Chapter 50 The Lakers' Savior?
This is not because the media has any doubts about Fultz's ability.
But because.
The 76ers have the second pick?
But this is completely different from what the media knew before the draft began.
Before the game, the media learned that the Lakers had the second pick, while the 76ers had the first pick.
That is to say.
In the transaction two days ago.
The 76ers agreed to their deal!!!
How is this possible?
You know, everyone could see it before this.
How determined the 76ers are about this matter.
Aren't they as eager to trade Sashiro as the Lakers?
How could they suddenly change their mind at such a critical moment?
This incident has aroused countless questions from the media and fans.
What kind of transactions the two teams made before the draft is also a matter that is attracting a lot of attention.
However, not so many people paid attention to the following draft.
It is worth mentioning that Lonzo Ball was selected as the third pick, while Mitchell was selected as the sixth pick.
However, although it is worth mentioning, it is not that eye-catching.
Because under the halo of Sashiro, these things seem dim.
After the draft, almost everyone's main concern was one thing:
"What kind of deal happened between the Lakers and the 76ers?"
!!
No one could figure it out.
Why would the 76ers, who clearly had a sure win, give up the No. 1 pick at this point in time?
There is absolutely no way to explain this!
After the game, the media swarmed around the owners of the two teams.
There is only one problem.
"Excuse me, what kind of transaction took place between you?!"
The Lakers' top executives here said with satisfaction:
"Of course, of course, there were some transactions between us, and the owner of the 76ers was very happy to give us the No. 1 pick this time."
"What?! That's impossible! This is impossible. What conditions did you give him?"
"We'll give him the No. 2 pick and cover everything they paid for this draft!"
The Lakers owner shrugged and said proudly:
"That is to say, they don't have to pay any price to get a No. 2 pick, and we will compensate him for all the future draft picks they exchanged."
This...
The media who came to visit were all stunned.
Is there any such operation??
You know, when the 76ers traded this No. 1 pick, they traded almost all of their draft picks in recent years!
The Los Angeles Lakers here are actually in a similar situation.
Trading a No. 2 pick already places a considerable burden on the team.
But now.
The Los Angeles Lakers not only took on all the conditions that the 76ers had previously paid but also gave their second pick to the 76ers unconditionally!!
This is almost impossible for anyone to imagine.
And this, just to trade Sashiro!?
God!!
This is crazy!!
Because their choice means.
If Sashiro fails to integrate well into the team or is troubled by injuries during the season, then waiting for the Lakers will be a painful price to pay!!
They will not trade players for a very long time and readjust the team's space!
In other words, this behavior can be regarded as a gamble.
Either succeed.
Either give up or give up.
Did the Lakers' owner really believe that Sashiro would be their savior?
At this time, the media reporter asked worriedly:
"Excuse me, do you think this transaction is very risky? Do you think this transaction is worth it, even if it means gambling on the future of the team?!"
After hearing this question, the owner of the Lakers narrowed his eyes, and his expression finally became serious.
He moved his shoulders and said very seriously:
"Maybe you don't understand what this is like. The so-called future of the team is waiting for a genius to appear."
"True genius comes only once every ten years."
"So now, it's clear that this genius has emerged."
"I don't regret the decision I made. On the contrary, I think it's the most successful transaction in my life!!"
"No other!"
"There will always be someone who regrets his decision, but it will never be me!"
This statement is undoubtedly an allusion to the owner of the 76ers.
He thinks the 76ers' deal is short-sighted!
At the same time, he also expressed his unlimited expectations and confidence in Sashiro.
These things are enough to make the media make a big fuss.
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And the other side.
The media interviewed the owner of the 76ers and of course also mentioned the opinions of the Lakers owner.
But after he heard this, the 76ers boss said with a smug look on his face.
"Hey, you don't really believe this kind of thing, do you? There is no doubt that we made a profit on this deal!"
"And it's a huge profit!"
"Originally, our team was interested in signing Fultz. We believe he has great potential."
"But now we got this talented player without spending a penny. We have to thank the Lakers even more!"
"Hahaha!"
Looking at the expression of the 76ers owner, he obviously didn't feel it was a pity to give up Sashiro.
"So do you think the Lakers owner is doing something wrong?"
At this time, another media provocateur asked.
After hearing this, the owner of the 76ers did not agree.
Instead, he said:
"Maybe he has his own considerations, but from my point of view, it's a huge price to pay for a rookie who has not yet proven himself in the NBA."
"Obviously, this is not a rational thing to do."
"No matter what, he's just a rookie!"
"It's definitely not worth it for the Lakers to use a huge trade that is almost enough to go down in history to sign such a rookie."
"Besides, I think Fultz's future growth space and potential are much greater than this Asian guard."
"If you don't believe me, let's meet in the summer league!"
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Afterwards, many people in major forums expressed their views on this matter.
The media also published many articles to discuss this matter.
As the impact of this incident grew, even some people who didn't pay attention to the game heard the news.
"There is no fake No. 1 guard? The first No. 1 Asian guard in history!!"
"The future of the Lakers rests on an Asian?"
"A historic blockbuster deal was actually for an Asian?"
"Behind the deal, did the 76ers make a huge profit? Or did the Lakers lose a huge loss?"
"Sashiro, will he be the savior of the Lakers!?"