NBA: Miracle Workers

Chapter 23 The Golden Generation

In the 1996 draft, the New York Knicks selected Li You with the 18th overall pick, and Syracuse University striker John Wallace with the 19th overall pick;
The Knicks then selected Walter McCarty of the University of Mississippi with the 21st overall pick.

Players ranked after the 20th pick were not invited, and the broadcaster only released pictures of the players and basic college data.

These two players, Li You, are also very familiar with each other, and they are both defeated by him.

This is the case in the mid-to-late draft. Most of the picks are drawn from the top four teams to scratch the lottery. The NCAA data is indeed watery, but in the United States, most scouts and managers still prefer college players.

Because Stephen Marbury, the son of New York, was finally selected by the Timberwolves, the New York fans at the scene sighed, but after Li You was selected with the 18th overall pick, the Continental Arena began to be filled with cheers from New York fans.

In addition to cheers, there are scattered Bucks fans who are shouting loudly:

"We need Marbury!"

The voice was not loud at first, but soon the fans watching the fun also followed suit.
At this time, Marbury and Ray Allen, who are being interviewed by TNT host Ernie Johnson, are not very good.

Milwaukee, Minnesota, neither of these two places like it, Ray Allen didn't even try out for these two teams, and it still went wrong.

Celtics select Antoine Walker with the 6th pick
Originally, the lower-ranked rookies had no chance to be interviewed, but the draft was held in New Jersey, which is considered half of New York's home court, so the staff stopped Li You.

With the grinning John Wallace, Li You followed the staff to the live interview area of ​​TNT.

Young Ernie Johnson and veteran Hubie Brown stood up to shake hands, and then sat down on the white sofa.

Noticing that Li You didn't deliberately look mature and grow a beard like Kobe Bryant did before, Ernie Johnson asked with a smile:
"Li, you are the first person of yellow race to land in the NBA. At this time, you are not yet 19 years old. Will this cause you some pressure?"

Old handsome Hubie Brown also looked at Li You, his special complexion brought more attention
"There's no pressure, I'm a student at UConn and I'm very familiar with Madison Square Garden and New York fans."

"In my opinion, there is no difference between the NBA and college basketball, except that the offensive time is shortened, and many teams have traces of their tactical systems."

"The most important thing is that I like to meet challenges, and entering the NBA early is the best choice!"

Wearing a Knicks hat and a light gray formal suit, Li You talked eloquently, looking very confident,
What Li You said was from the bottom of his heart. He had planned to finish high school and go to college early, and enter the NBA early in college.

John Wallace, who was still smirking on the side, widened his eyes subconsciously when he heard Li You's words. This bullshit is exaggerated!

Ernie Johnson was also taken aback, but he reacted faster and smiled again:

"That's an impressive insight!"

"I think New York fans will love you, John, how does it feel to be drafted by the Knicks?"

John Wallace, who heard the question, seemed very nervous, and subconsciously increased his speaking speed:
"I love New York. I have been a big fan of the Knicks since I was a kid. I can't wait to play at Madison Square Garden!"

Li You on the side raised his eyebrows subconsciously. This answer sounded familiar. He just fooled the Lakers like this not long ago.
The old coach Hubie Brown also chuckled, he liked to see the awkward appearance of the new players, and gave Li You a deep look.

After everyone talked about their ideals, this impromptu interview ended.

The old coach Hubie Brown didn't talk much during the interview, but at this time he began to talk:

"The choice made by the Knicks is very interesting. Don Nelson failed to change New York's offense. Jeff Van Gundy, who took over halfway, still chose to continue Pat Riley's tactical system."

"The coaching staff is obviously trying to change the existing offense through players by choosing Lee. Perhaps during the offseason, the Knicks will try to change the lineup."

"The Knicks lost to the Bulls again this year. They really have to make changes. If they continue to repeat the past tactical system, they are doomed to fail to win the championship!"

The entire Eastern Conference has been blown away by Michael Jordan, and really no defense is working right now.
Ernie Johnson felt that the old man's words made sense, and recalling Li You's confident appearance, he also sighed:
"Some talented players can indeed bring their own system, but next season, the Bulls have a great possibility of defending the title. 72 wins is an incredible record!"

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When Li You returned to the audience, he just heard that the Bulls had selected Travis Knight of the University of Connecticut with the 29th overall pick.

Since then, all 29 players in the first round have been released, and the University of Connecticut has created a new team history. At the same time, three players were selected in the first round.

Mark Bartelstein's face is still a little ugly. He really hopes that Ray Allen will play in a big ball market, Milwaukee?What the hell is that.

Li You's friends are very happy at this time. They are playing in New York. Everyone can drive over to watch the game when they have time, and they can get together at ordinary times.

The draft was still going on, and Li You, who returned to his seat, was not very happy to see several new players.

Like Ray Allen, Kobe Bryant is also a bit lost. His hometown basketball is gone, and the big city is gone. The Hornets?Might as well go back to Italy to play!
The team representative of the Lakers, John Black, was very unhappy. The first choice of the 24th pick was selected by New York. In desperation, he contacted the Los Angeles team and finally chose Derek Fisher.
They are also No. [-]. Fisher does not have such impressive statistics as Li You, and his performance in the trial training is mediocre.

Some people are happy and some are sad. The draft of the 96th session of the draft came to an end after more than two hours.

All the players invited tonight can get a good contract. For many people, this is also a fate-changing night.

If you want to live a good life, you need a beautiful knife!

Ray Allen still kept a smiling face in front of his family, and after returning to the hotel, he couldn't hold back anymore:
"Damn! I didn't try out for either team, I don't like Milwaukee at all!"

Mark Bartelstein has completely calmed down at this time, and the Bucks will definitely not let go:

"We have to prepare for the worst. Even if we stay in Milwaukee, I will get you a big contract!"

Li You didn't say a word. This was 1996. He was playing in a small ball market. Limited by broadcasting conditions, his exposure was limited.

Ray Allen is out of luck.
"Lee, New York is very suitable for you. I have communicated with Coach Van Gundy. They will make lineup adjustments during the offseason. This is your chance!"

Mark Bartelstein reassured Li You that as long as he performed well in his rookie season, he would definitely not sit on the bench.

Li You nodded, and patted Ray Allen's shoulder beside him as a gesture of comfort.

Familiar names began to appear in the NBA:
Steve Nash was selected by the Suns with the 15th overall pick, and Jermaine O'Neal was selected by the Trail Blazers with the 17th overall pick.

The 96 golden generation began to take the stage, and the transition from old to new officially began at this moment.

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