NCCnovel Chapter 504
Chapter 504
Since this season, Larry Brown has been troubled by the weakness of the interior.
Varejao and Chandler are okay on defense, but their offensive performance is lackluster.
If O'Neal comes, these problems will be solved.
More importantly, the Knicks will form an inside and outside combination next season that is even stronger than the OK combination and will make the entire league tremble with fear!
Larry Brown seemed to see the day when his hands would be full of championship rings.
"Don't forget, all this is thanks to my brother!"
James Dolan said with a smug look on his face.
"Of course!"
Isiah Thomas nodded hurriedly.
If it weren't for Lin Hao, would O'Neal be interested in the Knicks, a bad team?
Don't even think about it!
"However, in addition to O'Neal, we also have to consider the trade of other players next season."
"We need to build a more competitive roster around Lin and Shaq."
At this time, Larry Brown put away his smile.
"That's right! By the end of this season, we've freed up over $65 million in salary cap space."
"Even if we don't pay the luxury tax, we can still sign at least one more All-Star!"
Isiah Thomas said excitedly.
Upon hearing this, everyone was very excited.
In this way, can't we form a Big Three?
(Lin Hao: Forget the Big Three!)
"Isiah, don't be too happy yet."
"I have to remind you that among the main players, Trevor and Anderson's contracts are about to expire."
Larry Brown suddenly said.
"What's this? Renew all the contracts!"
James Dolan waved his hand.
To him, Ariza and Varejao are just little Camillas. How much would it cost to renew their contracts?
"Trevor's contract must be renewed, but Anderson doesn't have to, right?"
Isiah Thomas said.
"Yes, I agree with Isiah."
Larry Brown said.
"Why? Isn't Anderson playing well?"
Lin Hao suddenly became anxious.
"Kid, I know you like Anderson very much, and I like him too."
"But when Shaq came, there was no place for him."
Larry Brown said.
Lin Hao thought about it and felt that what the coach said was right.
In order to maximize O'Neal's power, he must be assigned a space-type No. 4 position.
For example, in the Lakers and the Heat, the team equipped him with Robert Horry, Horace Grant and Haslem.
These people all have baskets.
Otherwise, if the No. 4 position is also squeezed into the inside, not only will O'Neal be unable to use his fists and feet, but Lin Hao himself will not be able to break into the inside.
However, when Lin Hao thought about Vallejo leaving, he felt a little sad.
"So, who are our recruitment targets?"
James Dolan asked.
"The contracts of the top stretch 4s in the league haven't expired yet. All we can do now is look for a trade."
Isiah Thomas said.
"If you can't trade for a good player, try Paul Millsap!"
Lin Hao suddenly said.
"Paul Millsap? Who is this guy?"
Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other.
“He currently plays for Louisiana Tech University.”
"If everything goes as expected, he should be included in this year's draft."
“Although he’s not well-known, he can score inside and has a stable mid-range shooting ability.”
"As long as he can come to our team, there is no need to trade anyone else!"
Lin Hao explained with a smile.
In fact, the key point of his words lies in the last sentence.
If Isiah Thomas really brings in the Big Three, even if he succeeds in winning the championship, it will ultimately damage his image as the God of Basketball.
"Okay, then let's trade a draft pick and sign him!"
James Dolan waved his hand.
Since even the team's general manager and head coach don't know this person, his draft pick will definitely not be high.
It's no big deal to sign him with a second-round draft pick.
"Mr. James, you'd better be more cautious! At least send a scout to investigate!"
"The NCAA and the NBA are two completely different levels. Playing well in college doesn't necessarily mean you'll play well in the NBA!"