On June 24, US time, the 2016 NBA Draft was held as scheduled at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

The draft teams of the league teams entered the stadium early.

In front of the stage is still the Little Green House. This year, a total of 16 people including popular rookies Ben Simmons and Ingram were invited to enter.

This number is much smaller than last year, which also indirectly shows that this year is a young Chinese New Year.

Simmons and Ingram also had nervous expressions.

The draft pick was decided by the draw a month ago.

The No. 1 pick is from the Lakers, and the No. 1 pick is from the 76ers.

Although the two have already locked in the top two, they have a big difference. Going to the Lakers is going to Los Angeles, and they can not only become the top scorer but also go to big cities.

It can be seen at this glance, but it is not their final say who is the No. 1 pick, it depends on what the Lakers management thinks.

When Tang Tian and Demps were walking towards the draft cabin, they unexpectedly met an old acquaintance.

Kobe, this guy who has only been retired for two months, is wearing a suit that is not strong, but has a slim beard and a small belly.

It seems that the life after retirement is extremely comfortable.

Tang Tian saw him say something to Demps, and shouted directly to say hello.

"Hey, Kobe."

"Hey, Michael Don."

Kobe smiled and reached out to Tang Tian, ​​his mouth became smooth and smooth.

Tang Tian laughed after hearing this. Kobe really turned into a famous person in seconds, and seemed to be a human being.

During the chat, Tang Tian also knew that Kobe was helping his old friend Kupchek as a staff officer.

The Lakers finally chose a No. 1 pick. Whether to choose Simmons or Ingram is related to revival. Kupchek has to fully consider the opinions of all parties before making the final decision.

Tang Tian didn't interrupt. He was willing to advise the Lakers because of Kobe. Now Kobe has retired.

"Summer, do you train together?"

Tang Tian glanced at Kobe's belly and said jokingly.

"No, no, another day, I have to work hard to have a boy now."

Kobe laughed, then turned around and pointed not far away.

Vanessa sat there with three daughters beside her. When she saw them, she even reached out to say hello.

Tang Tian also greeted them with a smile.

"Then come on."

Tang Tian stopped and said with a smile.

He easily beat Kobe in giving birth to a son.

After chatting for a while, Tang Tian said goodbye to Kobe and then entered the draft cabin.

After the live broadcast and broadcasting are ready, the 2016 NBA Draft will begin soon.

Xiao Hua walked out from behind the stage, his face looked very bad.

The 2015-2016 season has come to an end, but the discussion about the referee’s penalty in the finals has not stopped.

If Tang Tian hadn't scored 62 points in the end and brought the Pelicans the championship, the league might not have ended.

Under such circumstances, the bosses of each team of the league board of directors have great opinions about him and have even proposed the idea of ​​changing the league president.

If he hadn't negotiated a new broadcast contract before, he would have stepped down now.

But even if he barely remains in power, his influence is no longer as good as before.

He walked to the front desk and tried hard to squeeze out a smile.

He was greeted by boos from the audience.

If it was just symbolic to Stern and the previous years, then this would be a real boo.

It is conceivable how dissatisfied the fans are now with him and the league.

Xiao Hua was very embarrassed, but he could only force his face to laugh. He waited until the boo was gone and then his opening remark began.

“Welcome to Brooklyn, New York…”

Tang Tian watched outside on TV in the talent show hut. Looking at Xiao Hua's expression, he felt inexplicably happy.

It's a pity that Xiao Hua didn't step down this time, but according to this momentum, he is not far from stepping down.

The league has really made the whistle appear densely in history after the league introduced new foul rules in the 2018-2019 season.

If this momentum continues, Xiao Hua should not be able to hold on for that day.

"The No. 1 pick in the NBA in 2016 belongs to the Los Angeles Lakers, and they have five minutes to consider."

After talking about the first pick, Xiao Hua finally walked back to the backstage as if he was relieved.

This is the most tormented draft show since he took office.

"Tang, who will you choose now?"

After the Pelicans made a deal with the 76ers, the picks were 20 and 22, which is still early to that pick.

At the beginning of the draft, it is a regular operation to discuss the No. 1 pick.

"The probability of Ben is higher."

Tang Tian replied.

Now the butterfly effect is becoming increasingly greater. Not only are the lineups and history of each team, but even the draft pick rankings have changed.

The Lakers draw the No. 1 pick, which is probably the result that Lakers fans dream of.

Simmons has the highest call for the No. 1 pick, but the Lakers' management is in chaos now. Jim Bass has already given power and Jenny Bass is online.

No one knows whether the Lakers will have a special liking for Ingram, and Tang Tian can only say that it is Simmons' probability higher.

Fortunately, five minutes passed quickly, Xiao Hua came out with the Lakers selection result.

Another boo was greeted, Xiao Hua was really sad these days.

But when he was about to announce the result, the scene became quiet again.

It is still very exciting to see who the No. 1 pick is a success.

Simmons and Ingram both grew their heads.

"The Los Angeles Lakers chose the No. 1 pick in the NBA in 2016... Ben Simmons, a small forward of 2.08 meters, from the University of Louisville."

When Xiao Hua read this choice, the Lakers fans who came to the scene screamed loudly.

Simmons' performance in college was far better than Ingram and was hailed by the media as the next James.

The Lakers chose him as a sure-fire deal.

"The Lakers are rising soon."

Demps said instinctively.

The Lakers have always wanted to pursue James, and now they have a new James.

Tang Tian smiled and said nothing.

Simmons' talent is indeed very good, but motivation is a problem. In history, there are constant news on the off-site in Philadelphia. When he arrived in Los Angeles... no one knows what he would become.

The Lakers chose Simmons, and the 76ers then chose Ingram.

However, because the teams behind the Western Conference were very poor last season, many of the remaining rookies in the lottery area went to the Western Conference.

The Suns, who were third in the pick, chose Jaylen Brown and went to form the Gemini with Porzingis.

The Timberwolves, the fourth pick, chose Chris Dunn.

The Nuggets, who had the fifth pick, chose Jamal Murray.

The Kings, who were in the sixth overall pick, chose Buddy Hilde.

The Bucks, who were in the seventh overall pick, chose Dragan Bender.

...

The previous draft went very quickly, and it was the Pelicans' turn shortly after the lottery ended.

The 20th and 22nd picks are both very awkward picks in the draft New Year.

This is also the reason why the 76ers are willing to package transactions with two similar picks.
Chapter completed!