Check out my new fanfic.
12th man to Cricket legend. It's a cricket book for cricket lovers only.
Please give it a go ??
***
On July 9, 2006, football fans following the World Cup in Germany began to anticipate the final, while for NBA fans, the offseason gossip was more interesting.
In the Round of 16 match between Italy and Australia, "the great Italian left-back Grosso" successfully broke through.
anwhile, football fans in the United States also had a good experience, as Lee transford into a "football expert," guiding a large number of gamblers!
To so extent, football is more charming. In the quarterfinals, England lost to Portugal in a penalty shootout.
Clay Lee predicted that Lampard and Gerrard might miss their penalties, and this was later confird one by one.
After that, in the third and fourth-place playoff, Lee not only predicted the result but also guessed the score before the match, which directly thrilled the gamblers!
Compared to previous broadcasts, ABC Sports' viewership surged after Lee took over, and no one switched to ESPN's Spanish channel next door.
It turns out that many people who follow the World Cup are gamblers, and it's the sa all over the world.
Ever since Lee predicted that the final might go into a penalty shootout, Arican cloud fans were buzzing again.
"Follow Clay Lee's picks, and your villa will be by the sea."
In short, the World Cup final suddenly beca a huge hit in the United States, while their counterparts at Sky Sports in the UK frequently complained and even blad Clay Lee for their team's loss.
The United States ns National Basketball Team, who had already flown to Las Vegas to prepare for training camp, were not focused on the football matches.
Recently, Dwyane Wade and Carlo Anthony had verbally agreed to large contracts worth $80 million over 5 years, which made many players envious.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas has been particularly lively recently, as it is not only the training ground for the United States ns National Basketball Team but also the venue for the Sumr League gas.
The Thomas & Mack Center and Cox Pavilion attract a large number of fans every day, and the afternoon ga between the New York Knicks and the Cavaliers even drew LeBron Jas and a few others.
There are also big-na stars in the Sumr League.
Amare Stoudemire participated in this year's gas, even playing 30 minutes in the last ga, announcing his return with excellent physical condition.
However, the Phoenix Suns' record was diocre, while the New York Knicks were very strong this year, winning their first two gas by large margins, and the Cavaliers didn't seem to be a match either.
Sitting in the front row, LeBron Jas occasionally stood up and applauded.
He had recovered from his fractured rib, and his face was beaming with a confident smile.
Coach Krzyzewski would most likely grant him the captaincy, which made LeBron Jas overjoyed.
From another perspective, he had gained an advantage:
"The affirmation of a Hall of Fa coach, Clay Lee hasn't achieved this feat!"
Dwyane Wade, who had recovered from his concussion, was not interested in such a ga.
Carlo Anthony, next to him, occasionally teased Chris Paul, who was currently the trio's bag-carrying junior.
"80 million, LeBron, you wouldn't refuse such a contract, would you!"
With their entourages around them, Dwyane Wade spoke with fewer reservations, tugging at the gold chain around his neck, seemingly saying, "This is a lot of money."
Carlo Anthony, with his braided hair, didn't wait for LeBron Jas to speak and imdiately took over, pouting and saying pointedly:
"I know what he's thinking. This guy has always been imitating Clay Lee. He doesn't want to sign a long-term contract. He wants to wait for the next collective bargaining agreent."
Chris Paul noticed Rajon Rondo directing traffic on the court, watching him fake a pass and then truly pass, assisting David Lee for an easy dunk under the basket, and imdiately cheered.
LeBron Jas, who had re-seated himself, glanced at his friend beside him and didn't deny his intentions.
Instead, he added:
"I've always advised you to sign a short contract. After the team option ends, we can make flexible choices. Do you want to play in Denver forever?"
Before Carlo Anthony could respond, Dwyane Wade's eyes widened, and he said in a surprised whisper:
"Are you thinking of leaving Cleveland? Don't tell
you're really considering that?"
Agent Leon Rose had not returned the dia's calls, and LeBron Jas still hadn't given a verbal agreent.
The The Chosen One indeed had other thoughts.
"I'm not thinking of leaving. I'm more thinking of recruiting you guys to play in Cleveland. Chris, what do you think?"
LeBron Jas turned to look at Chris Paul, who was focused on the ga.
The latter didn't react much to the question, only casually responding:
"I still prefer New Orleans. You know, the pace of life here is great."
Chris Paul was destined to be with the Hornets for the next few years and didn't want to actively request a trade.
After all, Head Coach Scott and the team managent had already designated him as the core, and he didn't intend to betray that trust.
As a good friend, Dwyane Wade still hoped that LeBron Jas would sign a long-term contract, as one injury could change a player's career:
"I still think signing for 5 years is better. Anyway, the last year is a player option, and if an injury happens, we'll still have a lot of money."
Noticing the cara lens, Carlo Anthony waved friendly, seed to think of sothing suddenly, then suddenly beca envious, turning his head and muttering in a low voice:
"Damn World Cup! I don't know what's so good about it. Now no one pays attention to us anymore. These reporters only report on Clay Lee's news."
A burst of cheers suddenly erupted in the Arena.
Jose Barea, who ca off the bench, drove to the basket and completed a 2 1.
Dwyane Wade looked at the leading New York Knicks and completely lost his mood.
Chris Paul was still cheering.
LeBron Jas, noticing his friend's silence, didn't pick up the conversation again, but secretly made a resolve:
"I should also buy so shares in Premier League teams."
On Monday, July 10, the World Cup in Germany concluded.
Italy ended its fate of losing three previous World Cup penalty shootouts, and Zinedine Zidane's headbutt on Marco Materazzi ended his career.
Just as Lee predicted, the regular ti ended in a draw, and extra ti also failed to decide the winner.
In the penalty shootout, Italy lifted the World Cup trophy with a 6:4 victory.
Having made a small profit, Lee finally had so ti off.
He threw aside his team duties and returned to Peninsula Manor to sunbathe with the girls.
As the moratorium was about to end, LeBron Jas, who still hadn't given a verbal agreent, once again beca the subject of heated discussion among basketball comntators.
Schwartz, active in the free agency market, praised LeBron Jas's team's signing strategy and, at the sa ti, once again spoke out for his client, Paul Pierce:
"Paul is a very competitive person. He has spent his entire career in Boston."
"If the Celtics want to pursue a championship, they must add a second superstar!"
The Boston Herald had recently stopped reporting on the team's pursuit of Allen Iverson, which seed to officially announce the collapse of that trade.
The 76ers needed to find another buyer.
The United States ns National Basketball Team likes to bring a Rookie to international competitions.
JJ Redick, drafted by the Orlando Magic, was famous nationwide during his ti at Duke, but this ti, due to a back injury, he ultimately failed to try out.
That afternoon, the news that surprised onlookers was that Dwyane Wade suddenly changed his mind.
After agreeing to a long-term contract, he suddenly changed his mind and sought a short-term contract.
Considering LeBron Jas's previous actions and their relationship, news of them potentially teaming up appeared in various sports dia reports.
Stephen A. Smith, who was originally scheduled for Sunday morning's SportsCenter, appeared on the show again that evening, seizing the opportunity to follow up on the hot topic and show off his insider information:
"Nike hopes LeBron will leave Cleveland. He needs to play in a big city like Clay Lee!"
"And Dwyane Wade's decision was also influenced by his good friend. We all know the friendship between them. Without a doubt, they have already started discussing the possibility of teaming up."
Dan Patrick looked at his serious partner with so helplessness.
He really couldn't comnt on such unverified news:
"Will Dwyane Wade go to Cleveland? From a playing style perspective, I think it would be difficult for the two to team up."
"Shaquille O'Neal is still competitive. Although they lost in the Eastern Conference Finals again, Wade still has a chance to win a championship. In terms of record, the Cavaliers are the team in trouble."
Stephen A. Smith shook his head, and as the director showed Head Coach Van Gundy's agitated coaching during this year's playoffs, he once again offered his opinion:
"I respect Head Coach Jeff Van Gundy. He led the Knicks to four consecutive championships. He is the youngest Champion Coach in NBA history!"
"But basketball is evolving, and Head Coach Van Gundy can no longer keep up with the changes in the NBA."
"Stopping in the semifinals for two consecutive years is a good result, but we also need to note one problem: they have never won against the defending champions."
"If the Cavaliers continue to falter in the future, perhaps LeBron Jas will choose to leave. Now I hope Dwight Howard can fulfill his talent. Perhaps he can change the team's situation."
While internally exclaiming how outrageous it was, Dan Patrick also felt that these words seed to make so sense, but he rarely got involved in gossip, so he could only cooperate and say:
"No matter who leaves, this will be big news. This short-term contract might change the landscape of the NBA in the future."
"."
The next morning, Wade also enjoyed protagonist treatnt.
The sudden change in his contract sparked much speculation, but he did not accept interviews, as the future is still uncertain.
Not content to be left out, Carlo Anthony, in an interview with the Denver Post, made a big splash by actively recruiting Allen Iverson:
"Many people misunderstand Allen Iverson. I participated in the Olympics with him, and I know exactly what kind of player he is."
"Everyone always mocks him for never defeating Clay Lee, but that's just a coincidence, and the regular season doesn't say much."
"With no disrespect to other players, look at Iverson's teammates. They are not championship pieces. I am willing to team up with him, and we can succeed!"
It was revealed early on that the Nuggets had a 6-for-1 trade in mind, but ultimately, the two sides failed to reach an agreent.
Anthony's active signal this ti seed to have been authorized by the managent.
The once again faded Allen Iverson suddenly regained popularity.
Denver fans seed to have high hopes for this scoring champion, and everyone began discussing how the two teaming up would win a championship.
That afternoon, a reporter from the Philadelphia Inquirer confird the trade.
The 76ers would cut their losses and trade Allen Iverson, with the Denver Nuggets as the trade partner.
The trade details were quickly exposed: the Nuggets sent Andre Miller, Ruben Patterson, and two 2007 first-round draft picks to the 76ers for Allen Iverson!
Compared to the previous 6-for-1, the trade shrank sowhat.
Allen Iverson's value was depreciated after being beaten by Lee in the playoffs, and the Eastern Conference couldn't even find a taker.
As the second major trade of the offseason, the onlookers had a blast.
Allen Iverson himself hadn't spoken yet, but his wife, Tawana, once again cried:
"Allen has been abandoned. We have lived in Philadelphia for many years, and he gave everything for this city, only to receive this result in the end."
"The children need to move, need to transfer schools, go to a strange city, and make new friends. We don't want to go through this."
"."
On the 12th, the Philadelphia Inquirer truthfully reported the trade and Tawana's tearful plea.
In the photo, Allen Iverson's eldest daughter was also crying.
The Son of Philadelphia finally left the team.
Allen Iverson's entourage had expected fans to protest and plead for him to stay, but after the newspaper was released that morning, the city had no reaction.
No one sympathized with them.
In their emotional state, the entourage even went to the stadium and loudly yelled, "You will regret this!
Reviews
All reviews (0)