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Chapter 275 [Summer pick up leaks, 4 people in the new season]

Chapter 275 [Summer pick up leaks, 14 people in the new season]

Glenn continued to look at the profile of the second person, still an unknown person. "Mark Jackson? Center?"

"He doesn't have NBA experience, but he has a strong physique. He can be a meat shield in the playoffs and replace Cato. He plays very well in summer league, he can attack in the post and can shoot in the open. Don't hesitate, this person must be signed. ." Yang Rui smiled.

Seeing this name, Glenn first thought of the Pacers' starting point guard. Yang Rui was talking about a center, who was 208cm tall and weighed 122kg. He was selected by the Warriors with the ninth overall pick in the 1997 second round.

Mark Jackson was unlucky. He was seriously injured in the 97 Summer League, and then there was no more. The Warriors felt that he was 22 years old and had little potential to be tapped.

After that, he played in the lower leagues and was in good shape. In 1998, when he wanted to find a job in the NBA, he was suspended. He could only continue to play in the lower leagues, and then suffered an injury. He was recovering from the injury in the summer of 1999, and no one was interested in him.

In Yang Rui's previous life, a healthy Jackson represented the Warriors in the preseason in the 2000-2001 season, and was finally signed by virtue of his excellent performance.

He only appeared in the second half of the season. Three players on the team were out due to injuries, and no one was available inside. At the age of 26, he had an amazing rookie season. Since he became the team's starter, he has averaged 18.9 points and 9.4 rebounds per game, shooting 55.9% from the field and 83.3% from the free throw line. A contender for the best rookie in the NBA.

It's a pity that he only played 48 games, and the data on the bench was poor. In the end, he failed to compete with the Grizzlies forward Mike Miller with 11.9 points, 4 rebounds and 1.7 assists.

Yang Rui doesn't want to let go of this "Jie Crazy". Although there are hidden dangers of injury, he is capable of starting.He has played the starting center in both the Warriors and the 76ers, and as long as he controls his minutes, he should be healthy.

Glenn Gruward said no nonsense and expressed his willingness to sign Mark Jackson. The team's requirements for Yang Rui are unconditional. This is the treatment a hero deserves.

If Yang Rui insisted on keeping Cato and Christie, although the boss felt uncomfortable, he might agree to defend the title. Of course, that would not benefit everyone.

The third man was an unfamiliar insider, Glenn had no idea at all, and his name was Mark Blunt.

He is 213cm tall and weighs 102kg. He was selected by the Sonics with the 1997th place in the second round in 26 and failed to get a contract. In the 1997-98 season, he played in the American CBA League. On January 1999, 1, he signed a short-term contract with the Los Angeles Clippers as a free agent. He was cut by the Clippers two days after training and failed to appear on the court.

He had good numbers in the lower leagues last season, so scouts have collected data, but it's just not detailed enough.

Young Rui knows that Bronte has potential and fits into the Raptors system.His mid-range shooting is good, but his disadvantage is that he is too soft. The offensive end basically does not enter the three-second zone, the defensive end cannot hold people, and his ability to control rebounds is poor.

Blunt's style is similar to "Snake Man" Mickey Moore, with obvious tactical effects.To this end, he signed a 2004-year 6 million long-term contract with the Celtics in 4200. Although it was later called a junk contract, it was because he had money and stopped working hard, and his defense became slack.

When Glenn saw that this guy could make a mid-range shot, he knew he was replacing Detrev, and that's fine.

Only the last person Yang Rui recommended, Glenn, objected. "Jerry, are you sure you want Matt Halprin? He played 4 games last season and was seriously injured. He has a serious ankle injury. He may not be able to sign it. There are two years left on the rookie contract. We have to find Just a solid small forward."

In Glenn's view, neither veteran Mario Elie nor Halprin are qualified to start, and the swingman position is much weaker than last season.

In order to make up for the weakness, the management is willing to spend money, and it is still affordable to poach individuals around 300 million.

But Yang Rui didn't want to spend high salaries to bring in capable veterans, especially those people who would soon be in decline in his impression.If a veteran is not willing to be a substitute, it will also affect the training of Michael Reed.

Yang Rui intends to let Reed compete for the Rookie of the Year. There is a lack of talent in this class. Reid is given 25 minutes of performance time in the regular season. He is likely to have better data than Mike Miller.

Yang Rui smiled and said: "When I played against the Magic, I was very impressed with Halprin. He is a tough guy from a football family, and he will definitely not be so easily defeated by injuries. Just because he didn't play last season, we There is a chance that the transaction will be successful without paying a lot of money.”

Halprin was selected by the Magic with the 1998th overall pick in 15 and was selected for the best rookie team in the shortened season. Because he was seriously injured last season, there is a serious injury risk. In Yang Rui's previous life, the Magic traded him to the Cavaliers, only for a replacement. A 2001 second-round pick.

At present, only Yang Rui in the league knows that Halprin can overcome injuries. He has been seriously injured four times and recovered well in the first three times. It was not until 2009 that he chose to retire due to a serious knee injury.

Halprin might have been an All-Star if he hadn't been seriously injured in his second and third seasons of his career.Even so, he just joined the Jazz in the 02-03 season and averaged 17.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game. He shot 51.1% from the field and 41.3% from three.

As long as he is healthy, Halprin will be the best deal for the Raptors this summer, and it is definitely a leak!

"Are you sure you want to trade him?" Glenn sighed.

"For sure, I will limit his playing time. It can help the team to ensure efficiency in a short period of time. I regard him as a championship puzzle. Don't need a lot of chips. Next year's second-round picks and some cash should be almost the same." Yang Rui laughed.

The Raptors' second-round draft pick can't be high, and the Magic may not be as happy as they promised the Cavaliers.

"Okay, I'll contact the Magic Manager. If there are too many requests there, let's discuss it."

The next day, Yang Rui received a call from Glenn at home and received good news that all four of them could join the Raptors.This is normal, except for veteran Mario, the other three are not optimistic.

Mario Elie signed a one-year veteran contract. He has a championship ring. He has no regrets in his career. He just feels that he can still play and wants to hold on for another year.

Halprin's trading chip is a second round plus 60 cash, which is roughly equivalent to giving away the Raptors for nothing.

At the request of Yang Rui, Glenn directly signed a two-year base salary with Mark Jackson, and the second year was a team option.The strength is strong, and Yang Rui is afraid that he will be poached by other teams after one year of playing, which will result in a big loss.

Mark - Blunt still needs to observe, he will represent the Raptors in the preseason, and see the performance to decide whether to sign.If his performance is average, he can at most sign a non-guaranteed minimum salary, which can be waived at any time in the middle of the season.

This is because the Raptors only have two point guards, Curry's cameo is not good, Boykins is too short, and the perimeter also needs to find someone to play the preseason, and the last spot may also sign a point guard to strengthen the perimeter. The depth of the bench, in case the team suffers an injury, you can play to top it.

So far, the Raptors' lineup for the new season is basically determined, and 14 people will definitely stay.

Centers: Kevin Willis, Brad Miller, Jerome James, Mark Jackson.

Power forwards: Jermaine O'Neal, Jumaine Jones.

Small forwards: Matt Halprin, Mario Elie, Ryan Bowen.

Shooting guards: Vince Carter, Michael Reed, Dell Curry.

Point guards: Earl Boykins, Chauncey Billups.

(End of this chapter)