What kind of trade?!
Allen Iverson has joined the New York Knicks on a veteran minimum contract.
This immediately caused an uproar.
"Everyone knows Iverson received unfair treatment in Memphis, and returning to Philadelphia was to regain his dignity.
But we also know that Iverson is truly old, truly plagued by injuries, and truly can't play anymore.
He returned to Philadelphia.
Not just to retire there, but because he was about to retire.
The "Son of Philadelphia" can't play anymore, so retiring in Philadelphia as an all-star is a perfect ending.
This is why fans voted Iverson, who had a terrible season, into the all-star starting lineup.
This was the last gift from the fans to him.
Everything seemed to be arranged.
But... now he's suddenly joined the New York Knicks, and on a veteran minimum contract.
What does this mean?!
"Could it be... he wants to contend for a championship?!
"It's actually possible. Although the New York Knicks are not the strongest team in the league right now.
Under the leadership of Flame God, after their 24-game winning streak, they already possess championship-contending quality."
"Tsk tsk... Allen still craves victory! No matter when, he always has an extreme desire to win."
"Yes.
But the desire to win is only one aspect. the answer must want to win the first championship trophy of his career before retiring.
This is the most missing honor in his career so far.
He might not be able to win a championship as the team's primary core, and it's even more impossible for him to win the FMVP.
But if he can get it, it's still good."
"Joining the New York Knicks must be for the championship.
Go, Answer, I wish you a championship this year!"
"Go, New York Knicks, go, Flame God, I hope you can help the answer realize his 'championship dream'!"
"…"
Iverson's sudden arrival at the New York Knicks before the trade deadline surprised fans.
Upon understanding the situation.
Countless Iverson fans wished the answer well and prayed for the New York Knicks, hoping they would win the championship this year!
...One day later.
Iverson officially arrived!
"Welcome, welcome, a warm welcome!"
David Lee, Stephen Curry, and Wilson Chandler immediately became the hype squad, setting off confetti cannons and shouting their welcome to Iverson.
"Thank you, everyone."
Iverson truly didn't expect to receive such treatment, even as half a burden.
His mood brightened considerably.
"Oh yeah~"
Curry excitedly shouted, "Allen and Tracy, now our team has two of the 'four great shooting guards,' we're set!"
"Slap!"
Iverson and McGrady exchanged glances, smiled at each other, then high-fived, heroes admiring heroes.
East Iverson, West Kobe, South McGrady, North Carter.
The two who once dominated their respective areas and commanded the league have now both left their teams and become teammates.
No one could have imagined this situation at first.
Life is truly unpredictable, like a sausage within a sausage.
McGrady put his arm around Iverson, smiling with relief, "four great shooting guards? That's ancient history.
I'm just a vase now.
As for Allen, he's also been broken by injuries into a shattered vase. Neither of us has any fighting power left."
"Who said that?"
Curry clenched his fist and said seriously, "I believe the answer and T-mac will experience a second spring."
Su Yan also smiled faintly, "No matter what, with seniors Allen and Tracy on the team, they will definitely provide us with rich game experience in the Playoffs.
This is crucial for us rookies."
"Yes, yes."
Tyson Chandler nodded heavily, laughing, "All in all, the team needs Allen and Tracy."
In reality.
Iverson's intention in coming to the New York Knicks was very clear: to get a championship ring.
Everyone knew it.
But no one said anything, and they kept praising Iverson.
This warmed Iverson's heart.
This made him very willing to impart some game experience and skills to these young players... When Iverson arrived at the New York Knicks, and the New York Knicks decided to aim for the Eastern Conference Finals and contend for the championship.
Coach D'Antoni waved his hand, deciding to officially make McGrady a bench player, and let the younger, more balanced offensively and defensively Wilson Chandler become the team's starting Shooting Guard.
Iverson would come off the bench immediately.
Regarding this.
McGrady had no objections, and Iverson, who had been released and aimed for the championship, also had no objections.
If the Grizzlies coaching staff had been a bit more accommodating and the players friendlier, Iverson might have been willing to play off the bench... Before the All-Star Weekend arrived.
About 20 days.
The seven-game winning streak of the New York Knicks continued, first achieving a 10-game winning streak and finishing the January games.
They only lost one game that month.
Su Yan once again became the Eastern Conference player of the month, naturally also holding the top spots in both DPOY and MVP rankings.
This Undrafted Player was too crazy.
As long as he can maintain his current performance, or even be slightly worse.
By the end of the season, Su Yan has a very high probability of simultaneously winning both the MVP and DPOY awards this season.
That would be incredible.
That would be another time history is made.
Of course, saying it so confidently now is a bit early; the season is only halfway through, and everything is still unknown.
Time came to February.
All-Star Weekend was getting closer.
The NBA officially announced the rosters for the various all-star events.
Skills Challenge roster: Steve Nash, Deron Williams, Stephen Curry, and Russell Westbrook.
Three-Point Contest: Stephen Curry, Su Yan, Paul Pierce, Chauncey Billups, Channing Frye, and reigning champion DeShawn Cook.
Slam Dunk Contest: reigning champion "Little Potato" Nate Robinson, Shannon Brown, "The King of Cats" Gerald Wallace, and "Flame God" Su Yan.
Su Yan will participate in both the Slam Dunk Contest and the Three-Point Contest, and will also participate in the Rookie Challenge and the All-Star Game.
This made fans happy and made them look forward to All-Star Weekend even more.
And before All-Star Weekend arrived, there was still a major battle that all of America was closely watching.
February 12th.
The day before All-Star Weekend.
The New York Knicks will host the Cavaliers at home.
This game has too many highlights.
First, "Flame God" Su Yan VS "The Little Emperor" LeBron James.
Second, after Su Yan successively defeated powerful Small Forwards like Paul Pierce, Carmelo Anthony, and Kevin Durant.
If he can also defeat LeBron.
Then... is Su Yan the strongest Small Forward in the league today? Can he displace LeBron and claim the title of "current best small forward"?
This made countless fans look forward to it.
Third, before the game against the Cavaliers, the New York Knicks had already achieved another 14-game winning streak, with a season record of 38 wins and 11 losses, a winning percentage of 77.5%.
And the Cavaliers have also been in excellent form recently, with a 9-game winning streak, a record of 38 wins and 10 losses, and a winning percentage of 79.2%.
The Cavaliers are eastern conference first, and the New York Knicks are eastern conference second.
In this battle between the two teams, if the New York Knicks can defeat the Cavaliers, they will displace them and take the top spot in the Eastern Conference.
Hiss~
The team that started the season with a 10-game losing streak and was last in the Eastern Conference is now challenging for the top spot in the East!
The contrast is too great, how can one not look forward to it?!
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