Then, the Nets Championship!!!
According to the NBA's official website, the Grizzlies, the Boston Cavaliers, and the New York Nets had reached a three-way deal.
Among them, the Griffin Grizzlies sent Chen Ran, the second-place pick, a protected first-round draft pick in 2020, and some dollars. They also received the fifth draft pick, Jia Morant, from the Oakland Cavaliers, as well as the 32nd and 45th draft picks in 2020.
The New York Nets sent out their 2021 first-round draft pick, along with the No. 38 pick, and some dollars to get Chen Ran, the second-place pick of the year, from the Griffin Grizzlies.
This move stunned the NBA.
"Actually, the person that the Grizzlies want to take down isn't Chen Ran, but Jia Morant from Mouray State University?”
"Jia Morant became famous at a young age. As an excellent point guard, his assist statistics led the United States in his sophomore year! Jia Morant deserved to be the runner-up!”
"But, with the number two pick in their hands, why didn't the Griffin Grizzlies directly pick Jia Morant instead of Chen Ran from China?”
“……”
Once this deal was announced, the internet was flooded with people.
It caused a heated discussion among NBA fans across the United States.
Chen Ran paid attention to the movements of the online fan forum.
" According to the latest insider news, the Nets, Grizzlies, and Cavaliers had reached a verbal agreement long before the draft. The Nets specifically requested Chen Ran, who had explosive physical fitness, while the Grizzlies had originally hoped to take down Jia Morant. Since the Hawks were only interested in Deandre Hunt, the addition of Oakland made the three-way deal a smooth one.”
After reading the latest news, Chen Ran thought about the rookie joint trial in Chicago a few days ago. The first person who invited him to participate in the team's individual trial was the head coach of the Nets, Kenny Atkinson. Chen Ran was immediately relieved.
It turned out that the Nets were determined to win him!
However, the Nets had been unexpected this summer. First, they reached an agreement with Kevin Durant, and then they signed Kyrie Irving. It could be said that they had dropped a bombshell in the free trade market.
Since the Nets already had these two superstars, why would they value a rookie with an unknown future like him?
Chen Ran couldn't figure it out for a moment.
However, the only thing that made Chen Ran happy was that because the Nets 'new home stadium was in New York, Chen Ran did not have to move.
“Mr.Chen! I'm glad you're a part of the New York Nets. Please report to the Barclay Center within a week of receiving the message! Thank you for your cooperation! Nets general manager Shawn Old Ma!"
Soon, Chen Ran received a text message from the Nets inviting him to report.
According to the NBA rules, after the draft, the selected rookies had to report to their respective teams and participate in the team's internal training before starting the summer league.
"Chen, your physical fitness is unparalleled. In the entire NBA, you are one of a kind. Our team has a very professional management team. We hope to make you a new star in the new season and tie you with Kyrie Owen.”
"Next season, when Kevin Durant recovers from his injury and returns, with the Big Three, we, the Brotherhood, will shock the entire league!”
In the Nets 'general manager's office.
Shawn Old Ma said to Chen Ran.
"I am very grateful to the team for thinking highly of me. I will not let the team down in future games.”Chen Ran replied," I once said that within two years, I would bring a championship trophy to the team that chose me. Now, this sentence is still valid!"
Shawn's eyes lit up when he heard Chen Ran's promise.
Since the Nets joined the NBA in 1976, their best result was to reach the finals in 2003, but unfortunately, they lost.
Since then, the Nets 'record had been mediocre.
If Chen Ran grew quickly, with the addition of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant's luxury lineup, it was not impossible for the Nets to win the first championship in team history.
"Chen, I believe you!"
Shawn Old Ma took the initiative to extend his palm and smiled at Chen Ran.""Then, the Nets championship!"
"Nets championship!"
Chen Ran placed his hand on the back of Shawn Old Horse's hand.
……
Memphis, Federal Express Stadium.
As soon as Jia Morant appeared, he was immediately surrounded by reporters from various media outlets.
"Morant, do you have anything to say about the fact that Chen Ran from China snatched away the second spot that should have belonged to you?”
"Please evaluate the Chinese player, Chen Ran!”
“……”
The reporters scrambled to ask questions.
"I have nothing to comment on this rookie from China.”Jia Morant faced the camera and said expressionlessly,""In the upcoming summer league, I will let this guy from China understand who is the rookie who is worthy of the second pick!”
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