July 20, 2009, US time.
On this day, the calm trading market was in turmoil because of a contract.
The Cleveland Cavaliers signed former No. 1 center in the league: Shaquille O’Neal for two years and $40 million.
This news isn’t just shaking up the league because Shaquille O’Neal is teaming up with LeBron James.
It’s more because the contract O’Neal signed is the third highest in the league at the moment!
“Shaquille is 37 years old. He was only able to contribute 13+9 data last season!”
“This is a very cost-effective contract. You have to know that 20 million US dollars is already the third highest salary in the league!”
The famous basketball commentator A. Smith did not give Shaq any face.
Many basketball commentators did not stand by the great center O’Neal this time.
Many media people have expressed how much O’Neal’s pension contract will cost. It’s a bit shameless.
However, the person who knows O’Neal best is Barkley.
“The Cavaliers, who have not made it to the Finals for many years, really want to keep LeBron.”
Barkley’s perspective on things is quite insightful.
“If LeBron doesn’t find decent helpers, this talented man may not be able to stay in Cleveland for long!”
“The Chicago Bulls next door can use their 4 starters to win the championship!”
“So what’s wrong with the Cavaliers betting on Shaq with a high salary of 20 million?”
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“The great Shaq came to Cleveland for one purpose!”
O’Neal also expressed his high-spirited attitude in front of reporters’ cameras.
“Just to help Cleveland bring its first championship trophy!”
It can be admitted that O’Neal came to the Cavaliers to join forces with James.
This will indeed improve the strength of the Cavaliers.
However, how much improvement O’Neal will bring to the Cavaliers will depend on the performance of the new season.
The day after O’Neal left for Cleveland.
Artest asked the Rockets for an early contract extension with an average price of $10 million.
As a result, he was rejected by the Rockets face to face.
“I’m Tefak!!”
Artest is so angry that he has a fit.
Last season, he helped the Rockets reach the Western Conference semifinals and compete with the champion Lakers in the seventh game.
Brother Tai feels that he has made a contribution!
Angry Brother Tai complains to everyone.
“These bitches in Houston are not even willing to give me 10 million!”
Then on the second 927th day, the Lakers contacted Artest and offered him a one-year contract worth $500.
Taige:”Okay, okay, money is not a thing, I’ll be there right away. I’ll book the flight!”
Tiger agreed for the sake of the championship.
Then the Lakers and the Rockets completed a one-way deal.
The Lakers traded champion 3D Trevor Ariza for Ron Artest.
This Ah Test is also a fun person.
He asked the Houston Rockets for 10 million U.S. dollars, but was so angry that he yelled. As a result, the Lakers offered 5 million U.S. dollars, and he was so happy that he almost died on the spot.
Really, the first-generation licking dog in the league!
The new season is about to begin.
Every team is working hard to mend their lineups.
The Bulls naturally have their own signing plan
“King, Derek!”
“We will use you as the core of our offense in the new season.”
Chicago, USA.
General manager Gar Forman called Wang Mian, Rose and the team coach to the office
“You two have top breaking ability, so we need a few shooters on the outside.”
Wang Mian and Guosuo nodded at the same time.
Arrange top shooters around top breakthrough players.
This is a simple and efficient way of playing.
“But you know, we don’t have a lot of guys on the roster who can shoot.”
Head coach Vinnie Denagro said:”Kirk Hinrich’s three-point shooting percentage is 37%, which is quite satisfactory.”
“Joakim Noah, he can’t shoot threes.”
Speaking of this, Luosi and Wang Mian already understand what the head coach means.
The power forward position must be arranged with someone who can shoot three-pointers.
So this candidate can only be…
Steve Novak!
Although Steve husband Novak’s game characteristics are completely incompatible with the Bulls’ style. The Bulls like iron-blooded and tough defense.
And Novak is a typical super weirdo.
On the training ground, his open three-pointers He can even shoot at a 98% shooting rate.
In his game, Taylor can even shoot at an astonishing 50% three-point shooting rate.
But at the same time, he can also let the opposing defender score 30+ on his head.
Even more many!
“We really need players who can shoot three-pointers. Steve Novak will be the starting power forward in the early part of this season.”
Wang Mian accurately captured an important word in Gar Forman’s words.
Early stage!
This shows that the Bulls may seek a trade in the middle of the season.
“I’m OK.
Wang Mian said:”Joakim Noah and I will help Steve with defense.””
Gar Forman and DeNagro both nodded with satisfaction.
This is what they want.
Joakim Noah helps Steve Novak to defend. There is nothing wrong with this. After all, they are all inside.
Let Wang Mian, an outside player, goes to help defend the inside line. This is not common.
“Mr. General Manager.”
Wang Mian suggested that the time is right and gave his thoughts:”If we need to make signings in the middle of the season, I think there is a candidate who is very suitable for us.”
“who?”Gal Forman also wants to listen to Wang Mian’s suggestions.
“The best 3D of the Rockets, Shane Battier.”
Wang Mian began his introduction:”Yes, although he is only 2.04 meters tall and mainly plays small forward, his defensive hardness is enough to be a starting power forward.”
“His three-point shot is quite accurate, and he also has a big heart”
“Also, his current net worth is only six to seven million.”
Gar Forman nodded.
He had considered Sean Battier before.
But Battier seemed to have some affection for the Rockets and did not want to leave.
“Shane Battier now has a player option, but he has little interest in joining us.”
Gar Forman shrugged, and his answer to me was:”The Rockets are a team closer to the championship than us.”
“He wants to win a championship with the Rockets.”
Wang Mian also smiled when he heard this.
Battier is a tough man.
And he is very emotional.
Last season, he teamed up with Dayao to fight the Los Angeles Lakers until the seventh game, and almost won the Lakers.
The Lakers then won Won the championship.
Therefore, this brought unlimited confidence to Battier.
We are just a little bit away from the championship!
So even if we are in the player option, even if the outside world has offered Battier a good long-term extension contract.
But Battier doesn’t want to leave Houston
“It’s normal for him to have this idea.”
But Wang Mian knows.
With Dayao’s knee fracture, the peak of this Rockets team only exists in memories.
The Rockets in the new season will not be competitive.
And there will never be another one in the future.
“Just because he doesn’t want to come to our place now doesn’t mean he will in the future.”
The way to make Battier realize the reality is also very simple.
That is, blow up the Rockets!
Time flies by and a new season is coming.
Prior to this, Wang Mian signed a rookie contract with the Bulls.
24 million US dollars in 4 years.
5.5 million in the first two years, 6 million and 7 million in the next two years respectively.
And the final year is a player option.
Standard rookie contract.
As of 2009, Wang Mian’s rookie contract is already the highest in NBA history.
On the same day, Taj Gibson and Jrue Holiday also completed the signing of their rookie contracts.
And that afternoon.
The Bulls also invited local Chicago media to take photos of the players’ makeup.
This is the day when the players take their makeup photos.
All the Bulls players got fresh hair and new haircuts.
Wang Mian also washed and blew the hair.
There is no exaggerated shape, but combined with Wang Mian’s handsome and distinct facial contours.
It gives people a clean and manly look!
It is worth mentioning that.
Reporters from China actually appeared at the makeup photo shoot.
When Noah saw the reporter from China, his thoughts began to spin.
Noah’s IQ and vision are very high.
He knows that there is a huge Chinese market behind Wang Mian, and being a teammate with Wang Mian will give him great exposure in China.
Take Shane Battier for example, a 3D player can get an endorsement contract and have signed sneakers.
Isn’t it because his teammate is Dayao?
There are also Hayes, Brooks and even Tracy McGrady next to Dayao.
The reason why they have such high commercial value is that Dayao plays a big factor.
So Noah also wants to use Wang Mian to build a good relationship with the Chinese media.
“Brother Wang, I want to say hello to your Chinese reporters, but I’m not very good at chatting with Chinese people.”
Noa whispered in Wang Mian’s ear and asked:”What do you think I should talk to you about?”
I have to say, this kid Noah is really good at things.
Ever since he joined the Bulls, he has been calling”Brother Wang, Brother Wang”
“This is actually very simple. Wang
Mian also casually taught a few words:”When you meet someone who is good-looking, just say they are beautiful.””
“If you don’t look good, say you have a good temperament.”
Noah nodded:”What if he doesn’t look good and has a bad temperament?”
“Then let’s say he is tall.”
“Learned.”
Noa snapped his fingers.
At this moment, two Chinese reporters, a man and a woman, walked towards Wang Mian.
Wang Mian recognized these two people.
One was his old friend Zhang Weiping, and the other was the famous writer NBA reporter Zhou Ling’an.
Wang Mian’s first impression when meeting Zhou Ling’an for the first time was.
It’s really big!
What’s big?
They’re all pretty big!
Wang Mian first exchanged a few words with Zhang Weiping, and then also had a fight with Zhou Ling’an. said hello.
At this time, Noah waved his hand towards Zhang Weiping and Zhou Ling’an
“Hello, I am Wang Mian’s teammate Joakim Noah!”
Moreover, Noah also showed a very friendly smile to Zhou Ling’an:”You are very beautiful!”
“Thanks!”
Zhou Ling’an was obviously a little flattered. After shaking hands with Noah, she also smiled and said:”You are also very tall.”
?????
Noah looked at Wang Mian who was suppressing a smile.
So, I really am not good-looking and have no temperament?
After each team took their makeup photos.
The league also announced the schedule for the new season.
Wang Mian can’t wait to know his opponent in the first NBA game.
Turn on the computer and search for the opening match schedule.
Oops!
Wang Mian was surprised.
It’s actually the Cleveland Cavaliers!
And this game is scheduled on the first day of the opening game!
“LeBron James has welcomed his best teammate, Shaquille O’Neal, and also given him a high salary of US$20 million a year. The Cavaliers are bound to do great things in the new season!”
“In order to get Wang Mian, the Bulls did not hesitate to throw away 4 starters who averaged more than 10 points per game. Wang Mian must also show a performance worthy of the Bulls.”
“It can be said that this opening game is extremely challenging for both teams!”
The first time the opening game was announced.
All major media were also crazy to build momentum for the opening game.
The most talked about in the opening game is undoubtedly the Bulls vs. Cavaliers.
Why is this game so popular?
First of all, who Everyone wants to see Wang Mian’s career debut.
Everyone also wants to see the scene when James and O’Neal join forces.
At the same time,
Wang Mian and Rose,
James and Shaq.
They are all outstanding talents in NBA history!
New and old gods The collision between the two prides must be Mars hitting the earth!
And the most important thing is that the Cavaliers signed O’Neal for 40 million in two years and the Bulls gave away 4 starters to get the crown.
Both operations can be called huge gambles, and both have been criticized by many Internet users. The media and fans are pessimistic.
Some trouble-making netizens even launched a poll on the Internet.
They think who is more stupid between the Bulls and the Cavaliers.
The vote rate is almost 55, O’Neal is slightly more.
Okay, Wang Mian and Shaq.
No one wants to be the protagonist in the management’s stupid decision.
Both of them urgently need to prove themselves through a tough battle!
This game is a great opportunity to prove themselves!
Cleveland, United States.
O’Neal, who had just stuffed two McDonald’s Beef Big Mac burgers, was caught on the spot by reporters as soon as he went out.
“Shaq! Now there are a lot of voices on the Internet saying that the Cavaliers and Bulls made a very stupid gamble, and you will play against Wang Mian in the opening game. How do you think you and Wang Mian are now?”
The reporter’s question is naturally related to the opening game against the Bulls.
“Let Wang Mian not get involved!”
O’Neal reacted quite disdainfully to this question.
“Don’t compare the great Shaq to the little guy!”
“That brat is not at the level to compare with me!”
O’Neal is really fed up with these voices.
I just got a high-salary contract of 20 million a year.
I just said a few words, and he actually compared it with Wang Mian.
He even asked the fans to vote.The point is, the number of votes that think the Cavaliers’ gamble is stupider is now close to 60%!
It’s too much!
“If that kid Wang Mian wants to be on par with me, he will have to stay in the league for at least 5 years!”
O’Neal held out five fingers.
“So how many points do you think Wang Mian will score in the paint you guard? Will he score more than 20 points?”
“20!!”
The shark’s eyes widened and he was immediately amused.
“If he can score 20 points, I’ll kiss the donkey’s ass!”
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