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"Can you imagine? The great Yi actually came to visit in person!" When Chris Paul saw Yiyang visiting in person, there was a hint of sarcasm in his tone.

Durant joined the Warriors, a move that made everyone completely crazy. The league is in chaos, and stars from all walks of life are discussing how to unite. Just look at the tragic ending of Yiyang and James in the playoffs, and you will know how terrifying the Warriors are. James finally no longer has to face Yiyang, but the offensive line composed of Curry, Durant, and Thompson still makes LeBron unable to withstand it.

This summer is destined to be a lively one. Paul George, Kyrie Irving, Chris Paul, Gordon Hayward, Derrick Rose, Carmelo Anthony...most of the stars you can name will be... Possibility of changing ownership. Maybe after a summer, the entire league will be reshuffled.

Throughout the entire history of the NBA, perhaps no summer has been as crazy as this one. And what caused all this was Durant's decision. When a superstar joins a 71-win team, everyone can't stand it anymore. If we want to defeat Auckland's invincible battleship, everyone must join forces.

Of course, the Dallas Mavericks are someone most stars wouldn't want to team up with. After all, Durant was forced to stick together. In the final analysis, it was because the Mavericks were so unstoppable! Although the Mavericks lost the championship this season and stopped in the Western Conference Finals. But their image as the public enemy has become deeply ingrained.

This is why, when Chris Paul saw Yiyang arriving, his eyes were both surprised and proud. The super team that defeated the Clippers countless times also had its moments of decline!

However, after Paul fell out with the Clippers, he became less hostile to Yiyang. After all, now, even Paul himself wants to beat the Clippers.

"I don't mean to force you, Chris. But if we can join forces..."

"I don't think the Clippers will trade with you. The Rockets are willing to pay half the team and precious draft picks to get me. What about the Mavericks? What do the Mavericks have? Unless you swap with me, hahahaha. "Paul laughed, directly interrupting Yiyang's conversation.

"That's such a pity, Chris. We just eliminated the Rockets this season, and yes, last season too. I really hope... we don't have to meet again." Yiyang stood up and was about to leave. He lowered his face and took the initiative to visit. Paul, hope Paul puts pressure on the Clippers front office to accept the Mavericks trade. However, for now, Paul has no intention of joining the Mavericks.

As I said before, the Dallas Mavericks are still the public enemy.

Watching Yiyang leave, Paul's smile dropped. Although the Mavericks are the public enemy, there is no doubt that the atmosphere of this team is good. Looking at the progress of rookies such as Gobert and Majori, with a leader like Yiyang, rookie players are very suitable to grow in Dallas. Paul suddenly thought of a person who might be able to achieve a win-win goal.

"I have a name that maybe you can use."

Hearing what Paul said, Yiyang stopped and turned around again.

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On June 23, 2017, when the whole world was still cheering for the Warriors' overwhelming momentum to win the championship, when those who hated the Mavericks were still ridiculing Yiyang. At the Barclays Center in New York, the 2017 NBA Draft is in full swing.

It stands to reason that a championship contending team like the Dallas Mavericks should not pay that much attention to the draft. Although the Mavericks have had a precedent of selecting Gobert with low picks in recent years, it is a small probability event after all. The Mavericks cannot expect to surpass the Warriors in one draft.

So when reporters found out that Yiyang was also present at the draft today, they couldn't understand it. The Mavericks only have one second-round pick this season. Why is it worth Yiyang's personal trip?

"Why is that guy here? Is it possible?

Are the Mavericks going to start tearing down and rebuilding? ? "Mu Ran's assistant asked curiously. This summer, the contracts of most of the veterans of the Mavericks' three consecutive championships have expired, and they have considerable room for maneuver. Maybe they will not renew the contracts of these veterans, but start rebuilding with fresh blood. .After all, Yiyang is only 27 years old, and the Mavericks have enough time to rebuild a second dynasty.

Mu Ran did not answer because he was not sure. But he was sure that if Yiyang came to the Barclays Center in person, the Mavericks would definitely make some moves!

At this time, in the box at Barclays Center, Yiyang, Cuban and Nelson were nervously preparing their draft plan. After visiting Paul, Yiyang learned nothing. During the trial training a few days ago, two people impressed Yiyang deeply. One of them was the person Paul was talking about.

Today, the task of Cuban and Nelson is to recruit these two people as much as possible!

"Has the news been released yet!?" Seeing Adam Xiao Hua already on stage, Yiyang couldn't help but become nervous.

"Well, let it go. Now all teams know that we are willing to exchange Seth Curry, this year's second-round pick and next year's first-round pick for him. But I can't guarantee that we will get it. Him." Cuban now absolutely trusts Yiyang, even if this rookie will cost them so much.

Last season, Seth Curry's performance was actually pretty good. Cuban believes that he has inherited the Curry family's shooter pedigree. If Cuban had been given the choice, he would not have put Seth Curry on the shelf. But Yiyang spoke highly of the rookie, allowing Cuban to do it at any cost.

The hope of the Dallas Mavericks is Yiyang, not Curry's "poor man's version" brother. After all, not everyone can counterattack their brother like Gasol.

"Where's the other guy?"

"We're going to use Dorian Finney-Smith and next year's second-round pick to get a late first-round pick to get him. Right now, the Lakers are very interested in that. You know, Los Angeles is in need of talent right now. And Smith is the kind of talent they're craving."

The small guard with a convoluted name in Cuban's mouth was the undrafted pick signed by the Mavericks last year. However, this impactful little guard played some jaw-dropping games. Smith still has some training value. At least he has proven himself in the NBA, which is always more reassuring than those rookies who have not played in the NBA.

Little Smith was also a young man that Cuban wanted to train, but when Yiyang wanted someone, Cuban took him out without hesitation.

"Are you sure you want to do this? If the deal is completed, then next year we will not have a draft pick!" Nelson looked at Yiyang and Cuban seriously, and Cuban looked at Yiyang again.

Yiyang was not acting on impulse, he had seriously considered it. When these two people came to the Mavericks for trial training, Yiyang had personally played against them. Within the operable scope, they are definitely the two people who can bring the greatest help to the team!

"If we still want to win the championship next season, let's do this!" Yiyang answered affirmatively. Dallas' revival cannot wait many years!

Nelson smiled. Like Cuban, he absolutely trusted Yiyang. Without Yiyang, the Mavericks might still be struggling in the lottery, let alone a dynasty. Since this guy can lead the team to glory, then just listen to him!

The top 12 picks in the 2017 draft have little to do with the Mavericks. But what makes Yiyang relieved is that none of the first 12 teams intercepted the person the Mavericks wanted.

Finally, at the 13th pick, when Adam Xiao Hua read that name, Yiyang's heartbeat began to accelerate.

"With the 13th overall pick in the first round of the 2017 draft, the Denver Nuggets selected...Donovan Mitchell, from the University of Louisville!"

After Xiao Hua read out his name, there was not much reaction from the scene. A rookie with the 13th overall pick has not attracted much attention to begin with. But Yiyang and his boss stared wide-eyed, Donovan Mitchell, this is the name Paul gave Yiyang!

Paul knew that it was impossible for the Rockets to get a first-round pick, but he didn't want Mitchell to go to some team that might delay his development. Therefore, Paul simply did a favor and let the Mavericks take Mitchell. In this way, Paul also gave Yiyang some face, and his younger brother could also have a good place to develop.

The relationship between Yiyang and Mudiay is not just an exception in the NBA.

"The Nuggets got Mitchell!? They have no plans to trade!?" Nelson Jr. was shocked. Before the draft started, the Mavericks had already let the news out and were willing to use Curry Jr., next year's first-round pick and this year's second-round pick. Trade Mitchell. Whoever drafted Mitchell was willing to make the deal.

"Don't worry, wait a minute!" Cuban stared at the phone in his hand. For the first time, he was eager to hear the ringtone.

The result of the 14th pick has been announced, and the Heat selected blue-collar center Adebayor. But until now, Cuban has not received a call.

"Damn, it's impossible for the Nuggets to be interested in Mitchell!? They should prefer Curry!"

Just when Nelson was anxious, the call came. Cuban looked at the caller ID and smiled proudly.

"What did I say? Take it easy, man! Look, the business is coming!"

After the result of the 15th pick was announced, the latest transaction information was displayed on the large electronic screen at the scene. The Nuggets didn't want Mitchell, they actually took a fancy to the Mavericks' chips.

This trade information did not cause much sensation. With Mitchell joining the Mavericks, can the Mavericks defeat the Warriors? In their view, the Mavericks were simply struggling to their death.

But Paul at home waved his fist. Now, Yiyang owed him a favor. And that boy Mitchell can grow up in peace! This result is really a "win-win".

After taking down Mitchell, Yiyang's heart rate finally calmed down a bit. But in this year's draft, the Mavericks' operations are not over yet.

When the draft reached the 25th pick, "Magic" Johnson finally let go. They accepted Smith Jr. and next year's second-round pick, and handed the 27th overall pick from the Nets to the Mavericks. "Magic" has a lot of draft picks this year. Use one to bet on Smith Jr., he has such capital.

The moment the transaction was completed, Yiyang, Cuban and Nelson looked at each other and smiled. The Dallas Mavericks' mission in this year's draft was successfully completed.

"With the 27th overall pick in the 2017 draft, the Dallas Mavericks selected...Kyle Kuzma, from the University of Utah." Adam Silver announced. (https:)

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