The game between the Suns and the Nuggets confirmed that Shain was really up to date. Even if Iverson and Anthony did not participate in this game, it did not affect the discussion among the media and fans.
The next day, the Los Angeles Times directly questioned the Lakers publicly:
[Why did the Lakers trade Los Angeles’ son Xia Yin?]
When Xia Yin saw this newspaper at home, he almost lost his temper.
How did he become a son of Los Angeles?
Is he going to follow the path of the Sons of Akron?
Impossible, absolutely impossible!
When Kobe saw this newspaper, he slammed the table angrily, "What nonsense are these media talking about? Why did Shayne become the son of Los Angeles? The fans also followed suit."
"Because of the heat, Honey." Vanessa said as she helped Kobe spread blueberry jam on the bread.
"You have to know that it has been five years since the Lakers won the championship in 2003, and they still have no championship. Although Gasol was traded this spring, you have not won the championship and have not proven yourself to the media and fans.
It makes sense that we are anxious."
Kobe frowned and grabbed the newspaper harder and harder, "I understand, I will win the championship, and I will prove myself that I can still win the championship without that damn fat man!"
"Come on, Honey, I believe in you, you are the best!"
Vanessa sent a loving kiss of encouragement to Kobe.
Xia Yin finished his breakfast and looked at Bill devouring his food. "Okay, now we can talk about it. What's the matter with coming here so early?"
Bill ignored him and praised Kate, "Kate, your cooking is great. This is the best breakfast I have ever had."
Kate laughed so hard, "OK, Bill, I know you want to get some free money, but if you don't tell me why you came here, some stingy people will really get angry."
Xia Yin's eyelids trembled, "Kate~"
"OK, OK, the child is older and I can't say anything anymore. Yi, what do you think I should do?"
Lisa lowered her head and smiled softly.
Nothing has changed in the daily life of the Xia Yin family.
"Xia Yin, this is Nike and Adidas' offer to you. You can take a look and see if you want to accept it?"
Xia Yin picked up two contracts, and as expected they were sneaker contracts.
After all, this is the largest endorsement income for an NBA star.
Xia Yin has two attributes, fans and fans, and the scope of fans is much larger than that of fans. It is extremely cautious for these two companies to wait until now to make an offer.
After reading the two quotes, Xia Yin immediately threw away the contract.
"Bill, do you think I will accept such a contract? They underestimate me."
Bill shrugged and said nothing.
"Just wait, maybe at the end of this season, they can come up with a contract that matches my worth."
You must know that James got a seven-year, 90 million sneaker contract when he first entered the league, and even Durant got a seven-year, 60 million sneaker contract.
When I got to him, Nike quoted 30 million for five years, which was simply humiliating. Let alone Adidas, which only offered 28 million for five years.
Bill finished eating and took a sip of coffee, "What's your ideal price? Let me have a base."
Xia Yin squinted his eyes and thought for a while, "You can't sign a long-term contract. It can last up to 4 years, and the contract cannot be less than 50 million."
"It seems that you want to compete with James. You have advantages and disadvantages. If you can get good data before the All-Star Game this season, I will try my best to help you get this contract."
"And you still have the status of a singer, why can't you ask for more? What do you think of 60 million in 4 years and 15 million in 1 year?" Bill snapped his fingers.
Xia Yin said confidently, "I will give you enough confidence."
"OK, this matter is settled, and here's the thing. Jack Dorsey, the newly appointed CEO of Twitter, sent a document. I told you yesterday that they raised the offer again this morning."
"The price has been increased from US$100,000 to US$300,000, and you are invited to join Twitter."
Xia Yin read this document and asked, "Do you think it's possible for them to accept my investment?"
"They don't want it."
Xia Yin made a decision directly, "Then you go and talk to them. For 4 million U.S. dollars plus my entry into Twitter, let's see how many shares we can get."
"Leave it to me! There are also some endorsements for you. As you know, your second album has exploded, allowing brand owners to see your value. Plus, you are playing basketball now, you know."<
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"Hold on for now and take your time. They will update my offer before the All-Star Game."
"As long as you know what's going on, I'll leave then." Bill left in a hurry.
Xia Yin didn't stay at home for too long. He would take a plane back to Phoenix at noon.
But there are Olympic posters everywhere in Los Angeles. Now it has reached an important moment, and the results will be released on the 4th of next month.
But when he landed in Phoenix, he felt a different atmosphere. This was another person's home court.
Xia Yin doesn't pay attention to these, he knows the result.
It's just that he feels that the weather in Phoenix is still so hot. The current weather in California is around 24 degrees, and he is wearing a coat, but when he comes to Phoenix it is 31 degrees.
The hot Xia Yin took off his coat directly.
Fortunately, the NBA does not start in August, because the temperature in Phoenix was as high as 40 degrees at that time.
But it doesn’t matter, it’s almost November and the temperature will gradually drop.
The Suns' preseason is going smoothly, and Xia Yin has also proved that he is not a flash in the pan, but is really capable.
He averaged 19.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 2 steals and 1.8 blocks per game.
Such data shocked everyone.
Xia Yin is really so powerful, a legacy from the draft?
This is the data of the top pick!
For a time, there were two voices in the league, one was envious of the Suns and thought they were unlucky, and the other was mocking the Lakers for letting go of potential rookies.
What's more, Xia Yin has countless fans. How many jerseys can be sold and how many new fans can be attracted to watch the game?
This situation also caused Suns fans and Lakers fans to "war" everywhere, and for a while, northwest Shanxi became a mess.
After all, the Suns and the Lakers are in love with each other. After 2004, the Suns' "run and gun storm" crushed the then-fragmented Lakers. The Lakers also eliminated the Lakers 4:1 in the playoffs last season.
Now that the Lakers are beginning to rise, and coupled with the grievances between Xia Yin and the Lakers, the two teams are now mortal enemies.
Xia Yin didn't pay attention to this, because the Suns began to change their tactics. The Suns' fast-playing whirlwind style and run-and-gun tactics have proven that they cannot go far in the playoffs.
Gentry wants to switch defense, but with the Suns' lineup, how many can defend it?
I have to thank Nash here. It was his support that made Gentry change some of his views. Defense can be done but offense cannot be lost.
Xia Yin also participated, and he was testing new tactics in the next few games.
The new tactic is probably a variant of run-and-gun, and a bit close to small ball tactics.
The team basically does not play a slow-paced half-court offense. If it must play a half-court offense, the five players on the court are spread out and use passing, pick-and-roll, and movement to create shooting opportunities.
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At the same time, we do not pursue complicated passing coordination to create open shooting opportunities, but try to keep the ball in motion and never miss any shooting opportunity.
Every player may be the initiator of the offense, and they may also be the terminator of the offense, striving to create the most efficient blitz in the shortest time.
The team can shoot many three-pointers, which also provides a basis for the implementation of tactics.
But in the middle, we still need to find a balance point. We need to be fast and slow, and if we are slow, we need to defend. Who can we count on for defense?
Everyone's eyes turned to Xia Yin.
In the new season, Shayne will be the Suns' perimeter defense. Although he is a substitute, he is invisible and is still the team's sixth man.