No.1 in basketball scoring-Chapter 843 - 363. There’s no longer a chance to develop in an underhanded way_2

The result was that the first time he played like that, he was noticed by the media, and it’s unknown what kind of impact this will have on the NBA and on that person.

These things are hard to say, and he can’t control them. He only knows that the environment where he developed his three-point shooting skills will definitely be affected. In this situation, all he can do is to practice hard!

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By evening, the restaurant called to say they were going to deliver the meal.

Zhang Yang returned to the room for a shower and changed clothes, just in time for the restaurant to deliver the food. He called his North Carolina buddy, who was deeply engrossed in games, to come out for dinner.

While eating, they talked about future matters.

Zhang Yang: "James, have you chosen your agent yet?"

Harden: "I want to sign with Rob Pelinka. Initially, I wanted the same agent as you, but my mom said Tellem is too shrewd. I’m not as smart as you and can’t compete with him. Before I entered college last year, I met Kobe, and he hoped I’d go to his agent’s company. I think being with the same company as Kobe sounds great, but my mom said not to rush and wants to meet Pelinka first."

Zhang Yang: "Actually, Tellem is good too; he’s good at making money. The more he makes, the more I earn. His strength lies in utilizing media resources skillfully, and he’s well-versed in business resources.

As an agent, Pelinka’s business skills are excellent, even better than Tellem, always securing big contracts. However, his business capabilities are average, so most of his players have high salaries but average endorsement fees. Most of Kobe’s business resources are handled by himself.

You should discuss it with your mom carefully. If you’re confident you can keep Tellem in check, sign with him. He will handle off-the-court matters well, allowing you to focus more on playing. Otherwise, sign with Pelinka; you’ll have to worry more about things off the court, like Kobe, with the advantage of having more autonomy."

Harden nodded, without asking Zhang Yang who he should choose. He’s no longer a child, knows the importance of this matter, and cannot rely on others, even best friends.

Ending the topic on agents, Harden asked: "Jack, which team do you think might pick me?"

This question really stumped Zhang Yang; the NBA landscape is already completely different from his memories.

Putting other things aside, Harden had an earlier ambition for basketball, progressing much faster in his student days than he originally did, sweeping across America like Anthony in his freshman year, straight to MOP, entering the draft after his freshman season.

Zhang Yang pondered for a while, sorted out his thoughts, analyzed: "If the Miami Heat and SuperSonics Team don’t get the first pick, you might be the big winner."

Being the favorite for the first pick, Harden was not surprised when Zhang Yang said this.

However, Harden had a doubt: "Why wouldn’t those two teams choose me?"

Zhang Yang: "The Miami Heat wants Beasley."

Harden: "Oh... Right! I’ve seen news; after Beasley was eliminated in the second round, he announced for the draft. Reports say he will be picked by the Miami Heat."

Beasley’s freshman season was astonishing, averaging 26.3 points, ranking third in Division I; 12.4 boards, ranking first in Division I; 24 rebounds per game, top of the season; 28 double-doubles, breaking Division I historical records; 44 points in a single game, the second of the season, top before March Madness, later surpassed by Curry; listed in the final candidates for the Naismith Award, Wooden Award, and Oscar Robertson Award...

Award record: Selected as the best rookie nationwide, the best Power Forward nationwide, Big 12 Player of the Year, All-America first team, World Youth Championship winner...

Harden recollected Beasley’s one-year college resume, feeling somewhat dejected, yet still unwillingly, he asked: "Then why wouldn’t the SuperSonics Team choose me?"

Zhang Yang: "They have Durant. As far as I know, they want to select an explosive point guard, maybe Rose, or perhaps Westbrook, with a higher probability for Westbrook."

Harden: "Why? Wasn’t Westbrook annihilated by Rose head-on?"

Zhang Yang: "In that game, they didn’t really match up directly. But that’s not the main reason; the main reason is the new owner of the SuperSonics Team is a fan of Kobe; he might feel Westbrook is more like Kobe than you and Rose."

This statement angered Harden: "How is he more like Kobe than me? I... well, he is more similar. I went to watch their match with Rose; even when heavily trailing, his game attitude was unwavering, like trying to save America."

Feeling downhearted, Harden continued to ask: "The Miami Heat and SuperSonics Team are currently last and second to last; so is my target the third pick?"

Zhang Yang: "You can somewhat lower your expectations. High picks are great, but a suitable team is more important. Aim for the top five picks. Your ranking won’t be low, and even if the SuperSonics Team gets the first pick, there’s a chance they might still choose you, worth fighting for; I think you’re more suitable for Durant than Rose or Westbrook."

Harden nodded, not remembering much else, but kept in mind ’it’s better to join a suitable team.’

After their thorough discussion, they suddenly felt a resentful gaze, turning around, they realized they had ignored Tatum...

Zhang Yang: "Ahem, Carmelo, consider drafts after playing for another year. Next season, with James gone, your playing time might increase, and your performance will surely get better."

This high school teammate has a slim chance of entering the NBA; this season, he played 36 games, averaging 9.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1 steal, the best outside the new four juniors, playing a significant role on North Carolina’s dominant championship path.

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