Chapter 951 Join me, I'll let you wear a ring on one hand
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Chicago Bulls completed a deal. The Lakers sent Gasol in a one-year sign-and-trade for 15 million, and the Bulls sent Jimmy Butler + Kirk Hinrich + 2 million in cash. The Bulls got Gasol.
Er, plus a 10.1 million trade exception. The Lakers' salary structure was suddenly reduced again.
ESPN evaluated this as a win-win situation, that is, everyone benefited, and they even thought the Bulls took a slight advantage.
Because Butler is still a rookie now, he has not produced any good data, and his career honors are almost zero. Hinrich has also aged a long time, but Gasol last season, mainly because he played well in the finals.
Joining the Bulls, and having Arnold inside, they suddenly became the strongest inside combination in the Eastern Conference. Coupled with Rose's return from injury, the combat effectiveness of this team should not be underestimated. But Tang Qian knew that this
It's funny. At least for next season, in his impression, Derrick Rose is still a "glass man". He has been injured and stopped repeatedly. Although he doesn't know what the future will be like, Tang Qian is really not too optimistic about Rose.
"Blood Resurrection". Why? The main reason is that his playing style is very limited after an injury, and if he wants to recover, he increases the risk of further injuries, so... it is better not to do it.
Besides, Rose's 3-point shooting is so bad, he also feels that his style is not suitable when paired with such a player.
As the main outside attacker, Tang Qian hopes to be someone with the ability to shoot three-pointers in the future, so that his inside containment will be maximized. Butler's three-pointers are also very ordinary, not stable, good and bad sometimes.
However, it is still much better than Rose. Furthermore, what Tang Qian values most is his defensive ability. Last year, he was selected as the league's second defense. This year, in his impression, Yuan Shikong was also selected for the best defensive team.
.So, if your defensive ability is top-notch in the league, if you train it well, it doesn't mean that you can't become a big outside lock.
He was fed up with the Lakers' poor perimeter defense last season, and this season, it is bound to improve.
Jimmy Butler is the best candidate.
This deal is very good. The management did not work in vain during the offseason. They hope to recruit other talents recommended by themselves.
That way, the Lakers will still have a chance to show off their potential next season.
Having tasted the taste of holding a cup in reality, Tang Qian did not feel satisfied like ordinary people. On the contrary, it made him more passionate and "greedy" about this desire. Greed for the championship and greed for victory.
After returning to the United States, Tang Qian, in addition to completing a series of signing and business activities, spent the rest of the time training. Players like him who have not been to a nightclub or a vacation during the offseason are simply rare in the league.
Taylor complained that he was almost as good as Kobe.
As for the "offseason invitations" from other ladies, Tang Qian chose to politely refuse them. After all, he is now considered a "famous man" and is not suitable for "messing with others." However, in Sestin's words
That is to say, they are not married? They are just in love, what does that count? How many boyfriends has that airport singer had? Who knows how long they have been with Tang Qianqian? Besides, it doesn't matter if they are married, it doesn't matter if they are married.
Can she get divorced? There are too many variables in the future, and she is not in the habit of sitting still and waiting for death.
In this regard, she is much more persistent than her sister Sophia.
It's purely a matter of personality. Her personality is stronger and more competitive. Of course, you can also understand that she likes Tang Qian more deeply than her sister Sophia.
But Tang Qian has no time to worry about this right now. His offense and strength and weight training have reached a breakthrough point, and he just needs to work harder to reach a higher level. This offseason, he has to become a
The Lakers deserve to be the boss and work crazy hard.
At this time, the free market was changing rapidly. Nowitzki chose to renew his contract with the Mavericks with a significant salary reduction of 25 million for three years. Vince Carter joined the Grizzlies for 12 million for three years. Anthony stayed with the Knicks. Gray
Greg Monroe stayed with the Pistons, Chandler Parsons left the Rockets and joined the Dallas Mavericks for 45 million in three years. Kyle Lowry still chose to stay with the Toronto Raptors, rejecting the offer from the Lakers.
After being invited to join the franchise, Wade re-signed and stayed with the Miami Heat. At this point, more and more big fish have settled, leaving the Lakers with seemingly little room for maneuver.
Just one night, the Lakers management informed Tang Qian that he would come to a negotiation meeting early tomorrow morning, and the target person, Chris Bosh.
When Tang Qian arrived early in the morning, he still couldn't believe it. After all, many things began to change here. Although generally speaking, the "inertia of conservation of history" was maintained, but the more he interacted with him, the greater the change.
The deeper the person, the greater the degree of deflection. Bosh is a person beyond his judgment.
Because in the original time and space, Bosh ended up staying with the Miami Heat with the maximum salary. Now, there is a "bifurcation".
Regarding Bosh, after Tang Qian reorganized his thoughts all night, he decided to try his best to persuade him. After all, he thought about it carefully and thought that his and Bosh's playing styles were actually very compatible. Especially Bosh's practice
After a stable 3-pointer, the fit became even more perfect. Look, Tang Qian + Bosh, the defensive range and mobility suddenly reached the NBA historical level. Tang Qian's
Rebounding and deterrence at the basket make up for Chris Bosh's shortcomings. Bosh's shooting and spatiality also make up for Tang Qian's need to frequently leave the basket to defend, while also increasing the attack range of this combination.
So, on paper, there's really nothing wrong with it.
Not only is it not bad, but it seems like a "match made in heaven".
After thinking about these things clearly, Tang Qian decided to put aside his past suspicions, speak openly and honestly, and help the team recruit Chris Bosh.
At around 9 o'clock, Bosh and his agent Henry Thomas came to the Lakers conference room. As soon as they entered, Tang Qian, as a player representative, gave Bosh a polite handshake.
"Hello, Chris."
“Hello, hot”
Tang Qian changed his name here. He used to be called Bosh, but now he suddenly changed his name. In the United States, this is a small change that brings closer relations. It reflects Tang Qian's willingness to be with Bosh.
and willingness to work together.
"I didn't expect to see you here after the Finals. What do you think of us, the Los Angeles Lakers?" Tang Qian asked.
"It's good, but I have to make a decision after this meeting is over." Bosh was actually a little awkward when facing Tang Qian at first, but now that the other party has changed his title and offered him the opportunity, Bosh
The mentality is no longer so entangled, and conversations gradually become natural. The NBA league is generally a "business league" and "business league", and Bosh does not have the kind of old-school players who want to be alone in a city.
Meaning, so as long as you give him enough money and he thinks he can play more comfortably and have a chance to compete for the championship, that's enough. Even if he thinks there is no chance to compete for the championship, it doesn't matter. Anyway, the NBA championship trophy
He has already won it twice, which also makes his pursuit of the ring no longer so strong. In the original time and space, he finally stayed in Miami. Can't you see that the Heat left James and their overall competitiveness dropped sharply, making it impossible to compete for it again?
Larry O'Brien Trophy? No, of course he knows, it's just that the Heat gave him enough money, so he just stayed.
The reason for meeting with the Lakers this time is mainly because Bosh wants to change places to experience the experience. The big city of Los Angeles is naturally more attractive than Miami and Houston. Otherwise, the price the Lakers can offer is only 92 million for 4 years.
Up and down, it seems to be slightly more than the Rockets. Regardless of the year-on-year increase, it is about 23 million a year. However, considering that there is no state tax in Texas, the actual salary received will not be lower than the Lakers' 100 million.
Because California's state tax is one of the highest in the United States, as high as 13.3%, while Texas is completely tax-free. The difference is clear at a glance. This is why Howard still made money even though he seemed to reject the Lakers' five-year, $118 million contract. Because it was only
Counting 4 years, Howard seems to be losing money in actual salary. In fact, he can earn almost 2 million US dollars more than the Lakers every year. In 4 years, he has more than 8.4 million in actual salary after tax. As for the entire contract, in the fifth year
He only received 14 million more salary than the Rockets. For a star of his level, 14 million a year is almost a "cheap contract". So this is what Morey pays every time he opens a player contract.
It is not high, but it is a major factor in being fully competitive.
What the Heat prepared for Bosh was a five-year, $118 million maximum salary contract. This contract was almost the same as what the Lakers gave Howard that year. So why is he still willing to stay with the Heat in the same time and space? The reason is age! He is now
Already 30 years old, Howard was only 2,728 years old that year. This gap means that under normal circumstances, Howard is still at the tail end of his peak, while Bosh has completely aged and turned into a 3,536-year-old veteran. The last big job
It is impossible for him not to choose the contract this way. After all, next time, unless a miracle happens, he will not be able to sign such a good contract price.
However, the Lakers can only offer this price. Bosh is a veteran who has played for more than 10 seasons. According to the maximum salary rules, he can get 35% of the league's salary cap and a 4.5% increase. There is no problem with sincerity.
It is the maximum scope that can be achieved within the rules of the league. However, during the negotiation process, it was obvious that Bosh was a little "absent-minded". Because although he was a little moved, overall, he was still willing to choose the Miami Heat for 5 years.
$118 million.
At this time, the Lakers actually felt what the other party meant, so the initial enthusiasm for negotiations was gradually declining.
Also, what can the Lakers attract Bosh? Apart from the background of a big city, the rest of the contract? The total amount is not as good as the Heat, and after tax is not as good as the Texas Rockets. Now they are rebuilding the team, and they can't even shout the slogan of championship. They, still
What can I say? It’s not attractive enough, that’s normal.
Besides, is Bosh's desire for the championship really that strong?
I'm afraid it's hard to say.
What should I do? There is nothing I can do. I can only let this big fish go, alas.
Just when both parties were a little "uninterested", Tang Qian suddenly said something to Bosh:
"Hey, I know the salary from the Lakers or the promise of a championship isn't enough to impress you, so..." Tang Qian paused and said, "Do you want a hand full of rings?"
As soon as these words came out, the whole audience was stunned. Although the words were very heroic and magnificent, it did not mean that Bosh was a fool. Now the Lakers are a rebuilt team. Why do you say that you can lead a full team?
Ring? Do you think Kobe Bryant was still on the team last season? Then you can think about it.
"Tang, the words are nice, but the persuasiveness is very poor. I am not a teenager anymore. I'm sorry that you can't scare me with this kind of words."
Tang Qian nodded, stood up and said: "Of course it's not enough to just talk without practicing. The realism is too low, and I understand that. So, why don't we go to the training ground alone? I believe we will think about it carefully then.
considerate."
Bosh wanted to refuse, but as soon as the words came to his lips, he agreed somehow. The two made an appointment to go alone. No one could come to watch the game. No one knew what Tang Qian wanted to do.
.
"Fang, what do you want to do? What is your plan? Is it possible?" Bonnie Laughlin looked at Tang Qian and asked in a low voice.
"No plan, just giving it a try. As the saying goes in our country, a dead horse is treated as a living horse doctor." After saying that, Tang Qian left Bosh, and the two of them went to the closed stadium.
After arriving at the court, Bosh looked at Tang Qian and said with a smile: "Okay, how are you going to convince me? I'm really looking forward to it."
Tang Qianyan said concisely and concisely: "I'll beat you."
"W, what? Do you want to fight? You, you, you, don't mess around, this is the United States, I can call the police!" Bosh said nervously after hearing this, which made Tang Qian speechless and said:
"Am I so scary? Chris, what I mean is, I will use my basketball skills to convince you and let you know that I am not joking. Otherwise, how can I let you wear a ring full of rings on one hand?"
"Oh, it's not a fight, that's fine, but... I know your strength very well. Your defense and rebounding are a bit invincible in the league, but your offense, sorry, I really doubt it."
Bosh said: "Now that there is no Bryant, can you do it alone? Of course, I personally don't mind being the second boss, but you have to be qualified."
"You think I'm not qualified enough?" Tang Qian looked at Bosh and said.
Bosh nodded simply: "Yes, I don't think you have this qualification for the time being. I have never thought that a person with poor offensive ability can lead the team to win the championship, because at critical moments, you can only rely on others.
, cannot rely on oneself. This is why in my mind, Bill Russell's status is not high. I think that at least for several years, he will not be able to win the FMVP award, because there are players in the team who have contributed more to him in the finals.
Big people. Of course, if there is an FMVP selection at that time."
"Then you can give it a try." Tang Qian also smiled: "What do you think my offensive level is?"
Bosh said decisively: "With an average of 10+ per game, without Nash, your off-ball ability will be cut off a lot. Without Bryant, your defensive pressure will suddenly increase, and your chances of getting assists will also increase."
Reduced, so I say you have this value." "It is rated lower than my regular season scoring average last season. You really... look down on me a bit." Tang Qian stopped talking nonsense, took off his clothes and said:
"What if I told you that I'm a much better scorer than you think?"
"How much stronger? How strong? If you can average 20+ per game, then I can consider it. After all, with 20+20 data and your blocking ability, I guess you are the number one center in the league. Regularly
The game MVP is not out of the question. It's okay to be second in command to the regular season MVP." Bosh said: "Unfortunately, you don't have it." "Average 20+ per game?" Tang Qian's smile began to brighten:
"You know, Chris, I don't have the ability to score 20+ points per game. I only have the ability to score more than 20+ points per game."
Bosh was startled, but soon said happily: "You? Hot? It's not that I look down on you. Your rebounds are over 20+, so forget it. Do you think I didn't play 6 games with you in the finals?"
What?"
Tang Qian stretched his muscles, grabbed the basketball with one hand and said, "I don't know if you have heard of an old saying in the East, which is that when you leave for three days, you should treat each other with admiration. It has been almost 2 months now.
Do you think it’s appropriate to still look at me with the same old eyes?”
Tang Qian stood on the basketball court and said in a calm voice: "Come on, I will still say what I said, I will use my strength to defeat you. I hope you will not forget what you just said."
"Before I let one of your hands be filled with rings, I must first convince you completely."
"e.on~~~come!!!"
PS: Don’t be anxious, don’t be anxious, the plot development outline is all there, there will be a lot of things, this is just the beginning, there will be more to come.
Anyway, what can be said is that a situation like Kobe's will only happen once, without exception.
A new story is about to set sail. Are you ready? Today I need to sort out the details a little bit, so I’ll just update it. Tomorrow is Xiaozi’s last day of vacation, and she will end the vacation with an explosion. Thank you for your support~