The Orlando Magic's 10-man delegation arrived in Los Angeles on May 26 under the leadership of head coach Stan Van Gundy and general manager Odis Smith, which shows the importance the Magic place on Dug.

This year, the Magic stopped in the Eastern Conference semifinals, and the news made the entire Orlando fan base sad for a long time.

After the end of the season, there was news of discord between the generals and coaches.

Rumor has it that Dwight Howard once pressured the boss in person after Game 5, hoping that the boss would control Stan Van Gundy's stinky temper, and that Stan Van Gundy would reduce the amount of training.

But... Everyone knows that Stan Van Gundy is a stubborn man. In terms of coaching, he is very capable, but when it comes to dealing with players, he seriously lacks the art of leadership.

It is not difficult to see from the fourth game of the playoffs that he just listened to Duge's words and asked Dug to stand up and help him reprimand the players.

Fortunately, Dugg is a smart man, and he didn't really open fire, otherwise he would have to become a public enemy of magic.

The tryouts were held at the UCLA training gym, and the Magic also brought in several other players as foils.

Jeff Van Gundy didn't test Dug's stats, but went straight to the full field drill. He focused on Duger's 'cover quality', 'forward defense', 'pick-and-roll offense', 'quick offensive and defensive transitions', 'passing strategy', 'perimeter ball carrier defense', 'basket protection', 'defensive rebounding' and 'offensive rebounding'.

The trial lasted almost 2 hours.

Jeff Van Gundy wrote nearly ten pages densely in his little notebook.

He was very happy with Dugg, who showed more than he expected and suited his semi-circle play perfectly, and he would be the most qualified substitute for Dwight Howard, and he could even play with Howard to create an iron-clad box.

In his judging system, Duger's 'screen quality', 'passing strategy', 'basket protection' and 'defensive rebounding' are all top-notch.

One of the most exciting things for him is Dug's basket protection, Snoopy's maneuverability over short distances is so strong that he barely gives his opponent any chance of a dunk, and when his opponent takes off, he can immediately grab the best block position with fast movement, and then use his incredible speed and terrifying power to intercept his opponent.

In addition, the three items of 'anti-blocking offense' and 'offensive rebounding' are also above grade A.

'Defending forward' is decent, and it is easy to miss the step when stepping back.

As for the 'quick transition between offense and defense' and 'outside ball carrier defense', they are not satisfactory.

Snoopy couldn't seem to move his thighs, his stride was too small, albeit fast.

In the link of rapid offensive and defensive conversion, this problem is not too obvious. However, when the outside defender swings man, he is obviously passive, and although his defensive position is very smart, it is almost difficult for opponents to fool him with feints, but when the opponent directly strides super change of direction, he seems powerless.

However, in terms of the standards of the interior players, it is already very good, which greatly exceeds expectations.

So, at the end of the day, Stan Van Gundy took the initiative to come over and shake Dug's hand: "If there are no accidents, you'll get a Magic jersey this summer." We're going to try to trade up, and Orlando needs a defensive interior player like you who is smart and extremely mobile in the box. ”

Dugg smiled slightly, and first he thanked Stan Van Gundy for his draft promise. Then he said seriously: "Sir, I'm not really an inside player. My goal has always been to be a point guard. Of course, before I have enough game control, I'll do a good job on the inside. Please be aware of this. ”

Stan Van Gundy laughed, "You're so humorous. ”

He thought Dugg was joking with him.

But Dugg swears he really didn't.

However, this oath made the Magic coaches laugh even more.

Odessmith walked over and patted Dugg on the shoulder, "Alright, Lord Snoopy, put your heart back in your stomach." You don't have to stress too much that you're a point guard, we don't lower our judgment of you because of your height, and we don't underestimate your strength because of the negative comments about you right now. I can assure you that you must be this year's lotto show. ”

"Orlando is home to the world's largest Disneyland. The Duke and Princess will surely live there in a sweet life! ”

Smith's sense of humor once again made the coaching staff laugh.

They were glad that Snoopy had been discovered.

Stan Van Gundy was even thinking that if Howard pretended to be sick again in the future, he would use Snoopy to execute a semi-circle tactic, and once he won consecutive victories, the monster would have to come over and beg for mercy.

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Although the trial was held in secret, there are no impermeable walls. Even before the Lakers went on a two-game losing streak on the road, the news was on the desks of every NBA general manager.

The Dallas Mavericks and the Miami Heat called almost at the same time to ask, and Lin Weiwei gave the explanation: "It's hard to refuse." ”

When they asked if Orlando had made a commitment, Lin told them very clearly: "Stan Van Gundy wants to use Snoopy and Dwight to create the NBA's No. 1 No-Fly Zone!" ”

The news reached the ears of the two through the earpiece, and both of them looked awe-inspired.

Dwight plus Snoopy, this combination is absolutely the top level in the league in terms of blocks alone.

No, Snoopy has to be stopped from joining Orlando.

Orlando now has the strength to make a decisive match in the East, and with Snoopy, who can fit the tactical system perfectly, wouldn't that be a tiger with wings?

In case of... Snoopy will really grow into an all-around player inside and outside in the future, and the East will be ruled by Orlando. After all... Dwight Howard hasn't reached his prime yet! The two beasts roared together, and the entire alliance had to tremble with it.

After Pat Riley hung up the phone, he hurried into action and sought a deal.

The Heat are in the East, and they're in the same division as the Magic, so they can't afford to watch it go big.

Dallas is a long way from Florida, but the Mavericks have always been a team aiming to win a championship, and they don't want to be a Maverick in Texas. Therefore, Nelson Jr. immediately reported to Mark Cuban, and Mark Cuban heard this message and quickly ordered to block the Orlando Magic with all his might.

When the three teams began to do their best to find a draft pick in the lottery area, it immediately stirred up a storm. Originally, 08 was recognized as a small year for the draft, and everyone had an attitude of 'it's a pity to discard the tasteless food' for draft picks. But now suddenly there is a competition for an offer, which immediately makes the hearts of the teams in the lottery area come alive. Some people want to make a profit from it, and some people want to find out which player they have selected and are ready to cut a sideways.

The general managers of the NBA are all human spirits, and all of a sudden... The price of draft picks is going up.

Overnight, it changed the landscape of the 'draft year'.

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