Bulldozer of the NBA’s Restricted Area

Li Shengli called Kobe for a meeting, and Kobe immediately changed his clothes. As the two walked to the conference room, they happened to run into Magic Johnson, a former Lakers star who is now a member of the management.

"Li, do you know the situation?"

"I don't know. Harris just told me that he was going to trade, but I don't know who it is."

"You'll know in a minute. If you have any requests, please ask for them. There is no one else today, they are all old guys!" After Magic finished speaking, he nodded to Kobe beside him, "Kobe, your recent performance has been good. The voices in the team I heard it too, but don’t pay attention because it’s not your fault.”

"It's okay, I understand."

"Okay, we are all acquaintances, why are you being polite?" Li Shengli pulled Magic and Kobe forward and turned to ask again, "Johnson, you should know the goals of the management, right? Reveal some first. Me, so that I can have a bottom line.”

"I don't know the specifics."

"You don't even know?"

"Is it weird? Trading is imperative now, so there must be more than one trading plan. There are only four or five alternative plans. How can I know them all?"

"Is it such a big move?"

"Of course, we have to clear the deal before the deadline. We don't have much time left. Okay, let's not talk about it for now. Someone will talk to you later."

…

Without saying a few words, the three people walked to the conference room. After pushing the door and entering, many people were already there. West and his management team were definitely there, as well as a group of coaches led by Harris. The team is also there. As for the players, there are only two players, Li Shengli and Kobe. The scale of the entire meeting is not large.

In the conference room at this time, there was a long table in the middle, with people sitting on both sides. Li Shengli was brought to the front by the magician. West was sitting on the head of the table. Harris and the magician were facing each other on both sides. Li Shengli and Kobe is next to Harris.

"Okay, everyone is here. Smith, we can have the meeting." West nodded seriously, indicating to the management team opposite him to start reporting on the plan that needed to be discussed this time, without any delay at all.

"Okay, everyone must be aware of the current situation of the team..." The head of the management team was called Smith, and he started immediately, with the same resolute style as West.

The general meaning of the opening remarks is that the Lakers must seek transactions to eliminate several players with negative attitudes and ensure the future sustainability of the Lakers.

…

"Now is the first trade plan, the target is Robert Horry, who was traded to the Suns for Ceballos."

"The reason is simple... Giving up Ceballos was unanimously agreed upon, and the significance of Horry playing the power forward position lies in his range and three-point ability."

"This can be referred to the Mavericks last season. Although Horry is not as good as Garnett, he can still participate in the strategy of playing more and less on the outside with our inside advantage. I think... Li should be here. The one with the most say.”

After Smith finished speaking, Li Shengli did not speak.

Horry was once Olajuwon's championship partner, but compared with Garnett, all he can really offer is his shooting range and rare three-point ability.

However, although Garnett's shooting range is not as high, his excellent jumping ability and shot height make his mid-range very stable. This does not include his top assist defense, and it is not comparable to Horry.

Of course, this does not mean that Horry is not good. It can only be said that the positioning is similar but not the same.

…

"Okay, everyone should have read the information about Horry and the scouting report, so this plan can be voted on by a show of hands. If you have any objections, you can discuss it now. If not, I will continue to announce the next plan!"

When it was time to vote, Li Shengli also thought that the first option was to pass it unanimously.

It is obvious that Ceballos has been abandoned, and the subsequent process is similar. It is basically a proposal first and then a vote, involving a total of 6 people including Campbell, Corsi, and Knight.

Campbell is still the biggest trade case.

He was originally the candidate to play center, but after Li Shengli took over the starting lineup, he went directly to the power forward position, but his performance was not ideal.

However, the Campbell trade case has been put on hold.

The reason is simple, because this transaction depends on whether Ceballos can be replaced by Horry. If it succeeds, there will be an overflow of personnel at the power forward position, and there will be no need to keep Campbell. On the contrary... Campbell will still have to stick to the Lakers. At the power forward position.

As for substitute small forward Corsi and substitute center Knight.

Because the range of options was not large, there was not much to say about the transaction between the two. The participants voted by a show of hands, with the former shelving and the latter agreeing.

…

Because each transaction took more than ten minutes to advance, it took almost an hour to complete. After everyone else left the meeting, only West, Johnson, Harris, and Li Shengli were left in the conference room. And Kobe.

"Is there anything you want to say today?" West asked Li Shengli and Kobe.

"Ceballos for Horry, are you sure it can work?" Kobe didn't say, but Li Shengli asked, because Horry is indeed suitable, but it won't work without an alternative. "There is no alternative at power forward. Yet?"

"Yes, but not many, but don't worry. You can look at suitable candidates before the deadline. First-line power forwards are a bit difficult, but role players can still be pursued." West smiled.

"Okay, we will discuss it again before the deadline. But tomorrow's game...this one is a bit special. Lee, and you, Kobe, you two have to cooperate well. The Washington Bullets shouldn't be too much of a problem. Also, it’s time to look for the right candidate from now on.”

"Suitable candidate? You are asking me to choose between bullets. How about Webber and Howard?" Li Shengli curled his lips and made a joke.

"Don't make trouble. These two have been wearing the same pair of pants since the beginning of the NCAA. They won't take them off if a bullet comes."

"Then what's the point of observing? Last season, there was Rasheed Wallace to choose from. This season, they don't have any good candidates inside."

"Of course it's hard to choose the main player, but you can still take a look at the substitutes."

West didn't know if he was joking or not, and then said: "We have seen it in advance. There is also a Wallace in the bullet. Do you want it? It's a small deal anyway. As long as you like it, it's fine." You can do whatever you want to achieve the results we want.”

"In addition, I promise you a bonus. Well, under the current situation, it seems that it can only be implemented according to the minimum standards. Of course, if you work harder, there is no chance." West smiled, and Magician and Harris on the side also laughed. , seems to have pinpointed Li Shengli’s fate.

Do you want me to work hard?

Well, people can’t even give up money for their lives!

The more Li Shengli looked at these three old fools, the angrier he became, "I can fight, but the problem is...how can I take care of the power forwards when we meet the Rockets and Jazz in the playoffs? How can Malone and Barkley solve the problem? No, you guys I still have to find me a power forward who can defend, and Kobe can help me on the offensive end."

"Aren't we looking for it? You can help yourself first."

"That won't work. I'm very sad now. It's harder to beat the Rockets and Jazz than the Bulls. They can't even get out of the Western Conference. How can I go to the finals? I'll probably be kicked out by them in the second round!"

"Okay, leave it to us, you two should prepare for tomorrow's game."