After the game, faced with such a result, there was no doubt about everyone's vote.
Tyronn Lue becomes the new head coach of the Clippers.
At only 35 years old, he became the second youngest head coach in NBA history.
Needless to say, the youngest person is his predecessor Min Congda.
Because he still has a contract with the Boston Celtics, he cannot take office yet and has to go to Boston to deal with contract issues.
Min Congda asked Olshey to call Celtics general manager Danny Ainge immediately and ask him what conditions he would need to terminate the contract and release him.
"Don't bargain with him. We will give him whatever conditions he wants. Just be happy!"
Min Congda was as refreshing as ever.
Half an hour later, Olshey found Min Congda and said that Danny Ainge's condition was to exchange a second-round pick.
Min Congda was surprised, "What? Can you change the coach with the draft pick?"
Olshey nodded and said: "There is indeed no rule in the CBA terms that draft picks can be traded for coaches, because the coaching contract is not included in the salary cap. But it is actually feasible. This is an unspoken rule of the league."
The first draft pick-for-coach trade in league history occurred in 1995.
Pat Riley submitted his resignation to the Knicks that summer, preparing to go to the Miami Heat to show off his ambitions.
However, the Knicks refused to let him go easily and complained to the league that Riley had flirted with the Heat during the contract period, which was against the rules.
In the end, the Heat paid the 1996 first-round draft pick and $1 million in cash as a bargaining chip to "exchange" Riley, ending the dispute.
It later proved that the Heat's deal was absolutely correct. Riley is not only an excellent coach, but also a master of team building.
He single-handedly led the Heat's new team into a strong team in the Eastern Conference and brought the team a championship trophy after years of hard work.
The first-round pick that the Knicks got later only selected an unknown person who averaged 5 points per game in the league and did not create any draft miracles.
Unwilling to taste the sweetness, the Knicks followed suit in 2003 and sent Van Gundy Jr., who replaced Riley, to the Rockets in exchange for a draft pick.
As someone who has traded draft picks before, Pat Riley saw the Knicks succeed so often and thought, "Okay, okay, I'll do it again."
In 2007, Riley sent Van Gundy Jr.'s older brother, Van Gundy Jr., to the Orlando Magic in exchange for two draft picks.
It can be said that these people and teams understood the coach's exchange of draft picks.
Now, Danny Ainge, who has always been known for his shrewdness and cold-bloodedness, naturally refused to let go of this opportunity.
Since the Los Angeles Clippers admire Tyronn Lue, a fledgling assistant coach, he must be of great value.
I have already signed the coaching contract for you. You can pay for the rest of the contract. If you give me a second-round pick, I will agree.
After understanding the relevant situation, Min Congda immediately agreed to Danny Ainge's deal without any hesitation.
Therefore, the interview ended on the afternoon of January 20th, and by the evening of January 20th, the Clippers announced that the new head coach would be Tyronn Lue.
The Los Angeles area media is no stranger to the name Tyronn Lue.
The feud between him and Iverson in 2001 is still a hot topic among fans.
Of course, Iverson is the absolute protagonist, and Lu plays more of a background role.
The photo of Tyronn Lue being knocked down by Iverson and then stepping over him has become a classic shot in NBA history.
Director Lu has naturally become a historical classic backdrop.
For such a background expert to become the head coach of the Clippers, it seems unreliable no matter how you look at it.
If you look at him like that, he doesn't look very smart.
In the face of numerous discussions from the outside world, Min Congda held a signing press conference for Tyronn Lue at noon on the 21st.
At the press conference, Min Congda said: "We have examined Coach Lu's ability and believe that he is fully qualified for the position of head coach of the team. My hiring style has always been to employ people without doubting others. Now that I have chosen Coach Lu, I have absolute trust in him. Therefore, even if the team has some setbacks in record, I can completely accept it. And I think this will be a necessary test for the Clippers on the road to growth!"
What Min Congda said sounded pleasant to the ears, and at the same time, he told the truth.
How could he not trust such an obedient, low-level coach?
If there are twists and turns in the team's record, that's a good thing. It's too late to be happy, so how can you not accept it.
To be honest, it feels really good. After Min Congda handed over the coach's pointer, his whole body felt smooth.
I can speak more fluently, my mood has improved, and I don’t even feel sick to my stomach anymore.
Tyronn Lue was deeply moved by Min Congda's "strong support" at the signing ceremony.
For Lu, this was simply a blessing, and he felt that his talent had been recognized.
Like in the Celtics, Tyronn Lue ranks last among assistant coaches and has little say.
Even if he thinks what he says makes sense, Rivers still listens to the words of the chief assistant and others in most cases.
And after spending more than two seasons with the Celtics, in his opinion, Rivers' coaching is just that.
It's just a little bit of back and forth in tactics. When something goes wrong, just shout to the players to work hard and it's okay.
In the end, it was the Big Three and Rondo who solved the problem on the court. The four of them are all players with top golf intelligence and abilities.
Tyronn Lue thinks about it, Harden, Curry, and Gasol of the Clippers are all such players who can use their brains and solve problems.
As a head coach, you often have to let the players go!
Besides, if it really doesn’t work, there’s Smart behind the scenes.
Tyronn Lue admired Min Chongda's three suggestions in yesterday's 50-point game.
He accurately grasped the characteristics of the 50-point game and nailed the situation and rhythm of the game.
With three moves, the situation on the field was immediately reversed, and his insight into the field was evident.
What's even more terrifying is that this note was handed to him before the game started.
In other words, the game has not even started yet, and Min Congda has already planned the script in his mind.
In the end, following this script, Tyronn Lue won the game without any effort.
This ability to manipulate behind the scenes surprised and admired Tyronn Lue.
After the press conference, he quickly identified his position:
A resolute implementer and executor of the general manager's will!
From this point of view, Min Congda really chose the wrong person.
Because Steve Kerr has his own ideas and has great ambitions to achieve his own career.
For him, whether it is Min Congda or the Clippers, they are collaborators on the road to his basketball dream, and everyone can achieve mutual success.
It can be seen from Cole's basketball career that even if it is Michael Jordan, if you dare to compete with me, I will do the same.
Tyronn Lue didn't think so. He knew that his opportunity was given by Min Congda. Only by following the baton can he play a beautiful melody.
Having also played next to Jordan, Tyronn Lue did not dare to argue with Jordan. Instead, he followed suit and followed the tiger's lead.
Different personalities have different choices, which create different lives and destinies.
(End of chapter)
