example, this year, a total of 16 people were invited.

This also means that someone will always fall out of the lottery.

Little Jordan was the worst one. Half an hour ago, George Hill was sitting with him anyway, and he was always alone behind him.

If no one picks him again, he will lose the second round.

The previous holder of the "longest sitting" record in the small green house was Rashad Lewis. He was selected with the 32nd pick in the second round, but that was all in 1998, ten years ago.

Fortunately, it is almost close to breaking the record.

After receiving the Rockets hat from the staff, Jordan walked onto the stage with a depressed expression.

"I'll go out for a while." Tang Tian stood up as he said, there was still some time before the second round started, and he happened to say hello to Jordan.

Morey nodded, and then continued to take out his mobile phone to negotiate with other teams.

After leaving the draft room, Tang Tian led Thibodeau straight to the draft venue.

After the lottery pick is selected, they will participate in the press conference. As for Jordan, who is at the end of the first round, basically he can go home, wash and sleep after being selected.

As soon as Little Qiaodan stepped off the stage, he found Tang Tian walking towards him with a smile all over his face.

Tang Tian led the Rockets to win two consecutive championships, and because of his handsome appearance, he made headlines in various media, so it's hard to know him or not.

Little Qiaodan was also very surprised that Tang Tian would come to greet him in person, and immediately wiped away his depressed expression, and said with a smile on his face, "Coach."

Tang Tian greeted Little Qiaodan and walked to the side passage.

"Welcome to Houston, are you ready to win the championship ring?" Tang Tian said with a smile.

Little Jordan froze for a moment, then immediately laughed and said, "Yes, coach, I can't wait."

Tang Tian laughed and patted Little Jordan.

In the previous life, because of his resemblance to Liu Bei played by the well-known actor Yu Hewei in "The New Romance of the Three Kingdoms", Xiao Qiaodan was dubbed "Uncle Emperor" by fans, and Tang Tian still had a natural affinity for him.

Just kidding, it seems that Jordan's character is also a more relaxed one.

"We chose you, you must be very surprised?" Thibodeau said at this time.

Jordan nodded: "Yes, I have never tried out for the Rockets."

Tang Tian smiled. Jordan was very honest. Those predicted to be in the lottery would seldom try out for a late-first-round team like them.

"Moreover, I know the team already has Gasol." Jordan went on to say, it seems that he is still a little worried about his prospects.

At this moment, Xibodu turned to look at Tang Tian.

"DeAndre, you should know that Kobe was a substitute for one season, and you should also know that Arenas sat on the bench for a year in his rookie year. The NBA is very cruel, but it is also full of opportunities. As long as you work hard , who can't guarantee that you will become the starter of a team? You know it's Gasol you mentioned, he couldn't even play when he first came to the team." Tang Tian said meaningfully and patted the small Jordan's shoulders.