Popovich frowned in the Spurs private room. He was not only the general manager of the Spurs, but also served as the head coach, becoming the direct person in charge of almost everything in the team, including draft issues.

Since choosing Duncan last year, Popovich feels that he is about to usher in the first peak of his career. With the double tower combination of Duncan and Admiral Robinson, this year's Spurs are unprecedentedly strong and have the opportunity to reach the peak.

When he was trying out the Spurs on the Chishang team, Popovich began to pay attention to the rookie and was preparing to get him with the No. 24 pick in the first round.

As a result, the Nuggets happened to be intercepted.

"The San Antonio Spurs, which has the 24th pick in the first round, will have 5 minutes to make a choice!"

At this time, Stern's voice sounded.

Popovich reacted quickly, quickly picked up the phone on the table and directly called the Nuggets General Manager's office.

Soon, the phone was connected.

"George, I'm Popovich. Our Spurs are willing to use the first round 24 signings plus some cash to exchange for the rookie you just chose!"

After the phone was connected, Popovich went straight in with one shot, and it was too late.

"What, you are going to trade with the Lakers! Wait, I'm willing to increase my chips, and how about this year's second round draft pick?"

The next moment, Popovich's expression changed. Unexpectedly, it turned out that the Nuggets' choice of the pool was mainly related to the Lakers.

In this case, Popovich increased his bargaining chips.

Unfortunately, what Popovich got was the opponent's Lions' big talk. The Nuggets did not want the second round draft pick, but instead wanted the Spurs' first round draft pick next year.

"Popovich, the countdown is almost over. If you Spurs still want to go to the pool, you must increase your chips, otherwise I might as well trade with the Lakers!"

"This is impossible!"

Popovich said he was very angry and hung up the phone directly with a "bang".

Although he is more optimistic about Ikegami, it is absolutely impossible to let him exchange two first-round draft picks.

In desperation, Popovich had to settle for the second best and chose the 'spare tire' Philip Lopez.

Popovich didn't know that when he hung up the phone, Nuggets general manager George temporarily changed his mind.

Although he became the general manager shortly, George was also a person who could not get up early without profit. A rookie in the first round was able to get the "respect" of the Lakers and the Spurs at the same time, especially Popovich's eagerness, which aroused George's alertness and did not rush to trade with the Lakers.

George is not a fool. Although the Nuggets have never tried out, he is cautious and does not want to miss any high-quality rookie.

There is no way. The Nuggets are in a turbulent period now. Only the better the team's performance can he hold the throne of the general manager.

At George's instructions, a staff member soon collected some information about the pool and handed them to George.

This information includes physical measurements on the pool, average data per game, university honors, etc.

Age: 19 years old

Position: Control position

Height: 2.03 (naked feet)

Arm-span: 212

Weight: 102 kg

Strength: Maximum bench press 130 kg

Speed: Bottom line break back and running for 11.52 seconds, 3/4 half sprint for 3.32 seconds

Bounce: 72 cm in place, 87 cm in running

Honors: Lead Wake Forest Deacons to the semi-finals, the best college basketball player on the Atlantic Coast, and the first team in the United States.

College averages: 16 points, 11 assists and 8 rebounds.

Seeing the information on the Chi, George widened his eyes and felt surprised.

Judging from physical fitness, Chihsung can only be considered medium in the NBA, but his strength is very strong, enough to be comparable to many inside players.

Despite this, with Chikami's height and speed, it is easy to be overwhelmed by a fast-speed little defender.

Of course, this is not the most surprising thing, but the average data on the pool.

Due to insufficient preparation, the staff only found the data from the "March Crazy" period, not including the Atlantic Trials data, while the former's intensity significantly exceeded the latter.

Even so, the average number of data on the Chi side is enough to be comparable to Carter, Olovo Kandi and others.

"From the number of assists, he also has a good vision and pass awareness. In addition, from the point guard's perspective, his physical fitness may be average, but what if he is raised?"

George touched his chin with his right hand and thought a little more.

Dingling ~

It was also at this time that the phone ringing rang again, disrupting George's contemplation.

This is a call from Jerry West, who is also the Lakers general manager.

George didn't have to guess, he knew that Jerry West's intention was nothing more than a trade.

This time, George did not refuse, nor did he agree, but instead used the drag-on technique. He decided to take a look at the quality of the Chiang first, and if he is not satisfied, he would trade him.

On July 1, the signing day of the new season will start. From this day on each team, they can sign rookies or renew their contracts with players whose contracts expire.

On this day, Ikekami came to the Pepsi Center in Denver alone and began to test his physical fitness under the arrangement of a physical coach.

There is no way. During the draft, in order to have a higher ranking, many rookie players will more or less choose to "raise" his physical fitness, especially his height.

While testing on the pool, George stood not far away and watched quietly.

"That is, his physical fitness is not hydrated and he can continue to grow taller?"

"Yes, after our tests, his skeletal line has not been completely closed, and it is very likely that he will continue to grow taller in the future!"

After saying that, the physical coach continued: "At the same time, I found that his shooting feels extremely soft, and his vision, passing awareness and accuracy are also impressive. I think his template is Scotty Pippen!"

Scotty Pippen, who plays as a small forward, nicknamed "Batman", is also Jordan's best partner and has been selected as the NBA 50 superstar.

Of course, this is the upper limit. In the view of the physical coach, it is impossible for the pool to reach the height of Scotty Pippen. It may be a weakened version, and it may be a poor version.

"Then you can't change it!"

As the general manager of the Nuggets, George is very clear about the Nuggets' lineup flaw, that is, the small forward is the weakest position and does not have a reliable small forward.

As for whether Ikegami can adapt to the small forward position, it is not George's consideration for the time being.

Soon, under the leadership of the staff, Chi Shang came to the general manager's office.

"You don't have an agent?"

"No!"

Ikeshu shook his head. Although many agents are optimistic about him, they are basically novices, so he is naturally worried.

"This is a rookie contract, you can take a look first. If you have any doubts, you can also find a lawyer!"

While speaking, George handed the rookie contract to Chi.
Chapter completed!