Chapter 554 The Pelicans' Choice
"Do you really want to choose him?"
Although there have been communication before, Demps still asked again before making the final choice.
Because the person Tang Tian suggested did not reach the strength of the first round after they understood it.
Tang Tian nodded with certainty. For him, this was a choice that he didn't need to consider.
Even if he asked Demps to trade a first-round draft pick, it was all because of him.
Demps turned his attention to Benson.
Benson nodded without hesitation.
He is the kind of boss who cares a lot about the team, so he knows the communication between Tang Tian and Demps. He trusts Tang Tian very much now.
Benson nodded, and Demps did not hesitate any more and handed the envelope with the result to the staff.
Xiao Hua walked out of the backstage for the 27th time.
He wiped his forehead. It was really tiring to go in and out of the talent show.
When he saw that it was the Pelicans, he remembered Tang Tian and then what Stern said to him some time ago.
He smiled and then opened the envelope.
The Pelicans fans who came to the scene were full of expectations.
Demps' operations in the past season have been very impressive, so even the draw at the end of the first round has made them look forward to it.
The Pelicans' style of playing last season was actually very distinctive, with Tang Tian and Davis, and a bunch of 3D shooters on the outside.
Amino failed to develop three-pointers last season, and 3D players on the outside are definitely their first choice.
However, there are actually not many 3D players that can be selected for this ranking.
c.j.Wilcox, a shooting guard, threw more than 250 three-pointers in his freshman season and was also very defensive.
Joe Harris, who is stronger than 3 but weaker in D. He threw 263 three-pointers in a single season, and his 40.7% three-point shooting percentage ranks second in the University of Virginia team's three-point shooting percentage.
kj McDaniels, this is a d but not a 3 for the time being. He performed well on the defensive end and had certainly possible development of three-point shooting ability.
Basically, it's these three people.
Amid the expectations of Pelicans fans on the scene, Xiao Hua announced the Pelicans' choice.
"The 27th pick in the first round of 2014, the New Orleans Pelicans chose... Nikola Jokic, center of 2.08 meters, from Serbia."
When Xiao Hua announced the Pelicans' choice, the fans in the audience were confused.
Who is this Jokic? What the hell is Serbia?
And there is no 3D forward guard player, so he chose a short center of 2.08 meters!
The Pelicans' choice is really incomprehensible!
Even Walker, who was communicating with Napier, turned his head in surprise.
He knew that Tang Tian went to the Pelicans draft office, and Tang Tian must have participated in this choice.
But why did you choose someone who has never appeared on the prediction list?
After reading Xiao Hua's announcement, Demps couldn't help but pursed his mouth.
He trusted Tang Tian’s vision, but this choice was indeed not his original intention. He was more inclined to choose Wilcox.
Moreover, Jokic still has a contract with overseas teams, so it may not be here this season.
Demps was a little confused, but Tang Tian was a little excited.
After Xiao Hua announced it, it was like a one-time deal was finalized.
Jokic, finally comes to the Pelicans!
Although it is only a rookie Jokic, this will greatly increase the Pelicans' bench strength next season.
Of course, the most important thing is that the Pelicans' future is more worth looking forward to!
Although Whiteside's stay or not is still uncertain, Jokic + Davis + He + Holiday, this lineup is completely worthwhile even if it is played against the Warriors after the rise!
As for the buyout, he will find a way to let Demps do it. If it really doesn't work, he can pay it!
Just like investing in Ferrari, this is a deal that can help him earn more krypton gold and make sure to make a profit!
Demps couldn't understand Tang Tian's excitement.
However, Tang Tian’s previous suggestions have always been successful, and I hope they can succeed this time.
The Pelicans completed their choice, and the first round draft is about to end.
But Demps was not idle and continued to communicate with other teams.
In addition to suggesting Jokic this year, Tang Tian also has targeted people in the second round.
Spencer Dinwiddie, this is Tang Tian’s first goal.
Dinwiddie's strength is actually enough for the first round, but no one dares to choose because of the hidden danger of knee injury.
But as a time traveler, Tang Tian knew his strength, the kind of potential point guard who could become the sixth man. If the Pelicans could get him in the second round, he would definitely make a profit.
Of course, if there is a first goal, there is a second goal. If the deal is not achieved, then Taylor Johnson's undraft is his second goal.
Johnson is a double-season guard with good three-pointers. The Pelicans' defeat of him is also a reinforcement for the back line.
The second round of draft has begun, and the person who appeared in front of the stage has changed from Xiao Hua to Taitum.
The 31st pick Bucks chose Damien Ingris, officially kicking off the second round draft.
There is no progress on Demps.
Until the 36th ranking, Tang Tian knew that the transaction was basically impossible.
Just as he was about to settle for the second best and was about to turn his target to Johnson, Demps suddenly looked at him.
"The Pistons want an extra second-round pick next year."
Demps' previous plan was Dalius Millerga's No. 53 this year.
Miller was the No. 46 show in 2012, and this value is basically equivalent, but if they were asked to make another second round next year, they would obviously lose.
"Give."
Tang Tian said without hesitation.
The Pelicans' record next year will definitely improve, and the second round of signing is worthless.
Benson nodded.
Demps picked up the phone again and after some communication.
"nailed it."
Because each team has only 2 minutes to consider in the second round, the 37th pick has been selected at this time.
This is a standard buzzer-beating deal.
However, it is better to beat the buzzer than to fail the final victory, and they gained a lot in this draft.
Even if this happens, he can try to get Taylor Johnson in the market for losing the election, which is the Great Perfection.
"The 38th pick in the second round of the NBA in 2014, the New Orleans Pelicans chose Spencer Dinwiddie, a point guard of 1.98 meters, from the University of Colorado."
After hearing the deals and choices continuously, the Pelicans fans on the scene became more excited at this time.
Dinwiddie University has a potential knee injury, but in his 17 games, his three-point shooting percentage is as high as 41.3%, and he has averaging 1.5 steals per game.
If his injury does not affect his performance in the NBA, this is definitely a great value for money 3D player.
Strictly speaking, this is still an organized 3D player, which is a perfect match with the current Pelicans.
Chapter completed!