22. West's revival plan, the cardinal lights cigars!

"Don't think too much, I'm just a fan today."

Jerry West, who was interviewed before the game, said directly: "I know what you are thinking."

"Whether it's Luke Hobbs or Allen, they're definitely lottery rookies."

"Our goal this season is the playoffs, and the team's draft picks simply can't pick these two young guys."

The meaning of the logo was very clear.

Although the Lakers don't have any superstars now, their playoff berth was still very stable.

A team that can make the playoffs, with a draft pick in hand, can't be a lottery pick.

On the other hand, Hobbs and Iverson were definitely lottery-level rookies.

In particular, Allen Iverson, this was the biggest favorite in the 1996 No. 1 pick.

Do you expect the playoff team to add another No.1 overall pick?

It's too outrageous.

Mr. West was also worthy of being an old gritter.

After he said these words, he directly dispelled the idea of the media digging into the topic.

What people don't know was.

It was absolutely impossible to select these two young people with only the Lakers draft picks.

But what if you start a transaction?

Although the Lakers do not have superstars, they have three All-Stars.

Van Exel, Eddie Jones, Divac.

None of these three were in LOGO's future team building plans.

Taking advantage of such a hot market for the 1996 rookies, the three All-Star players were traded in exchange for the team's future building blocks.

Why not?

More importantly.

LOGO used these words to directly make the Lakers fade out of the ranks of the hot rookie battle.

After all, the Purple and Gold Legion was a former giant. If they act too high-profile, they will be targeted by many teams.

But if you operate secretly, the probability of success was much higher.

That's right.

Jerry West today.

It's for Iverson and Luke!

He wants to see who is more suitable to shoulder the banner of the Lakers' revival plan.

Under the watchful eyes of the LOGO, the quarterfinal match between West Virginia and Georgetown officially kicked off.

In the jump ball segment, Luke Hobbs defeated his opponent with an absolute crushing advantage and took the lead in putting the ball into Iverson's hands.

West Virginia doesn't have a desperate Saburo like Kevin Ollie.

They could only watch Georgetown's classic opening combo:

Super counterattack + Quarterback long pass, reproduce the Verizon Center.

Although this scene was often seen on videotapes, Jerry West was still quite shocked when he saw it with his own eyes.

Whether it's Iverson's long passing accuracy or Luke's terrifying athleticism.

All made West shine.

On the offensive end, Iverson's singles ability was definitely the first in the NCAA league.

In addition to height, LOGO could not find any shortcomings of Iverson.

Same.

Throughout the game, Luke's offense was flying around, buzzing Verizon's center rim.

And his scoring method easily ignited the atmosphere of the fans on the scene.

Even Jerry West was a little bloody.

Not only that, Luke's defensive ability was top notch.

The West Virginia general was numb from the scalp of Luke's cap, and he had seven blocks in the first half.

If West Virginia players hadn't deliberately avoided him in the interior, his block stats would have exploded even more!

Certainly.

West Virginia avoids Luke and doesn't kill on the inside.

Their crotch-stretched mid-to-long shots and frantic strikes gave Luke a chance to top the rebound.

Halftime was over.

Iverson contributed 17 points.

Hobbs scored 20 points, 20 rebounds, and 7 blocks!

The extra-large double-double of 20+20 at halftime is the first time in the history of the Big East League!

In addition to the relatively simple means of attack, LOGO could not find any shortcomings of Luke Hobbs.

Even.

His terrifying athleticism and defensive mobility could completely mask his lack of offensive skills.

Also, Luke doesn't just eat pancakes.

His physical talent + athletic ability were all outstanding, and his ball handling ability was also passable.

From outside the three-point line, there were many scenes of single-playing defenders with the ball and forcibly blasting into the penalty area.

For Luke, this scoring method was enough.

Is it Allen Iverson or Luke Hobbs?

Jerry West was suddenly faced with a dilemma.

The two young people in Georgetown had obvious advantages and disadvantages.

Iverson was only 183, even shorter.

But his scoring ability was too strong, and he could almost do indiscriminate singles.

Hobbs's independent attack method was only one move to break through the dunk.

But his physical condition, athleticism, and defensive awareness were all monster levels.

Can use the body of a center to make technical movements like a defender. West had only seen one such player.

That guy was called Hakeem Olajuwon!

However, Luke's physical talent was more outstanding than Hakeem.

Olajuwon couldn't collect the ball from the three-point line, and he took two steps to the free throw line to take off and score!

Iverson's height was a hard injury, and it was almost difficult to make up for it.

But Luke's lack of offensive means can be made up for the day after tomorrow.

Take a look at the legendary centers who have appeared in Lakers history.

Wilt Chamberlain, Skyhook Kareem and more!

Pointing and pointing at Luke, improving his arsenal on offense, would be like sprinkling water!

More importantly.

Luke's current draft market was far inferior to Iverson, and the possibility of trading him was even higher!

Just a short intermission.

Jerry West had already made a choice in his heart.

No one knew that it was such a mediocre Big East League quarterfinal match.

A revival plan for the Lakers dynasty was quietly born!

Everyone doesn't know?

Except for that old man in Boston lighting a cigar!

"You said that guy Jerry went to Washington?"

Boston, North Shore Garden Arena, General Manager's Office.

Just lit a cigar.

Cardinal Auerbach, slowly exhaled a smoke ring: "He can't fly from Los Angeles to Washington just to watch the game."

Jerry West might fool the media and fool the fans.

But couldn't deceive the cardinal!

These two had long been rivals between coaches and players.

The LOGO knew the bishop very well, and the bishop also knew the LOGO very well.

"I heard that there are two very bright young people in Georgetown recently?"

Auerbach and the team coach in front of M. L. Kyle said: "Kyle, look for the video materials of the two young people. I want to see which one Jerry has seen."

As the nemesis of the Yellow-Green War.

The Lakers were waiting for a revival, and the Celtics were also waiting for a revival.

Jerry West's fancy newcomer, why can't I Auerbach take it?

All-star players as chips?

I have in the Celtics too!