Skip college and go straight to the nba
And also Kobe and Su Feng together
"Interesting, interesting."
In the stands, looking at Kobe Bryant holding the championship trophy in the center of the Capital Gymnasium, and Su Feng beside Kobe Bryant, Miami Heat scout Jackson touched his chin and smiled.
"I…..I said guys, while I…I know this is…… big news.
But... but we don't... unlike those reporters, I... .. we can... ... don't need to grab the news.
Listen......listen to me, please......or everyone will tell me... since... my own thoughts on Kobe and shu... .. Shufen What's your opinion? "
Sitting in the back row of Jackson, the stuttering scout Foyman suddenly suggested.
"Okay, who will come first?"
"Let Erwin come first, after all, this is his home court."
"Erwin, remember Sean Bradley at the University of Birmingham? Haha!"
"Why are you guys so bad? What's so bad about Sean Bradley
No, it's just...Puchi, I can't make it up anymore, come on. "
In the stands, the one being ridiculed by the peers at this time is the "former" chief scout of the Philadelphia 76ers, and the assistant scout of the current chief scout...
Erwin Martinez.
A bunch of nasty bastards!
It's been three years, and you still mention that!
In three years, you still have to mention it!
At this moment, Erwin's mentality is broken.
Because in the summer of 1993, it was under his strong recommendation that the Philadelphia 76ers, who held the second overall pick, chose a height of 229 cm...
The bamboo pole nicknamed "The Essence of Human Beings"—
Sean Bradley.
Well, the Sixers perfectly avoided all the right picks in the 1993 draft.
Because of Bradley's height of 229 cm, as well as his humble, low-key and mild personality, the 76ers decided to gamble on him.
It's a pity, no matter how diligent Bradley is, his body will not get fat no matter how much he eats...
In addition to making countless beautiful girls salivate, on the basketball court, he really can only write a capital letter to him.
Perhaps no one is more popular than Bradley in this era of the NBA.
Because as long as you search his name on youtube, you will find nothing more than "Bradley's top ten classics detained", "Bradley has never been detained, and you are too embarrassed to say that you are the detainee? "Wait for the video.
With his thin body, Bradley, who is "Xianfeng Daogu", has raised the quality of dunks in the NBA to a whole level.
There was a problem with Erwin's judgment. The main problem was that he was too superstitious about Bradley's height of 229 cm.
In the future, espn has counted such an interesting set of data.
When Dayao retired, there were 15 players with a height of over 221 cm in the NBA.
Of those 15, 5 have played no more than 2 seasons.
Among these 15 people, there are only two who have averaged 20+ points per game in a season, namely Ralph Thompson and Yao Ming.
In addition, among these 15 people, there are only three who have averaged 10+ rebounds per game in a season. They are: Sabonis, Thompson, and Yao Ming.
Was it a surprise
Is it surprising
This may be the best refutation for those who think Dayao is just playing by his height.
The nba never lacks giants.
But among players over 221 cm, Dayao's shoulder width, hip circumference, agility, coordination, and speed are rare in a century.
Not every little giant is named Yao Ming.
Because the American version of the little giant Bradley told the world with practical actions, NBA is not because you are tall, modest, gentle and polite, you can play.
It's a superhuman league.
It is an alliance of the weak and the strong.
So, after Bradley brought despair to Philadelphia fans time and time again, Irwin lost his title as chief scout.
If the owner of the 76ers hadn't thought about Erwin's years of hard work, he might not have even been able to keep his job as an assistant scout for the chief scout.
And since then, Erwin has changed.
He's starting to get complacent.
He began to like to borrow the evaluation of the media or peers, because he felt that he had lost his judgment as a scout.
For the sake of the meal, he chose...
mix.
After all, a job with a stable income is too important for Erwin, who now has a family and children.
However, I don't know why...
Ever since receiving orders from John Lucas to write him three weekly reports on Kobe and Su Feng, Erwin feels...
own damn judgment...
back again.
At this moment, looking at his colleagues who were laughing at him, Erwin thought to himself: just laugh.
I do not care!
"Let me start by saying what I think about Kobe.
He is well-rounded and physically gifted.
As a freshman and sophomore, he played five positions on the field.
In addition, in his senior year of high school, his organizational skills improved significantly.
So, I don't think Kobe should be lower than the top 12 in the first round if he skipped college and got into the NBA.
Now let me tell you what I think about Su.
Su has an enviable pair of big hands and long arms.
His outstanding static talent allowed him to guard from the 1 to the 5 in the high school league.
In addition, he has excellent shooting skills, and not long ago had a performance of hitting 10 three-pointers in a single game.
At the same time, he is the Penn State scoring champion this season, and it can be seen that he has worked hard on a lot of offensive skills in the summer.
So I think if Sue skipped college and got into the nba...
I'd bet on his future with the top 24 pick in the first round. "Erwin looked at his colleagues and said.
"A first-round top 12, a first-round top 24, Erwin, do you know what you're talking about
This is not 1993, this is 1996!
Do you know how many outstanding young talents are going to run for election this year? "
Scout Adams shook his head, then gave his opinion:
"I admit, Sue and Kobe have a lot of good points.
But take Su for example, although he is the Penn State scoring leader this season...
However, I have observed his offensive methods, which are mainly based on catch-and-shoot jumpers, dry pull-ups and rollover jumpers.
In the high school league, Su, relying on his physical talent, can of course crush his peers, but what about in the NBA
He lacks offense and lacks the ball-handling ability as a perimeter player.
So in my opinion, Su is at best worth the middle of the last second round. "
"I agree with Adams."
"I agree."
"But..." Erwin wanted to argue something, but on the side, Jackson stopped him.
"Adams is right." Jackson smiled.
"However, I have a very interesting piece of information that I would like to share with you here." Jackson suddenly sold off.
Aside, Feuyman was anxious, "You... .. you... have... hurry up... say it!"
"You know, in late November, Philadelphia 76ers head coach John Lucas went to Lower Merion," Jackson said.
cut!
I thought it was big news!
John Lucas lives in Philadelphia and goes to see Kobe and Su Feng play. Isn't it normal
"Don't worry, listen to me, you know, this time with John Lucas and Jerry Stackhouse," Jackson added.
"That North Carolina genius? Michael's junior brother?"
"I also went to the scene to watch him play, a very talented young man."
"But, what does this have to do with Su and Kobe?"
Jackson spread his hands, "It's a big deal, because at Lower Merion, Jerry invited Sue and Kobe to have separate bullfights with him.
And guess what? "
"..."
Looking at Jackson's face, almost all scouts secretly scolded the United States in their hearts.
"Su and Kobe, both beat Jerry!" Jackson laughed.
"That's impossible! How could Jerry..."
"Where did you get the news?"
"Is the information accurate? Is there a video?"
"Nothing is impossible, the information is of course accurate.
As for the video, I don't have it. "Jackson said, looking at the crowd.
ha
There is no video, then how dare you say...
"Don't believe it? If you don't believe it, you can ask Erwin.
And you can go and see the reports in the Chinese media. "Jackson smiled and patted Erwin on the shoulder.
"Chinese media? Are they trying to build momentum for Su in this way?" a scout speculated curiously.
"Is that necessary? You can also ask Lower Merion's players in private, they were all there that day," Jackson added.
"But it's also..."
"Erwin, is this true?"
"Su and Kobe, really beat Jerry?"
In the stands, watching everyone look at him again, Erwin was a little confused.
No, don't be surprised, Erwin's point is not that everyone is looking at him, but...
How did this thing spread
On the other side, Martin, a scout for the Los Angeles Lakers, was also stunned. Damn, where did Jackson know this news
Are we having an insider
You know, the reason why Martin knew that Su Feng and Kobe beat Stackhouse in a heads-up match was because his nephew Swartz...
Just went to school in Lower Merion, and was teammates with Su Feng and Kobe.
Irwin knew the news seemed normal to Martin, who was a 76ers scout after all.
But how did Jackson know
Chinese media
Wang Defa
Martin uttered a foul language subconsciously.
because he was worried...
The news will disrupt Jerry West's plans for the draft in the near future.
In the stands, Erwin's acquiescence was almost an admission.
"It's incredible, they're just high school students."
"Although it was just an ordinary duel, and Jerry was probably just playing with them..."
"Interesting, so funny, it's a pity that there is no video, it's such a pity."
"But guys, I don't think we can make a judgment based on news like this alone.
And then there's the McDonald's High School All-Star Game.
So I think we still have time to revise our judgment. "After hearing the news, scout Adams also felt that he had to observe Su Feng again.
It is best to invite Su Feng to Phoenix for trial training in the future.
"me... ... "
Foyman, who was sitting in the back row of Jackson, seemed to be about to say something, but he was stuttering and felt like something was stuck in his throat at the moment.
At this moment, Philip, who was sitting beside Foyman, smiled, "I'll tell you, old man."
Looking at Philip, Foyman nodded.
"I think, no matter what, guys, Kobe and Sue are the ones we're looking at.
After all, after they announced they were skipping college, you know, we didn't have any more time to watch them.
I think whether it's Erwin or Adams, they both make a lot of sense.
Kobe Bryant's offensive skills are comprehensive, in my opinion, he is more mature than many NBA players.
He has a broad vision and is an excellent finisher.
In high school basketball, even if he was double-teamed by three people, he could pass the ball unhurriedly.
In addition, Kobe Bryant has a fanatical desire to win. He is a player who can dominate the game.
But you also know that Kobe also has the possibility of becoming Harold Miner, so...
I think Kobe could consider betting with a mid-first-round pick, and of course the lottery would be fine because he's worth that price.
As for Su, Adams just mentioned that Su lacks offensive means.
Granted, Su's physical talent gave him a huge dislocation advantage in the high school league.
But please think about it in reverse, doesn't this just mean that Su knows how to compete
He knows how to use his strengths, and I've seen him play quite a bit this season...
In addition to those offensive techniques that Adams mentioned, Sue obviously added a lot of low-post offense when attacking.
Even his fake moves and some rhythm changes made me feel like he was already a professional player.
All right, Adams, don't look at me like that.
I know that Su's current offensive methods are still very crude, and can even be described as clumsy.
However, 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'm bullish on Su, not because of his offensive performance.
It's his performance on the defensive end.
Guys, what's the most valuable talent in the league right now
Is it bouncing? 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's worth a gamble.
Because he is an excellent defender, and defense, in this era, is as precious as diamonds.
Su never admits 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 deserves a first-round pick, if I were to pick him. ' Philip concluded.
"Indeed, what Philip said makes sense."
"I agree!"
"I agree!"
"Of course, whether it's Kobe or Su, they're two pieces of gold of unknown purity.
But, folks, isn't that the funniest part
If they're all Tim, what are we still arguing about today? ' Philip added.
"Makes sense, hey, although this year's draft is called the Golden Generation...
But I always feel that next year's draft will be very competitive! "
"Just kidding, I'm not bragging, Tim has no flaws other than being young."
"My template for Tim is Hakim (Olajuwon) anyway."
"I think Tim may be the most skilled rookie in the NBA this decade."
"yes... "
In the stands, watching and chatting with Duncan's colleagues, Erwin quietly approached Jackson's side.
Just as players have their own circles of players and coaches have their own circles of coaches, scouts also have their own circles of scouts.
During this period, because information is not as easy to collect as in the future, most NBA scouts will share some intelligence and information with their peers.
Some scouts even borrow media coverage.
But from Erwin's point of view, information such as Su Feng and Kobe's defeat of Stackhouse in a duel is already classified...
For the 1990s without social networks, whoever mastered these secrets of the rookies first would have the absolute upper hand in the draft.
So Erwin really can't understand why Jackson would...
"I know what you're thinking, Erwin.
But the fact that Sue and Kobe beat Jerry, even if I don't say it, will be known before the draft sooner or later. "
Jackson patted Erwin on the shoulder and whispered.
"Is it because of the Chinese media?" Erwin asked a little helplessly.
"I know you are very optimistic about Su and Kobe, after all, you are in Philadelphia." Jackson laughed.
"But man, don't you think..." Before Erwin could finish, Jackson cut him off.
"You're too honest, man."
Jackson spread his hands, "In 1993, I thought you were an honest man.
But I didn't expect that after 3 years, you still don't have a long memory at all. "
Erwin: "..."
"Do you really think Adams was just deliberately picking on Su
I already have reliable information, and Phoenix is very interested in Su.
Believe me, they will definitely be one of the first teams to send Su an invitation to try out.
Erwin, sharing intelligence is right.
But as scouts, we have more than just providing information to the team.
If it's a time of war and every nba team is considered a country, then we're agents, you know? "Jackson laughed.
"This... Phoenix is very interested in Su?" The honest Erwin was stunned.
"You really didn't become the chief scout through the back door, did you?" Jackson asked curiously.
"Uh... ... "
"You know, Foyman and Philip, actually both work for Jerry West," Jackson said, leaning into Erwin's ear.
"Ah? But...Isn't Martin the Lakers scout?" Erwin said in shock.
"Martin is just a pawn...
Los Angeles is full of interest in Kobe, so just now Philip will focus everyone's attention on Su.
You see, when he evaluated Kobe, he just used our unanimous opinion.
But in evaluating Su, how thorough he was.
Because Philip doesn't want us to pay too much attention to Kobe, you know? "Jackson laughed.
Erwin felt like he understood everything now.
f**k!
The hearts of these people who play information are too dirty!
"So, I'm just helping them," Jackson added.
"Why?" Erwin asked in confusion.
"Because, I'm also very interested in Su.
I can't wait for this pool to get better and better!
And you know, the alliance has begun to fully intervene in the Chinese market. "Jackson laughed.
"I know, but I'm not very optimistic about the Chinese market," Erwin said.
"I'm not optimistic, but I'm optimistic about David (Stern)'s choice." Jackson said.
"But if you're interested in Sue..." Erwin felt like he'd reached a dead end.
"That's why I shared that information, because at that time, people will not only pay attention to Su.
Besides, who told you what I just told you is the truth
Maybe, I would like to suggest that the team choose Kobe? ' Jackson laughed.
Erwin: "..."
Feeling a little weak, Erwin looked up at the dome of the Harrisburg Capital Stadium.
And just when everyone's eyes were drawn to Lower Merion who was celebrating in the center of the pitch...
Erwin who can't hold it...
The corner of his mouth suddenly drew a strange arc.
Three years, do you really think that these three years have been in vain
Maybe I was an honest person three years ago.
But three years is enough to change too much, too much.
Since you have labelled me an honest person, then I'm welcome.
In fact, Erwin is no stranger to the intrigue between scouts.
Because in the '90s, all scouts did.
Again.
In this age without social networks, whoever owns the most core information will have the last laugh.
Take the classic exchange between the Raptors and the Warriors in the future. It was because the Raptors knew that the Warriors wanted Jamison, so he cut off Jamison.
And they also traded Jamison for the Carter plus cash they wanted.
In the future, there will be many more intrigues in the draft, and this year is still called the golden generation by the media. To put it bluntly, it is...
The investment of each team in the draft this year is far more than in previous years.
So today, when Foyman asked everyone to analyze the situation of Kobe and Su Feng, Erwin explained everything he knew like an honest person.
Of course, what Erwin explained was his share of being an honest person.
And the real core information about Su Feng and Kobe will appear on the desk of 76ers head coach John Lucas in a few days.
This is a piece of information that Erwin spent a whole year investigating.
"Kobe had the potential to be the next Michael Jordan, he never gave up, he was competitive.
I don't think he's going to be Harold Miner because Kobe's fundamentals are good.
Therefore, if possible, I would suggest that the team can use a xxxx pick to select Kobe Bryant.
In addition, after my investigation, I found that Su had only received basketball training for two years.
His previous foundation was poor, but in just two years, his progress can only be described as rapid.
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 draft pick to select Su. "
Erwin's information can only be described in two words in detail.
Even while doing this information, Erwin asked a lot of information from Su Feng's teammates, coaches, and classmates.
All in all...
Two young people who are self-disciplined to terrible, two young people who are full of desire to win and love basketball. In Erwin's opinion, Kobe and Su Feng, two pieces of gold of unknown purity, are worth a bet.
Therefore, even if the water is mixed again, Erwin is not afraid, because as long as the management and coaching staff of 76 are willing to believe in themselves, no one will bid higher than them.
In fact, Erwin already knew Phoenix's interest in Su Feng.
Even Erwin 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 and second rounds. I have to say, he's a fascinating little guy..."
Looking at Su Feng, who had already put on the hat symbolizing the high school league championship in the middle of the court, Erwin smiled.
…
Ahem, just as the scouts in the stands are fighting each other...
In the center of the Capital Gymnasium, Su Feng received the first fmvp trophy in his basketball career.
In the final, Su Feng scored a game-high 40 points.
Although his teammate Kobe also scored a luxurious statistic of "20+10+10", but perhaps in order to keep the CP pair from leaving no regrets in their high school career, the tournament organizing committee finally decided to award the fmvp to Su Feng.
In this way, Su Feng also became the first Chinese player to win this honor in the history of American high school basketball.
In addition, in the 1995/96 season, Su Feng was elected the Penn State High School Basketball League scoring champion with season averages of 33.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 2.0 steals, and 2.5 blocks.
And Su Feng was also selected to the first team of the best team together with Kobe.
It is worth mentioning that this year's season mvp is still Kobe's, after all, the sewer data is so beautiful...
In the 95/96 season, Bryant averaged 27.4 points, 12.8 rebounds, 10.2 assists, 3.4 steals, and 3.6 blocks per game, achieving a triple-double of the season and officially becoming the king of the sewer.
And he also surpassed Wilt Chamberlain with 2,780 points in his high school career and became the all-time leading scorer in Pennsylvania high school basketball.
cough...
By the way, as a defensive genius, Su Feng also defended the award for the best defensive player in Pennsylvania...
Su Feng: orz.
In the center of the Capital Gymnasium, enjoying the cheers from the people of Pennsylvania, Su Feng, who was wearing the hat symbolizing the state championship, and Kobe looked at each other.
Well, anyway, senior year is over.
Now, it's time to move towards the NBA!
…
ps: Because I felt there was a problem with this chapter when I checked the manuscript in the afternoon, at 4:00 pm, I deleted the original 4000 words and rewritten it, which took some time. Well, this chapter is 7000 words long. After all, high school students skip college. Ah Qiao needs to further explain and lay out the settings.
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