This Forward is Not Serious

What's the use of you two!

Kroenke cursed in his heart.

It would be naive to think that he is easy to talk to just because his name is Silent Stan.

Anyone who can become a business tycoon is not a ruthless person.

The atmosphere in the small office became a bit depressing.

Because Kroenke really remained silent and didn't say a word.

Karl and Walken Dean looked at each other for a few times, and finally Walken Dean spoke first:

"We tried to trade some better role players, but other teams took advantage of us when they found out about our situation. The original plan was to wait until the trade deadline before trying again."

Kroenke still said nothing.

"I have the same trust in Lin and Melo, but there are indeed big problems between them."

After all, Karl is a well-known coach in the league, and his tone of voice is obviously different.

Kroenke glanced at Karl and finally spoke:

"Do you know who was the last player on the Nuggets who could be called the core of the team?"

"Alex English."

Walken Dean replied immediately.

His business ability is still very good, otherwise he would not be able to trade Camby for Lin Ying, and then sign Tony Allen.

"There was at least 20 years between them."

Kroenke spoke next.

He doesn't seem to pay attention to the daily operations of the team, but he seems to know everything.

And the meaning of his words is also very clear: How difficult is it for an NBA team to select or train a team core.

Maybe it will take them 20 years to wait for the next Anthony.

Walken Dean nodded.

This situation is even more obvious for the Nuggets. Before acquiring Anthony, they had failed to win 20 games for several consecutive seasons.

However, even though they were last in the league for consecutive years, they did not select any cornerstone. It was not until Anthony came back that they returned to the playoffs.

This is also the reason why the Thunder team is called the "NBA Whampoa Military Academy". Who can select three MVPs in three consecutive years!

Walken Dean understands what the boss means!

It's right to think about it, Lin Ying is only a second-year student after all.

Although he showed good talent, it also benefited from Karl's trust in him.

"I will look for Lin's trading plan and get the best return!"

He spoke immediately, almost beating his chest to assure himself.

Now that Kroenke had made up his mind, he had to express his stance immediately to gain a good impression for himself.

After all, Kroenke's initial mood already indicated his displeasure.

Kroenke rubbed his head.

Do you understand that silence is golden, young man?

Otherwise, why is he called Silent Stan? It's not that he doesn't want to speak, but that he makes many mistakes if he talks too much.

Walken Dean didn’t even know that he was rushing to answer...

He hasn't finished speaking yet.

"Last season's financial report showed that the team's revenue increased by 12% compared to the previous year?"

Kroenke continued.

Walken Dean was stunned for a moment.

He is the general manager, not the president of operations.

He knew that the team's income must have increased last year, but he did not expect it to increase so much.

Although revenue does not represent profit, this is an exaggeration.

And the reason for this exaggeration is naturally the Chinese market brought by Lin Ying.

Kroenke meant that Lin Ying was also important?

this……

Or is it that Kroenke doesn't want to make this decision and wants him and Karl to make it?

This makes sense.

If you make your own decisions, you will only be sulking if you lose money in the future, and you will become the target of media ridicule.

But if the decision was made by someone below, not only would you not have to take the blame, but you would also have someone to vent your anger on.

High.

Walken Dean turned to Carl for help.

He can't bear this responsibility.

Karl is not stupid either, and after all, he has been around longer than Walken Dean and understands the truth that silence is golden.

"Both are important to the team and both are here to stay."

Kroenke finally finished.

Walken Dean and Karl looked at each other.

"Their relationship is very difficult to reconcile."

This time Karl spoke.

Because it means throwing the hard problem to him.

"George, you have been in the alliance for so long, haven't you learned how to resolve internal conflicts?"

Kroenke said slightly disappointed.

The difficulty of handling the relationship with Phil Jackson seemed to him to be on a pediatric level.

Karl's face turned red.

"The easiest way to resolve an internal conflict is to move it externally. Do you know why we keep starting wars?"

Kroenke is a businessman after all, and the examples he gave are a bit different.

However, it is very intuitive.

The United States is a federal country, which is not much different from the Soviet Union, but it has been using this method since it was not disintegrated in the end.

Carl and Walken Dean were both thoughtful.

It was also because they failed to attend the Nuggets' player meeting last season, otherwise they would soon discover that this was actually what Lin Ying did back then.

"I know Melo relatively well. He may value the team's status and personal data more than the championship."

Carl continued.

Because what Kroenke said will eventually be detailed and implemented by him, he naturally has a lot to say.

"Then look for external contradictions that can attract them."

Karl didn't answer this time because he couldn't think of anything.

"Lakers."

Kroenke said it directly.

"If some media said: If it were LeBron, he would definitely try every means to win back after losing to the Lakers. After all, that's how he defeated the Pistons and entered the finals. What would Melo think?"

"He will beat the Lakers at all costs and prove that he is no worse than LeBron."

Walken Dean took over.

After working together for many years, he knew Anthony quite well.

"As for Lin, there is no need to say more. What you said before, George, shows that he is a player who longs for a championship. To win the championship, he must cross the Lakers. The Lakers are their common goal."

Carl nodded.

Kroenke then motioned for him to go back first.

Fortunately, Karl is not also the president of operations, otherwise the Nuggets would have disbanded long ago!

If the core of the team was torn apart at the slightest contradiction, OK would have disbanded so many times back then.

Isn't the contradiction created by the sentence "Shaq did it too" ten times or a hundred times greater than this?

Didn't the two of them continue to work together and reach the finals together?

If there is a conflict, find a way to solve it. If there is a conflict again, continue to find a way to solve it. This is the correct way of thinking.

It's still OK. If they hadn't caught up with O'Neal's contract extension, they would have continued to fight.

Choosing one of the two is the final step.

At least in his opinion, it's not that far yet.

…

"The All-Star Game is over. Call Lin and Melo together and I'll have a meal with them."

After Karl left, Kroenke said to Walken Dean again.

What he wants is not just for the two to no longer have conflicts, but to reunite for the championship.

"Also, get rid of the AI."

Kroenke continued.

Originally, when Iverson was traded, I didn't expect the combination of the two to win the championship. It was just to sell tickets.

Now that Lin Ying plays a greater role in generating revenue, Iverson has become dispensable.

Walkendian looked at his boss in confusion. He didn't know Kroenke's specific intention.

"A team can have a maximum of two cores. If the AI ​​is sent away, won't it change from three to two?"

Kroenke really wanted to go over and knock Dean Walken on the head.

How did you fall in love with this guy back then?

"Boss, you are so smart!"

Walken Dean's eyes lit up instantly.

He and Karl both thought about choosing one of the two, but they didn't expect to start with the third person.

"It's best to trade for a guard who has championship experience but is selfless, so that both Melo and Lin can be convinced."

Kroenke didn't bother to beat around the bush anymore and simply finished it all in one breath.

Walken Dean could only admire him now.

Speaking of which, he became Arsenal's largest shareholder in less than two years.

Even those European big guys can't beat him, his own boss is just so capable!

Looking at Walken Dean's reaction, Kroenke remembered.

Back then, in addition to having a good eye for selecting people, this guy also liked to listen to what he had to say.

…

Time flies, and the 2009 NBA All-Star Game is here as scheduled.

This year, Howard emerged from nowhere and showed signs of succeeding O'Neal.

This year, 23VS24 began to become a drama that many fans were looking forward to.

On the first day of the All-Star Game, the Rookie Challenge is still the focus.

The second grade team ended up beating the first grade team.

Lin Ying sent out 15 assists, and Durant scored 46 points to win the rookie game MVP.

Fans suddenly discovered that last year's first-year team beat the second-year team not because the 2007 rookies were already stronger than the 2006 sophomores, but because it was just the Texas Twins who were stronger.

The next day, the All-Star Game individual event.

Lin Ying and Durant appeared in the arena again, and the HORSE competition will be the last event of today's individual competition.

Rose won the skills competition championship with his outstanding speed. O'Quan Cook, who played against Lin Ying Durant in the semi-finals of the Mad Three, won the three-point contest championship. Nate Robinson, who is 1.73 meters tall, defeated Howard. Won the dunk king for the second time in his career.

There was a lot to watch in this year's individual competitions, and the competition process was also exciting.

Finally it’s the end and the HORSE competition is about to begin.

Fans are looking forward to it with great interest.

All-Star Weekend is all about entertainment, especially for fans, who naturally like to watch whatever is interesting.

Three contestants appeared, namely Durant, Lin Ying and Rose!

Originally, this project was just an add-on project, but after knowing that both Lin Ying and Durant would participate, Stern knew that he could do something.

So he called Ross.

Rose lost to Lin Ying and Durant in the rookie game yesterday. This game has its own highlights.

Ross was the first to appear.

His first shot showed determination.

A three-point line breakthrough turned into a layup without slowing down.

Lin Ying said "good guy" directly, but of course he couldn't imitate it.

He got the first letter "H" straight away.

Then it was Lin Ying's turn, and he chose an unpretentious mid-range shot.

It seems simple and unpretentious, but it requires a lot of ability to dial the ball with the wrist.

Although Durant trained with him at the time, he did not learn the technique of hitting the boards.

This is a wave of targeting.

However, Durant easily imitated the success.

After the success, Durant even gave Lin Ying a "that's it" look.

Sure enough, he is a shooting talent at a historical level, but he is sloppy.

When Durant waited, he was more direct and hit the net with a three-pointer from the top of the arc.

Rose is a breakthrough player and has lost his three-point skills. His shooting rate so far in his rookie season is just over 20%.

The result was equally predictable. His vote was obviously crooked and he got the first letter "H".

The fans watched it with great interest, because it was a bit of a love triangle, ah, a triangular competition.

Rose is aiming to knock Lin Ying out of the game, while Durant wants to knock Rose out first.

In no time, Ross was taken down, and in a way that left him completely speechless.

Durant was stunned and threw five three-pointers from the top of the arc...

This is very Durant.

Ross: Thanks, I'm offended.

This also made the fans laugh. It seems that those who want to participate in this game next time must have three-point ability.

With Rose out, the game turned into a civil war between the Geminis.

At this time, Lin Ying already had the three letters HOR. It was not easy for a technical defender like Rose to imitate him.

Durant's words also have the letters HO.

At this time, Lin Ying made the first move, and Durant imitated.

Lin Ying stood on the free throw line.

This made Durant smile.

As expected, it is better for Lin Ying to knock Rose out, and the next step should be the "friendly" round.

Free throws or something like that are the easiest...

of?

But immediately, Durant had a question mark in his head.

Because he found that Lin Ying actually squatted down and then did a standard...

Urinal free throw basket!

And, he got in!

The scene instantly erupted into cheers and whistles from the fans.

The effect of the program is explosive!

Especially with Lin Ying's meticulous and serious expression.

This urinal invented by Rick Barry is very famous, both unique and accurate.

The Lakers even suggested that O'Neal use it in order to improve O'Neal's free throws, but O'Neal rejected it without blinking.

After including Barry, except for a handful of people, basically no one uses it.

The reason is simple, this is really not suitable for male players!

The originally masculine style of painting suddenly became a bit girly.

Durant: The boat of friendship can capsize at any time!

Lin Ying: Since you asked me to come, I will go all out and have no taboos.

Durant...of course didn't admit defeat.

Isn't it just a urinal?

In the blink of an eye, Durant had already walked to the free throw line and started imitating.

"Dang!"

Unfortunately, Durant failed to imitate successfully this time!

And there was already a burst of laughter.

Originally, when Lin Ying used the urinal, fans just thought this action was very interesting.

But for some reason, Durant's style became indescribably unique.

That temperament and action, two words: absolutely amazing.

Durant's imitation failed, and the letter also came to HRO.

Then, he chose a three-pointer from the top of the arc.

Lin Ying:......

It’s so boring, you Sao Nian!

No wonder Durant participated in this game twice in history and won it again before disappearing from the All-Star Game.

However, Lin Ying successfully imitated it.

Three points from the top, even if he faces Durant, he is still capable of fighting.

Both of them were ruthless, and after a wave of failed imitations, the letters came to HORS, and the final winning goal came.

Lin Ying shot first. He chose a slightly difficult one and shot after the rebound.

This kind of ball requires more wrist ability, which is where he currently has an advantage over Durant.

Just...didn't make it.

The basketball bounced back after knocking on the rim.

In history, Kobe once had a very famous behind-the-board shot, but in addition to ability, this thing also requires a bit of luck.

This triggers the rules of the game, and Durant can designate Lin Ying's shooting action.

If Lin Ying fails to score, the championship will belong to Durant.

Durant walked up to Lin Ying with a smile and said with a wicked smile:

"Shadow, we are brothers after all."

Then, he motioned Lin Ying to the audience to shoot a three-pointer!

This wave, this wave is the "revenge" from the urinal!

Lin Ying still had a calm expression, walked to the auditorium, and took action under the eyes of everyone around him.

This kind of shot is super long, and it is a side shot, which is very difficult.

The most confident one should be Curry who is still competing in NCAA.

For Lin Ying, this kind of ball is purely about luck.

"Uh-huh!"

There was a very clear sound of entering the network.

Lin Ying, good luck!

The fans began to cheer and boo.

Durant has dug a hole for himself!

However, what the fans never expected was that after Durant walked into the audience...

Hands up, swords down!

Throw the ball in too!

What the hell is the greatest shooting talent in history!

The game continues!

This time it was Lin Ying who voted first, but he could clearly feel the pressure coming on.

However, Lin Ying's expression was calm but there was still a hint of excitement, he was going to use his big moves!

He was not familiar with this project, but he had seen a short video before.

That was James teaching Durant to make a difficult shooting move.

Probably, this is what he did next:

Face the frame and make a big loop with your right hand, then turn around and quickly switch the ball to your left hand for a big loop shot.gif.

Durant: MMP!

Is this a shooting move in the human world?