All I Really Want Is To Play Basketball Chapter 63: The scout’s confusing behavior…
skip college and go directly to the NBA?
Besides, Kobe and Su Feng are together?
"Interesting, interesting."
From the stands, looking at the center of the Capital Stadium, Kobe holding the championship trophy high, and Su Feng next to Kobe, the Miami Heat scout Jackson touched his chin and smiled.
"I... I said guys, although I... I know this is... big news.
But...but we are not...different from those reporters, I...we can...do not need to grab news.
Listen...Listen to me, if...or everyone can tell...self...to Kobe and SHU... What is Shufen's opinion? "
sitting in the back row of Jackson, some stuttering scout Foyman suddenly suggested.
"Sure, who will come first?"
"Let Irwin come first, after all, this is his home court."
"Erwin, do you remember Sean Bradley from the University of Birmingham? Haha!"
"Why are you guys so bad? What's wrong with Sean Bradley?
isn't it...Puff, I can't make up anymore, come. "
In the stands, it is the Philadelphia 76ers’ "former" chief scout, the assistant scout of the current chief scout... who is being laughed at by peers at this time--
Irvin Martinez.
A bunch of nasty bastards!
What is it? It’s been three years, and I still mention that!
are you going to mention it in another three years?
At this moment, Irvine's mentality is broken.
Because in the summer of 1993, it was under his strong recommendation that the Philadelphia 76ers, who held the second pick, chose a height of 229 cm...
The bamboo pole nicknamed "the essence of human beings being buckled"——
Sean Bradley.
Okay, the 76ers perfectly avoided all the right options in the 1993 draft.
Because of Bradley's height of 229 cm, and his humble, low-key, and gentle personality, the 76ers decided to take a gamble on him.
Unfortunately, no matter how hard Bradley works, his body can’t be fat even if he eats...
In addition to making countless beautiful girls salivate, on the basketball court, I really can only write him a tragic capital.
Perhaps no one is more popular than Bradley in the NBA of this age.
Because as long as you search for his name on YouTube, what you find is nothing more than "Bradley's top ten classic buckles", "You haven’t buckled Bradley, and you’re ashamed to say it’s you Deduction?" Wait for the video.
"Bradley", with his thin body, has raised the quality of dunks in the NBA by a whole notch.
Irwin’s judgment has problems. The main problem is that he is too superstitious about Bradley's height of 229 cm.
In the future, ESPN has counted such an interesting set of statistics.
When Dayao retired, in the NBA, there were 15 players over 221 cm in height.
Of these 15 people, 5 have played no more than 2 seasons.
Among these 15 people, there are only two of them who have averaged 20 points per game in the season, Ralph Thompson and Yao Ming.
In addition, among these 15 people, there are only three of them who have averaged 10+ rebounds per game. They are Sabonis, Thompson, Yao Ming.
is it a pleasant surprise?
was it unexpected?
This may be the best refutation for those who think that Yao is only playing by height.
NBA has never lacked giants.
But among players above 221 cm, Yao's shoulder width, hip circumference, agility, coordination, and speed are rare in a century.
Not every little giant is called Yao Ming.
Because the American version of the little giant Bradley told the world with practical actions, the NBA cannot be played because you are tall, humble, gentle and polite.
This is an alliance of supermen.
is an alliance of the weak and the strong.
Therefore, after Bradley has repeatedly brought despair to Philadelphia fans, Irvine lost his position as chief scout.
If it weren’t for the 76ers’ boss thinking about Irvine’s years of hard work, maybe he might not even be able to keep the job of assistant scout to the chief scout.
And since then, Irvine has changed.
He has become more minded.
He started to like to borrow the evaluation of the media or peers because he felt that he had lost his judgment as a scout.
In order to get a meal, he chose...
mix.
After all, a job with a stable income is really important for Irvine, who now has a family and children.
But, I don’t know why...
Since receiving John Lucas’s order to write him three reports about Kobe and Su Feng every week, Irvine feels...
own **** judgment...
is back again.
At this moment, watching his colleagues mocking him, Irvine thought to himself: Just laugh.
I—no—in—care!
"Let me talk about my views on Kobe first.
He has comprehensive skills and excellent physical talent.
In his first year and second year of high school, he played five positions on the court.
In addition, in his senior year of high school, his organizational skills improved significantly.
Therefore, I think that if Kobe skips college and enters the NBA, he should not be lower than the top 12 in the first round.
Let me talk about my views on Su again.
Su has an enviable pair of big hands and long arms.
His outstanding static talent allows him to defend from position one to position five in the high school league.
In addition, he has superb shooting skills. He made 10 three-pointers in a single game not long ago.
At the same time, he is also the Penn State scoring leader this season. It can be seen that he has practiced a lot of offensive skills in the summer.
Therefore, I think if Sue skips college and enters the NBA...
I am willing to bet on his future with the top 24 pick in the first round. "Elvin looked at his colleagues and said.
"A first twelve in the first round, a twenty-four in the first round, Irvine, do you know what you are talking about?
This is not 1993, this is 1996!
Do you know how many outstanding young talents are going to run for this year? "
Scout Adams shook his head, and then expressed his opinion:
"I admit that Sue and Kobe have many advantages.
But take Sue as an example, although he is the Penn State scoring leader this season...
But I have observed his offensive methods, mainly based on catching jumpers, dry draws and turn over jumpers.
In the high school league, Su relied on his physical talents, and of course he could crush his peers, but what about the NBA?
He lacks offensive methods and lacks the offensive ability to hold the ball as an outside player.
So I think Su is worth the middle of the last round at most. "
"I agree with Adams."
"I second."
"But..." Elwen wanted to argue something, but Jackson caught him from the side.
"Adams makes sense." Jackson smiled.
"But, I have a very interesting information, I want to share it with you here." Jackson suddenly sold off.
aside, Foyman was anxious, "You...you...have...talk quickly...say!"
"Do you know that in late November, the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers, John Lucas, visited Raul Merion." Jackson said.
Cut!
I thought it was big news!
John Lucas lives in Philadelphia. Isn’t it normal to see Kobe and Su Feng play?
"Don't worry, listen to me, do you know that Jerry Stackhouse is also traveling with John Lucas this time." Jackson added.
"That genius from North Carolina? Michael's junior?"
"I went to the scene to watch him play, a very talented young man."
"But what does this have to do with Sue and Kobe?"
Jackson spread his hands, "The relationship is big, because in Raul Merion, Jerry invited Sue and Kobe to fight separately with him.
What do you guys guess? "
"..."
Looking at Jackson's belittling face, almost all the scouts secretly cursed the United States.
"Sue and Kobe, both won Jerry!" Jackson laughed.
"This is impossible! How could Jerry..."
"Where did you get the news?"
"Is the information accurate? Is there a video?"
"Nothing is impossible, of course the intelligence is accurate.
As for video, I don’t have one. "Jackson looked at everyone and said.
ha?
There is no video, then how dare you say...
"Don’t believe it? If you don’t believe it, you can ask Irwin.
And you can check out the Chinese media reports. "Jackson patted Irvine on the shoulder while laughing.
"Chinese media? Do they want to build momentum for Soviet Union in this way?" A scout curiously guessed.
"Is that necessary? You can go down and ask Raul Merion's players in private. They were all on the scene that day." Jackson added.
"But this is also..."
"Ervin, is this true?"
"Sue and Kobe, really beat Jerry?"
In the stands, Irvine was a little dazed to see everyone looking at him again.
No, don’t be surprised, Irwin’s point is not that everyone looks at him, but...
How did it spread?
On the other side, the Los Angeles Lakers scout Martin was also stunned. Damn, where did Jackson get the news?
Did we have a ghost in it?
You know, the reason why Martin knew that Su Feng and Kobe had beaten Stackhouse in the heads-up is because of his nephew Swartz...
went to school in Raul Meilien, and Su Feng and Kobe are teammates.
Irvin knew that this news seemed normal to Martin, after all, he was a 76ers scout.
But how did Jackson know?
Chinese media?
Wang Defa?
Martin exploded subconsciously.
because he is worried...
This news will disrupt Jerry West’s plan for the upcoming draft.
In the stands, Irvine’s default is almost equal to confession.
"This is incredible, they are just high school students."
"Although it's just an ordinary heads-up, and Jerry may just play with them..."
"Interesting, so funny, but unfortunately there is no video, it's really a shame."
"But guys, I don't think we can judge by this kind of news alone.
And then there will be the McDonald’s High School All-Star Game.
So I think we still have time to correct our judgment. "After the scout Adams heard this news, he also felt that he had to observe Su Feng again.
It's best to invite Su Feng to Phoenix for a trial in the future.
"I...I..."
Foyman, who was sitting in the back of Jackson, seemed to be ready to say something, but he was stuttering, and he felt like something got stuck in his throat at the moment.
At this time, Philip, who was sitting next to Foyman, smiled, "I'll tell you, old man."
Looking at Philip, Foyman nodded.
"I think, anyway, folks, Kobe and Sue are worthy of our investigation.
After all, after they announced they had skipped college, you also know that we don’t have more time to observe them.
I think whether it's Irvin or Adams, they all make a lot of sense.
Kobe has all-round offensive skills. In my opinion, he is more mature than many NBA players.
He has a broad vision and is an excellent terminator.
In high school basketball, even if he was double-teamed by three people, he could pass the ball calmly.
In addition, Kobe has a fanatical desire to win, he is a player who can dominate the game.
But as you all know, Kobe may also become Harold Miner, so...
I think Kobe can consider using a pick in the middle of the first round to bet. Of course, the lottery is fine, because he is worth the price.
As for Sue, Adams just mentioned that Sue lacks offensive means.
It is true that Sue’s physical talent has given him a huge dislocation advantage in high school leagues.
But please think about it in reverse. Doesn't this mean that Su knows how to read the game?
He knows how to use his own advantages, and I have watched him a lot of games this season...
In addition to the offensive methods mentioned by Adams, Sue clearly added a lot of low-post offenses when attacking.
Even his fake moves and some rhythm changes make me feel that he is already a professional player.
Okay, Adams, don't look at me like that.
I know that Su’s current offensive methods are still very rough, and can even be described as clumsy.
But, doesn't this just prove that he has a certain talent on the offensive end?
I don’t know what you guys think, but I am optimistic about Su. The reason I am optimistic is not because of his offensive performance.
is his performance on the defensive end.
Guys, what is the most valuable talent in the league right now?
Is bounce? Is it speed? Is it projection? Or height?
I don’t think so, because in my opinion, even if Su is only a spot-up shooter in the NBA, I think he is worth a bet.
Because he is an excellent defender, and defense, precisely this era, is as precious as a diamond.
Su will never admit defeat on the court. Maybe his upper limit is not as high as Kobe's, but his lower limit will never be too low.
I think he is worthy of a first-round pick, if I choose it. Philip concluded.
"Indeed, Philip makes sense."
"I agree!"
"I agree!"
"Of course, whether it is Kobe or Sue, they are two pieces of gold of unknown purity.
But, guys, isn’t this the most interesting place?
If they are both Tim, what are we still arguing about today? Philip added.
"It makes sense, hey, although this year’s draft is called the golden generation...
But I always feel that next year’s draft competition will be fierce! "
"Just kidding, I'm not bragging, Tim has no shortcomings other than being young."
"The template I gave Tim anyway is Hakim (Olajuwon)."
"I think Tim may be the most skilled rookie in the NBA in this decade."
"Yes..."
In the stands, watching Duncan’s colleagues chatted again, Irvine sneaked up to Jackson's side.
Just like players have their own circle of players and coaches have their own circle of coaches, scouts also have their own circle of scouts.
In this period, because information is not collected as well as in the future, most NBA scouts will share some intelligence and information with their peers.
Even some scouts will borrow media reports.
But in Irwin’s view, intelligence like Su Feng and Kobe who defeated Stackhouse in a heads-up match is classified...
For the 90s without social networks, whoever mastered these secrets of rookies first had the absolute upper hand in the draft.
So Irwin really can’t understand why Jackson would...
"I know what you are thinking, Irvine.
But the fact that Sue and Kobe defeated Jerry, even if I don’t say it, will sooner or later be known before the draft. "
Jackson patted Irvine on the shoulder and whispered.
"Is it because of the Chinese media?" Irvine said helplessly.
"I know you are very optimistic about Sue and Kobe, after all, you are in Philadelphia." Jackson laughed.
"But man, don't you think..." Before Irvine could finish speaking, Jackson reached out and interrupted him.
"You are too honest, buddy."
Jackson spread his hands, "Back in 1993, I thought you were an honest person.
But I didn’t expect that after 3 years, you still don’t have a long memory. "
Irwin: "..."
"Do you really think that Adams was deliberately picking up Su's fault?
I already have reliable information, and Phoenix is very interested in Sue.
Believe me, they will definitely be one of the first teams to invite Su to a training session.
Irwin, sharing information is right.
But as scouts, what we shoulder is more than just providing intelligence to the team.
If it was during the war and every NBA team was regarded as a country, then we would be agents, do you understand? "Jackson laughed.
"This...Phoenix is very interested in Sue?" The honest Elvin was stunned.
"You really wouldn't be the chief scout by going through the back door?" Jackson asked curiously.
"Uh..."
"Did you know that Foyman and Philip both actually work for Jerry West." Jackson leaned into Irwin's ear and said.
"Huh? But... isn't Martin the Scout for the Lakers?" Irvin was shocked.
"Martin is just a chess piece...
Los Angeles is very interested in Kobe, so Philip has just turned everyone's focus on Su.
Look, when he evaluates Kobe, he just uses our consensus.
But when evaluating Su, he was so thorough and analytical.
Because Philip doesn’t want us to pay too much attention to Kobe, you know? "Jackson laughed.
Irwin feels like he understands everything now.
FK!
These people who play intelligence, their hearts are too dirty!
"So, I'm just helping them." Jackson added.
"Why?" Irwin wondered.
"Because, I am also very interested in Su.
I wish this pool of water gets better!
And you know, the alliance has begun to fully intervene in the Chinese market. "Jackson laughed.
"I know, but the Chinese market, I am actually not very optimistic." Irvine said.
"I am not optimistic, but I am optimistic about David (Stern)'s choice." Jackson said.
"But, if you are interested in Sue..." Irwin felt like he had entered a dead end.
"That’s why I shared that information, because by then, people will not only pay attention to Su.
And, who told you what I just told you is the truth?
Maybe, I would suggest that the team choose Kobe? "Jackson laughed.
Irwin: "..."
Feeling a little weak, Irvine looked up at the dome of the Harrisburg Capital Stadium.
Then when everyone's eyes were attracted by Raul Meilien who was celebrating in the middle of the court...
Irvine who can’t hold on...
suddenly a strange arc was drawn at the corner of his mouth.
Three years, do you really think that I was white for these three years?
Maybe I was an honest person three years ago.
But three years is enough to change too much, too much.
Since you labeled me an honest person, I'm not welcome.
In fact, Irvine is no stranger to the intrigue between scouts.
Because in the 90s, all scouts would do this.
is the same sentence.
In this age without social networks, whoever has the most core information will have the last laugh.
Take the classic of the future Raptors and Warriors for another, it is precisely because the Raptors know that the Warriors want Jamison, so he cut Jamison.
and also traded Jamison for the Carter plus cash they wanted.
There will be a lot of intrigue in the draft in the future, and this year is still called the golden generation by the media. It is not good to say that...
The investment of each team in the draft this year is far greater than in previous years.
So today when Foyman asked everyone to analyze the quotations of Kobe and Su Feng, Irvine explained everything he knew like an honest man.
Of course, Irvine explained that it was his share of being an honest person.
The real, core information about Su Feng and Kobe will appear on the desk of 76ers coach John Lucas in a few days.
This is a piece of information that Irvine spent a full year investigating.
"Kobe has the potential to become the next Michael Jordan. He will never admit defeat and is full of ambitions.
I don't think he will become Harold Miner, because Kobe has good basic skills.
Therefore, if possible, I suggest that the team can use a XXXX pick to select Kobe.
In addition, my investigation found that Su had only two years of formal basketball training.
His previous foundation was very poor, but in just two years, his progress can only be described by superb speed.
And I hope the team can pay more attention to the news from China, because once the NBA decides to intervene in the Chinese market, I believe in David (Stern)'s determination.
Therefore, if possible, I suggest that the team can use a XXXX pick to select Sue. "
This information from Irwin can only be described in detail.
Even while making this information, Irvine also asked Su Feng's teammates, coaches, and classmates a lot of news.
All in all...
Two self-disciplined and terrifying young people, two young people who are full of desire to win and love basketball, in Irvin’s view, Kobe and Su Feng, two pieces of gold of unknown purity, are worth a bet.
So, even if this pool of water is mixed again, Irvine is not afraid, because as long as the 76 management and coaching staff are willing to believe in themselves, no one will bid higher than theirs.
In fact, Phoenix's interest in Su Feng, Irwin has long known.
Even Irwin knew what Jackson didn't.
For example, Seattle is also very interested in Su Feng.
"I think Su's actual pick should swing between the first round and the second round. I have to say that he is really a fascinating little guy..."
Looking at Su Feng in the middle of the court who has already put on a hat that symbolizes the high school league championship, Irvine smiled.
……
ahem, when the scouts in the stands were intrigue...
In the center of the Capital Stadium, Su Feng received the first FMVP trophy of his basketball career.
In the final, Su Feng scored a game-high 40 points.
Although his teammate Kobe also hit the luxury stats of "20+10+10", but perhaps in order to let the CP leave no regrets in the high school career, the tournament organizing committee finally decided to award the FMVP to Su Feng .
In this way, Su Feng has also become the first Chinese player in the history of American high school basketball to win this honor~IndoMTL.com~ In addition, in the 95/96 season, Su Feng averaged 33.5 points and 6.5 points per game. With five rebounds, 1.5 assists, 2.0 steals, and 2.5 blocks, he was elected the Penn State High School Basketball League scoring leader.
and Su Feng was also selected for the first team of the best team with Kobe.
It is worth mentioning that this year's season MVP is still Kobe, after all, the sewer statistics are so good-looking...
In the 95/96 season, Kobe averaged 27.4 points, 12.8 rebounds, 10.2 assists, 3.4 steals, and 3.6 blocks per game. He achieved a triple-double of the season and officially became the king of the sewers.
And he also surpassed Wilt Chamberlain with 2,780 points in his high school career, becoming the highest scoring leader in Pennsylvania high school basketball history.
cough...
In other words, as a defensive genius, Su Feng also defended the Penn State Defensive Player award...
Su Feng: ORZ.
At the center of the Capital Stadium, enjoying the cheers from the people of Pennsylvania, Su Feng, who was wearing a hat that symbolized the state championship, and Kobe looked at each other.
Well, anyway, my senior year career is over.
Now, it’s time to move towards the NBA!
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PS: This chapter was because I felt that there was a problem when I checked the archived manuscript in the afternoon, so at 4 pm, I deleted the original 4000 words and rewritten it. It took a while. Well, this chapter has 7000 words. After all, high school students skip college. Achie needs further explanation and shop settings. It is not easy to separate, so we can post them together so that we can announce that we are officially entering the draft plot.
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