The entire draft venue was buzzing with people. Before the draft started, the managers and executives of each team were still on the phone, deciding whether to finalize the deal at the critical moment.

On the draft stage, the big screens on both sides were showing the rookies who have successfully played in the NBA in recent years, James, Wade, Anthony, Howard, Yao Ming, Deron Williams, Chris Paul...

There are also court highlights of some famous NBA stars played on the videos on both sides of the channel, such as Kobe Bryant, Garnett, O'Neal, Iverson, Duncan...

Zhang Jun took Diana, Xia He and Yin Lisabai into the small green room.

Little Green Room, I don’t know when it was a special term that started to spread. In fact, some players received official invitations to enter the draft meeting to conduct drafts. After confirming the draft picks, they were lucky enough to go on stage and take photos with David Stern. A group photo.

Generally, this quota is voted by the general managers of each NBA team, and is ultimately decided by the league's vice president Adam Silver based on the league's draft prospects and the selection intentions of the teams holding the high picks.

Since the top 14 picks in the draft every year are called the lottery, at least 14 or more players will be invited. The details also depend on the popularity of each draft player that year. For example, in the most recent 2003 draft, there were a total of 21 players. turn up.

Players who enter the Little Green Room can be accompanied by relatives, friends and agents at the draft site. The selected players will be given a cap to select their team by the on-site officials, and then go on stage to shake hands with NBA Commissioner David Stern.

"Hey Kevin, what are you doing sitting up front?"

Zhang Jun couldn't help but say hello to Durant in front of him.

With an excited look on his face, Durant turned back to look at Zhang Jun excitedly, straightened his clothes and said, "Sit in front for a while so I can go on stage directly."

Zhang Jun couldn't help but smile and said: "This guy sitting in front already thinks he is the number one pick."

Diana reminded: "Because Oden was injured in the joint trial and his team refused to be examined by the on-site team doctor, the general managers of each team are wary."

"They suspected that Oden's team had concealed some of his injuries or physical condition. Although Oden's performance on the court didn't seem to be a serious problem, it still made people worry."

"So, there may be some changes in this year's draft. Not only Durant, but you also have a high chance of becoming the top pick."

Zhang Jun nodded, which is quite understandable. After all, Oden's glass attributes are already famous in the NCAA. Like his terrifying talent, people love and hate him at the same time.

Yin Lisabai, who had never seen any big events, came to such a grand venue for the first time. The simple girl was not as stage frightened as she imagined, but...she was very pleased with herself.

"Son, please take some pictures for me. I have to show your uncles when I get home. I actually entered the Grand Theater in Madison Square Garden."

Zhang Jun couldn't help but said: "Mom, shouldn't you let them see that your son is going to become an NBA player soon?"

Yin Lisabai glared and said, "What's so good about you? They don't like men."

Xia He covered his mouth and snickered and said, "It's not like you don't know my mother's life history. At this time, your sister is the only one who cares about you."

After saying that, Xia He patted Zhang Jun's face with his little hand and said, "When will your big house be finalized after the draft?"

Zhang Jun stretched out his hands and pinched Xia He's face again and again: "Why are you asking so many questions? You want to move out."

Xia He puffed out his cheeks and glared at Zhang Jun angrily.

At the same time, in a box at the venue.

Steve Patterson clenched his fists and finally made up his mind.

Drexler, the legendary glider of the Trail Blazers, was also present. He patted Steve Patterson who had finally made up his mind and said.

"Choosing him was definitely the best decision for us."

Steve Patterson pulled out a coin and said, "We might as well leave it to God."

Drexler was so angry when he saw this scene that after a long time you finally made up your mind and the result was a coin toss!

Drexler angrily said, "Hey! Steve, God doesn't flip coins!"

"Don't hesitate any more. Everyone at the management meeting agreed to elect him except for your objection."

Steve Patterson took a deep breath, knowing that the result could not be changed. He had no choice but to write the player's name on the card in front of him, and then handed it to his assistant.

Drexler finally nodded with satisfaction after seeing the player's name. Steve Patterson took advantage of Drexler not paying attention and still secretly threw a coin high into the sky, and then slapped himself on the face. on the back of the hand.

"The head is Zhang Jun! The word is Oden!"

Inside the theater.

David Stern walked up to the stage and the entire venue immediately fell silent.

"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the 2007 NBA Draft."

"This is going to be a star-studded draft, and they will become the same mainstays in the league as the NBA superstars on the screen behind me."

"I now declare that the 2007 draft has officially begun!"

As soon as Stern finished speaking, the entire Madison Square Garden Theater burst into warm applause.

Soon, the Trail Blazers' management handed a small note into the hands of a staff member, who trotted all the way to the front desk.

Stern slowly opened the note in his hand with some surprise and shouted: "With the No. 1 pick in the 2007 NBA Draft, the Portland Trail Blazers selected Kelsey Zhang Jun from Los Angeles, California. -Bars III!”

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