In the timeline you know of me, Alan Iverson's shocking deal took place in late December 2006.

The Denver Nuggets suffered a major crisis as a result of the brawl at Madison Square Garden. The talented young people couldn't resist the urge in their hearts and fought with the opposing players, and the team's number one star Carmelo Anthony and the second scorer JR Smith were suspended for 15 and 10 games respectively, and the team's firepower was difficult to sustain.

At that time, Iverson was still contributing his light and heat to the 76ers, and even won the name of the best week in the first week, and the trade value was at the best time.

The trade between the two teams was a no-brainer, with Denver solving the problem of attacking power and Philadelphia getting rid of Iverson, who had been suspended for 11 days, and ushered in a glimmer of light after an 11-game losing streak.

And because of Chen Mu's appearance, due to the incident at the Che-style bar, everything was advanced.

In the original timeline, shortly after Iverson's trade, the 76ers also cut Chris Webber, whose form had dropped significantly, further clearing up salary space and embarking on a complete rebuild.

It's a pity that Iguodala, who was established as the core of the team, did not show his own strength, especially on the offensive end, and never met people's expectations. This series of changes caused the 76ers to gradually walk into the abyss, and they have not been able to completely get out of the quagmire until today.

After being traded for a long time, Iguodala also talked about this time in front of the media.

"The darkest time, it's like walking alone in the dark, there is no hope in sight, everyone is dead, no one wants to win, every day is just clocking in and out of work, the team has no vitality."

Speaking of this past, Iguodala could still see the unwillingness and reluctance on his face, and shook his head and said: "I have never accepted being rotten, never good." I've had a few arguments with Billy Kim about this, but I'm not an MVP, I'm not a superstar, and I can't influence everything. Who knows, I ended up going to Denver, and it was really fateful. ”

It wasn't until the distant 2014-2015 season that Iguodala finally met the right team for him, and reached the finals with the invincible Golden State Warriors, and finally won the FMVP trophy, which surprised many people.

However, that was all before the timeline was changed.

This time, things are different.

"Alas......"

Looking at the players on the field, Cheeks' face was full of fatigue and helplessness, and he couldn't stop shaking his head and sighing.

Although Iverson and Cheeks have had some disputes over tactical ideas, Cheeks' desire to win and his strength as soon as he gets on the pitch is something Cheeks appreciates very much.

Deep down, Cheeks can't accept the fact that the team is rotten, but as a coach, he has to think more, he can't act recklessly like a player, and the anger in his heart can only be suppressed with all his strength and can't explode.

"It's the time when the run-in is over and the results are about to improve, and this season should be the best opportunity for me to prove myself since I took charge!"

Cheeks was helpless in his heart, the lineup that had finally been run in was suddenly dismantled, and the people in the team were panicked, how to play the next game?

He didn't know either.

The day after the transaction ended, Iverson's personal belongings were emptied and he boarded a flight to Denver, and he didn't even have time to meet Chen Mu, Iguodala and others in a hurry.

That night, Andre Miller and Joe Smith reported to the team, and after a doctor's examination confirmed that there were no major injuries, the team registered the two veterans and the deal was officially completed.

The day afterward, Cheeks gathered all the players to comb through the squad and announce a new starting lineup.

"Andre Miller, Kyle Korver, Andre Iguodala, Chen Mu, Steven Hunter, the five of you will form the starting lineup!"

This starting lineup can be said to be unexpected, but it makes sense. Unexpectedly, veteran Chris Webber was left out and became a substitute. It stands to reason that almost everyone can guess that Billikin will clean up Webber's contract next, and if he is selected into the starting lineup at this time, it will undoubtedly be detrimental to the next run-in.

On the training ground, Chen Mu and others practiced with Andre Miller, who has no three-point range, but has a very good overall view of the traditional point guard, and his style of play is completely different from Iverson.

Unlike Iverson's whimsical passing, Andre Miller's passing looks nothing special, and the techniques used are very simple, hanging high, hitting the ground, plugging, and returning passes, every action is solid and effective, and every transmission can lead teammates to run, and the actual effect is quite good.

In addition, the top back-to-back single ability of a point guard also makes Cheeks nod frequently, although he has lost Iverson's firepower, Andre Miller can still contribute to score at critical moments, and his shooting posture is a little weird, but the key ball can really be scored.

But when the team practiced together, the biggest problem with this lineup was exposed:

Without Iverson, the starting lineup also lost the only point of attack, and in positional battles, if the tactics don't work well, the team will be in chaos, and no one can step up and score consecutive singles.

Cheeks tried to get Iguodala to play singles, but due to the limitations of scoring** and shooting touch, Iguodala did not immediately show his scoring potential, and the offense was not a match, and the firepower could not be continued.

"When it's time for anxiety, who will score points?"

This is a problem that is not only plaguing Cheeks, but the entire team.

It wasn't until just before the start of the game that Cheeks made a bold decision.

Back in the field.

"We want Aaron!!"

In the stands, sure enough, Iverson's die-hard fans appeared, holding up the slogan in their hands, with a look of dissatisfaction, and kept pointing to the VIP box on the top and shouting angrily, venting their dissatisfaction with the team's trade of meritorious players.

A small number of extreme Iverson fans even pointed the finger at Chen Mu.

"If it weren't for your stupid age problem, Aaron wouldn't have gone!"

That's about it.

"Don't care."

Seeing the depression in Chen Mu's heart, Iguodala stepped forward and patted his friend's shoulder and said, "This is only temporary, they just can't accept the fact that Aaron is leaving, and it won't be long before you can play a good performance, everything will pass." ”

"yes, I know."

Chen Mu nodded heavily, looked at Iguodala gratefully, and didn't say anything more.

In fact, in the stands, most of the fans still expressed their understanding of Chen Mu. People who are still rational know that Iverson's departure is only a matter of time, and Chen Mu's matter is just to make this moment come in advance, and it can't be said that it is Chen Mu's fault.

Even the Philadelphia media overwhelmingly supported Chen Mu, believing that it was Iverson who brought Chen Mu badly, and Iverson's early departure would allow Chen Mu to have a broader space for development and truly become the core and trump card of the team.

Jesner, the initiator of everything, also wrote in the column of the "Philadelphia Daily News" that as long as Chen Mu can improve himself with peace of mind and strive for better signings for the team, he can still recapture the hearts of fans.

"Jackner......!"

Looking at Gersner, who was chatting and laughing with other reporters in the stands, Chen Mu was indignant.

Although there is no definite evidence, everyone believes that the two most critical videos of the turmoil between Iverson and Chen Mu are from the hands of this famous Ai Hei.

"Do you want to use public opinion pressure to influence the future of me and the team?"

The corners of Chen Mu's mouth twitched, his fighting heart rose, and he secretly thought: "I, Chen Mu, don't eat this set!" ”

From beginning to end, Chen Mu was not willing to accept the slightest intention of being rotten.

In addition to Chen Mu, Iguodala and Korver also expressed more or less similar meanings, as players, the purpose of the last game is to win, and happily accept to lose? This group of young people could not accept it.

"Come on, come on!"

The game is about to start, standing on the court, Chen Mu's eyes are full of scorching flames, and he is determined to give a good look to all the guys who look down on the 76ers.

"It doesn't matter if it's the media, the critics, or the president, whatever you want to impose on me, just let it go! I'm not compromised! ”

The game began, the basketball was thrown into the air, and Viedrins won the ball, and the Warriors launched their first offense of the game.

Barron-Davis controlled the ball and advanced, and the basket was covered by Viedrins, and power forward Troy Murphy quickly cut outside, received a pass near the three-point line, and opened his hand to make a three-point shot.

"Smack!"

The moment the basketball shot, Chen Mu bypassed Biedrins, jumped high when he was one step away from the three-point line, and hit a thunderbolt block in the air to slap Murphy's shot down.

"Good shot!"

In the media seat, a young reporter raised his hand and shouted, cheering loudly for Chen Mu.

"Hmph, naïve."

In front of him, Gersner was startled by this shout, looked back, and found that this person was his intern Justin, and said disdainfully: "What is there to cheer about, this kind of ball, let the opponent throw it, just waste physical strength at the beginning, where can you afford to eat in the second half?" This Chinese kid is still too tender, it's the first time to play the starter, and I'm too excited~"

"Mr. Gersner, isn't it time to give your best in the game? Strive for every round, this is competition, this is basketball! ”

Justin obviously didn't buy Gersner's arguments, shook his head and said, "According to what you said, if you don't defend, the team will lose its morale and get worse and worse!" ”

"Hmph, what do you know? Newcomers, follow me and learn hard! ”

Gersner sneered: "You young people are always like this, short-sighted, what kind of hard work, hard work, and refusal to admit defeat...... What about a few wins? What if you lose a few games? Do you still think that with the current roster, we can break into the playoffs? Stop dreaming! ”

"Instead of going into the playoffs and getting your head shaved, it's better to take advantage of the 'advantage' of the record now and get ready for next year! Don't listen to those players who are hot-blooded or not, mature men, know what is called a trade-off~"

"But ......"

Justin was halfway through speaking, but finally swallowed the words back into his stomach, sat back in his chair, and said no more.

But shouldn't sports competition be a bloody competition......?

Looking at Chen Mu who was running on the field, Justin fell into deep thought.

And Chen Mu also won the first vicious battle as the real core of the team. (To be continued.) )