Chapter 279 The Rose Project
"Nuggets Nets Finally Conclude a Deal, Melons Join in New Jersey for Delong"
It was first reported on July 1 that the Denver Evening News, and the Nets and Nuggets were in contact with each other and sought to trade Cameron Anthony.
On July 15, two weeks later, the Denver Post, a media member of the Nuggets, confirmed that the Nuggets had completed an Anthony deal with the Nets. It is reported that the Nuggets received the Nets' second round of 2012 and the first round of 2013 and 2014 draft picks, and there was $3 million in cash.
In the early morning of July 16, the Nets and the Nuggets' official websites immediately logged in the news of the deal, and Melon officially went to New Jersey.
After the rumors that "melon" Cameron Anthony wanted to leave the team for half a year, the Nuggets finally sold him. More importantly, in this transaction, the Nuggets almost got the best benefits they could get.
When the entire league knows that Anthony is unwilling to stay in the team, the Nuggets can still make such a deal, which makes it more difficult for their management.
The players obtained by the Nuggets can be said to be very good whether they resell or use them for their own use. Before the transaction was completed, there was a news that Nuggets coach George Carl was more willing to accept Magic's offer because such a offer could keep the team competitive.
Carl doesn't have to worry about the team's future construction. As the head coach, his purpose is to make the team win more.
From the perspective of the Nuggets management, Anthony's departure is destined to rebuild the team, which satisfies the old coach Carl's pursuit of victory. They still choose the opportunity to completely defeat them, and such a compromise is also a very good way.
Once the Nuggets are determined to rebuild, the players they get from the Knicks this time will easily be exchanged for a high draft pick.
There was such a revelation before the transaction was officially completed, claiming that the Charlotte Bobcats were already discussing subsequent deals with the Nuggets, and they were willing to offer four first-round draft picks for this.
Perhaps the Nets' offer for Anthony is not as good as the Bobcats, but with Anthony insisting on joining the Nets, the Nuggets' choice seems very appropriate.
If the Nuggets choose the Bobcats plan, they will choose to make the difference directly. The Nets' plan gives the Nuggets greater flexibility, and no matter what choice they make, the Nuggets have more room for space.
Admittedly, the Nuggets lost Anthony, the superstar, and they would definitely not make a big profit, but with Anthony's intention to leave, the Nuggets completed a transaction much better than expected.
Dating back to last summer, Chris Bosh and LeBron James' departure almost brought back any valuable returns to the old club, and the Nuggets' operations can be said to be comparable to those of the gods. Anthony's departure may bring the Nuggets into the reconstruction period, but so many young talents will make the Nuggets' rise again not too far.
On the Nets, Deron's lightning deal in the middle of last season was extremely surprising. After Sloan left, the Jazz was in a mess, and it was conceivable that Deron went away. In this deal, the Jazz sent Deron Williams, and from the Nets, Devin Harris and Derek Ferworth. The Nets' first-round draft pick in 2011 and the Warriors' first-round draft pick in 2012.
Deron was once a frankly traded to the Nets, which was his choice, but it was also part of basketball. However, although the Nets had a bad record, they were about to move to Brooklyn. Near New York, there was also the wealthy Russian boss and the small boss Jayz. Life here was obviously not comparable to the cold Salt Lake City.
But on the court, in the sluggish Nets, Deron still cannot have the effect of resurrection, and at most it will only make the New Jerseys lose face.
For Deron in the future, he seemed to be at a crossroads. At this time, Anthony's joining obviously brought Deron the breath of spring.
Deron + Anthony + Lopez, this is a very combative combination. Just look for the right role players, and the New Jersey Nets can rise in the East.
When people were immersed in the shock of Anthony joining the Nets, the New Jersey Nets made another big move, and they signed a five-year, 70 million contract with former Knicks player Chris Lee.
Chris Lee went to the Grizzlies in the Knicks deal. Last summer, due to the lack of a suitable contract and the Grizzlies renewed their contract for a year, now, Anthony has just been crowned the Nets, and Chris Lee has also shot into the Nets' arms.
Under the tactics of Grizzlies coach Hollins, Chris Lee performed very well.
Last season, he averaged 16.2 points and 9.7 rebounds per game, which was obtained when the Grizzlies had Gasol Jr. and Randolph. In recent seasons, Lee's mid-range shooting ability has become more and more trustworthy.
However, many teams are unwilling to give Chris Lee a high salary and a long appointment. The Warriors, who are very interested in him, got Amarestoudmire last year and are only willing to start a three-year short appointment.
The agent said Chris Lee was very grateful to the Grizzlies for giving themselves the opportunity in the past two years:
"Chris enjoyed his time in Memphis. It was them who gave him the opportunity to show his strength."
Lopez, Chris Lee, Anthony, Deron, and the New Jersey Nets were still alive, and the world was shocked.
The Nets' big moves naturally caused other benefits. In the past few days, after Anthony's soap opera, the media found the protagonist again, that is Derek Rose of the Bulls.
The Bulls Uniform Team in the Summer has always wanted to keep Rose, but there is no action at the moment. Rose has repeatedly stated that he will leave.
All kinds of news came out, and at this time, Li Feng, who was on vacation, also arrived in Chicago.
Because the free agent market door is opened, many teams will be able to start contacting and negotiating with free agents, and Ross will undoubtedly be one of the goals of many managers who need to strengthen the team.
It is expected that several teams including the Trail Blazers, Magic and Lakers will chase Rose in the summer.
Even if there is a bet, Li Feng cannot guarantee that Ross will come to New York. Besides, if the Bulls are not satisfied, this deal will be difficult to reach.
Li Feng called Ross and said a few simple words. There is no need to think too much.
Ross answered the phone and said with a smile:
"Feng, it's rare that you call me. Is there anything wrong?"
Li Feng smiled and said:
"Of course there is a good thing. I want to help you win a championship next season. Are you interested?"
Rose smiled and said:
"I like your directness, but there are many teams who want to ask me to join, and I need to think about it."
"Do you still have to consider this? You and I will join forces. The Heat are three guys and they can only get out of here. You won't fail to abide by our agreement, didn't you agree?"
Li Feng said everything he could think of in one breath.
Ross paused for a moment and said with a smile:
"Don't say so absolute, I can choose to join the Lakers!?"
"You are going to go back on your word?"
Ross snorted and asked:
"What contract can the Knicks give me?"
Li Feng knew he was moved as soon as he heard this.
"We will give as much as other teams can. Of course, if you think the Knicks lineup is not good enough and put pressure on the Bulls, we can trade you with the second round draft."
Ross was silent for a moment and smiled:
"Impossible, the Bulls don't have enough interests and will not trade me. I just mean that I want to go to New York, so this is not considered regret!"
Li Feng laughed out loud.
"I just knew, wait for the championship ring."
Li Feng hung up the phone and called Taberdog.
Tiberdeau was also surprised. Ross was willing to come to New York, so he asked to explain the situation.
Li Feng smiled and said:
"There is no doubt about Derek's performance in the playoffs. Carrey is still not a star. Matthews is gone, and there is no guarantee that Marcus and James will not leave. In this way, we don't have to do this summer, either.
Taberdog also agreed with Li Feng's words on the phone.
With Ross, Tiberdore believes that the Knicks no longer need to continue to strengthen their lineup, they just need to get in. Frequent transaction substitutions are not a good thing for the team's tactical cooperation.
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Li Feng and Rose reached an agreement, but others didn't know.
Derek Ross even performed past LeBron James last season. If it weren't for Li Feng, he would be MVP. He led the Bulls to fight the Knicks for seven games in the playoffs, and the Heat, which has the Big Three, was swept. Ross' strength and fame are also top in the league.
"Paul failed to renew his contract with the Hornets, and Rose will become the new leader of the Hornets"
The Hornets are still the object of the most rumored Ross. The main reason is that the rumors of Paul's transaction have become more and more fierce recently. In the eyes of the outside world, it is a foregone conclusion that Paul left the Hornets.
Then the Hornets will naturally need to find a new leader for the team.
Let me ask, a player like Ross who has proved himself in the NBA and is also very young will definitely be moved.
At the same time, in the media's opinion, once Paul leaves the team, the Hornets will definitely pursue Ross desperately. However, at a sensitive moment when Paul is uncertain to stay or leave, no one on the Hornets showed their attitude towards Ross at this time.
General Manager Demps just said lukewarmly:
"Rose is indeed a talented young man, and I admire him very much. But he is still a player of the Bulls, and it is very immoral to have him privately tied to the Hornets. In addition, Chris is negotiating a new contract with the team, and rumors about his deal are untrue at this time."
Of course, not all media believe that Rose will join the Hornets.
The Knicks were also exposed. As one of the Bulls' mortal enemies, although the Knicks' record since the establishment of the NBA has not been as brilliant as the Lakers, the Knicks also have a profound wealthy background.
In the eyes of the Knicks media, the team has recently emerged with a large number of stars such as Li Feng, Harden and Cousins. Once Rose joins, the Knicks will be more powerful. Rose, Harden and Li Feng will be the most terrifying new generation of outside combinations in the NBA, and the team will definitely be able to compete with the current Nets next season.
The Knicks media's reports on these aspects also received a unanimous response from Knicks fans. Obviously, Ross left an indelible impression on Knicks fans in the playoffs last year.
On the Knicks' side, Li Feng also stood up to build momentum.
Li Feng did not hide his appreciation for Rose:
"He is definitely the most difficult opponent I have ever encountered in the NBA arena. He has body, speed, and excellent skills. It would be a very happy thing to have such a teammate."
Li Feng is still a small forward in the Knicks, so he has played against every NBA top outside player. Therefore, his evaluation of Ross is obviously quite high.
James Harden also welcomed Ross:
"In addition to being able to score goals, he can also give out accurate assists. His assists are so comfortable, which is definitely something that any player dreams of."
The Bulls cannot protest against the Knicks players' statements, after all, that does not represent the team's intention.
However, for Ross, he really felt the sincerity of the New Yorkers.
In addition to the Knicks and the Hornets, Magic is also a good choice.
In the eyes of the media, Ross + Howard + Richardson is also a good combination of giants. In these reports, they even quoted Stan Van Gundy's appreciation for Ross in public.
For Bulls fans, such reports are obviously unacceptable.
They still firmly believe that the team and Ross will renew their contract and that Ross will not leave the Bulls.
Take a step back and say that even if Ross traded, they would never want to see Ross go to the damn New York or Orlando.
Before the Bulls could make a trade to Ross, the media began to create an atmosphere where other teams snatch Ross, so that the Knicks would have a greater chance of taking advantage of the troubled waters.
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Chapter completed!