Xin Lancheng: The Chinese Basketball Association expresses clearly that Yao's joining NBA has to follow the management procedure. The NBA draft congress at June 26th is approaching day after day. Whether Chinese Men's Basketball team renowned center Yao Ming can smoothly join NBA attacts more attentions than ever. On June 12th, four people from Houston Rockets visited China National Sports Bureau Basketball Center to discuss this matter. Basketball Center director Xin Lancheng said that this discussion is only a primarily friendly contact. Both parties agreed to "keep secret" about the content of the discussion. But he expressed the views of CBA about "the resistance" issue. Xin said the matter that Yao Ming joins NBA has to carry out the rules of China, follow the certain procedure and must consider the national interest. But this is not the so-called "CBA is making resistance". He further said, whether Yao Ming can join NBA has three main points: First, Yao Ming is belonged to some organizations in China. He is fostered by these organizations; Second, Yao Ming's joining NBA must pass through certain procedures. It's not right that some media called these procedures "the barrier"; Third, the CBA has the duty to process this matter well. That is: guarantee Yao Ming's benefit; at the same time, guarantee the national benefit. The national interest is that Yao Ming can serve his country. Everybody hopes Yao Ming can participate big international matches in the uniform of Chinese National Team. CBA hopes to be able to obtain the guarantee in this point. In addition, CBA hopes that Yao Ming's life, individual security and dignity in USA can be guaranteed. Hopes some people in America can be responsible for him; and the national team can promptly know Yao Ming's physical and the training situation. This request certainly is not excessive. Also it cannot be called the barrier. It is reported that before the procedure which cooperates with the CBA to be finished, CBA, the team who drafts Ming and Ming himself will sign one writing document to make the guarantees. http://sports.sohu.com.cn/23/53/sports_news164505323.shtml Another report mentioned that the head coach of Chinese National Team said "it's not very possible to release Yao Ming to attend the draft because of the training."
I think there would be hundreds of people to jump at the chance to be his personal watchdog. I know I'd do it. As long as I get paid well and get to attend every single Rockets games. Pick me, pick me! I can start a fire with two sticks!
Can the Rockets hire bodyguards for Yao without violating the collective bargaining agreement? If they can't hire an outside bodyguard, maybe Mr. Mean could become Yao's new roommate.
thanks for the update, windandsea. Does it sound to you like typical government bureaucracy or is there other resistance that's not being discussed? Do you think that it would be difficult to ensure that the Asian Games don't coincide with the NBA Playoffs? That seems to me to be the crux of the issue. The needs of the Rockets and the Chinese national team don't conflict if the events are scheduled at different times. Seems to me like that should be a very feasible arrangement.
windandsea- i thought from another source that it looked probable that Yao Ming would attend the NBA Draft on June 26th... but that last line from your post conflicts with the earlier report that is referred to on the main www.clutchcity.net webpage..... "Yao Drives Strong- According to a 'windandsea' translation in the Clutch BBS, Chinese officials are telling Yao to expect to attend the draft on June 26" "Another report mentioned that the head coach of Chinese National Team said "it's not very possible to release Yao Ming to attend the draft because of the training." What is your opinion? 11 Days, 6 Hours, 35 Minutes until the big moment...
ron413: From a report yeasterday, the director (I don't know how to translate this words) of the National team told Ming to "prepare to attend the draft". Today another report quotes the Head coach of national team that "it's not very possible......" I think it is still under the discussion.
life is too short, he should come to the NBA Draft because it is one of the biggest days of his life.......Sure he would have to give up a day of practice but oh well, its not like Yao won't be ready to handle whatever is thrown in his direction during the Summer National games........
I can say this - if I see a thread by WINDANDSEA, I read it as fast as I can. I love reading his threads. For one, it's nice to have that contact over there. It's truly the beauty of the internet and unrestricted communication that shows up here. It's like one big room full of different people and beliefs. It's amazing how we as people can ultimately get past our own Democratic/ Communist governments. We may not completely agree politically but Yao Ming is a step in the right direction. How? Dialogue! One day, we'll look back at this and see this for what it is - the begining of the end for barriers as we've known them. I for one, am enjoying taking part in this. I guess I'm still astounded to think that a kid from Texas can chat with a guy from China and talk like it's nothing at all - like breakfast! WINDANDSEA - I really do appreciate all the insight that you give us from your home! Ahhh...the internet - the single greatest happening to hit this planet...but that's another topic! That's my philosophical rant for the day!!
Come on Doc, tell us some inside scoop to celebrate all the Dads out there on Fathers Day Weekend......Its the least you could do
ron- It's painfully obvious that Doc just dropped a bunch of clues. "Arafat"- This could mean many things. It could mean Griffin or Ming getting "fatter" (bulking up), or a hidden reference to Mo Taylor. Notice how he spelled it "Palestenian" instead of Palestinian? That's a reference to "ten", as in the 10th pick in the draft, or a reference to #10, Tierre Brown. And of course, "West Bank"...a reference to West and the Grizzlies, possibly about the pick we owe them. There's a way to put it all together, but no worries Doc, the secret is safe with me.
NIKEstrad, Palestenian state in the west bank This could be referring to Golden State on the West coast. Could it mean that GS has upped their offer? Maybe Jamison/Richardson/#3/next year's #1 pick? Or, it could mean nothing at all.
I can't believe I 'mispelt' Palestinian!!!??? Ok....well, here's something. KT is going nowhere. I know..I know...I thought he was too...but I hear he is NOT going to be traded. Nochbar is high on the list but it doesn't look like they could pass on Amare. That's all I'm hearing right now.... Griffin has been practicing in the block... All this is as of now and is of course...subject to change.
Thanks for the update Doc. In another post Clutch said the Rockets were high on Amare. Looks like if he is there the Rockets take him. If they do, talk about a YOUTH movement! I am not so sure Amare will be there at #15 however. Good to know they like Nachbar though. He would be a solid fit in my opinion. Kenny not on the block? Interesting. I just don't see the Rockets signing this guy after next season to a contract that would be acceptable to Kenny. He will probably want more than we can afford. If the Rockets could move up a few spots in the draft would they be willing to move Kenny +15 to move up just a few places? Just how much in love are the Rockets with Amare? Guess we will find out if that situation occurs! Chris P.S. Glad Griffin is practicing his low post moves. Sounds like he is having a GOOD summer already!
Hmm, something doesn't add up. Keeping KT...Griff practicing in the block (PF)...drafting Ming...would draft Amare if he's there, plus Cato and Taylor (odd men out?)? Now what kind of team carries 6 big men who deserve some PT, and leave an aching Glen Rice, and an unproven Terence Morris as its SFs? In my math, that = either some serious zone action (KT playing some SF, front lines with Ming, Cato/Taylor, Griffin), trade, or a solid free agent pick up (Lewis, or maybe George or Nailon). PS- Lewis almost would have to sign with MCE guys, please don't start the sign and trades that can't happen because Lewis is BYC.
Yeah, that is A LOT of beef if we were able to choose Amare. I guess if that did happen it would be good for him because he would almost get no playing time and have time to develop. But how many PFs can a team have? On the other hand, since the Rockets currently will not have a #1 pick next year perhaps they can justify the Amare selection as their pick for next year. But, if they want to win NOW perhaps someone like Nachbar, who is NBA ready now, is a good selection. The prize in the draft is Ming and we would have him. He still has to develop. Do we need another development case such as Amare (with Ming and Griffin still developing)? Or is Amare's talent just too much to pass up? Chris
