NBA: A collection of super busts

It wasn't until 5 minutes and 41 seconds into the game that Milicic finally scored with a putback after a second-chance rebound. This was his first point of the night, and also the Nuggets' first point.

14: 2!

The Grizzlies had a dream start tonight.

This score only helped the Nuggets break the deadlock, but it couldn't help them reverse the situation.

In a Summer League-level game, two truly top lottery picks are like a game-changer, especially with Milicic completely neutralized and unable to perform at all, making the Grizzlies' offensive onslaught even more relentless.

第一节比赛结束的时候，灰熊队拿到了15分的优势，叶枫靠着4次暴扣和一个近筐的跳投拿下全场最高的10分，詹姆斯则有5分3助攻2篮板的全面数据入帐。

But if the performances of these two were within everyone's expectations, then Haslem's performance was truly amazing.

He only scored 2 points and grabbed 3 rebounds in the entire first quarter, but his contribution on the defensive end was obvious. He locked down Milicic, and in front of him, the third overall pick looked as inexperienced as a high school student.

"After four years of college basketball plus a year in an overseas league, Haslem's maturity has indeed far exceeded expectations." In the Grizzlies' general manager's office, West nodded in satisfaction: "That kid Ye has a good eye."

"I originally thought it was just doing him a favor by giving his friend a Summer League contract, but I didn't expect that he would actually be able to play. This is really a pleasant surprise."

Sitting next to West was an old man with a full head of white hair, deep-set eyes, and a serious face. This was a legendary coach whom West had recruited from TNT in the second half of last season. He had led the Hawks and Knicks to good results and had even won Coach of the Year.

Hubie Brown.

Brown is still the oldest head coach in the league today. Born in 1933, he is already 70 years old, but beneath his white hair lies his sincere love for basketball.

When West brought out this legend last year, countless people said: apart from West, no one in this league could get Hubie Brown to come out of retirement.

After all, he was a dominant force in the ABA, leading his team to an ABA championship and being named NBA Coach of the Year.

He is also a rather peculiar person.

He has a volatile temper, a loud voice, and an energy level that's always as high as if he's been injected with chicken blood.

He has extremely high standards for his players, demanding exceptional tactical execution and discipline, and dislikes anything fancy or overly complicated.

But this old man is not the stubborn type like Van Gundy or Larry Brown; instead, he is the type known for his versatile tactics, quick thinking, and first-rate on-the-spot command.

He is also very friendly to young players and is good at and likes to use them.

This is probably why West asked him to come out of retirement.

The Grizzlies already have great talent; what they lack is someone to bring these young players together and unleash their full potential.

"Haslem can't tell much from just one quarter of the game. After all, we also have to consider the possibility that the European player is a flop."

Perhaps due to years of shouting, Brown's voice was quite hoarse, sounding like that of a serial killer: "But those two kids are really good, Jerry, your eye for talent is as good as ever."

"That's why I came to you. Your specialty is mentoring young people and helping them develop good habits," West said casually. "You can definitely handle it. If you can't, then no one in this league can."

Brown gave West a "don't even try" look before saying, "Do you still expect me to help them develop a genuine friendship, to keep them united, unlike those two bastards in Los Angeles who fight amongst themselves?"

"You can definitely do it!" West smiled happily. "Absolutely no problem!"

On the court, the second quarter began. Even though Ye Feng and James were resting on the bench, the Grizzlies still firmly controlled the initiative on the court.

By the time Ye Feng and James returned to the court together again halfway through the second quarter, the Grizzlies had already built a 20-point lead.

For the Nuggets, although the team failed to catch up during this period, there was some good news: Milicic finally found his rhythm and made several strong drives to the basket and close-range shots.

He was proving he wasn't a dud, and a jubilant Milicic glared arrogantly at Ye Feng as he walked onto the court, saying, "Kid! Going to hide behind someone like a girl again, huh?"

"If you've got the guts, come and fight me one-on-one!"

"Alright," Ye Feng said, "I'll let you go to hell in peace."

"LeBron, pass me the ball, and I'll show you how I'm going to beat him to a pulp!" Ye Feng slapped James in a friendly manner.

James rubbed his shoulder where Ye Feng had patted him; he had no desire to listen to Ye Feng and pass the ball to him.

But since it was on the court and there were countless cameras around, James nodded and didn't directly confront Ye Feng.

But what he was really thinking was, "I'm not passing you the ball! Want a one-on-one? Just you wait!"

While thinking, James directed his teammates to make runs, creating space for himself to receive the inbound pass.

Ye Feng immediately waved to James, signaling him to pass the ball.

But James ignored him this time, simply faked a pass before driving to the basket and scoring a layup.

"Sorry, Ye." After scoring, James said deliberately, "The opportunity was just too good! They all thought I was going to pass you the ball."

James longed to see Ye Feng angry, to see this "wanted criminal" lose his temper and become uncontrollable.

He wants to establish his leadership position.

"It's nothing." But Ye Feng's reaction disappointed him; the guy said nonchalantly, "A score is a good shot."

In the next round, Milicic, who had found his rhythm, once again turned his back to the ball and gestured for everyone to pull him away.

He finally got his chance to fight Ye Feng one-on-one!

"Here it comes!" Barkley exclaimed excitedly, "A head-to-head battle between the third and fourth picks! Let's see who comes out on top!"

"I heard the Nuggets were torn between Ye and Milicic until the very last moment," Kenny added, embellishing the matchup story. "Let's see if the Nuggets made the right choice!"

As he spoke, Milic suddenly exerted his strength and lunged at Ye Feng.

With a loud thud, the two collided head-on.

It's a tie!

This kid isn't scary at all!

Milic was secretly pleased; Ye Feng's response to him was not as terrifying as Haslem's.

"You haven't eaten?" Ye Feng seemed completely oblivious, still arrogantly provoking, "Give it your all, bro!"

"As you wish!" Milicich exerted his strength again, this time almost without holding back, using almost all his power to crash into Ye Feng once more.

But he barely touched anything at that moment!