Philadelphia 76ers fans have gone through a mental rollercoaster, especially regarding Kyle Lowry's contract extension. This 38-year-old veteran, experienced in many battles, but was snubbed in front of the goal in the contract renewal negotiations, and the contract negotiations were simply a farce! Obviously, Lowry brought the team not only the points on the field, but also his scheming court wisdom. The attitude of the Philadelphia top management is like eating the scales and being willing to give him a veteran base salary of 3 million, which in Lowry's eyes is simply a great contempt for his experience and ability. After all, when this brother was in the Heat, he completed a contract of nearly 40 million, and this gap is so big that it can make people laugh off their big teeth!
Let's take a look at Lowry's scandal with the Rockets, the close negotiation between Lowry's team and the Rockets' Stone team seems to have put him half a foot in Houston. The Rockets are looking to recruit an experienced veteran who can control the court, and Lowry is undoubtedly a good choice. No, when Van Vleet heard that Big Brother might come to the Rockets, he was so excited that he felt like he had won the jackpot. But behind this, how much is the sincerity of the Rockets, and how much is Lowry's helplessness? After all, the treatment he suffered in Philadelphia is enough to make people want to transfer.
As for why Philadelphia chose to drop Lowry in the summer, the Philadelphia owner seems determined to make a big move in the summer to find another star player for Embiid and Maxey. Harris' high-salary contract can be split into two high-quality role players, which is a smart operation, and it looks like Philadelphia's trade machine is starting to spin again. But Lowry, a veteran, is clearly not in their plans. To put it bluntly, they are interested in Lowry's practical value, but ignore his long-term contributions. This kind of vision is really short-sighted!
Lowry and Yao Ming were teammates in the past, and now it seems to be full of nostalgia. At that time, Lowry averaged 14.3 points, 4.5 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game, and was an out-and-out main force in the Rockets. Returning to the Rockets, will he be able to regain the glory of those years? This is not only a test for Lowry himself, but also a test for the vision and strategy of the Rockets management. After all, the water of the past will not flow into today's field, and although Lowry is old, his passion for basketball and desire to win can still make people see the shining light in him.
The top brass of Philadelphia are obviously playing a long line to catch big fish, and letting a veteran like Lowry go, a discerning person can see at a glance that this is to make room for big moves. But is it really worth letting go of an experienced player like Lowry? Let's look at his performance during the Raptors period, when it comes to crunch time, he is as steady as an old dog, and this kind of player is not a replacement that can be found casually. Philadelphia is gambling that they can find a brighter star in the market, but this kind of gambling is inevitably too risky.
Lowry and VanVleet were golden partners during the Raptors, and now they are reuniting in the Rockets, this picture is too beautiful for me to watch! In the days of the Raptors, they are like the souls of the court, one plays steadily, and the other is sharp. Although Lowry is a little older now, his experience and court IQ have not diminished at all. The Rockets have really picked up a treasure now, and with the addition of Lowry next to VanVleet, isn't the Rockets' backcourt solid? This is not just a remake of the Raptors era, it's simply an upgraded version, okay? Rockets fans may wake up laughing, their backcourt is suddenly tough.
Besides, Philadelphia's performance during Embiid's injury retirement is really impressive. originally thought that they would drop the chain, but it turned out that young players like Maxey grew rapidly, and veterans such as Lowry and Batum also stabilized their positions. That's the value of veterans! Especially Lowry, this guy is called a calm guy on the field, and it's just a tactical board for activity. But now Philadelphia actually wants to let him go, isn't this a self-defeating martial arts? We all know that a good veteran can bring the team not only the points on the field, but also the more important spirit and experience inheritance. Philadelphia is really sweating like this!
When it comes to Lowry's future with the Rockets, I have more to say. This guy is not simple, don't look at his age, but on the court he is a real old fox, very shrewd. His prospects for the Rockets, I think it's quite optimistic. The rocket is now clearly in need of such a veteran to stabilize the morale of the army in the reconstruction. Lowry's experience and game control ability are simply timely rain for these young Rockets. Coupled with his tacit understanding with VanVleet, the Rockets' backcourt defense and playmaking are expected to be greatly improved. Don't underestimate this old boy, he has the experience of fighting side by side with Yao Ming, it was a golden age in the history of the rocket! Lowry's joining may bring the glory of the past to the rocket.
Philadelphia's big moves over the summer were dizzying, and they decided to give up Lowry, and not just because of his age. We have to see clearly that Philadelphia is doing something big, and they are using Harris's big contract space to split it into two role players, which is simply playing with fire! They want to make a big move in the trade market and use these contracts and first-round picks to catch big fish. However, this strategy is not small, if you don't catch a big fish, or if the fish you catch is not suitable for the water and soil, then Philadelphia will not have to cry without tears? Moreover, if you don't do it, it will mess up the team's chemistry, and this kind of thing is not unseen in the NBA, and all kinds of sky-high contracts are exchanged for chicken feathers on and off the court.
Although the Rockets' contract to Lowry is not sky-high, the three-year contract is a big surprise for the 38-year-old veteran. Don't forget, Lowry has had a glorious past with the Rockets, averaging 14.3 points + 4.5 rebounds + 6.6 assists per game and still shining today. The Rockets want to use Lowry's experience and leadership to stabilize the team and lead the development of young players. But don't forget, this is a gambling game, and if Lowry's form slips, the Rockets' investment could be in vain. It's like reliving an old lover's old dream, good is good, and the risk is not small.
Finally, let's talk about how this trade move between Philadelphia and the Rockets could change the NBA. If successful, Philadelphia's move could become a model for other teams to follow, and the strategy of trading big contracts for more flexibility could be the trend of the future. And if the Rockets can use Lowry's experience to stabilize the team and improve in the coming years, then this strategy of reusing veterans will also get more attention. However, both teams' strategies have gambling elements, and success is naturally genius, and failure is a lesson.