Anthony was known for being unruly when he was young. Now as he gets older, he wants to win more team honors and prove himself in terms of record. He teamed up with Iverson in the Nuggets, and Andre Miller's team was unsuccessful.
Now that he has come to New York, he looks forward to becoming the real King of Madison.
However, he and Stoudemire have never been compatible.
The team needs a point guard who can run into them, and the team's starting point guard Chris Duhon has proven that he does not have this ability.
So, they set their sights on Fan Xi, who was rising to fame.
Fanci is a true free agent, and his style of play fits the tactics extremely well.
Therefore, D'Antoni brought Stoudemire and Carmelo Anthony to Fanci's hotel. This kind of recruiting specification is unprecedented and usually only occurs when recruiting that kind of superstar.
"Jake, come to New York. There is everything you want here. What is more challenging than becoming a hero in New York City? Together we will create a big era. I believe that together we will be a force in the Eastern Conference that will surpass the Big Three in Miami." strength."
Stoudemire patted Fan Xi on the shoulder and said passionately.
New York, the world's number one international city.
Even The Lion King fantasizes about becoming the King of New York. To be honest, this place is indeed very attractive to Fan Xi.
Moreover, Carmelo Anthony and Stoudemire are both very good stars. Once a chemical reaction occurs with them, there is a chance to compete with the Miami Big Three who formed a peak team last year.
It sounds very tempting.
"but……"
Fan Xi pursed her lips, and then made a stroking motion with her fingers: "We still need the money to be in place."
Ha ha ha ha!
Fan Xi's words made the three of them laugh.
They didn't expect this rookie to be so real.
He seemed unfazed even when such a big cake was drawn for him, but in the end he stretched out his hand to ask for the money.
very good, very powerful.
Talking about business.
D'Antoni loves dealing with Fanci.
Therefore, he said to Fan Xi cheerfully: "Tell me, what is your expected annual salary? No one is richer than New York."
Fan Xi was about to answer.
I heard Jim Bass's voice coming from outside: "...Really?"
They finally rushed to New York from Los Angeles and arrived at Fan Xi's hotel as soon as possible.
Before the last game was over, they had already made up their minds.
Unexpectedly, after the game, the Kardashian family suddenly increased Fan Xi's fame and became a popular niche player in the basketball circle.
They are too afraid that others will get there first.
So I hurried and hurried slowly, but I didn't expect that the New York Knicks group came first.
They heard D'Antoni's words outside the door, and Jim Bass couldn't stand it anymore and rushed in.
As soon as he came in, he raised the contract in his hand.
"I don't believe you can give such a sincere contract."
Jim Bass walks in.
Hand the contract to Fan Xi openly and openly.
When Fan Xi saw it, he was stunned: I didn't expect the Lakers to actually give such a contract.
22 million US dollars in 2 years.
Oh my god!
D'Antoni stuck his head out and exclaimed.
He is a head coach who has been in the NBA for many years. His self-cultivation should be very good, the kind that will not change even if the mountain collapses.
But this contract still exceeded the limits of his imagination.
He originally thought that giving Fan Xi an average annual salary of about 5 million was the Lakers' limit. After all, the starting salary of this year's No. 1 pick was only 5 million.
Unexpectedly, the Lakers came directly to super double.
"Does this comply with the regulations?" Stoudemire couldn't believe his eyes. His rookie contract back then was less than 12 million US dollars in four years. Unexpectedly, the Lakers actually gave an undrafted player an annual salary of tens of millions, more than the two-year salary of the No. 1 pick.
times.
"Of course it complies with the regulations. Jack is a free agent, and he is not restricted by his rookie contract." Kupchak said with certainty.
"My contract with James back then was far less than the amount of this contract. Now he is almost at the maximum salary. So..."
Carmelo Anthony stared, he was in disbelief, envious and shocked at the same time. He didn't expect such an operation: "He lost the selection, but it was a blessing in disguise?"
"Yes." Jim Bass nodded.
He was happy to watch the New York trio look like they had never seen the world before.
The Lakers have always been ahead of the league in signing contracts. They dared to give Magic Johnson a 10-year rookie contract, they dared to give O'Neal a seven-year, $120 million contract, and they even dared to give Kobe Bryant a super-maximum contract extension.
contract.
So, in this regard, you can always trust the Lakers.
D'Antoni swallowed.
He originally thought that he could negotiate the contract by just walking over. He even thought about giving Fan Xi a three-year contract worth 15 million yuan, which is equivalent to the number one pick.
However, who would have thought that the Lakers would be so powerful?
For such a high contract, one must ask the boss for instructions.
Although the owner of the Knicks has a lot of money, he has been criticized over the years for being a fool for having too much money, which has made him review big contracts more carefully.
"Jack, give me some time. I'll call you in the afternoon. I'll still say the same thing. I'm willing to add $500,000 to the Lakers' contract."
D'Antoni said this in front of Kupchak.
However, he still has to go back and ask his boss for instructions.
He didn't think it was a big problem.
Jim Buss and Kupchak didn't expect D'Antoni to interfere.
Jim Bass simply said: "Kupchak, we will increase the bonus by 1 million to the contract, raising the total amount to 23 million. Michael, I don't think your boss will allow you to increase the price to 23.5 million.
If you don’t believe it, just wait and see.”
He had harsh words for D'Antoni.
D'Antoni did not confront him head-on, but quickly left with Stoudemire and Anthony. When the three left, they also actively expressed their desire to play alongside Fanshie.
Fan Xi watched the three of them go.
He, Jim Bass, and Kupchak were the only ones left in the room.
Fan Xi lowered his head and looked at the contract carefully.
In fact, this is a partially guaranteed contract. The guaranteed amount is 15 million U.S. dollars. Fanshie's guaranteed salary in the first year is 7 million U.S. dollars. The remaining two million U.S. dollars are playoff rewards. If the Lakers make it
In the playoffs, you can get a bonus of 2 million US dollars. If Fan Xi's average data reaches 10 points and 6 assists per game, it will also increase by 2 million US dollars. The guaranteed salary in the second season is 8 million US dollars, and 2 million US dollars if you enter the playoffs.
The average data per game is 126, and the bonus is increased by 1 million.
Frankly speaking, both indicators are very easy to achieve.
It's just used to deceive others.
Now, with a stroke of his pen, Jim Bass added another 1 million to Fanshi.
Full of sincerity.
"I will ask the lawyer to redraft the contract now." Jim Bass said to Fan Xi sincerely: "You are an indispensable member of us."
In terms of relationships with their own stars, the Lakers are definitely the best among all teams in the league.
As long as the superstars have left their names in the history of the Lakers, the Lakers will give them very good treatment. Magic gave them compensatory shares, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has been working as a consultant with the team and receiving high salaries, and Jerry West was a former player in the team.
As the team's general manager, there is also Kobe Bryant, who is about to receive the highest annual salary in NBA history, surpassing Michael Jordan at the time.
On the contrary, the New York Knicks have a very impersonal history. They directly sold the old and frail Patrick Ewing. This move chilled the hearts of many people. After all, in the 1980s and 1990s, Ewing was a tough New York player.
Symbols and totems.
After talking to Jim Buss, Kobe Bryant called.
He and Fan Xi chatted for almost 20 minutes.
Kobe was extremely sincere on the phone. He analyzed the team's situation to Fanci, told him what the team needed from him, and promised that he would gradually reduce holding the ball and give him the ball. He hoped that Fanci could truly take over the Lakers.
flag.
Moreover, he told Fanci: "This is a very challenging contract. The Lakers need great courage and perseverance to offer it, because it breaks the unspoken rules of the league. No team has ever offered an undrafted contract.
To sign such an amazing contract, one needs to withstand huge pressure from public opinion and criticism."
After completing the call with Kobe Bryant, Fan Xi had no hesitation in his heart.
From the moment Mike D'Antoni left, he had actually made a choice.
Although D'Antoni claimed that he would increase his salary by US$500,000, his shocked expression and hesitation in not being able to fulfill his promise immediately showed that he had never thought of giving Fanci an annual salary of tens of millions.
When he was very young, Fan Xi's mother taught him: If someone asks you if you want candy or a gift, just say no.
Because people who really want to give you candy or gifts will never ask you if you want them.
Just like D'Antoni's move, Fanci wants a directly confirmed contract, rather than going back to the office to weigh the pros and cons with the boss.
So, Fanci quickly said to Jim Bass: "I have no problem. If the contract is drawn up, I can sign it."
Jim Bass was a little surprised. He said, "Aren't you waiting for D'Antoni?"
Fan Xi smiled and said, "I still like to wear purple and gold jerseys."
"Hahahaha!" Jim Bass and Kupchak laughed heartily.
As a result, Jim Buss added a bonus of US$500,000. The terms of this bonus are...as long as the Lakers win a championship within two years, they can get it.
Compared to the previous two terms, this is a very difficult reward to obtain.
But Fan Xi said: "I will definitely get this 500,000."
He is full of energy.
This makes both Jim Buss and Kupchak very happy.
…
Inside James Dolan's office.
This famous second-generation rich man in New York City is reclining on his boss's chair, with his feet on the desk, his bloated body squeezed into the chair, and his unshaven face smoking a cigar.
He was known for being crazy when he was young. He was the most notorious lothario in New York City. He took drugs, drank alcohol, hunted women... and did everything.
It's just that he was lucky. His father consolidated all the properties for him before he died. Now he can have a lot of money in his account just by lying in bed.
However, he resented people saying that he was lucky, and even more resentful that he was the one who brought New York to hell.
It was obviously that damn Isiah Thomas who stole his trust and signed so many junk contracts to the team, and then the Knicks continued to sink.
Now, didn’t D’Antoni be invited here?
But.
"What????"
James Dolan's eyes widened: "You said you want to give the undrafted guy a two-year, $23.5 million contract? Are you crazy? Just because he participated in the Kardashian sisters' show? Just because he and that little girl Jenner
fall in love?"
"No, boss. His ability on the court is very strong. He defeated Derrick Rose and John Wall. I predict that he will achieve amazing success in the NBA." D'Antoni said seriously: "I have analyzed his play
Fa, he and my tactical concepts are very consistent..."
"No! No! No!"
James Dolan waved his hand repeatedly, interrupting D'Antoni: "Every player will have some highlight moments, this is too normal. You can't give him 20 million just because he played three good games. Isiah Thomas used to
Didn’t those rubbish players they signed have performed well? But what happened in the end?”
James Dolan asserted: "If you sign him, it will definitely be a garbage contract. Moreover, he likes to hang out with female celebrities, so don't ruin the atmosphere of our New York locker room. In the past, the media criticized us and said that our locker room is
A drug den is a prison. If you want to sign him, people will say it is the second Grammy Awards venue."
Dolan said with lingering fear.
D'Antoni tried to say something else.
But D'Antoni didn't let him continue: "You can continue to seek trades and trade your favorite point guard. But just stop joking about junk contracts. This kid is not good. I don't trust handsome guys."
Forehead….
D'Antoni was very depressed when he saw his boss refusing to let people go thousands of miles away.
He was also very annoyed.
Why do the Lakers dare to give such a high contract? Are they crazy? They are driving up prices like this without fear of paying luxury tax.
He sighed and walked out of James Dolan's office.
He doesn't know how to tell Fan Xi now.
call!
Then let’s not talk about it.
D'Antoni decided to regard his previous words as chalk writing and reached out to erase them.
Fortunately, Fan Xi did not wait foolishly for his response. Instead, he signed the new contract directly after the Lakers drafted it.
The contract will then be sent to the alliance headquarters for backup, and then it will officially take effect.
There won't be any extraneous things because it's completely within the rules.
It's just that no team has ever done this.
The Lakers just set a precedent.
"You probably won't be able to catch up with the next game." Jim Bass said to Fan Xi with a smile after the contract was signed: "As a multimillionaire, you can now go to Manhattan to walk around and buy some things."
Fan Xi was of course very happy.
He was not going to go shopping, but he had received an invitation from Kim Kardashian. He was going to cross the Hudson River to the other side of New York City to attend a dinner party between Kim Kardashian and Humphries.
Lamar Odom will be there too.
He is acting as a brother-in-law.
Fan Xi...probably also serves as the younger brother-in-law.
Anyway, now the whole world feels that Fanxi and Jenna are a match made in heaven.
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