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Chapter 204 I'm so glad he's here to assist me! (First update, please subscribe and vote!)
"Why did you sign up for 'The Dream' training course? Do you want to sit and play against Yao Ming in the new season?"

Shortly after his decadent vacation began, Qin Yue learned that Kwame Brown was preparing to enroll in Hakeem Olajuwon's "Dream Factory" low-level training program.

This greatly shocked Qin Yue.

Because he knew very well that the other party's actions were completely futile.

“You know, the NBA will change the rules on ball-handling and traveling in the new season,” Brown said to Qin Yue. “I want to try and see if I can develop more offensive skills under the new rules.”

With Brown's explanation, Qin Yue roughly understood the other party's thoughts.

Simply put...
Brown felt he couldn't learn the original Dream Dance moves.

But this doesn't mean that under the new rules, he can't develop his own dream dance moves.

Just like in the future, James, who made up for his lack of talent through hard work, also developed his own "Nightmare Steps" and went on to call himself the master of low-post footwork.

“I already have a general idea, I just need to go to DreamWorks for some inspiration,” Brown said confidently, looking at Qin Yue.

Upon hearing this, Qin Yue, knowing that the other party was unhappy about not sending money to Hakeem Olajuwon, did not choose to stop them.

After all, regardless of whether Brown succeeds or not, Qin Yue couldn't dampen his enthusiasm when he was in the middle of it all.

"So, what are you planning to do next?"

Before parting ways with Qin Yue, Brown asked curiously, "You can't just stay at home all the time before the World Championships start, can you?"

"I'm busy."

"What are you busy with?"

“Maria is preparing for the US Open, so I need to hurry up and pass on my tips on the Dream Dance to her.”

"Isn't she a tennis player? Why is she learning the Dream Shake?"

"You don't need to worry about that. In short, with my help, she will definitely become the top favorite at the US Open this year."

"By the way, why won't you teach me the Dream Dance? If you were willing to teach me, wouldn't I be able to skip going to 'Dream Factory'?"

"Get lost! My dreamlike dance moves are passed down only to women, not men!"

Seeing Qin Yue's suddenly angry face, Brown immediately guessed what kind of content the other party was teaching in his Dream Dance.

The ever-sensible Brown did not choose to continue disturbing Qin Yue's colorful holiday life.

I simply advised the other person, in the tone of someone who's been through it all, "Please take good care of yourself!"

……

After saying goodbye to Brown, Qin Yue's happy vacation was not interrupted until a week later.

The reason is that Ben Wallace, who was waived by the Nuggets this summer, proactively submitted his resume to the Warriors.

Originally
Ben Wallace, who was waived by the Nuggets, would prefer to return to Detroit to take a minimum salary contract and end his career in a way that allows him to return to his roots.

However, Ben Wallace's agent responded, "Ben, since you only want a minimum salary, why don't we try our luck in Oakland? Haven't you seen the news? The Warriors are searching the world for a backup center."

Seeing this, Ben Wallace, feeling a sudden surge of excitement and a sense of boundless freedom, slapped his thigh and said, "You're right! I still have gas in the tank! If the Warriors are willing to take me in, I have a real chance to win one or two more championship rings before the end of my career!"

Thus, through his agent's efforts, Ben Wallace came into the Warriors' front office's sights.

Of course, whether Ben Wallace will ultimately join the Warriors remains to be seen.
It mainly depends on Qin Yue's opinion.

After all, no matter how bad the new GOAT's judgment is, the Warriors' management wouldn't dare to disobey this Bay Area's only true god, whom even the team owner has to kneel before.

"To be honest, we don't really need a player like Ben."

During the phone call, when asked by President Larry Riley whether the team would sign Ben Wallace, Qin Yue said, "He has no offensive ability whatsoever, and his free throw shooting gets worse every year. Right now, his only role on the court is to use his remaining defensive experience to play for about ten minutes every game as a substitute."

"Okay, I'll tell them right away that he's not in our consideration."

"No, I mean, we can give him a base salary."

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Riley didn't understand why Qin Yue would suggest the Warriors sign Ben Wallace when the Warriors didn't need him.

Fortunately, Qin Yue quickly answered Riley's doubts: "I appreciate Ben's attitude, and no matter who we sign to replace Adonaal, he will mainly be in charge of the atmosphere team in the future."

“I understand. I’ll contact Ben Wallace’s agent right away.”

Although Qin Yue's final decision to sign with Daben was quite hasty.

But as a knowledgeable president, Riley knew very well...
Since the Warriors can move Qin Yue to the center position at any time and thus acquire one of the greatest centers in history, they don't have high expectations for the backup center position.

With veteran Foyle retiring, the Warriors simply need a backup center who can fill any gaps.

therefore
The base is perfectly capable of meeting the emergency requirements, so it doesn't matter if it's not a good match for the Warriors.

The following day, Ben Wallace flew to Oakland and signed a two-year minimum salary contract with the Warriors.

"You know, I've always been a Messiah fan." After signing with the Warriors, Ben Wallace said excitedly, "I've wanted to play with him for a long time."

Having completed its initial roster improvements, the Warriors then fell silent in the free agent market, leaving the stage for other teams to shine.

……

mid-July.

After much anticipation, LeBron James officially announced via live television that he would be bringing his talents to New York.

Because the Cavaliers' management had already prepared for James' departure this summer, and given that in this era dominated by Qin Yue, Cleveland fans had long given up hope that James could lead the Cavaliers to a championship, the outcome was different from the "Decision 1" in Qin Yue's memory.
Despite the fact that many angry Cavaliers fans chose to burn his jersey shortly after James made the momentous decision to join the Knicks.

But overall
The pain James' departure from Cleveland in this lifetime is far less devastating for the city's fans than Qin Yue recalls. Furthermore, it differs from historical events.

Both the league and James' sponsors are very pleased to see the choice James made this summer.

After all, before leading the Cavaliers to a upset by the Bobcats last season, James already had the momentum of being "second only to one person and above all others".

NBA chief director David Stern knew very well that even if he wanted to witness LeBron James lead the Cavaliers to redemption, he had to objectively consider James's perspective.
Just how terrifying will the opponent that young LeBron James, who still needs time to grow, face in the future be?

In Stern's view, if James had stayed in Cleveland, even if the league continued to pour resources into him, he might not have been able to engage in that great competition with Qin Yue.

But James' decision to join the Knicks is different.

First, the Knicks have assembled a highly talented roster led by Durant, Westbrook, and Harden over the past two years.

Secondly, the exposure that New York can provide to James is something that Cleveland simply cannot match.

In Stern's mind, in this era where Qin Yue dominated the alliance...
Since American basketball needs a "Captain America" ​​to rival Qin Yue, and since the NBA needs a team to create suspense with the Warriors.
What could be more gratifying than LeBron James choosing to join the Knicks?

"You know, I've always admired 'KD,' he's incredibly strong, and I can't wait to play with him in the new season."

In an interview with ESPN's Jim Gray, James said, "To be honest, it wasn't an easy decision to make. For the past few years, I've been seen as the 'Cleveland legend,' and I know a lot of people wanted me to stay in Cleveland, but after careful consideration, I ultimately decided to bring my talents to New York."

Gray asked, "LeBron, in order to join the Knicks, you will regretfully miss out on a supermax contract under the new collective bargaining agreement. What are your thoughts on that?"

James said, "You know, I've never played for money. I love basketball, so even if joining the Knicks means missing out on a supermax contract, I'm willing to do it."

Gray then asked, "What do you think you can bring to the Knicks?"

James confidently stated, "Experience. You know, 'KD' and the others are in the most crucial growth phase of their careers, and I think I can definitely be their mentor."

Gray concluded by asking, "Do you think the Knicks will immediately become championship contenders after you join?"

If this were a historical moment, James would likely have already blurted out, "Not one, not two, but three, four, five, six, seven, eight championships."

But this was an era in which Qin Yue had already officially begun his reign.
Knowing that playing it safe and developing his skills is the key, James paused for a few seconds before saying, "You know, the Knicks can't be considered a super team yet, but I will do my best and work with my teammates to do our best."

When Qin Yue saw James say that the Knicks were not yet a super team, he almost spat out the water he had just drunk.

Admittedly, Durant, Harden, and Westbrook all still need time to develop.

Can.
If a team with the Knicks' Big Three plus LeBron James can't be considered a super team, then you can't say that the current Warriors are just a CBA team led by Qin Yue, can you?
When the four MVPs Qin Yue remembers all gathered in the Big Apple, considering that the Knicks are still enjoying the benefits of contracts with their young core players, they still have some room to maneuver.
Qin Yue always felt that, through his butterfly effect, he might have indirectly created a team that would be extremely explosive even in the long history of the NBA.

but
Qin Yue was still very curious.

How should the Knicks distribute their ball possession this season?

It's also worth mentioning that on the same day James officially announced he would join the Knicks on a four-year contract with a "3+1" structure and a total value of $8100 million...
Durant also held a press conference at the urging of Westbrook and Harden.

“'KD', do you remember what Messiah told you before?”

When James announced that he would be Durant's mentor, the ever-proud Westbrook told Durant, "I don't care what others think, but 'KD,' you have to give me an answer right now. You know, I only recognize you as the leader of this team, and I will never allow anyone to be above you."

Like Westbrook, Harden, who already considers Durant his mentor, also advised: "LeBron is indeed one of the top superstars in the league today, but he is a newcomer after all. 'KD,' since you've always thought the Knicks were your team, you now have to tell the world that he's just the player the Knicks brought in to assist you."

Because every time Qin Yue finished coaching Durant, Durant would share the insights and lessons Qin Yue taught him with Harden and Westbrook.
So little did Qin Yue know that while he was influencing Durant, he was also influencing Harden and Westbrook's still-developing values.
no doubt.

If Durant were still the same Durant from the same era, and his two younger teammates hadn't been influenced by Qin Yue, then given Durant's personality, even if James hadn't been so swayed, he would likely have proactively handed over "military power" to this king.

But now
"I'm very happy that the team management has brought in such a capable assistant for me!"

At the press conference, Durant pulled out a prepared statement written for him by his two teammates and read it aloud: "I believe that with LeBron James' assistance, we will definitely win the championship together for the Knicks!"

The next day, when Qin Yue saw on his phone that Durant said "James is here to assist him," Qin Yue immediately felt that Durant had made something of himself.

Meanwhile, James never expected that Durant would give him a hard time as soon as he joined the Knicks.

Although James has publicly stated that he doesn't care whether he will be supporting Durant or Durant will be supporting him in the Knicks, James' decision to join the Knicks has been quite open.

But that was clearly just something James said to the public.

Now, with Durant eager to define himself as his second-in-command, James is feeling unprecedented pressure.

The Knicks are destined for an extraordinary season.

Meanwhile, shortly after James made "Decision 1," another earthquake in Miami officially ended its gestation phase.

After acquiring Carmelo Anthony through a trade, the Heat signed Chris Bosh from the free agent market, forming a new Miami Big Three led by Wade, Anthony, and Bosh overnight.

"Melo, why did you go to the East? Didn't we agree to be each other's angels?"

"Come on, if I stay in the West any longer, I'll never make it to the NBA Finals in my lifetime!"

"The problem is, even if you go to the East, you might not make it to the Finals!"

"That's still better than staying in the West! If I stayed in the West, you'd beat me up four times a year! Do you know how much damage you've done to my young heart?"

It's obvious.
Last season, Qin Yue's unstoppable momentum had a tremendous impact on the current era.

This summer, the big names in the free agent market are clearly more inclined to choose Eastern Conference teams as their next destination.

The day the Heat formed their Big Three.
Kyle Lowry, whom the Lakers were unable to retain this summer, signed with the Indiana Pacers.

In addition, Amar'e Stoudemire, once a renowned "little tyrant," also joined the Bulls through a sign-and-trade deal.

These trades and signings have made the landscape of the Eastern Conference in the new season a complete mess.

As the instigator of this situation, Qin Yue, who was busy enjoying his vacation, had his happy holiday interrupted again by the team president Riley in late July of that year.
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