Woody, accompanied by Johnson, went to the American Airlines Arena to meet Pat Riley.
Pat Riley has already prepared a rookie contract for Woody.
A standard "3 plus 1" contract with a fully guaranteed contract for the first three years and a team option for the fourth year.
A total of 12.5 million in four years, including 2.54 million in the first year!
For Woody, who signed a sneaker contract with Adidas averaging 12.28 million per year, this contract is really not good enough. But in the NBA, the average annual contract of 3 million is already more than half of the players in the league...
Knew it!
If you want to make big money, you still have to accept business contracts!
It can be said that rookies in this era have a hard life. If Woody had entered the league a few years earlier, he would have been able to earn an annual salary of tens of millions due to his popularity and potential.
That was an era when rookies dared to ask for a 100 million contract when they opened their mouths...
However, he is also the one who wants to ask for 100 million when he opens his mouth. He only cares about his own happiness, so that the people who come after him have no right to speak. They can only lie on the chopping block and be slaughtered by others.
Don't let me meet you in the NBA, otherwise, I will meet you once and fuck you once!
There is a saying that "cutting off a person's wealth is like killing his parents." Woody, who originally came here for money, heard about the new NBA contract because such a shameful person did such a shameful thing, and he became such a shameful person. So, do you think he can let that guy go?
Having lost his right to speak, Woody did not struggle. After confirming with Johnson and the lawyer he brought with him that there was no problem with the contract, he signed his name.
"Man, do you have a number you want to wear?" After signing the contract, Pat Riley chatted with Woody about the jersey number.
This is quite important!
In the NBA, symbols can often represent a player.
For example, when talking about the number 23, everyone will think of Michael Jordan. When talking about the number 6, Bill Russell's name will also blurt out. Of course, in today's league, when it comes to the most religious symbol, it must be the number 3!
Allen Iverson makes this number full of charm...
"I'll choose No. 95!" Woody thought for a moment and said his number.
"Huh?" Pat Riley felt that this number was weird. He thought for a long time before he realized that this number was too close to No. 96. This was... He glanced at "Magic" Johnson next to him.
Suddenly this strange feeling turned into deep worry.
No way!
He hasn't heard that Woody has this problem?
But think about it, this guy is now a "multi-millionaire", and he can now spend money where he couldn't before. And in this league...are there many examples of people who fall into depravity after having money?
If nothing else, let’s just say that Odom, who was just traded, is a “pdd”. He didn’t go to college because he was caught by the police while engaging in prostitution, and all his talent was wasted.
No, I have to be stricter with this guy...
The expression on his face changed according to the thoughts in his mind.
If the fifth overall pick in the first round were to be used to select a "Second Generation Odom", this would not be a joke.
Fortunately, what he is best at dealing with is this kind of guy with a bad attitude, which is why he dared to recruit Odom.
There is no problem that a player cannot solve in one training session. If there is one, then do it twice!
"Man, I will arrange for you to play in the summer league. You won't object to this, right?"
Woody nodded, of course it's no problem.
"Then starting from tomorrow, I hope to see you in the arena!" Pat Riley said what he really wanted to say.
here we go!
Sure enough he started!
When "Magic" Johnson heard Woody say that he wanted to wear the No. 95 jersey, he was a little confused. His first reaction was the same as that of Pat Riley.
Woody is drifting off and thinking about it?
no way!
No. 95 is so close to No. 96. Everyone would think that Woody knew that he couldn't choose between No. 96 and No. 69, so he chose the adjacent No. 95...
Plus, he just got so much extra money in his card!
A man!
But noticing the change in Pat Riley's attitude, his first reaction was:
Sure enough, this old pervert used the knife on Woody.
He was about to argue with Pat Riley, but Woody spoke first and asked seriously: "Pat, what I want to know is, if there is anything I don't understand, I can tell you
Call?"
"Huh? Of course!" Pat Riley didn't expect Woody to ask such a question suddenly and nodded quickly. Does this need to be said? He is the head coach of the Heat, and Woody has training problems.
Of course you can find him.
He exchanged contact information with Woody, and after Woody saved the number, he confirmed: "Can it be done at any time?"
Pat Riley didn't even think about it and said domineeringly: "Anything is fine!"
Perhaps because he felt uncomfortable with the rhythm of the conversation being controlled by Woody, Pat Riley wanted to regain the initiative in the conversation, so he immediately asked: "So, when can you come to the arena tomorrow!"
"Me? I will come to the arena at 4 o'clock in the morning!"
"Huh? Ling, 4 o'clock in the morning?"
Pat Riley frowned slightly. This sounds outrageous. Who is so crazy that he doesn't sleep at night and runs to the arena?
But when he saw Woody's sincere look, it didn't look like he was faking it. He didn't say anything and just nodded slightly. We'll know tomorrow whether this guy actually means what he says!
He no longer hesitated, and Johnson was completely not calm anymore.
He thought Pat Riley was an old pervert, but he didn't expect that a real pervert was beside him!
And he’s a pervert who tortures himself!
"Dude, you're only 18!"
Woody looked like he had everything under control: "Don't worry, Erwin, believe me, I can take good care of myself! I promise that after a while, Pat will no longer interfere with my training!"
"Oh?" Johnson suddenly became interested.
It's not like he didn't try before, asking Pat Riley to pay attention to their off-field performance and not pay too much attention to their off-field training, but the result was little effect. In the end, Pat Riley was forced to "force out" the management.
Lee was forced out of Los Angeles.
But Woody just glanced at him and didn't reveal his plan.
Not long after they left, Dwyane Wade also brought his agent team to the American Airlines Arena and signed the first contract of his NBA career.
After signing the contract, he breathed a sigh of relief.
After so many years, it is really not easy for him to reach this moment!
However, the main reason why others can't break into the NBA is because of their talent. The difference is that Wade has no talent problems. Even if he suffered a meniscus tear, he still became a star player in the NCAA.
His real problem...
It's his studies!
Ave's academic performance was not very satisfactory. Even if he rented a rental house very close to the school, he still violated the NCAA's Proposition 48. He spent the entire semester of his freshman year on the bench and did not receive a minute.
of playing time.
In other words, Wade has actually only played in the NCAA for 2 years!
But this time is wasted. Pat Riley also mentioned this: "Man, you should understand the shortcomings of older rookies, so you need to spend more time in training so that you can be as good as possible.
Seize the potential that is about to slip away!”
"Man, I selected you with the sixth pick in the first round. You should know what kind of trust this is!"
Wade felt a heavy love, which made him want to bow his head subconsciously. He knew very well that Pat Riley was right. His draft prospect could not have been selected in the top six. A man who knows his friends will die for his friends. His eyes were fierce.
Said: "Okay, Coach Pat, I will go to the arena to train at 6 o'clock tomorrow morning!"
He believes that this time is enough to prove his attitude!
but……
Pat Riley just said "hmm" softly and seemed... very calm?
In fact, he would go to the gym to train at 6 o'clock in the morning. If this attitude had been in the past, Pat Riley would definitely show a clear smile and express his satisfaction.
But who told me that there is a lunatic who just said that he will come to the arena at 4 o'clock tomorrow morning?
Crazy is crazy, but in comparison, Wade's 6 o'clock in the morning, isn't it... a little less interesting?
This person is just afraid of being compared!
6 o'clock is enough diligence, but before 4 o'clock, it is not enough!
Pat Riley also saw "I don't understand" written all over Wade's honest and honest face, so he told him about Woody's arrival at the arena at 4 o'clock tomorrow morning.
Wade:……
are you crazy!
He almost went berserk.
Where did this madness come from?
Go to the gym to train at 4 o'clock in the morning?
Is the bed not fragrant enough, or is there no woman in the bed?
Wow, this teammate is so awesome!
The first day Wade came to the arena to report, he was under a lot of pressure.
He knew Woody's talent. He only started playing basketball in his junior year of high school and won the Ohio State Finals MVP in his senior year, leading LeBron to revive the glory of St. Mary's.
Such a talent, and such a volume...
How can this "elderly rookie" like him live?
More diligent than him?
Then don’t I have to go out at 2:30 in the morning?
But my mother said that it would be bad to go out at 2:30 in the morning!
Wade was going crazy. On the night of the draft, he thought Woody was too "disdainful", but he didn't expect that this man was not only "dismissive" but also "crazy". Not only was he "crazy", he was also "voluptuous."
!
Yes!
This day is over!
Wade plans to buy a tent and live outside the arena tonight.
In the afternoon, Woody and Johnson finalized a 5 million mansion, less than 20 minutes away from the American Airlines Arena.
When Woody was still training in Los Angeles, Woody took a fancy to this house. He not only viewed mansions in Miami, but also mansions in several other cities.
Just to be able to move in at any time like now.
Just like this, Woody's card was marked with 5 million, and suddenly only 10 million was left.
Although he signed a four-year rookie contract today with a total of 12.5 million, it was only 2.54 million in the first year.
And just like the Adidas sneaker contract, half of it has to be paid in taxes, and there is also a 1% commission to be given to "Magic" Johnson. At the same time, there is also an extra 10% of the players' pension, which needs to be handed over.
alliance.
Although the money will be returned to Woody after Woody retires.
Can……
The money is indeed gone now!
With such a deduction, Woody can actually get about 1 million in the first year. This money is not received in one lump sum. At most, 60% is transferred away in one go!
That's only 600,000...
Including this amount of money, Woody only has about 10.6 million.
It seems like a lot, but his current expenses are obviously higher. Not to mention anything else, just maintaining the normal operation of this mansion will cost at least tens of thousands of dollars!
At least 500,000 a year!
This is only the cost of the house, not counting the living expenses of Woody and his family, Woody's training expenses and other aspects.
To be honest, 10 million is not enough, not enough at all!
In fact, Woody knows that he doesn't buy any luxury goods and just lives an ordinary life. Ten million is enough for him and his family to live a good life, but... he has the ability to live a better life, so why not?
Therefore, there is more of a sense of urgency in Woody's heart. He is still far from the "rich man" he desires, so let's set a small goal for himself first:
Earn ten of them!
"Xiao Di, is this really our new home?"
Wu Erzhuang excitedly walked around the house looking to the left and right.
The entire villa has a total of 7 bedrooms, 5 living rooms, 4 kitchens, plus an underground KTV room and a game room. There are a total of two balconies outside, one of which is a circular balcony.
There are also 2 yards.
A swimming pool was dug in the front yard.
In short, as a luxury house, it has all the necessary facilities.
However, Woody still has some dissatisfaction. He needs a small gym at home, and he also needs a basketball court.
Johnson remembered Woody's request and immediately contacted people to start renovating the villa.
The whole villa was still a bit empty and needed new furniture. When Wu Erzhuang heard this, he became excited at the time, and Woody gave this task to Wu Erzhuang and Johnson.
He went to bed early, got up at 3:30 the next morning and walked to the arena.
At 4 o'clock in the morning, he showed up at the arena on time.
Before leaving yesterday, Pat Riley took him around the arena. Following the route he remembered, he found the training ground, took the spare key to the equipment room, pushed out several carts of basketballs, and started training.
What he didn't notice was that there were a pair of eyes watching everything in the dark.
Unexpectedly, this guy actually came to the arena at 4 o'clock in the morning...
The owner of these eyes was none other than Pat Riley. He got out of bed late at night to confirm whether Woody had really arrived at the arena at 4 a.m. as he said.
Until Woody actually showed up, Pat Riley thought this guy was just talking casually.
but now……
What a crazy guy!
He has now confirmed that Woody is undoubtedly a "crazy critic".
But he couldn't suppress the smile on his face.
Such a hard-working player really hits Pat Riley's xp!
According to "Lu Xun's Law", when someone laughs, someone will cry.
Wade also appeared in the arena at this time. In fact, when he heard the sound of hitting the ball just outside the arena, Wade was a little desperate, but he still had a trace of luck.
You know, in the arena, there's no guarantee that there won't be a ghost or something... It's still dark, so if it happens, it's not a big deal!
Yes, this is how Wade feels now. He would rather meet a ghost than see Woody!
"Dwyane, why are you here at the arena?"
"Shouldn't I be asking you this?!" Wade asked angrily.
"Does this need to be said? Of course it's training!" Woody shook the basketball in his hand.
Who is training in the gym at night?
Did you look at the sun coming out?
Dwyane Wade was completely devastated, but Woody ignored him and focused on training.
Come all come...
Woody really works so hard!
Wade could only follow and devote himself to training.
"I didn't expect you to work so hard?" Woody was surprised by Wade's efforts.
Wade: "...I was forced too!"
As he said this, he stared directly at Woody, his cheeks bulging even more. He hoped that Woody would be successful.
Woody looked at his crazy behavior and wondered whether he should stay away from him in the future.
No matter who forces you to do it, you can't come to the arena at 4 a.m.!
Who in their right mind would come to the arena at this time?
After training for about half an hour, Woody took out his cell phone and found Pat Riley's phone number.
Okay, it's almost time to call dear head coach Pat Riley and ask him to guide you on what you don't understand!
Wade noticed Woody suddenly calling and listened with some curiosity. When he heard Woody say: "Hey, Coach Pat..."
Once again petrified in place!
This "crazy critic" is not crazy enough just to be crazy himself, and it is not enough to force him to be crazy together. Now he actually wants to drag the head coach to be crazy too!
Don’t you even have a heart?
Coach him...
Almost 60!
The fourth update is here, it should be almost 18,000 words.