Post by Odin on Jul 20, 2017 1:08:41 GMT -6
this is something i have been thinking about doing for a few months now. finally got around to it as Trapped in the Car Part 2 but didn't finish it yesterday so I decided to start it up right. Hope you guys enjoy.
INT - NUGGETS PRACTICE FACILITY
As the draft wraps up and free agency begins, COACH AVERY JOHNSON and his team meet to discuss the future. PLAYERS are shooting around while a few trusted family, friends, and media members are scattered about the bleachers. COACH walks to the middle of the court and calls his team over.
COACH
Hey guys, thanks for meeting with me today. I just wanted to welcome the new players from the draft and start a discussion about our goals in free agency. Obviously, after Chris was traded to Portland we are going to have to completely overhaul our post situation.
KEITH VAN HORN, Nuggets starting SF, raises his hand. Coach looks annoyed.
COACH
Hold on everyone, it looks like Kevin has a question.
KVH
Coach, I've told you a thousand times my name is actually Keith.
COACH
I've heard it both ways.
KVH
Yes, well, anyway, I was just hoping that I wouldn't be forced to play power forward again this year. I truly feel like it limits me offensively.
COACH
I'll say it like this Kevin, the organization has a plan. And that plan is...
The doors to the gym slam open. A bright light shines through as the silhouette of a man stands in the doorway for a few seconds before proceeding to walk forward. As he approaches it becomes obvious he looks very much like Alec Baldwin.
COACH
Kevin and Gentlemen, it looks like our GM Robert Catz has decided to grace us with his presence. What can we do for you today Mr. Catz? Have you come to check out this latest batch of draft busts?
COACH laughs heartily, some of the PLAYERS laugh awkwardly. CATZ stares at COACH. COACH stops laughing and looks around awkwardly. CATZ busts out laughing, COACH joins in, as do the PLAYERS.
CATZ
Haha, yes, you've always had jokes Avery but unfortunately this one will be your last.
COACH
Excuse me sir?
CATZ
For this organization anyway. You're fired. Now get out of my gym.
COACH is clearly taken aback. Some of the PLAYERS look shocked. A smile creeps across KVH'S face. A MAN stands up from the bleachers and begins to walk towards the group.
COACH
Can I at least say goodbye to my guys?
CATZ
Sure, why not, but make it fast.
Coach turns to the team. He is visibly shaken. A once vibrant soul brought so close to tears.
COACH
Well guys, this is it. I've been coaching this team for a few decades now and we've never really had much success but I always thought if we would establish our family first winning would come naturally, but I guess I was wrong. I've always believed you all were capable of great things however I won't be the one to lead you there. And Kevin, I just want you to know I've always been rough on you becau...
The unknown MAN from the bleachers finally arrives at the group.
CATZ
Ok, that's enough. Everyone, I would like to introduce your new coach, Julius Erving.
JULIUS ERVING
Please, everyone just call me Doc.
CATZ
I didn't know you had a medical degree, Julius.
DOC
I don't, it's just a nickname.
CATZ
So be it. This is it for me today, I have to catch a flight out to meet with a few Free Agents. Things are looking up gentlemen, this is only the beginning.
CATZ turns and walks out. AVERY is still standing around trying to figure out what is going on. KVH is still smiling.
AVERY
I....I'm just going to leave now.
AVERY walks to the side of the gym, opens a door, and disappears through it. Seconds later, he emerges from the same door.
AVERY
That was a closet. Please don't tell anyone that happened.
AVERY walks to the proper exit and leaves the Practice Facility forever. A sent tweet sound is heard from someone's phone, everyone turns to look at KVH who is still smiling.
DOC
Ok team, I know Coach Johnson had been here for a very long time but frankly you guys never won shit under him and never will win shit under him. He was the orchestrator of an ill advised move of the franchise across the country to a much tougher division while you guys weren't even competing in the worst division in the league. In time, you will all see that this was the right move for the organization.
KVH raises his hand, once again interrupting his head coach.
KVH
Hey coach, I was just wondering if I was going to be forced to play power forward again this year. I feel it really limits me offensively.
DOC
Well, Kevin....the name is Kevin right?
KVH
No, it's actually Keith!
DOC
Well Kevin, I'm not making any promises about positions or playing time. Everything is up in the air and everyone is on the block. No one is a starter and everyone is a starter. You have to prove you deserve the minutes you received last year. Those who felt they deserved more will have an equal opportunity to prove themselves. So to answer your question, Kevin, it is entirely up to you.
The smile has faded from KVH's face. He looks down at his phone, clearly trying to hide his disappointment. REX CHAPMAN, star point guard, chimes in.
REX
I'm not included in that, am I?
DOC
Absolutely. It's a new day here in Denver. The sun has set and we are awaiting the sunrise, don't get hit in the night.
Some PLAYERS look at each other, confused by what their new coach has said.
CARON
Wait...are you threatening us?
DOC
No sir, only your playing time. Anyway, that's about enough for today. I'm sure you have many questions but I can't be bothered with them today. Write them down and ask them at the team Q&A we'll be having before practice tomorrow. Everyone get some sleep, we're going to turn this shit around tomorrow.
The camera zooms out. The exterior of the Nuggets Practice Facility is shown. A plane is seen flying overhead.
INT - ROBERT CATZ PRIVATE JET
CATZ is seen sitting in a luxurious cabin enjoying some roasted quail and a glass of champagne.
CATZ
It's done. Avery is out of the picture, now we can begin to move forward.
CATZ turns and looks toward the seat next to him. There's an ASIAN MAN sitting in it.
CATZ
Mr. Nguyen, call your man and let him know his wishes have been carried out. He's clear to begin making plans to relocate.
NAO WI NGUYEN, President of the Denver Nuggets, picks up his phone, dials a number, has a conversation in Chinese, and hangs up.
NGUYEN
It is done.
Camera fades to black. Credits roll.
WASHINGTON DC - EXT - STARBUCKS
A very TALL ASIAN MAN is on the phone. He appears to just be listening. He hangs up and looks down at a WELL DRESSED ASIAN MAN standing next to him.
WELL DRESSED ASIAN MAN
Well?
TALL ASIAN MAN
It is done...
Fade to black
INT - NUGGETS PRACTICE FACILITY
As the draft wraps up and free agency begins, COACH AVERY JOHNSON and his team meet to discuss the future. PLAYERS are shooting around while a few trusted family, friends, and media members are scattered about the bleachers. COACH walks to the middle of the court and calls his team over.
COACH
Hey guys, thanks for meeting with me today. I just wanted to welcome the new players from the draft and start a discussion about our goals in free agency. Obviously, after Chris was traded to Portland we are going to have to completely overhaul our post situation.
KEITH VAN HORN, Nuggets starting SF, raises his hand. Coach looks annoyed.
COACH
Hold on everyone, it looks like Kevin has a question.
KVH
Coach, I've told you a thousand times my name is actually Keith.
COACH
I've heard it both ways.
KVH
Yes, well, anyway, I was just hoping that I wouldn't be forced to play power forward again this year. I truly feel like it limits me offensively.
COACH
I'll say it like this Kevin, the organization has a plan. And that plan is...
The doors to the gym slam open. A bright light shines through as the silhouette of a man stands in the doorway for a few seconds before proceeding to walk forward. As he approaches it becomes obvious he looks very much like Alec Baldwin.
COACH
Kevin and Gentlemen, it looks like our GM Robert Catz has decided to grace us with his presence. What can we do for you today Mr. Catz? Have you come to check out this latest batch of draft busts?
COACH laughs heartily, some of the PLAYERS laugh awkwardly. CATZ stares at COACH. COACH stops laughing and looks around awkwardly. CATZ busts out laughing, COACH joins in, as do the PLAYERS.
CATZ
Haha, yes, you've always had jokes Avery but unfortunately this one will be your last.
COACH
Excuse me sir?
CATZ
For this organization anyway. You're fired. Now get out of my gym.
COACH is clearly taken aback. Some of the PLAYERS look shocked. A smile creeps across KVH'S face. A MAN stands up from the bleachers and begins to walk towards the group.
COACH
Can I at least say goodbye to my guys?
CATZ
Sure, why not, but make it fast.
Coach turns to the team. He is visibly shaken. A once vibrant soul brought so close to tears.
COACH
Well guys, this is it. I've been coaching this team for a few decades now and we've never really had much success but I always thought if we would establish our family first winning would come naturally, but I guess I was wrong. I've always believed you all were capable of great things however I won't be the one to lead you there. And Kevin, I just want you to know I've always been rough on you becau...
The unknown MAN from the bleachers finally arrives at the group.
CATZ
Ok, that's enough. Everyone, I would like to introduce your new coach, Julius Erving.
JULIUS ERVING
Please, everyone just call me Doc.
CATZ
I didn't know you had a medical degree, Julius.
DOC
I don't, it's just a nickname.
CATZ
So be it. This is it for me today, I have to catch a flight out to meet with a few Free Agents. Things are looking up gentlemen, this is only the beginning.
CATZ turns and walks out. AVERY is still standing around trying to figure out what is going on. KVH is still smiling.
AVERY
I....I'm just going to leave now.
AVERY walks to the side of the gym, opens a door, and disappears through it. Seconds later, he emerges from the same door.
AVERY
That was a closet. Please don't tell anyone that happened.
AVERY walks to the proper exit and leaves the Practice Facility forever. A sent tweet sound is heard from someone's phone, everyone turns to look at KVH who is still smiling.
DOC
Ok team, I know Coach Johnson had been here for a very long time but frankly you guys never won shit under him and never will win shit under him. He was the orchestrator of an ill advised move of the franchise across the country to a much tougher division while you guys weren't even competing in the worst division in the league. In time, you will all see that this was the right move for the organization.
KVH raises his hand, once again interrupting his head coach.
KVH
Hey coach, I was just wondering if I was going to be forced to play power forward again this year. I feel it really limits me offensively.
DOC
Well, Kevin....the name is Kevin right?
KVH
No, it's actually Keith!
DOC
Well Kevin, I'm not making any promises about positions or playing time. Everything is up in the air and everyone is on the block. No one is a starter and everyone is a starter. You have to prove you deserve the minutes you received last year. Those who felt they deserved more will have an equal opportunity to prove themselves. So to answer your question, Kevin, it is entirely up to you.
The smile has faded from KVH's face. He looks down at his phone, clearly trying to hide his disappointment. REX CHAPMAN, star point guard, chimes in.
REX
I'm not included in that, am I?
DOC
Absolutely. It's a new day here in Denver. The sun has set and we are awaiting the sunrise, don't get hit in the night.
Some PLAYERS look at each other, confused by what their new coach has said.
CARON
Wait...are you threatening us?
DOC
No sir, only your playing time. Anyway, that's about enough for today. I'm sure you have many questions but I can't be bothered with them today. Write them down and ask them at the team Q&A we'll be having before practice tomorrow. Everyone get some sleep, we're going to turn this shit around tomorrow.
The camera zooms out. The exterior of the Nuggets Practice Facility is shown. A plane is seen flying overhead.
INT - ROBERT CATZ PRIVATE JET
CATZ is seen sitting in a luxurious cabin enjoying some roasted quail and a glass of champagne.
CATZ
It's done. Avery is out of the picture, now we can begin to move forward.
CATZ turns and looks toward the seat next to him. There's an ASIAN MAN sitting in it.
CATZ
Mr. Nguyen, call your man and let him know his wishes have been carried out. He's clear to begin making plans to relocate.
NAO WI NGUYEN, President of the Denver Nuggets, picks up his phone, dials a number, has a conversation in Chinese, and hangs up.
NGUYEN
It is done.
Camera fades to black. Credits roll.
WASHINGTON DC - EXT - STARBUCKS
A very TALL ASIAN MAN is on the phone. He appears to just be listening. He hangs up and looks down at a WELL DRESSED ASIAN MAN standing next to him.
WELL DRESSED ASIAN MAN
Well?
TALL ASIAN MAN
It is done...
Fade to black
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