After thinking about it, Su Yang called Xinji to the office with a phone call and discussed how to deal with the anxious situation.

First, discussing Cousins' 5-year quotation of $180 million, Su Yang said bluntly: "From a coach's perspective, Cousins's lethality in the small ball era is very strong. He can attack at low posts, support and long shots at high posts, and assist defense and pick-and-roll defense are a little worse, but his offensive destructive power is enough to resist losing points. We need him to create threats for his opponents in the inside, so it is necessary to stay.

From the perspective of a boss, I once promised to build a statue for Cousins. He was the only veteran of the king. In this era when there were very few people and one city, he was one of the king's totems. From an emotional and commercial perspective, it was necessary to keep him.

But I am more worried about his health, so it is best to add the number of appearances and weight control conditions in the new contract. I personally pay attention to reducing his consumption. In the end, I hope the contract is four years, and the total salary is close to that of Hayward. We can give him the fourth year player option. When he is 30 years old, sign another contract depending on the situation..."

As a veteran, Su Yang is really worried about Cousins' Achilles tendon and cruciate ligament problems, so he can only use a compromise method. What he can do is to reduce Cousins' consumption and not to play for 40 minutes in a row for multiple games, as it is too easy to accumulate injuries.

Of course, Cousins ​​also needs to be self-disciplined.

As for the contract amount close to Hayward, it is $128 million in four years, with an average of $32 million per year.

Reducing risks is one reason. The main reason is to retain a certain amount of salary space and not to do anything. Of course, compared to Curry's 201 million US dollars in 5 years, the gap is indeed a bit big, but Curry is the core of the King's offensive.

"What if his team or he doesn't accept it? His agent is Jeff Schwartz..." Hinki asked.

"If you don't accept it, you will talk about it next year. I don't want to delay this matter. If Jeff Schwartz hinted at applying for a deal or something, you must firmly say that it is impossible. The same goes for Lavender, and clearly inform him that he will not be traded this season."

The new season is about to start, and Su Yang doesn't want to continue to be distracted by the fact that he renews his contract in advance. Anyway, his attitude is firm and everyone understands each other. Cousins ​​is the number one center at an average of 32 million. After all, only three people in the league have an annual salary of 30 million.

Hinki nodded to show his understanding, and instead contacted Cousins ​​and Laven's team. Su Yang continued to think about how to arrange the rotation.

The main reason is that the average playing time between Curry and Cousins ​​needs to be controlled below 32 minutes. Ross' playing time must be determined based on his performance on the court, but even if he plays well, he must be controlled below 20 minutes, and slowly observe and make changes.

On October 16th, Cousins' team gave a reply, officially refusing a quotation of $128 million for four years. The main reason is that the value provided by Cousins ​​is that as long as $180 million for five years is considered a salary cut, it is impossible to give up its due rights.

Su Yang saw the email and called Cousins ​​directly to ask if that was Cousins’ true thoughts. Cousins ​​stammered and replied: "Coach, every time I make a decision, I will refer to my family, especially my mother's advice..."

After listening to the explanation, Su Yang understood it. Cousins ​​himself did not make up his mind. He wanted to get Curry's transcendent status and repay Su Yang's love for his mentorship, but he could not ignore the ideas of the team and family, so he simply dragged it on first.

"Coach, I can assure you that even if I don't renew my contract in advance, I will play 100% of the game..."

"Of course, I believe you..."

Su Yang hung up the phone with a little disappointment and soon calmed down. People's thoughts would change with time. As long as there was no murder or arson to harm the interests of others, no matter what decision was made, it would be a personal choice. Turner thought about staying with a middle-class contract, but in the end he accepted the Trail Blazers' 4-year quotation of $70 million. There was nothing to blame. The salary cut was emotion, not responsibility.

Hinki quickly found Su Yang and asked: "Since Cousins ​​chose to talk about it next year, can we renew our contract with Zach first? Lavine, I think the quotation of $80 million in four years is quite appropriate, especially the salary cap pullback next season..."

"Don't do that..."

Su Yang waved his hand to refuse, "The space should be left to Cousins ​​first. I don't want to become the second Pat Riley or Danny Angie, but the news will definitely be leaked. If reporters ask or fans discuss it, they will not want to lock the space if they respond to the unified response to the outside world."

Hinki nodded awkwardly and continued: "I had communication with the Laven team before. They contacted the Grizzlies and were willing to trade with the leader next year or the year after. The Eagles are also potential partners, and they should all be in the top five picks..."

"There is such a good thing?"

Su Yang couldn't believe that a expired LaVine could not stay as long as Cousins ​​renewed her contract. Some teams were willing to exchange the top five picks. If you really want to be able to make a 4-year contract offer, don't worry about the King's match. Is it particularly optimistic?

"I also think it's a bit suspicious, but I can continue to talk about it. There is no loss anyway, just..."

Seeing that Xinji looked hesitant, Su Yang thought of the fact that he had said before that he would never trade Laven this season. After thinking for a moment, he spoke: "It's still impossible to trade. Laven is an important part of the four consecutive championships. He will shoulder a large number of offensive and defensive tasks in the regular season, unless he threatens it with bad play, but he is not that kind of player, so don't continue to pay attention to potential transactions, give up."

"Okay, my next focus is on finding assistant coaches. In terms of signing and renewing contracts, only Payton II's work has not been completed. He was cut by the Bucks the day before yesterday and just spent the clarification time. He can officially join the team before the new season..."

During the conversation, the two finished chatting.

Su Yang went straight to the power room. After a simple warm-up, he organized two sets of 80 kilogram bench presses to stabilize his emotions and won applause.

The next day on the 18th.

As expected, the news about the King's failure to renew his contract with Cousins, Grant and Laven in advance were reported by WOJ, Shams and Windhost respectively, but the media and fans' reactions were average, probably with expectations.

The main contracts of Curry and Antetokounmpo are big enough, and Covington occupies 15 million. The Kings cannot become more space. Even if the contract is renewed on the hat and the salary cut can only be left behind, but not all players accept the salary cut.

Bill Simmons tweeted: "I want to sincerely praise the salary cap system. He has made the NBA not completely become a situation like the European Football Professional League where you can ignore everything if you have money. The King can no longer suppress other teams through a luxurious lineup. The king has no eternity. I believe that the ratings of this season will be improved. Who can win the championship is once again full of suspense."

That view has attracted many fans to like and forward it, and their team finally saw hope of winning the championship.

Espn followed suit and released its new season's combat power rankings.

The Cavaliers who formed the four giants ranked first. Espn believes that as long as Anthony and LeBron are willing to run more and defend more, they can definitely defeat the King. On the one hand, it will make it difficult for the King to defend, and On the other hand, the King has no George, so he can boldly double-team Curry.

The Rockets are ranked second, and ESPN believes that the substitute lineup will be filled, so that the Rockets can better use short rotations in the playoffs.

The Warriors rank third. ESPN believes that Curry's technical growth and long-term running-in will cause the Warriors' offensive ability to undergo a qualitative change. Durant's progress in breaking double-teams and Thompson's progress in holding the ball will make the Warriors' tactics more diverse.

The Kings ranked fourth, and espn believed that the Kings' defense and offensive ability had been greatly reduced. In fact, George should be left behind for the maximum salary and abandoned Raven and Cousins ​​because the center in the small ball era was decreasing its value, and fortunately, no contract renewal was reached in advance.

Seeing the ranking list, Su Yang liked and forwarded: "We like to be looked down upon because that highlights our abilities more."

Put down your phone and go straight to the stadium to watch the training. The Kings' first game in the new season is about to begin, and their opponent is the old acquaintance Rockets.

The match was broadcast all over the United States, host Brin mentioned: Harden picked up again in the summer offseason and practiced additional mid-range shots.
Chapter completed!