June 26, 2012.

The Raptors announced the trial of ten rookies, including Chris Middleton and Will Barton.

It is worth mentioning that Li Xing came to the Esbjor Center early in the morning.

As their referee, he also wanted to see the trial performance of these two people.

Patton and Middleton have very distinct personalities, one is passionate and unrestrained, wishing to infect everyone with his passion.

"Latch, I will let you know how great I am!"

Li Xing was watching the game on the sidelines, and Patton and Middleton were divided into two teams, one black and one white, and faced a head-on battle.

Patton talked to Li Xing as soon as he got up.

They talk about women, golf, beer, but they don’t talk about competitions.

It was not until the start of this confrontation that might determine the fate of the two of them that Patton became serious.

Middleton didn't say much from beginning to end. He was quite indifferent and wanted to focus on doing things and refused to say more.

As for the first impression, Patton gave Triano a better impression.

The Raptors are full of passion from top to bottom. If a scoundrel suddenly comes, they may not be able to blend in.

Li Xing watched from the wall and stood beside him and watched.

The first person in the active service is right next to him. If someone can be attracted by Li Xing, it will be a sure thing to join the Raptors.

When they thought of this, all the rookies present looked rosy.

At the beginning, Patton showed his agility, faced Middleton, asked for a pick-and-roll, rushed in and made a jump shot.

"Man, you're far behind! You're far behind?"

There is energy on Patton's body. When he plays smoothly, this energy can drive his teammates to play better games.

In some ways, this energy is very similar to Stephenson.

Patton's provocation did not change Middleton's game style. He took the position according to the arrangement of the coach on the sidelines.

This is a confrontation and a show-off match.

Showing oneself means selfishness.

You have to be selfish to get the opportunity to show, and no one will give it to others.

Middleton's running didn't bring a pass, and their team's point guard made a layup.

Even if he was ignored by his teammates, he did not change.

Triano's only observers are Middleton and Barton.

To be precise, the coaching staff and scout team standing on the sidelines were all observing Middleton and Barton.

The other rookies on their side knew about this and they would be heartbroken.

Why are the differences so big when playing games hard and trying to be favored by the NBA?

The confrontation became Patton's solo show, and he was like an existence above everyone's level, taking over most of the team's offense.

However, the black team he represented did not take the lead.

Middleton felt bad and failed to hit several shots. Instead, their point guards were playing in a hurry, as if they were about to destroy the opponent's formation.

If such an impact force is placed in a low-level league, it will be a big killer.

But in the NBA, this kind of play doesn't work.

The player was crossed off the waitlist by the coaching staff early.

There are many players like him who can't tell the difference between the times and show off.

From such confrontation matches to summer leagues and preseasons, what the team needs to observe is not how capable you are, but whether you can integrate into the team as a small role.

What they want to see is your ability as a role player.

These people who regard themselves as their core and want to make a big splash on the court are not popular.

There were two quarters in the match.

Middleton played badly in the first quarter, and in the second quarter, he got the ball and performed.

He first made a jump shot from the left wing.

Then he intercepted the pass and dribbled the ball alone, causing Patton to make a dunk with a defensive foul in the confrontation.

Middleton's explosion inspired Patton's sense of competition, and he also played a beautiful response ball.

In the frontcourt, Patton fell off the spot and received the ball and made a strong shot against the defense, and he also made a comeback.

The two of them fought back and forth for four or five rounds, no victory or defeat.

Throughout the game, Patton played better than Middleton.

The coaching staff and scouts also felt that Patton was more futuristic, and Triano listened to their views and walked to Li Xing.

"Rachy, how do you think they are fighting?" Triano asked.

"If it were me, I would find a way to sign these two guys."

"It's a pity that we only have one draft pick."

"So you have to find a way."

Li Xing said: "We can't expect such a good player to lose."

"What if we could only have one?"

"Chris Middleton."

Li Xing said decisively.

Triano asked, "Aren't you optimistic about Will Patton?"

"Okay, but I prefer Chris."

"Why? Will can greatly enrich our tactics. He can play the second position or the third position. You should know what the meaning of this is." Triano wanted to break the casserole and ask the final question.

Judging from this game, Patton's performance is undoubtedly better than Middleton.

Li Xing could not convince the coaching staff with the excuse of persuading Jeon No, but he could not explain how Middleton was better than Patton at this stage.

"You're right, Will is also the player we need, so I've repeatedly suggested finding ways to sign them all, especially Chris, believe me, he definitely meets our needs."

In the end, Li Xing could only rely on the capital he had accumulated over the past two years to make Triano recognize what he said.

Triano did not hesitate, and the decision on this matter was not his.

He needs to give Li Xing’s advice back to the management and see what they decide to do.

No matter how good they are, they are just players with the prospect of the second round. If you want to get them at the same time, the Raptors don't have to spend much money.

After the competition, a few people still have to stay for the test, while some have to leave early.

Patton took the initiative to approach Middleton and apologized for his aggressiveness in the game: "Man, I have no malice."

"I believe you don't," Middleton said.

Li Xing walked to them: "Do you have any plans next?"

"Continue the trial." Middleton said concisely and clearly.

"Yes, so do I," said Patton.

Li Xing asked with a smile: "What if this is your destination?"

"Then I would feel very honored that the Raptors are the strongest team in the NBA," said Patton.

"Me too."

Middleton said.

"You are very good, I believe you will find a good place to go, goodbye."

After thinking about it, Li Xing still had to look for Brian Colangelo.

Middleton is the player the Raptors lacks most. The wing with great potential is accurate and the shooting is enough to open up space.

Just think about it. In the future, if they dare to double-team DeRozan, Middleton, Dragic (or Calderon and others), who will they let go to double-team?

Maybe it was DeRozan. After all, this guy was not sure about three points, but he had a clear lead at the middle distance of one step in the three-point line.

Li Xing came to the door again, and Colangelo also guessed his purpose.

In response to this, Colangelo's attitude was: "Rach, why are you anxious? By the day of the draft, you will get what you want."

This is Colangelo's promise.

The team will choose Middleton.

Since he has received the promise, Li Xing doesn’t need to continue to get involved, and the results will come on the day of the draft.

June 29, 2012.
To be continued...