Barrett: I have never met grizzly bears, but New York is the place of my heart

Tencent Sports, June 20 - The 2019 NBA draft conference will be officially held on the morning of the 21st. Today, the draft players conducted a public interview in New York before the draft. The following is the interview transcript of the popular rookie RJ Barrett. [Focus on NBA Draft Conference]

RJ Barrett, a Canadian basketball player, is 2.01 meters tall. He works as a small forward and plays for the NCAA Duke University Blue Devils. He is expected to be selected by the New York Knicks in the third place. The following is a transcript of his interview before today's draft in New York.

Q: What does it mean to be selected by the Knicks?

A: Of course, this is of great significance. My dead grandfather is a loyal Knicks fan. When he was alive, he always told me that he hoped I could play for the Knicks, so it is absolutely of special significance to be selected by the Knicks.

Q: How did you talk with Knicks coach David Fitzdale?

A: Great talk. He is a very good person and a very good coach. I hope everything goes well.

Q: If you are selected by the Knicks, why are you so confident that you can become one of the core players of the team in the future.

A: I can't say too much. You will know when you see me playing. You will see how I started my career. I am willing to accept challenges, and I will do my best.

Q: The Toronto Raptors won the championship. What do you think?

A: Very good. I watched every game of the finals. I jumped up and down excitedly, and my voice was hoarse. It is of great significance to the whole country of Canada. You can see what kind of grand occasion it is. The whole country is united.

Q: What about Canadian basketball?

A: When I was young, I often watched Bosh and De Rozan play. So I can imagine how young people today feel when they watch the Raptors team headed by Leonard play. What they do will certainly inspire the next generation.

Q: How to view the rise of Canadian basketball

A: As you can see, a large number of basketball talents have emerged in Canada. We will create a different world, and we will shock the world.

Q: What's your mood if you can play in Madison Square, a basketball resort?

A: It certainly feels great. I only played one game there and saw the crazy atmosphere there. The venue is very bright. In short, everything is perfect. I'm looking forward to playing there.

Q: Are you ready to set an example for Canadian children?

A: I feel that I am the one who will inspire the next generation. I will make a step by step. I will do my best for the whole country. I feel that I am mature enough and have solid and comprehensive technology.

Q: The outside world is optimistic that you can lead the Knicks back to the top. What's your opinion on this?

A: First of all, this is a challenge I am willing to accept. I also want to prove myself in the NBA. I hope I am the next legend. As for other things, I don't think much about it.

Q: Are you already attached to Nix?

A: I didn't say I would go to the Knicks. After all, anything can happen at the draft conference. It's an honor to be selected. Let's see which team will choose me tomorrow.

Q: Did you meet with the Grizzlies?

A: No, I haven't met with grizzlies at all.

Q: But there are reports that you have met with them.

A: It was just an exchange with some people of the Grizzlies, but it was not a meeting.

Q: Why didn't you try out for the Grizzlies?

A: My agent, my father and I decided not to go to the Grizzlies for a trial. It's not disrespectful to the Grizzlies, but New York is the place I would like to go.

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