rpbooks Chapter 816
Chapter 816
Chapter 816
An Luo didn't want to discuss the possibility of the team winning the championship after losing Paul George.Because, he put all his energy into the International Men's Basketball World Cup held at his doorstep.Moreover, he believes that many people will come forward to discuss this matter soon.At that time, all the possibilities that people can't imagine will surface.
Westbrook and An Luo chatted on the phone for a while. Although the other party was chatting everywhere, An Luo still understood the core meaning of the call, which was to persuade An Luo to stay in the Oklahoma City Thunder.
In fact, regarding the early contract renewal with An Luo, Presti had already started discussions with An Luo's agent team at the beginning of last season.It's just that at that time, the Thunder was still on its way to defending the title, and An Luo was not yet the FMVP after that.At that time, Presti was more confident, and he even wanted to renew An Luo with a contract close to the maximum salary in advance.Of course, the two sides did not start formal negotiations on this matter. This matter has always been in the stage of mutual testing, and no conflicts have arisen.
Neither Bill Duffy, Zhang Mingji, nor An Luo's mother Fu Yao were too anxious about renewing the contract.Although An Luo's development speed far exceeded their expectations, even An Luo's own market value can give them an upper hand in dealing with An Luo's contract renewal.And An Luo himself was even less anxious.He has always been full of confidence in himself, and believes that the Thunder will not be unwilling to offer a contract extension with a maximum salary.
Of course An Luo also thought about leaving Oklahoma.For example, Los Angeles, which he has always preferred, is a good place to be.But An Luo, who already has two championships in hand, now needs more than a championship. If he wants to become a player like Kobe, he must have a team of his own.The Lakers and Clippers will not give him that opportunity, and James, Davis, and Leonard will not give him that opportunity.Even if he joins these two teams, he is only an important piece of the championship puzzle in the opponent's lineup.And those teams that can give An Luo "status" are either star black holes like the New York Knicks, or small ball markets like the Charlotte Hornets and Cleveland Cavaliers.Going to those places, An Luo might as well stay in Oklahoma.
Therefore, An Luo finally chose to stay in the Thunder.Just after Paul George left, the Thunder officially announced the early contract extension they signed with An Luo. $5 million in 1.7 years!In the last year, An Luo can decide whether to jump out of the contract early and become a free agent.A standard equipment for a star player!
How decisive is Presti?After he confirmed that Paul George would always leave, he immediately contacted An Luo's agent, Bill Duffy, straight to the point, and gave An Luo a maximum salary contract.Moreover, Presti arrived in China with his assistant immediately.After some detailed exchanges with An Luo, Bill Duffy and Zhang Mingji, the two sides quickly reached a consensus.In fact, for An Luo's side, what is waiting is such a contract.After all, it is indeed a very good choice for An Luo to stay with the Thunder in such a situation.Since Lei Ting has given enough respect and sincerity, there is no need for An Luo and others to procrastinate.
What's interesting is that the birth of An Luo's 2016 million yuan contract did not cause much disturbance in the NBA circle.This actually has a lot to do with other players in the 2016 class.In this season, many 16 players have signed early contract extensions with their teams. The [-] rookies stole a lot of the limelight in this superstar-studded summer.
As the oldest group of rookies in the 16th session, Hield and the Kings team once had a lot of trouble.At first, the team only planned to give Hilde a four-year contract of 8800 million yuan.In fact, this contract is not bad.But Hilde doesn't think so!Hilde, who has an upright personality, sprayed directly at his own eyes, saying that such a contract is an insult to him.
As the saying goes, a crying child gets milk.After a few days of negotiations, the young player finally renewed his contract with the Kings for 4 million in 9400 years, and after the bonuses are superimposed, the contract can reach a maximum of 1.06 million.Of course, Hilde's strength should not be underestimated. You must know that he averaged 20.7 points and 5 rebounds per game last season. He is one of the best players in the 16th session.
Jaylen Brown is also a player in the 16th class. He has spent three seasons with the Celtics.Last season was not particularly dazzling in terms of statistics, although his performance was quite satisfactory.But the Celtics still signed a four-year, $4 million contract with him.I have to say that the Celtics really dare to give it!It can be seen that they are full of confidence in Jaylen Brown and think that he will have a lot to do in the future.
Siakam, who was unknown at first, signed a four-year, $4 million contract with the Raptors.Although Siakam's performance was mediocre in his rookie season, Siakam grew rapidly in the following two seasons.Especially in the Finals last season, Siakam's performance has convinced the Raptors' management.Although he has not been able to help the team win the championship, he has shown his talent.When Leonard chose to leave Toronto, the Raptors were also determined to regard Siakam as the core training of the team.
These three players are enviable.Before spending the rookie contract, you can get a big contract that most NBA players can't earn in their lifetime.However, compared with those few players who renewed their contracts with a maximum salary, they are still far behind.
Murray of the Denver Nuggets received a five-year, $5 million contract extension.Obviously, this player has made great contributions to the team.Especially in the playoffs of last season, he played bravely every game, averaging 1.7 points, 21.3 rebounds and 4.4 assists.Murray is currently very important to the team, and he and Jokic will become the two core figures of the Nuggets.
No. 76 pick Ben Simmons also signed a five-year, $5 million contract with the 1.7ers.As the player with the most superstar appearance among the 16 players, Simmons' contract is indeed worth the money.He has strong physical fitness and can play like a fish in water in the penalty area.Even though his three-point shooting skills have always been criticized by people, it does not prevent the 76ers from offering such a big contract.
Now with the addition of An Luo, there will be three players who have renewed their contracts with the maximum salary in advance in the entire 16th session.These rookies from three years ago have already shown their edge!
(End of this chapter)