Now being traded to Cleveland, he didn't mind. Actually, because Cleveland is closer to Indiana, he was quite happy, making it more convenient to go home.
As someone who has played in the NBA for a few years and has moved twice, Miller is already accustomed to the business nature of the NBA.
"Tell Yao Ming, the next time we meet in a game, I'll crush him to prove I'm the better one!" Miller jokingly remarked at the end; he felt a bit down about the trade, but was more optimistic.
But Arenas was different. Gan Guoyang called him three times before he picked up and you could hear the quiver in his voice.
Arenas had a strong personality to begin with; he faced a setback during last year's draft. His rookie season was great initially, but when the team traded for Van Exel later, Arenas' role diminished quickly.
By the playoffs, Van Exel completely overshadowed the rookie Arenas.
Arenas was hoping to come back strong in the new season, planning to have an outstanding season.
