Clippers introduced new players and head coach.

The reason for the large-scale press conference, "Clippers" could serve as a mere decision of Chris Paul to extend co-operation with the club. There playmaker could be the sole purpose of the vast number of literary fraternity and answer countless questions. But the SR-3 did not want to take the rap for all. Instead, the team gathered almost at full strength.
It was in this atmosphere, the leader of the "Clippers" decided to explain why it considered the 5-year contract worth $ 107 million the most attractive. So, the "younger" of the City of Angels provided the public with a total of nine people. Three of them (Paul Barnes and Hollins ) extended an agreement with a team, three more ( Dudley, Redick and Collison ) are rookies. Finally, a trio of coaching staff - Doc Rivers, Gary Sacks and Andy Roser . "This is a special press conference - said Paul. Here I and five of my partners. And there is nothing more important than what we have decided to address you all together. Photos with these guys, perhaps, there is a place in my house. " Of course, the main event was just a contract extension Chris Paul: the parties have formalized the relationship immediately on the day of the free-agent market opens. A day later, it was announced to the masses. As acknowledged by the player, the decision was not a difficult. Although after talking with his family seemed to make a choice will not be easy. "When I was at home, I decided to talk to his wife:" You think you have to stay? "- I asked. Overall, I discussed everything from home, with his brother and came to the conclusion that the" Clippers "I will have the best opportunity to compete for the title. " Such a rapid solution of the main star gave free rein to the latter-day mentor "Sail" - Doc Rivers. "His decision is very helpful to us and I'm happy with how everything was resolved. He once again proved that he is not going to embark on a tour of potential employers that loyal only to our squad," - said Rivers. Immediately club began to take active steps to transfer market: Eric Bledsoe traded and Caron Butler in "Phoenix" by getting Jared Dudley and JJ Redick on the results of three-way handshake. Collison also signed, which takes place Bledsoe "under" the main point guard. By the way, just that he was engaged in his debut season of "New Orleans". "Perfect gain - says Doc. - First, we have added firepower. All they understand their role in the club. guys know that they can on the lot, and this is one undeniable advantage. They are willing to win at any cost, to leave everything on the court power, no matter what happens.'s great that we have used the opportunity and added to the great backbone of such responsible athletes. " According to the coach, get a pair of left sturdy veterans and the shuttle plan is fulfilled. "It is extremely important character of the players. I give up more than a gifted athlete in favor of the one who is right for our team. While we are perfectly cope with this problem," - said the coach. One of these guys - Reggie Bullock , selected under the 25-th number on the last draft. Last year, a graduate of the University of North Carolina gathered an impressive collection of 13.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.9 steals and 1.3 transfer on average for the evening. In this case, the guy was third in scoring on the team, realizing 88 three-pointers in only 35 (!) Matches: This is the third result in the history of the team. course, Paul would like to negotiate with other clubs, being a free agent. However, Chris said that it was not necessary: ​​he made ​​the decision before the NBA was officially allowed to contact with the "unemployed." Its representatives have notified in advance of applicants for a point guard, so that third-party suitor did not even bother. "I believe that acted honestly - admitted Paul. - and so I know exactly who I wanted to get and where I could decide to go. So sense of excessive pressure in the first place for my family I do not see. therefore made ​​sure in advance that the breeders of our competitors have concentrated on other guys that have netrudoustroeny. " Also SR-3 has admitted that contact with Dwight Howard and discussed possible cooperation. But pretty soon realized that the probability of such an outcome was initially very small. "We really talked with Dwight on this topic. Actually, he and I are very good friends, and our parents are in wonderful ways. But he made ​​a decision that was best for him and his family. So did the same as I do. I can only express my best wishes to him. He's a great guy with a big heart. heartening to see that Howard is completely healthy. " Meanwhile, overseas colleagues were actively discussing a curious rumor, saying that Chris influence on almost every shuttle decision squads. Allegedly fired Vinny Del Negro almost his handiwork, and the idea with the Rivers belongs to him. Hard to believe: for it at clubs have specialized staff. And the player with lightning speed disown such "allegations". "Normal situation: as always happens, everyone thinks capricious leadership team leaders dictate their terms, or threaten to go to the rival" firm. "I was prepared for this and did not react. In the end, everyone who knows me is aware that it is empty nonsense. When we went to JJ and Jared, I was on the set of commercials, learned of the acquisition there. Virtually all the rest of the time I was playing with the kids and spend time with the family. " In the "Clippers" are well aware that such an active job market does not guarantee a victory in the championship. But now Larry O'Brien Cup is definitely achievable, and even more coveted goal. "We collect the composition of the bits are not just simply go to the floor and play - said Doc Rivers. - We want to be the best, and often not just win."