The Basketball Court Swordsman

Brook Lopez, the season with the highest three-pointer percentage so far in his career was last season. Of course, last season he actually averaged only 0.2 three-pointers per game, and averaged only 14.3% of his three-pointers...

14.3%, averaging 0.2 shots per game. There is no doubt that if someone says that Brook Lopez will shoot a three-pointer, he will definitely be treated as an idiot.

However, there is a fact that everyone has overlooked. Al Horford, one of the most active three-pointers in the league, averaged only 0.1 three-pointers per game before joining the Pacers and his shooting percentage was only about 14%.

These data indicate that it is not because these centers do not shoot three-pointers, but because they have no chance to shoot three-pointers. After all, in those days, no one was stupid enough to keep the center away from the basket.

Horford's soft touch and steady shooting allowed him to successfully develop a three-point shot.

In Indianapolis, Horford successfully developed a three-pointer. And this summer, Horford has had an affair with the Celtics. It is said that the Celtics will "rescue Horford" from Orlando at a price of 130 million US dollars in four years.

You see, how popular an insider who can shoot three pointers is now. And how important the three-pointer is to most insiders.

Facts have proved that Henson did not make a mistake in the deal last year. If Horford is left until now, the Pacers will not be able to offer a contract that can match the Celtics. US$130 million is not a small amount.

Since the cost of directly signing a ready-made three-pointer center is too high, Henson decided to repeat the old way of training Horford. Signed a center who will not shoot three-pointers for the time being, but has the potential to develop himself and cultivate himself.

At this time, Brook Lopez was the one who best met Henson's requirements.

Lopez, like Horford, is also an All-Star center. Last season, he was able to play 20+8 in the Nets, and his low post skills were solid.

Like Horford, people think that Lopez's rebounding ability is poor. However, the fact is that Lopez is used to getting stuck in his matchup and creating opportunities for his teammates to rush for rebounds. Therefore, his rebounding data is not very good, which creates the illusion that his rebounding is not good.

Such an all-star center with rich experience, solid skills and a soft touch is just too suitable for Henson. It can be said that he has found a reduced mobility version of Horford.

Of course, the most important thing is that Lopez is a player Henson can get. If you do not consider the feasibility of the operation, Henson would definitely hope to get Cousins ​​or Marc Gasol. But there is no doubt that these two players are not what Henson can get with his current chips.

And who is the general manager of the Brooklyn Nets? Billy King!

Billy King is as stupid as a pig.

This is not what Henson said, but the Nets fans said. His stupid operations in recent years have begun to test the patience of Nets fans and Russian bosses.

Henson believes that when Billy King trades Lopez, his unemployment should be greatly accelerated. Besides, it's the same as usual.

Henson has a clear grasp of what the Nets need.

When Billy King received a call from Pacers general manager Henson Joe, he was very nervous.

Is Billy King silly? Not stupid actually. After all, a fool can't hang around in the league for so many years. So he naturally knows that his primary goal now is to stop loss.

It is no longer possible for the Nets to rely on the draft to rise, because until 2018, their first-round picks were in the hands of other teams. Even if it is bad, they are also bad for other teams.

Therefore, Billy King wants to stop the loss is also very simple. First, clean up the clean space and make as much space as possible to attract free agents.

Second, find ways to get enough first-round picks from other teams to get hope of rebuilding through the draft.

But Billy King did not expect that Henson Joe, who has always been known for his cunning and despicableness, could meet his two conditions at the same time. The general manager of the Nets once again fell into the "big pie" that others drew for him.

So, a week after the draft, that is, on the last day of June, Henson came to New York, where he once annoyed countless fans.

"The Barclays Center is really magnificent. Your office is probably big enough to fit an entire team." Walking beside Billy King, Henson pretended to observe everything in the Barclays Center like a hillbilly.

"Don't laugh, Mr. Henson. The stadiums used by NBA teams are not bad. Let's talk about business. You said you are willing to pay for the first round of the 2018 draft. Then why is it in 2018? Not in 2017?"

When Billy King asked, Henson knew that this guy was really as stupid as a pig. You have asked so. Isn't it okay for me to fool you?

"Because the Pacers will definitely make the playoffs under my leadership next season, our 2017 first-round pick is worthless. But next season, no one can tell. You know, Chris It didn’t take long for Paul’s contract to expire, and Oladipo’s relationship with the team was also very cold. Therefore, our 2018 draft pick may be more valuable. The reason why I am willing to give the 2018 first round draft pick , To express my sincerity, Mr. Billy King."

Henson showed his trademark smile, but Billy King didn't know it. It was just hiding a knife in a smile. "I'm a man of integrity, unlike the nasty fox like Danny Angie. I will not treat him badly. My friend, if I just want to take advantage of you, I will definitely use the 2017 draft pick to fool you."

Billy King nodded happily, thinking he had finally met a good person. This guy has been fooled by Henson.

Henson can be any character, but he can never be a "good guy."

"So you are willing to give me the first-round pick and help me clear Brook Lopez. What good will it do for you?"

"The benefits are obvious. I need Brook Lopez's immediate combat power. Even if his contract is a bit premium, I have to accept it. You know, being a Pacers general manager puts a lot of pressure on performance."

With that, the two walked into Billy King's office. There is a mess in Billy King's office, and it seems that Billy King is really messed up.

Like Hannigan, the general manager of the Magic, their biggest problem is not stupidity, but that they don't know what they want.

"So, my bargaining chips are Monta Ellis, Ronnie Stuckey and Lavoy Allen, and what you need most, a first-round pick for 2018. Ellis' contract next summer As soon as it expires, Stuckey and Lavoye’s contracts are not big. In this way, you can free up a lot of cap space. Moreover, these players also have immediate combat power. Especially Ellis, you You can safely make him the core."

"Plus a first-round pick for 2019." Billy King started to bargain slowly, but his offensive was not a threat to Henson.

"Don't be too greedy, Mr. Billy King. I am here as a friend. My goal is to achieve a win-win situation. You don't want to. I will treat you like Danny Angie." Henson stared at Billy. Under his solemn gaze, Billy King looked away unconsciously, not daring to look at Henson.

He was timid.

"Okay, okay. You are right, Mr. Henson, we should get along as friends. You have my promise that we will apply to the alliance as soon as the trading market opens."

"It's not over yet, Mr. Billy King." Billy King's price tag failed, and now it's time for Henson to increase the price.

"Huh? What do you mean?"

"Ellis, Stucky, and Lavoye are to help you make room for you. The first round of the 2018 draft picks, but I was willing to play for other players. Bojan Bogdanovic Odd, I need to pack him with him. Anyway, your goal is to rebuild, and Bo Yang’s contract will expire next year. If he walks in, you won’t get anything."

Henson is a good guy? No, it is impossible. Since it is a robbery, the robbery must be thorough! This is the NBA, where there are only intrigue and cruel deception. Who can fool anyone, whoever is the winner.

Billy King thought about it for a while, and even nodded, "No problem, Bojan and Brook Lopez will become Pacers next season."

"Thank you, Mr. Billy King."

Henson remembered a sentence at this time. At first, he was skeptical, but now he believes the truth of this sentence.

Billy King is as stupid as a pig.