Guard With a Knife

Since the 2008 draft, Phil Jackson can still hear the name "Snoopy" in his ears, and he can't figure out why Mickey is so interested in a rookie.

Phil Jackson was not a head coach who had patience with "rookie players" from the beginning to the end, and he had almost no achievements in cultivating rookies. He's better at making superstars more dominant.

As far as a chef is concerned, he is good at making gorgeous dishes with extravagant ingredients.

Moreover, in the "special trial" before the draft, he has frankly shown to Kupchak that Snoopy is not a pool thing, and he is now in the penalty area only because he does not have the ability to master the point guard. With his understanding of tactics, he will definitely move towards controlling the game in the future. When the time comes... there is bound to be a conflict with the triangle offense system, especially with Kobe Bryant.

But under Mitch Kupchak's constant nagging, he still watched several Snoopidoo game highlights back and forth.

Among them, he focused on the first two regular season games.

"We need such a player in the paint area. He is very tough. He can fill the gaps of the three major insiders. He is the kind of super electric eel who can be thrown into the locker room and can quickly stimulate the enthusiasm of the whole team." Kupp Check repeatedly emphasized to Phil Jackson.

Although he is the general manager, Phil Jackson actually has more rights in terms of personnel scheduling. If Kupchak wants to trade, he must seek the permission of the champion coach, because he intends to use Ariza or even Lamar Odom to trade with Pat Riley.

To be honest, Phil Jackson has seen the shadows of Dennis Rodman and Scottie Pippen in Snoopy more than once.

This is indeed a very smart and characteristic player.

And, according to Jenny Buss, he's also a marketable player. He can bring another boost to the Lakers' hot ball market.

"But... there is no place for him in the triangle tactics. And he is not enough to make us pay such a high price." Phil Jackson shook his head: "Don't be fooled by his illusion. Apart from blocking and blocking shots, he has other All technology is a castle in the air. Trust me, Trevor Ariza can prevent him from crashing."

"However, his progress is very rapid." Kupchak argues.

Phil Jackson still shook his head: "He has made some progress, but he hasn't solved the most basic stubborn problems. Soon he will hit the rookie wall. If you really get him through a trade, after this game, the price of getting him will be huge." Much smaller. However, I don't guarantee that I'll give him enough playing time after you trade him.

It's not 2005 now, and I don't have the patience to wait for the next Andrew to grow up. "

Reading between the lines, Phil Jackson is still very pessimistic about Doug.

In his opinion, Doug is too short, which is destined to prevent him from being able to defend the post-up singles of the center players. In addition, his flexibility is too poor, which makes him unable to defend outside attackers. In the end, he has no projection ability, and his breakthrough ability is just a mirror image.

Such a player, in Phil Jackson's view, is not enough to become a puzzle for the Lakers championship team.

Phil Jackson is arrogant on this issue.

Kupchak was stumped when he met Kobe Bryant on his way out. The two had talked about Snoopy before, and Kobe wanted to get Doug very much. He thought Doug was a player with real Mamba spirit. The defeat in the finals last year has made him clearly realize that the more critical the time, the more top-level the game, the more important the blessing of mental strength is.

As of now, he still believes that last year's Lakers did not lose to the veteran Boston Celtics in terms of lineup. But why did you lose?

The spiritual attribute is too weak!

The Black Mamba has seen with his own eyes how Snoopy turned the tide in the NCAA Finals.

"Phil thinks that Snoopy is not good." Kupchak told the Black Mamba: "He thinks our current team is perfect, and we can win the championship without any additional assistance."

Kobe Bryant said nothing.

He knew how stubborn Phil Jackson was, and how good he was at manipulating forces within the team. Kobe Bryant even now still believes that Zen Master was partly responsible for the collapse of the OK combination back then. He is too fond of balancing power within the team.

Now, the team is moving forward with one heart and one mind, and he doesn't want to have any quarrel with Zen Master because of this matter.

Moreover, Trevor Ariza has indeed become an important supplement to support this season. He is becoming the best 3D player for the Lakers.

So... so be it.

Kobe Bryant turned back and stopped trying to convince Phil Jackson.

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"Cory Maggette's words are actually very amateurish." Andrew Bynum said condescendingly when he was interviewed by ESPN reporters: "He may regard all centers as Peter Lins or Harrington."

"I know that Snoopy has fast feet, and I know he is good at jumping, and I know that his lower body strength is not weaker than that of an inside center. But, so what? Can he defend the jumper from the second floor? Can he defend the skyhook from the third floor?"

Andrew Bynum's tone seemed calm, he did not put the 193 cm Snoopy in his eyes.

Of course, almost all basketball media agree with his ideas.

Because...height is indeed an insurmountable gap. Since Andrew Bynum joined the Lakers in 2005, he has been carefully cultivated by the famous Lakers centers, especially Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Although he has not become the next shark. However, in this era of withering centers, he has become one of the few traditional centers in the league with a full set of post-up skills. Although occasionally he also likes to shoot a three-pointer outside, but it doesn't hurt. In this year's center ranking list, he has even been ranked third. Second only to Dwight Howard and Yao Huang.

Andrew Bynum's speech soon filled the media.

The media in Southern California is actually very friendly to Snoopidoo, even though he is now playing for another city. But people will always remember that he won another ncaa championship trophy for Los Angeles in this early summer.

When Kevin Ding of the "Orange County Register" saw Snoopy again, the title of "Associate Editor" was already printed on the business card he handed out.

He was promoted in a series of follow-up reports on Snoopidoo.

In fact, all basketball media in the United States now try to report news about Snoopy, and they will quote or reprint the Orange County Register. Because Snoopy is still in close contact with Kevin Ding, he will always give first-hand information to Kevin Ding, and then the old section of CCTV.

"Nice to see you again, Kevin." Snoopy hugged the old man vigorously: "Although I don't know the purpose of your beard, it looks good. Very artistic."

"I heard that your company is showing its talents in the ncaa. Lin Weiwei has already won the letter of intent for many potential lottery picks?" Kevin Ding asked about the 2009 draft as soon as he came up. He is now the "Saturday Special Edition" The general person in charge, this page is all about the dynamics of high school players and college players.

"Sorry, I really can't help in this regard. First of all, the NCAA does not allow players to contact their agents in advance. Second, I did not get involved in the work of Lin Weiwei and Edward. However, I have heard from them that they hope to be in a heavyweight recently. A boxer, and a shooter from Davidson College." Doug said to Kevin Ding: "But these two news cannot be disclosed to the media."

Kevin Ding nodded. As a friend of Snoopy, he knew how bad the impact would be if he rushed to report this matter at this time.

"Let's talk about life in Miami. How are you doing in Miami? Are you used to the weather? Also, how are you getting along with your teammates? Do you feel the brutal competition of professional teams? Yes, who do you have the best relationship with?"

Kevin Ding threw out the question of the interview all at once.

Duge answered one by one, except for the fight incident that should not be mentioned, he basically said everything else. Including Pat Riley giving him an exclusive tactic, including ampering him to the forward group and the guard group for training.

Duge is very smart. He can keep the public's curiosity about him within the most appropriate range and satisfy their curiosity.

It is believed that after the publication of this report, the sales of the "Orange County Register" will rise again.

In the end, Kevin Ding asked Doug another question: "The last time you played at the Staples Arena was in the ncaa semifinals. At that time, you gave Derrick Rose a fatal block and then took away the victory. Ming How late? Will you block Kobe Bryant tomorrow night?"

"If there is a chance, I will never be soft-hearted. But I think now the Lakers coaching staff should be seriously discussing how to use me on both ends of the offense and defense? I guess, they should choose to let Bynum on the offensive end. Blow me up, and at the same time, use Trevor to lock me up on the defensive end."

Snoopy smiled.

He appeared very calm.

Although, he didn't have any confidence in his heart.

But...the rookie wall is always coming. Then just come more directly, crashing to death on the defending runner-up is always more heroic!

After finishing the interview with Kevin Ding, Doug was just about to visit coach Ben Howland and his former teammates when the cell phone rang.

After connecting, Taylor Swift's voice came over.

She was very excited and told Dooger: "Hey, Snoopy. I finally got the VIP tickets for the front row of the Lakers. I even called Paris Hilton for it. You know I don't like talking to those people. Socialites. But there is no way, only she has the energy to get the sold VIP tickets."

"So, wait for my arrival tomorrow night! I will definitely bring you luck, and you will take the steps to become a superstar in this game!!"

Taylor Swift's tone was full of optimism.

Doug smiled and thanked her for coming, although he thought Taylor was a bit idealistic.

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