Basketball: The Chosen Victim

Chapter 88

"It's ridiculous, Wu is still not satisfied with 1000 million US dollars a year, who does he think he is!"

"Damn it! 1000 million knives? I read that right, this Huaxia guy is worth 1000 million knives a year in signing fees?"

On Thursday, November 11th, before Friday, gossip about Wu Di’s suspicion that the sports brand’s offer is too low has spread all over the Internet.

1000 million US dollars is a wealth that many people can't reach in their lifetime, but Wu Di actually dislikes it...

Netizens who had knocked over the bottle of vinegar due to the Meghan scandal have vehemently condemned on the Internet:
"James became famous in high school, and it is difficult for Wu to enter the Russian state school team. Can such a person compare with James?"

"That's right, the fan has turned black, and it's only been a few games. If you count the data in a bad team like the Cavaliers, you can be compared with James King?"

"The Heat have 8 wins and 3 losses, and their winning percentage is almost half higher than the Cavaliers' 50%! Zhan Huang's ability to lead the team crushes the minions!"

"Upstairs, it can't be compared like this. It can be seen at the beginning of the season that the league really wants to help the minions. The Heat are playing against strong teams such as the Celtics and Spurs. As for the Cavaliers, they are either the Raptors or the Wizards. And they lost against the Wizards!"

"Damn it, can you stop talking about the Wizards like that, Brother Wall may not be able to beat the Lakers with his performance, and it's not easy to beat the Cavaliers?"

"Stop talking, Brother Wall's endorsement is only $500 million, can Wu Di's performance compare to the two Brother Wall?"

"Hey, Griffin's endorsement is only 50 dollars, it's nothing, hold me tight..."

"Hehe, Wu is just a player who was hard-pressed by the league. Let's not talk about other things. Can the whistle be more obvious when he comes back to play against the Grizzlies? In the end, it was only two points away. If it weren't for that T, the Grizzlies would have lost ?Rubbish!"

"Now that Yao is injured and retired, Wu is the son of the league. He can blow the whistle as soon as he rushes in, and he can blow the whistle even if he spouts a few words of trash. What is there to watch in this game?"

"Yes, I don't have any skills at all. With this whistle body protection, I can also brush 20+ every game!"

"You can tell what level you are playing against the Nets. You only scored 18 points when you held the ball firmly. Let alone 1000 million, even 500 million is too much!"

"Damn, the young people nowadays know how crazy, Kobe has only 900 million after two consecutive FMVPs!"

"The little yellow man played five games and was injured and stopped seven games. Hehe, this glass man attribute, let's play for a full season before comparing with Zhan Huang!"

"Yes, the top talent is the talent of not being injured, obviously Wu doesn't have it!"

"Don't sign with him. If you dare to sign with Nike, you will never wear Nike again. If you dare to sign, Adi will burn his jersey!"

"Yes, that's it! Let him find Huaxia's fake brand!"

"Hahaha, Huaxia Jordan is quite suitable for him, the emperor of the cottage, the trash minion!"

……

This topic was exposed by people with ulterior motives, and several fans instantly had an outlet to vent their anger, and they all smeared Wu Di on the Internet.

For a while, Wu Di became an arrogant rookie who had no skills in playing and liked to play big names, and his personal image was seriously damaged.

However, the current Wu Di is no longer the little transparent who just joined the league and was at the mercy of others!

His Twitter followers have exceeded 500 million. Although the number of loyal fans among them is not as high as that of James and others, this time he stood up to protect Wu Di's image without hesitation:

"Although the current record of the Cavaliers is 6 wins and 6 losses, Wu has won all 5 games. If this does not have the ability to lead the team, what is the ability to lead the team?"

"Can you play against the Nets? There are 18 assists after 14 points, and the shooting percentage is over 60%. If you want to lead the team to run, you can't see it? It's selective blindness!"

"Hehe, I'm still a fan, I can go to Nima, I know what you are when I hear about Zhan Huang!"

"That's right, Zhan can be called Emperor Zhan when he runs around? Nomadic dynasty? Knight Wu Huang is the orthodox!"

"Don't mention Shafen's worth. He is stupid. Who can blame him? Wu's technology is worth 500 million, his brain is worth 500 million, and his face is worth 500 million. I don't think there is anything wrong with 1500 million. 1000 million is really too little!"

"That's right, it doesn't even use the value of face. Lao Zhan was worth 1300 million back then. Wu at least crushed Lao Zhan in the first few games, and 1000 million sent beggars!"

"The injury was caused by Bogoute, and Wu is to blame? The one who blames Wu's injury is the same as Bogoute!"

……

The two groups of people quarreled explosively on the Internet, but the brand owners had their own agendas, and neither of them came forward to clarify.

Clarify what, things have already happened, just take advantage of this wave of momentum to kill Wu Di's price.

NBA executives are even more happy to see this topic becoming more and more explosive.

Because there is a topic that means there is ratings. As long as it is not a topic like drug prohibition that affects the ecological health of the alliance, it is too late for them to be happy.

The media rushed towards this traffic feast like hungry wolves, and followed this topic to analyze the current situation of Cavaliers and Wu Di:

"The current record of the Cavaliers is indeed too easy to be questioned. Last season they were still No. [-] in the Eastern Conference, but this season's ranking is still hanging in the playoffs, and the previous games were played by weak teams. It will become more and more difficult! This is too far from their promise to compete for the championship at the beginning of the season!"

"One thing to say, Wu's performance this month is remarkable, but the flaws of the Cavaliers' lineup are also obvious. The inside is weak, the main force is aging, and the bench is not deep enough. These are not enough to support Wu Di to lead the Cavaliers to complete revenge."

"In the past series, the Heat led by James reversed the defending champion Lakers away with a score of 96:80, but then the Cavaliers faced the Lakers at home, but they had to experience completely the opposite situation."

"Although the two teams met in the preseason, and the Cavaliers unexpectedly won the preseason game, it was just a warm-up exhibition game. Wu Di played three full quarters as the main force of the Cavaliers, while the main force of the Lakers only played. Played for a quarter, and the reference is not very meaningful.”

"The gap between the Cavaliers' lineup and the Lakers' performance in the regular season is still too big. Jordan was blown up against Gasol Jr., and it will only be more difficult to face the All-Star center Gasol next! Although Jamison has performed efficiently in recent games, his autonomous offensive ability is limited, and his aging body cannot adapt to high-intensity confrontation, and he will also be restricted by Odom..."

"The only hope for the Cavaliers is Wu Di, but Wu Di's defender is Artest, who has won the best defender. Even the defensive master Kobe may go off the field to defend himself. Coupled with Gasol's superb defensive ability, No matter how clever Wu Di's attack is, it will become powerless."

"When the Heat played the Lakers, James scored a magnificent triple-double of 27 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. His shooting percentage was as high as 57.1%, leading the Heat to an easy victory. Compared with James, Wu Di's offensive efficiency was a bit worse. The ability of Wu is even worse. Although it is unfair to compare Wu with the current James, sports competitions are so cruel. Besides, the revenge slogan was proposed by the Cavaliers themselves, so no one else can blame it..."

The outside world is arguing endlessly, but Wu Di is currently busy with the final negotiation with Under Armor. Ever since Si Lin secretly reported to him, he and Ariana have been thinking about how to solve this situation.

He is still too young, has not played many games, and has won even fewer honors, so no matter what words he uses to justify it, he is suspected of being preposterous.

After all, this is a commercial contract negotiation worth tens of millions of dollars. If he can't continue this performance, the brand owner will definitely lose money.

Although the Huaxia market is important, he does not have the final say on the Huaxia market, and Dayao has already proved that the addition of Huaxia's face to the brand is very limited.

But they can only bite the bullet and strive for a higher price, because only by negotiating a higher price with the brand as soon as possible can it prove that he is not playing big names, but is really worth the price.

Just like Pepsi's endorsement, with this $500 million contract as a base, the major sports brands raised the contract to $1000 million without saying a word.

If Wu Di can directly negotiate a contract worth 1500 million dollars this time, then those netizens who say he is not worth 1000 million dollars will be severely slapped in the face!

After a few rounds of quick communication with the brand owner, he and Ariana found that the conditions offered by Under Armor were the best and the negotiation attitude was the most sincere, so they focused their energy on talking with Lydia, the marketing director of Under Armour- Hearst's negotiations.

"8 million US dollars in 1.04 years, independent sub-brand, plus other honorary rewards, such a generous contract, you will not be able to find a second one in the market!"

At the negotiating table, Hearst looked sullen. Although the president of Under Armor had already stated that she had given her the highest authority, the price of this contract has reached the limit, which is 1300 million dollars more than the previous contract quoted by Nike to James!

However, Wu Di was still dissatisfied!

"This is our final offer, you only have half an hour to decide whether to accept this offer!"

After Hurst finished speaking, she took all the negotiators of Under Armor out of the meeting room, and she wanted to exert extreme pressure on Wu Di.

The conference room fell into silence for an instant, and Ariana subconsciously loosened the collar of her shirt. This is a contract worth hundreds of millions!
If 3000 million U.S. dollars is exchanged into gold, it can be exchanged for more than [-] kilograms...

You must know that this summer, Jordan spent only 2.75 million dollars to buy the Bobcats, and the Nets only spent 2.23 million dollars...

With so much money, it is enough to buy half a team. This should be the ultimate dream of many athletes...

And such a contract amount is enough to slap those online trolls in the face!

But Wu Di still refused!

Not to mention whether the rejection was reasonable or not, she was deeply impressed by this courage alone.

Although she came from a prominent old capitalist family, the wealth represented by this contract has reached a level that no one can ignore.

Even if it is their Rockefeller family, which has been passed down to the present, there may not be so much cash in the legacy left to her generation...

"Boss, what do you think?"

Ariana took a sip of water and asked, although she felt that the price had reached her psychological expectations, but now she had to focus on Wu Di, otherwise, she might be defeated one by one by Under Armour.

Wu Di stood up and looked at the night outside the window, filled with emotions for a moment.

He stayed at Turner's house last year, and even worked part-time at the pizza shop, but now, a brand owner actually approached him to sign a contract of [-] million dollars...

With [-] million US dollars, he can be like Jordan, have endless Ferraris, Bugatti, even buy a private jet, and raise a group of beautiful women...

But none of this is as important as revenge Riley!
Because he never wanted to be a worthless person with money but no dignity!
Moreover, there is no systematic "injury badge" for [-] million US dollars!

This is the real priceless treasure!

And if you want to get the no-injury badge, you have to win the championship...

You have to krypton gold quickly!
Since Pepsi signed him at a sky-high price, it is difficult for him to receive new endorsement contracts in a short period of time.

For a brand like Mengniu Yili, $500 million a year is far beyond their capacity, and they cannot afford it.

The companies that can afford it are insurance and telecommunications companies, but these are traditional industries. The concept of choosing a spokesperson is still very different from Pepsi, which pursues youth.

Wu Di of this kind of company can only fight for honors like MVP or championship.

Therefore, this season, the endorsement he can win is probably only this sneaker contract.

Therefore, he has to try his best to get more signing fees, otherwise he will lose 100 million yuan and 1 talent point, which may lead to losing the playoffs:

"There is no need to pursue the false name of "1500 million yuan contract". For us, the unit price means the value. [-] million US dollars a year is the bottom line. The contract period can be shortened, but there must be a signing bonus, and dividends can also be completely Put it in the reward clause."

……

The negotiations broke up badly, and after Hurst left, he called Under Armor President Kevin Plank:

"Kevin, I'm sorry for not being able to negotiate with Wu, their asking price is too high, such a price, even if we sign it, we will pay too much..."

"The equity incentive they proposed is not very excessive. The initial equity incentive is 0, the best rookie, the All-Star, and the best defensive player are all 0.125%, and the MVP, scoring champion, and FMVP are all 0.25%..."

"It's impossible to get all these honors. Jordan can't be produced in this era... well, the problem mainly lies in the 4 million dollars in four years, and the signing bonus of 6000 million dollars. This asking price is not sincere at all... "

"What, do you still want to watch tomorrow's game again? I don't think it's necessary..."

……

April 11

On the game day between the Cavaliers and the Lakers, the exclusive parking area for Cavaliers players.

"Hey boss, the car is so cool!"

Little Jordan poked his head out of a Mercedes-Benz GLC and said to Wu Di who just got off the Mercedes-Benz G63.

"You like Big G?"

Wu Di closed the car door, and there was a crisp sound like a rifle being loaded, which captivated little Jordan.

It's actually Megan's car, and he's taken it out for a drive.

As an old fan of the Lakers and a new fan of the Cavaliers, Megan didn't want to see the two teams compete, so she stayed at home and did not come out. This gave Wu Di a chance.

"Who doesn't like it?"

Little Jordan wiped his saliva. Against his 2-meter height, the GLC is as small as a toy car.

He parked the car, and then walked over with a look of envy. He has long wanted to buy a big G, this is his Dreamcar!

But the salary has not been raised, and he has to pay off the mortgage, so he really can't afford such a luxury car.

Seeing him like this, Wu Di patted his shoulder and said with a smile:

"Behave well today. If I am happy, I will take you to the 4S store to pick up one tomorrow!"

"Huh? Really?"

Little Jordan jumped up excitedly, digging!
What is the boss of the team?

What is a team leader?

Wu Di is too generous!
He really didn't yell in vain!

Wu Di waved his hand to signal him to be calm.

A big G is only about 20 US dollars in the United States. If he can play well today, he will earn more than this amount.

"Boss, how can I make you happy?"

Little Qiaodan walked beside Wu Di happily and asked in small steps.

"Of course I won the game!"

Little Jordan staggered when he heard the words, slowed down on the spot for a long time, then pushed forward with a mournful face and said:

"Boss, don't make fun of me in the future... We are playing the defending champion Lakers today!"

Wu Di faltered, and immediately bumped him away with his shoulder:
"So what about the defending champion, I'm fighting the defending champion!"

Looking at Wu Di's arrogant back, Little Jordan couldn't help but be speechless, oh, the boss is too crazy!

He felt that it would be nice to be able to lose decently today, but Wu Di actually thought about winning...

And this tone, it seems that the victory has been saved in his hands!
……

"Byron, are you going to let Wu use that move again today?"

Lakers head coach Phil Jackson looked at Kobe and Wu Di who were talking on the court, adjusted his glasses and taunted Scott.

When he was the head coach of the Bulls, Scott was just a player.

However, this guy's defense against Jordan is considered top-notch in the league. Of course, he relies on "kneeling and licking" defense.

"Haha, why, are you so unconfident about your own triangle offensive tactics?"

Scott smiled and turned against the general. After seeing Wu Di's performance on the court in the regular season, he certainly would not let Wu Di inherit his mantle.

In fact, he also has a glorious past. He was the fourth pick in the first round in 83, the best rookie team, and he was the starting point guard in the Lakers with Magician, Worthy, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and won three championships...

But Wu Di deserves a stronger role model, that is, the god of basketball he knelt and licked back then, Michael Jordan!

And Jordan is the king of trash talk!

In fact, Wu Di was talking trash to Kobe:
"Old He Dou, don't leave after the game!"

That's right, he wants the league's current heads-up king Kobe to fight him!
In the previous Huaxia competition, he made more than 400 million knives in one night, which made him still unsatisfied.

Kobe's eyelids twitched. No one else knew. He saw Wu Di's game video, and he knew who the source manufacturer of "Wu Di's back jumper collection" that has been very popular on the Internet recently is.

After a phone call with the old hooligan, he found the victim.

Wu Di's learning talent is terrible, he doesn't want to be caught by this kid again:

"Isn't it enough that you were abused by me last time, kid? But enough is enough for me! Besides, you only learn my skills secretly, so I won't fight you one-on-one!"

"Who cares about your blacksmithing skills!"

Wu Di chuckled, and continued to taunt, if it was an ordinary person, they might not want to fight him one-on-one anymore, but this is Kobe, so if you get excited, it might work!

Kobe glanced at him, leaned down and refused again:

"You are not qualified to challenge me one-on-one! First win my defeated opponent, LeBron!"

Wu Di smiled instead of anger:
"You're scared, Old Wo Dou! It's okay, we'll win the game tonight, and we'll see what excuses you have!"

Kobe's eyes were fixed, good guy, how dare you be so arrogant?
Simply lawless!
"Bullshit! If you can win, I promise to fight you one-on-one! But that's impossible!"

(End of this chapter)