Chapter 335 Draft Order
“Boss, I don’t know which bastard spread the news that we are contacting Yao. Now the SuperSonics, Bucks, Rockets, Knicks and Hawks are all inviting Yao to try out. For training, Klaus of the Bulls even rushed to Shanghai in person."
On the phone, Rick Gordon said angrily.
Xu Liang was not very angry. With Yao Ming holding the No. 1 pick, no one could take it away.
Moreover, the more teams value him, the more pressure he will put on the LAN Association to let him go.
"Don't worry about them. The number one pick is in our hands. No matter how much they mess with it, they can't take away the person we like."
"Yes."
"Communicate with Yao Ming , Now the CBA league has ended for more than a month. If he is willing, he can go to San Francisco from now on. We will hire a professional coaching team to carry out professional training for him in advance so that he can adapt to the rhythm of the NBA as soon as possible."
I have seen enough in the media and magazines in my previous life how backward basketball training in China is.
In contrast, the NBA has professional nutritionists, masseurs, shooting coaches, physical coaches, etc., who can help players go further.
Rick Gordon once again felt the importance Xu Liang attached to Yao Ming.
You must know that it is the offseason now, and setting up such a coaching team alone will require hundreds of thousands of dollars in expenses every month.
"Okay, BOSS."
"Also, the Mavericks have a Chinese center named Wang Zhizhi, buy him over." Xu Liang said.
A person in an unfamiliar environment can easily be ostracized by the locals. Especially as Yao Ming, as the number one pick, will receive even more serious attention and ostracism. Even with his support, it is inevitable within the team.
If Wang Zhizhi is around, the two of them can stick together and not feel too lonely.
Mental health will greatly affect a player's performance.
As for competition, no matter how bad Wang Zhizhi is, being an ordinary substitute is enough.
If Wang Zhizhi can rise to prominence under the influence of Yao Ming, he will make a lot of money.
And the Warriors’ strong Chinese flavor makes it easier to attract advertising.
Rick Gordon quickly agreed.
Because he has a relationship with a Chinese boss, he has also learned about Chinese players in the NBA.
Wang Zhizhi, a bench player with an annual salary of $470,000, is easy to buy.
"How was the communication with the Oriental Team and the Basketball Association?"
"It was not smooth."
Things that don't go well are to be expected.
Rick Gordon continued: "The Eastern Team has given us ten conditions.
First, help find two high-level foreign players;
2. The Eastern team has a closed training camp in Houston for a month;
3. The Eastern team managers and coaches receive regular training with the Warriors;
4. The Warriors come to Magic City for an exhibition game;
5. Warriors stars come to Magic City to participate in promotional activities;
6. The Warriors and the Oriental Team jointly build a basketball school;
7. The Warriors sent aid coaches to the Magic City team;
8. Find funds from the Warriors’ sponsors to build a training facility in the Magic City;
9. The Warriors paid US$350,000 in compensation;
10. The NBA gave the Magic City special policies in terms of television broadcasts. "
After Xu Liang listened carefully, "Do you think these conditions should not be agreed to? "
"Other things are easy to say, but the three conditions of building a basketball school, training hall, and television broadcasting are difficult. The first two are because the financial investment is too large, and the latter is because NBA rules do not allow teams to sell television broadcasts privately. "Rick Gordon said.
Television revenue is the lifeblood of the NBA, so we make money from this.
"You can discuss it with the Eastern Team and give up on the difficult conditions. You can agree to the others."
From the position of a team owner, whether it is an exhibition game or a star promotion activity, it can increase the reputation of the Warriors and increase the reputation of the Warriors. make money.
He just likes to make money.
"Yes, BOSS."
"How is the player transfer going?" Xu Liang continued to ask.
"The Timberwolves' Chauncey Billups, whom you personally appointed, has already agreed."
Xu Liang was shocked, "What are the conditions?"
"Larry Hughes Exchange for Chauncey Billups"
"Not bad...Where's Ben Wallace?"
"But since the Pistons are willing to talk to us. Talk, there is hope for a deal, and they really need a top swingman who can attack the city. ”
Xu Liang then said, "Billups and Ben Wallace signed here, remember to give them a long-term contract.
Billups signed for eight years and Wallace for six years. The salary can be given Slightly higher. "
This contract is enough to guarantee that they will stay with the Warriors during their peak years.
The key is that it is very cost-effective.
Especially Billups, who has not yet become famous, can earn an annual salary of six to seven million, and can sign for eight years, the Warriors will definitely make a lot of money.
"BOSS, is eight years too long?"
The longer the contract, the better.
If a player is injured or starts to be unable to work effectively, they will suffer a huge loss.
“Rick, I believe in my own judgment.”
Chauncy Billups, although not top-notch in all aspects, is indeed the most impressive person at the No. 1 position. Reassured players.
Passing, organization, offense, defense, there are almost no shortcomings.
What’s more rare is a player with a cool head and a big heart. Such a player will not lie flat.
As for Grant Hill and Tim Hardaway falling after injuries, unless there is a butterfly effect, it is impossible.
"Okay, boss."
"Is there any other deal?" Xu Liang asked.
"Tom hopes we can introduce a few backcourt players. We have too many people at center and power forward. The backcourt has become a lot weaker after selling Larry Hughes."
Xu Liang thought about the Warriors' staffing and couldn't help but nodded. "Does Coach Tom have a goal?"
"Yes. ...Bruce Bowen of the Spurs."
"He."
Xu Liang suddenly thought about it.
This Spurs defensive champion is famous for his candy-style defense and black feet, and is known as the touchstone for top swingmen.
Also has a good three-pointer.
"Are the Spurs willing to release him?"
"I would like to exchange Adonal Foyle."
The information about Adonal Foyle suddenly came to Xu Liang's mind.
At 2.08 meters, he is the backup center of the Warriors. He was selected by the Warriors with the sixth overall pick in 1997. He blocks shots well and defends well. He averaged 5.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game.
Standard blue-collar player.
With Xu Liang planning to introduce Yao Ming, it would be a waste to keep him.
After all, the Warriors have a better Eric Dampier.
And Troy Murphy, who can play both the 4th and 5th positions. The latter is a frequent double-double and is also one of the templates for Yi Jianlian to enter the NBA.
In this era, inside players are more popular, especially blue-collar players with excellent defense and strong frame protection ability are scarce.
Although the Spurs have Duncan, Duncan also needs to rest.
"I agree, if the Spurs are not willing, try to trade Sean Battier of the Grizzlies."
The latter is also an excellent perimeter defender, top-notch Champion puzzle.
But now Battier averages 14.4 points and 5.5 rebounds per game with the Grizzlies, as well as 2.8 assists, 1.55 steals and 1.04 blocks. He has fully demonstrated his versatility on both offense and defense, and was selected Won the Rookie of the Year First Team.
There is a high probability that the Grizzlies will not sell their potential rookies for a blue-collar insider.
But it’s not a bad idea to give it a try. What if the Grizzlies’ general manager goes blind?
“Okay, BOSS.”
“By the way, is there any news about the draft picks?”
"I traded Mark Jackson to the Nets' No. 24 pick."
"No. 24 pick?"
"Yes. I sent Mark Jackson's trade application to The mailboxes of all teams, but only the Nets are interested."
Xu Liang frowned, this lottery is a bit late.
However, the resources in the Warriors' hands are limited, and Rick Gordon is also a clever woman who cannot make a meal without rice.
"Let No. 24 be No. 24. This year, if our No. 1 pick in the draft, Yao Ming, can get the Pistons' first-round pick, he will use the Pistons' pick to select Tayshaun Prince. If he can't get it, he will use it. Select Carlos Boozer with the 24th pick.
If Carlos Boozer cannot be selected with the 24th pick, pick Luis Scola. ”
These three people. It's impossible to get none.
Remember this sequence silently.
“Okay, boss.”
"That's it, do you have anything else?"
"Last Wednesday, Larry Ellison spent $200 million to acquire the Portland Trail Blazers, threatening to destroy the Warriors in the new season. . ”
Xu Liang was stunned for a moment, this was beyond his expectation.
But think about Larry Ellison’s mad dog-like character. He suffered a loss last time and he definitely wants revenge.
But he didn't take it to heart.
No matter how powerful Larry Ellison is, he can't compare to his prophetic ability.
"Ignore that clown, he knows shit about basketball."
Rick Gordon complained in his heart.
My big boss is not a professional either. In particular, selecting Yao Ming with the No. 1 pick and exchanging Danny Fordson and Jamison for the blue-collar Ben Wallace are simply stupid in his opinion. downright.
Complaints are complaints, but I definitely don’t dare to say them on the surface.
"Is there anything else?"
"No."
After explaining, Xu Liang hung up the phone.
Dong dong….
There was a knock on the door.
"Come in."
Lu Hui opened the door and walked in.
"Mr. Xu, this is today's "Beijing Evening News", please take a look."
Looking at her look, Xu Liang knew that it was not a good thing.
Take it over and take a look, and sure enough.
Next to the front page headline, there is a very eye-catching black headline.
"More than ten years of hard work is not worth a plunder of capital, the story of Huiyuan's change of color"
The author of the news content expressed injustice for Zhu Jiaming, who worked hard to found Huiyuan, and accused the acquirer Jianlibao of being ruthless.
After Xu Liang read it, he took out his cell phone and called Qiao Yuhui.
“Did Zhu Xinli’s 49% equity acquisition not go smoothly?”
"How do you know?"
"It was reported in the "Beijing Evening News", and I am complaining about it." Xu Liang said with a smile.
Xu Liang is also proficient in public opinion hype. At a glance, it is obvious that Zhu Xinli bought the article. The crooked buttocks are too obvious.
(End of this chapter)