I was determined to be bad, but I went straight to the Basketball Hall of Fame

Chapter 25 Talent visible to the naked eye, but some people don't understand the rules

Min Congda's attention has been fully focused on the first game, the Grizzlies vs. Knicks.

He didn't bother to figure out what Wallace was thinking. He kept Randolph just to show off.

Why doesn't a player who is said to be a cancer by everyone stay and contribute to his poor career?
This game was Min Congda's first time watching a formal basketball game seriously. He has been the Clippers manager for more than two weeks, and he is still in a state of ignorance about basketball games.

Who made him think about eating every time he went to the training center?
Now I feel that it’s not enough. I still need to understand the game itself so that I can make a better judgment on the future development of the players and the team, and effectively avoid some geniuses and development advantages.

The core player of the Grizzlies Summer League is of course Griffin, and his inside partner is power forward Darrell Arthur (No. 2008 rookie in 27).

There are small forward DeMarre Carroll (No. 27 rookie today), guard Sam Young (No. 36 rookie in the second round this year), guard Marcus Williams (No. 2006 in 22) rookie).

The most eye-catching thing about the Knicks is their eighth pick this year, forward Jordan Hill. He has two NBA superstar names at the same time, but he was the Knicks' helpless choice in the draft.

Originally, Stephen Curry, who they were optimistic about, was selected by the Clippers with the first overall pick. At that time, Madison Garden was booed, and the Knicks uniform team was even more numb.

It was expected that there might be an interception, but he didn't expect to be intercepted at the first pick. MD was not mentally prepared at all.

The sixth Timberwolves chose Flynn, leaving Rubio, who was originally hot, down, and then was taken away by the Warriors.

The Knicks' last glimmer of hope was shattered, so they could only break the can, thinking that since they can't get Curry and Rubio, then get an insider.

Otherwise, why is the Knicks called Loonie? The draft plan and preparation work are not good at all. Since they are determined to get a guard, they naturally have to investigate other guards. up?
There are better guards such as DeRozan, Jennings, and Holiday behind, and the Knicks missed them all.

It can be seen from the relatively low-intensity and relatively low-level games of the summer league that Jordan Hill's strength is not very good.

Griffin easily scored 29 points in the first game, highlighting a talented crush in the summer league.

In this game, the two faced each other directly and had a one-on-one dialogue on the court.

Not long after the start of the first half, Hill and Griffin had several rounds of confrontation.

Griffin attacked Hill with the ball. It can be seen that the slightly slender Hill is very vulnerable in front of Griffin, who is as strong as a lion.

Very easily, Griffin scored a few goals, and the Grizzlies took the lead at the start.

Conversely, when the Knicks are attacking, Hill has no ability to attack independently with the ball.

The Grizzlies use Arthur to mark Hill. Hill can't attack by himself with the ball, and can only be used as an auxiliary for outside attackers.

Min Congda watched a few rounds, and his first impression was that Blake Griffin was really, really strong.

In Min Congda's view, most NBA players are very strong, and someone like Curry who is evaluated as "thin" is a burly man in front of ordinary people.

Not to mention Jordan, who is 7 feet tall, and Eric Gordon, a round creature, are all physically strong.

But they are not good enough in front of Griffin. Even if Jordan is taller than Griffin, if he wants to say who is stronger, Min Congda will choose Griffin.

He belongs to the burly man among the burly men, with broad shoulders and a broad body, and a majestic figure. His two arms are like the thighs of ordinary people. The whole body feels full of tension and explosive power.

Hill, who is 2 meters tall, is obviously a little taller than Griffin, but standing next to Griffin feels one size smaller.

The difference between the performance of the two on the court is even more visible to the naked eye. A basketball layman like Min Congda can tell that a person who is heavier and stronger than you is faster than you, jumps higher than you, and has more explosive power than you. Stronger and more responsive.

Are you still knitting?Go home and eat watermelon.

The game rules of the summer league are different from the regular season. There are four games, each with only 10 minutes.

As an unofficial game, referees don’t have so much pressure on whistleblowing. Players can accumulate up to 10 fouls, and there will be no official suspension of advertisements during the game. The two sides focus on training and don’t care about every ball. .

So overall the game was very smooth, and 10 minutes passed quickly.

At the end of the first quarter, the Grizzlies made a steal in the backcourt. Carroll stole the ball and passed it directly to Griffin who hadn't returned to defense after halftime. Griffin caught the ball and turned and went straight to the basket!
The audience stood up, and they could enjoy the violent dunk of the griffin flying into the air!

Of course, Griffin would not give up this opportunity to perform. Before the game started, he got the news that the general manager of the Clippers was sitting and watching the game. With a sense of resentment in his heart, he dribbled the ball and rushed towards the basket. !

You must know that before the draft, everyone thought that Griffin would definitely be the No. [-] pick.

The family, friends, and media around him all regard him as the number one chosen child.

The family is ready to start a new life in Los Angeles and start his basketball era in the most prosperous city in the West.

Rosser, Olshey, and the Clippers management team all met with Griffin's family, and they said with certainty that Griffin must be chosen, and others would not consider it at all.

Roser also showed him the modified suit he wore in the lottery, with the Clippers' No. 23 jersey embroidered inside, showing the team's resolute attitude.

Until 1 minute before the start of the draft, Griffin was sure that he would be the first person to go on stage. How could he know that the world is so wonderful.

When Stern came on stage 1 minute late, Griffin felt something was wrong, and had a premonition that there might be changes.

Sure enough, the moment Stern opened the envelope, the surprise on his face had already betrayed him. It wasn't Griffin, but the little-known little guy from Davidson College!

At that moment, unprecedented embarrassment and grievances invaded Griffin's heart. Even though the Grizzlies chose him with the second pick, Griffin's mind was still buzzing when he walked on stage.

Afterwards, Rosser and Olshey both called to explain that Griffin didn't answer. Later, his parents told him that it was because an airborne general manager named Smart changed his mind at the last moment of the draft.

This change caused Griffin to lose his reputation as the No. [-] pick, and the fate of his basketball career was completely changed. He moved from the bustling west coast to the quiet south of the Mississippi River.

Does Griffin hate Min Congda?Not to mention hatred, the two have no friendship at all. If they knew each other before and Min Congda said he would choose him but didn't choose him, Griffin would hold grudges.

Since there is no intersection, but Min Congda's choice based on his own judgment, there is nothing to hate.

Griffin just wanted to prove to him that I was the real No. 2009 pick and the most talented player in [-]!

In an instant, Griffin took a step inside the free throw line, stretched his body like a bow, and slammed the ball into the basket with a violent force. He regarded the basket as Min Congda's head and wanted to smash it One hit and shatter!

With a loud "bang", Griffin dunked his hand angrily, shaking the basket, which was enough to show how much power he poured into this dunk.

After the goal, the fans on the scene were almost crazy. This dunk full of violent beauty is enough to make any fan excited!

Chris Wallace couldn't help standing up and applauding. He was excited and excited to get such a player in the draft. The Grizzlies have been rotten for so many years and finally have hope!
Wallace asked Min Congda in a proud tone: "Mr. Smart, what do you think of this ball? Is it shocking?"

Min Congda nodded, but he asked back: "Chris, I want to ask, is this ball...is it offside?"

(End of this chapter)