This Forward is Not Serious

Lin Ying was stunned when she saw Durant's reaction.

Because he is not too sure, after all, there is still a big difference between reality and the history he knows.

The existence of the "Butler formula" makes this matter a lot of uncertainty.

"You and Jimmy?"

Lin Ying then asked.

There was a conflict between Butler and Durant. Now, because Durant decided to go to the Hornets, if Butler was traded away, then the two of them might really become big.

"We had no problem, we talked and we all knew it was a problem on the field."

Durant's next words surprised Lin Ying once again.

Durant even communicated with Butler privately!

It seems that in the past few years with the Nets, he has indeed matured a lot!

And in history, Durant also talked to Green later, and the two also went on the show to negotiate money together.

So this wave is Butler replacing Green's role in history?

Things seem to be getting interesting.

"Has the deal been negotiated?"

Lin Ying then asked.

Butler is also on a max-salary contract, not much cheaper than Durant. The Nets will only be able to take Butler back unless all those high-quality role players are gone.

I just don't know where Butler is going this time.

In history, Butler brought the Timberwolves back to the playoffs after many years, but was forced to leave Minnesota in the end.

Now that he's in a different place, and has played well in the playoffs, he's still going to get kicked out.

This can only be said to be fate.

"There are still some details, but it should only be two days."

After hearing this, Lin Ying nodded and saw that Durant was still a little sad, and patted Durant's arm with a smile:

"I think this is a good choice. Didn't Michael say he wanted you to go there before, he will definitely value you very much."

Durant nodded after listening.

Then, there was a long silence.

"I'm leaving."

What broke the silence was a reluctant remark from Durant.

Lin Ying was startled.

He recalled the scene when he left the Suns.

He also returned to the locker room to say goodbye to his teammates in the Suns, full of reluctance.

He unconsciously looked up at the window.

Unlike his time, in the season of July, the sun is shining brightly outside.

He looked back, and the corner of his mouth smiled again.

Durant's departure is still very different from his departure.

"You're not leaving, you're just going out for a spin."

He continued.

This time it was Durant's turn to be stunned.

"As long as I'm still here, I can come back anytime I want. This is your forever home."

Durant's stunned expression slowly melted away, and he finally smiled.

"I know."

At the end of the free market, Durant's next home finally settled.

His final choice to go to the Hornets was a real surprise.

After all, there is Butler there, and the Butler formula is well known before. If it hadn't been for Green's creation of a more lethal Green formula, this stalk would still be the mainstream stalk now.

However, the result of the final transaction is to let everyone drop their jaws.

This is a three-way transaction, the three parties in the transaction are: the Nets, the Hornets and the Celtics.

Nets: Sign Durant to a 2-year, $53 million, 11-max contract, then send him to the Hornets for Allen Crabbe, a $10 million deal exception from the Celtics , a lottery-protected first-rounder, and two unprotected first-rounders from the Hornets

Hornets: Send Kemba Walker, two unprotected first-rounders and this year's No. 22 pick Chandler Hutchison, get Kevin Durant and Terry Rozier

Celtics: Send Allen Crabbe and Terry Rozier, a $10 million trade exception, a lottery-protected first-round pick, and get Kemba Walker and Chandler Hutchison.

The Hornets did not send Butler away!

After this wave of trades came out, the new general manager of the Hornets, Kupchak, the former general manager of the Lakers, was directly on the hot search.

Because no one thought that Durant could still play with Butler!

And keeping Butler and sending Walker away, the Hornets' strength improvement is visible to the naked eye.

Rozier, Butler, Durant, Horford, Tyson Chandler.

This will be the Hornets' starting lineup next season.

It also seems to explain why they made that contract swap with the Lakers earlier.

Even before Durant's next move was confirmed, the Hornets had signed Tony Parker, who was gradually losing the team's low post, from the Spurs.

The Hornets' roster is going to be very competitive next season, exactly on par with the Raptors and Nets.

Lin Ying was also stunned for a long time after reading the transaction information.

It was only at this time that he realized that when he communicated with Durant before, it belonged to you to say yours, I said mine, and then misunderstood the other party.

But he also understands why Durant would choose not to go to the West.

Because compared to other teams, this lineup composed of the Hornets is indeed much more competitive.

Only in this way, if Lin Ying wants to achieve four consecutive championships, he really has to pass the level of the Hornets.

Raptors, Hornets, Lakers, Warriors, the new season has become extra interesting.

"Alan Crabbe."

After Lin Ying recovered from the accident, he then focused his attention on the return from the Nets trade, frowning.

Because Durant is a sign-and-trade, which is not the same as the trade value during the contract period.

In particular, the Hornets didn't have to look to the Nets in this trade.

Because Kemba Walker is still a standard positive asset, it is really necessary to change the air of some teams.

There are a few teams that are totally edible right now.

Therefore, the return of this wave of trading to the Nets is also what Durant has won for the Nets.

This wave is equivalent to one-for-four, except that all three are draft picks. What the Nets really got is Crabbe.

Crabbe is also an inspirational player. He was selected in the second round, but with his stable three-point performance and good defense, he gradually gained a firm foothold in the league.

Then his luck was also good. The expiration of the rookie contract coincided with the conclusion of the new NBA broadcast contract. The Celtics directly signed him with a four-year, $70 million contract.

You must know that before this, his contract was 2.63 million for 3 years, which was more than 20 times.

Of course, Crabbe's development trajectory and history are slightly different.

Playing two years with the Celtics, his defensive progress has been obvious, and he has grown into a qualified 3 player.

Of course, his shortcomings are also obvious. The Celtics originally expected him to be a player above 3 with the ability to attack independently.

This can be seen from the salary of nearly 18 million a year.

However, Crabbe's ball handling has not been practiced, and he has not been able to improve.

There are many reasons why the Nets are willing to take him.

First, Crabbe’s talent is good, with a height of 1.98 meters, an excellent wingspan of 2.12 meters, and excellent shooting talent, his catching and shooting are at the top level in the league.

The second is that both Ariza and Bradley's contracts expire this summer. Because of the background of the three consecutive championships, their market value is much higher than that of the same period in history.

The third is age. Compared with Ariza and Bradley, Crabbe has just turned 26 this year. He is young and energetic. This is fresh blood. After completing the three consecutive championships, this is also very important for the Nets. important

The fourth is Crabbe's contract. Crabbe's contract premium is inevitable, because he can't develop the ability to hold the ball. Even under the current salary cap, the contract of the top three players is about 15 million US dollars, and Crabbe does not count Top, $12 million or so is his value, but his contract is regressive and has been fulfilled for two years with the Celtics.

So combining these three points, plus the trade exceptions and draft picks that the Nets traded for, this is an acceptable return for Walkendian.

Of course, this is without opening the eyes of the sky.

This is also the reason why Lin Yinghui frowned.

Because he knows that in history Crabbe was fired before the 70 million contract was fulfilled due to injuries, and then disappeared from the NBA.

Although Crabbe's resume is not the same as in history, he may not necessarily suffer similar injuries, but this wave is more likely to be pitted.

But then again, it is Walkendian, not Lin Ying, who manages the Nets team.

Without opening the eyes of the sky, this transaction may not be profitable, but it is definitely not a loss.

And Walkendian came all the way, and the basic transactions are positive, which is very rare.

It would be strange if this was not overlooked once or twice.

After putting down the phone, Lin Ying put Crabbe down temporarily, and then thought of a person.

He picked up the phone and dialed back.

It took a while for the phone to pick up.

"Hey, Lin."

Kobe's familiar voice came from the other end of the phone, mixed with the sound of waves hitting the table.

"Hey Kobe, where are you now?"

Lin Ying asked with a smile.

"I'm in South Africa, with my family, we watch the sunset by the sea, you don't know, the sunset here can be so beautiful."

Kobe's words were full of happiness, and Lin Ying could feel it even at such a long distance.

He originally wanted to ask Kobe what he was thinking, if he wanted to go back to the Nets to play another season.

But knowing that Kobe was traveling abroad, and the state in which he spoke, he already knew Kobe's choice.

"Then you must remember to take a photo and share it with me. If it's really like what you said, I'll go back and have a look with Taylor and Xiaolin Yi."

Lin Ying replied with a smile.

"You don't need to take pictures. Photos can't fully show the beauty here. You must come here, not only the sunset, but also the scenery here, like a painting."

Kobe's tone seemed to really like it there.

"Okay, I'll definitely go, then you can enjoy the sunset first, don't miss it."

Lin Ying said with a smile.

Kobe's hearty laughter came from the other end of the phone, but he didn't hang up.

"Forest."

After the laughter stopped, Kobe's tone also softened.

"What's wrong?"

Lin Ying heard no sound for a while and was about to hang up, but when he heard Kobe's voice again, he was full of doubts.

"I actually don't know how to tell you, especially after hearing Kevin leave the Nets but I know I have to tell you, my family is my everything now, and I'm ready to say goodbye to my playing career. Sorry"

When Kobe said this, there was a pause, and Lin Ying could feel his tangled emotions.

In particular, Kobe highlighted Durant's departure. At this time, he should continue to play for another year to help Lin Ying.

"Hey Kobe, don't say I'm sorry, you'll make me blame myself, it's surprising if a 40-year-old guy says he's going to keep playing, stay with Vanessa and the kids, Life is bigger than basketball, you know."

There was a hearty laugh from Kobe over there.

After a few more chats, Lin Ying hung up the phone with Kobe.

With the Durant trade, Kobe Bryant's decision, and the departure of some of the core players, it looks like next season will be the hardest for him since joining the Nets.

However, his feeling is the same as before, there are challenges and motivation.

If the Nets are still as strong as before, and they will play for another year or two at most, he will definitely have the same emotions as Jordan back then, and lose interest in the Nets game~www.wuxiahere.com~ But now , and everything became what made him look forward to it again.

"call"

Putting down the phone with a long sigh, he got up and continued to devote himself to training.

South Africa or something, it is estimated that it will be postponed. He must now go all out to prepare for the game. Only in this way can he find opportunities in such a challenging season.

"Kevin Durant is amazing, I love him!"

James's mansion in Los Angeles, James eats with one hand, while excitedly speaking to Rich Paul in front of him.

The collapse of the dynasty started from the inside, Durant would choose to leave, and Durant was willing to leave!

To be honest, he completely understands Durant's brain circuits, and even thinks that guy is a complete idiot.

But like he said, he loves this idiot to death now.

Because of this idiot, the strength of the Nets has plummeted. Now let alone the Lakers, there is a question mark on whether they can rush out of the East.

"He even went to Charlotte and became Lin Ying's biggest opponent. I think as long as his head was not kicked by a donkey, there was a problem between them."

Rich Paul also spoke up.

James thought for a moment, nodded, and continued to let out a burst of laughter.

"Whatever happened to them, they're finished, next season will be ours and no one can stop us anymore!"

After James finished laughing, he couldn't hide the heroic feeling in his heart.

"No, not just next season, your time has come, my king."

Rich Paul looked attentive, and he even imitated those classic royal movements in Europe, holding a sword flower in his hand, and then saluted James.

For a time, crazy laughter came from James' mansion, which did not subside for a long time.