After the Lamb deal was completed, the Pelicans successively signed deals with Diaw and David West.

Both received fully guaranteed veteran minimum contracts.

The Pelicans now have Davis, Dedmon, Harrell, Kuzma, and even Siakam, who can play the four, in the frontcourt, so theoretically they don't need that many bigs.

But signing the two still has multiple meanings.

First, both still have gas left in the tank.

Second, both made significant contributions last season, especially Diaw, who performed well in the Western Conference Finals rotation after Jokic was injured. This is also a reward for meritorious service.

Third, both are experienced and will serve as good mentors for the growth of young players.

After completing the signings of the three, the Pelicans' roster for the new season is basically set.

Point Guard: Walker, Brogdon

Shooting Guard: Tang Tian, Lamb

Small Forward: Butler, Bojan, Siakam

Power Forward: Davis, David West, Kuzma

Center: Dedmon, Harrell, Diaw, Thomas Bryant

The 14-man roster leaves one spot open to see if there are any bargains or talented guards available in the free agent market.

But there's no rush for now. There aren't many guards on the roster, but Butler can also play the two, and with Brogdon, who has starting ability, the backcourt is still very strong.

The Hard Knocks Brothers' training camp lasted nearly a month.

They also took the time to go to the Drew League for actual combat, abusing other teams to the point of doubting their lives, and almost got banned by the officials.

Tang Tian also met Rose, the former MVP with Laraza's beard, who had matured a lot.

But their focus was still on training.

Walker and Davis both improved a lot during this month.

Especially Walker, with Parker's help, not only significantly improved the stability of his floater, but also developed very good chemistry with Davis.

Tang Tian's previous prediction was very accurate. Walker and Davis, the two players who like pick-and-rolls the most, achieved a result of 1+1>2.

It seems that the two will be on the court together for a long time in the new season.

The same situation also happened to Davis.

In last season's games, Davis had already shown his low-post bank shot technique, and because of his height and build, he looked a bit like Duncan.

Now, under Duncan's guidance, this technique is even more skilled.

It seems that this has a good chance of becoming one of his weapons in the new season.

In addition to their Hard Knocks Brothers, there were two other people who were also training intensely.

Dedmon and Thomas Bryant, who joined the training camp later, only practiced one skill at Tang Tian's request: three-pointers.

Bryant originally had some three-point ability, so he adapted quickly.

Dedmon surprised everyone. This black, rough, and tough big man, who had only taken one three-pointer in the first four years of his career, was initially uncomfortable and even somewhat resistant.

But as training progressed, he shot even more accurately and better than Bryant.

Dempsey was overjoyed when he saw it. A black, rough, and tough guy plus a three-pointer, the top version of a 3-and-D center. The Pelicans' $6 million was well spent!

Butler and Walker looked at Tang Tian in horror.

They knew that Dedmon was signed on Tang Tian's recommendation. This guy must have cheated!

Time entered early September, about two weeks before the start of each team's training camp, and the Hard Knocks Brothers training camp was disbanded early.

Compared to the previous few times, this farewell was much quieter.

Irving and Thompson didn't say anything about winning the championship anymore.

After all, with the Hard Knocks Four Brothers in the Pelicans, especially the tacit understanding and strength shown in the training camp, anyone with a brain knows it's unrealistic.

As for Walker and Butler, they finally no longer had to accompany them in bitterness. This was their best chance to win a championship.

After the training camp disbanded, the Hard Knocks Brothers all started to get busy with their own affairs.

Walker and Butler had been training before, and now they finally had time to choose and buy a house.

Especially Walker, whose whole family was still in Charlotte, so he had to hurry up.

Davis ran to San Antonio to learn how to repair cars from Duncan.

It is said that those who are near vermilion get stained red, and those who are near ink get stained black. After training with Duncan for a month, his low-post skills improved, and his interest in repairing cars was also cultivated.

Tang Tian also had his own plans.

"Your pig is so cute."

When Parker saw the African lion, he made a joke to Tang Tian, which made Tang Tian re-examine his lion.

Just like people don't realize that they are constantly gaining weight, the African lion is with them every day, so they don't feel it growing bigger, and naturally don't feel it getting fatter.

Comparing it with the videos and photos taken when it was a kid, you really can't help but exclaim like Parker, I raised a pig!

But there's no way around it. The African lion was neutered when it was an adult. All it does is eat and sleep, so it's not unreasonable to be fat.

Although the manor is big, it is still too small for the African lion.

Tang Tian and Olsen decided to take it back to Nigeria to play.

Speaking of which, it had been more than four years since the two had gone, and Olsen still quite missed the taste of the seafood there.

And for them, taking their two children out to play is also something they need to do as parents.

So this time, they went with a much larger group. In addition to bringing Carl, they also brought several bodyguards.

After packing their luggage, the group quickly boarded the plane.

Just before boarding the plane, Tang Tian received a message from Woj.

As a news reporter, he has a partnership with the team and even the players.

Previously, Woj had first-hand news about the Pelicans, and he would also share first-hand news with the Pelicans and Tang Tian.

This signing news could be big or small.

Wade signed with the Cavaliers for one year and $8.4 million, using the full mid-level exception.

Unlike in history, after James left the Cavaliers, Wade received a maximum salary extension with the Heat.

Last season was his contract year, and at that time, there were rumors that the Heat were preparing to trade or buy out Wade at the trade deadline.

But in the end, that was just limited to rumors, and when this summer came, Wade also became a free agent.

Because Wade is the soul of the Heat, he basically didn't attract much attention in the free agent market.

However, there was a big disagreement between Wade and the Heat on the issue of contract renewal.

Wade hoped to get a respectable 1-2 year retirement contract like Kobe, and then choose to retire with the Heat.

However, Heat President Pat Riley felt that Wade, who was already 35 years old, was not worth that price, and was even unwilling to offer an annual salary of more than 10 million.

In the end, the two sides never reached an agreement, and Wade's contract renewal was delayed again and again.

Until now, Wade finally chose to leave Miami and joined James' Cavaliers.

Wade, who is 35 years old, is definitely not worth a maximum salary, but last season he averaged 19 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.7 assists for the Heat!

This is still the performance of an All-Star level player.

Previously, Irving's departure had once caused the Cavaliers to lose their chance to continue competing for the championship.

But David Griffin traded for George through operations and then signed Wade.

Wade + George + James + Love + Whiteside.

James' Brotherhood Basketball 2.0 officially started!