Duncan Retires

The first round of the draft was about to end. On his way downstairs to find Siakam and Brogdon, Tang Tian ran into an old acquaintance.

The league's vice president, Tatum.

Tang Tian and Tatum had been on good terms ever since Tang Tian entered the league.

After Xiao Hua took office, Tatum had also become the league's Chief Vice President.

They exchanged greetings and chatted for a while.

"Your performance in the Finals was incredible. Winning the championship under those circumstances was no small feat."

Tatum congratulated Tang Tian, though his words seemed to carry some dissatisfaction with the referee's whistle.

"I never want to experience that kind of referee's whistle again," Tang Tian said with a smile.

"It will happen."

Tatum nodded, then leaned close to Tang Tian and lowered his voice.

"I miss the basketball of the David Era too. I'll do my best to change things on the league's board."

As soon as he finished speaking, a staff member reminded him that it was time to head backstage.

The first round was over, and it was his turn to announce the second round.

Tang Tian watched Tatum's departing figure thoughtfully.

His standing in the league was no longer on the same level as it had been during his time with the Spurs.

He had even surpassed James. If he won another championship or two, he would be closing in on Jordan at his peak.

He had been unable to stop Xiao Hua from taking office before, but now he could gradually make his voice heard and bring about change.

Tatum would be a good replacement candidate.

He spotted Siakam not far away, set that thought aside for the moment, and walked over.

Siakam looked quite green, but he was very talkative.

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