Author: Autumn Leaves Orange

If Li Ran remembers correctly, the Nuggets have undergone a transformation after trading Billups this season.

They have been steadily entering the playoffs, and have steadily stopped in the first round. Not only did they achieve a good record of 54 wins and 28 losses this year, but they also made it all the way to the Western Conference Finals in the playoffs, and finally lost to the peak Kobe Bryant.

Thinking of the way Anthony looked at him at the end of the training camp, Li Ran seemed to understand something.

Yao Ming's phone call came right away.

"Brother, I heard that you were traded." Yao Ming said angrily from the other side.

"Yes, Nuggets." Li Ran said calmly.

Yao Ming obviously felt a little regretful.

"It's a pity. I wanted us to join forces and perform well when we get there." Yao Ming did not show too much reluctance. He knew that this is a business alliance. If the team chooses to keep you, then

It must be because of profit.

If the team chooses to trade you, it must be because of profit.

Ross also called later to express his sympathy for Li Ran's experience.

However, he is very happy now in the Bulls. The entire Bulls team is very satisfied with his talent and strength. They hold it in their hands almost like a treasure. They are just waiting for the official start of the season to perform well and shock the whole league.

Walking out of Denver International Airport with large and small bags on his back, Li Ran looked up at the completely different sky on the plateau and on the plain.

"This rookie class is probably the most difficult for me. I haven't played in a regular season and I have been traded twice." Li Ran smiled mockingly, but found someone in front of him waving to him.

Anthony was wearing a white hoodie, with one hand in his pocket and the other hand waving towards himself.

His round face was filled with a happy smile.

"Hey, Lee, over here!"

He opened the car door next to him. It was a BMW 740LI that he bought after signing an endorsement deal. It had a cool shape and was worth a lot of money.

Li Ran walked over and put his luggage in the trunk without ceremony.

His friendship with Anthony was the result of fighting in the training camp.

Bullfighting.

In fact, it was said to be a bullfight, but to be more precise, Li Ran was beaten unilaterally.

His attributes do not have any advantages in bullfighting. Against people like Anthony Kobe or even Jordan who have played singles all their lives, it is normal for him to be defeated.

"Welcome to Denver."

Anthony and Li Ran gave each other a warm hug and said with a smile.

Looking at Anthony, who was wearing big sunglasses and a white hoodie and looked like a gangster, but was actually a gangster, Li Ran also smiled.

"I didn't expect you to be thinking about me all the time."

"Get in the car first, let's chat in the car."

Anthony got into the driver's seat and motioned for Li Ran to get up too.

The two started walking from the airport to the Pepsi Center.

"You know? Not only the Nuggets, Lakers, Pacers, Bobcats and Suns have also made offers. This is what I heard from George." Anthony said to Li Ran while driving.

"oh?"

Li Ran really doesn't know.

"Do you know what prices they offered?"

Li Ran shook his head.

"Jordan was willing to trade Richardson for you, but unfortunately we had the last laugh in the end."

Li Ran was a little surprised when he heard Anthony's words.

Mosaic Is this Shi Lezhi? Not even star players want it?

But thinking about Mosaic's lineup this year, Li Ran nodded again.

The few people Mosaic acquired are indeed a great addition to their lineup, and if you don’t count injuries, there are already many stars in the Mosaic team. Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming, Artest, and another Richardson may not be the same.

A good thing.

"By the way, what do you think of Chauncey?"

Anthony asked seemingly unintentionally.

"Chauncy? He's a good player. I heard that his free throws are very accurate." Li Ran didn't have a particularly deep understanding of the Pistons' former core, but he knew that this was a player whose strength far outweighed his reputation.

"I hope we can go further this season. I'm tired of going fishing after the first round every year, especially when LeBron has performed so well in the past few years. Not to mention Dwayne, who

I already have a ring!" While waiting for the bus at the intersection, Anthony patted the steering wheel with dissatisfaction and hit the horn, making a beeping sound.

Banana Split Brothers...

Li Ran wanted to laugh a little.

It seems that among the four of them, only Anthony and Pao did not win the championship.

In fact, it was not that Anthony had no chance in his previous life.

However, Li Ran wanted to ask him a question.

When he decided to go to the Knicks, he decided to go to the Knicks just to make money, or because he was really prepared to win a championship.

If the money happened to be bad, it can only be said that Guagua was lying flat at that time.

If he is running for the championship, then Li Ran can only say, Guagua, your heart is really big...

However, now because of Li Ran's arrival, everything is different from the previous life. Li Ran is also looking forward to how far he can go in the Nuggets, partnering with Anthony and Billups.

"By the way, why did you play so poorly in the summer league?" Anthony asked Li Ran again when he was about to arrive at the Pepsi Center.

"Don't others know that you don't know? The training camp is not over. I didn't train with the team at that time. I ran back and forth between Chicago and the competition venue every day. After training, I still have to continue playing. Can I be in good condition?" Li Ran said angrily.

said.

Anthony laughed happily.

"Then wait until the preseason and let them all be shocked. I won't play too much in the preseason, leaving you with a big stage to perform."

"Of course, I want them to know that none of the shooting guards with the 13th pick is a parallel import." Li Ran said with confidence.

Arriving at the Pepsi Center, Li Ran met George Karl for the first time and also met other Nuggets teammates.

The experienced and calm Billups, J.R. Smith and Chris Anderson dressed in patterns, Kenyon Martin exuding a tough aura, facing the simple and honest warrior NeiNei Hilario.

They are preparing for the upcoming new season. After all, there are only a few days left for the preseason preview.

In the evening, Anthony, as the core of the team, organized a party at his home to welcome new players such as Li Ran, Billups and Anderson.

However, except for Anthony, who was very interested in Li Ran, no one else showed much concern for Li Ran.

After all, Li Ran is still a rookie player who has not gone through any tests. Only his strength will make them take the initiative to approach him.

The Nuggets' first preseason game was an away game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Timberwolves also have an old rival of Li Ran's, UCLA's Kevin Love, who he beat in the NCAA semifinals.

After leaving Garnett, the Timberwolves' strength on paper is actually pretty good. They have Al Jephson, known as the new Wolf King, and this year's rookie Kevin Love inside.

On the outside, there are many strong players such as Randy Foye, Ryan Gomez and Mike Miller.

But none of this matters.

Li Ran doesn't care who his opponent is.

Just blow them up!

On October 11, 2008, Li Ran stood on the floor of the Target Center, the home court of the Timberwolves, looking at the stage he was about to step on.

He is ready!
Chapter completed!