Chapter 1324 How Much Influence Tang Tian Has

And after agreeing, he also let Carl contact FOX.

The three major media outlets TNT, ESPN and NBA are definitely not willing to make such a statement, after all, it means standing in line.

But FOX is different. They signed a large broadcast contract with the Pelicans.

But even this was not enough for FOX to take the risk to do so, so when Tang Tian asked Karl to contact him, he agreed to a condition.

Soon, the joint statement made by Tang Tian, ​​ccx and Yao Ming was published through FOX Sports.

This immediately led to another wave of discussions among American fans on social media.

It's just that compared with the previous one-sided comments, the views and attitudes of many fans have changed.

"I think what Tatum said is quite right. Sports are sports. We shouldn't forcibly link it with politics. Morey's stupidity doesn't mean we are stupid."

"I'm a fan of Tang, and I support his statement that we don't need to start a 'war', wars always bring harm!"

"I think this statement is very good. I don't know the history of China, so I will be so excited, but if this is the case, then Morey is really stupid!"

"To give a not-so-good example, this is equivalent to someone telling us that Las Vegas does not belong to us, and any country needs territorial integrity."

"Actually, I really don't understand Morey, how can this idiot link sports and politics together, such a shrewd general manager."

"I still boycott the NBA, I will not go to the NBA to watch the game! And I suggest that those who have tickets don't go to the game, leave an empty arena!"

"I also agree, Tang is Chinese, he must speak for China, we need to protest with an empty arena!"

“Let me tell you a story, an official asked a farmer, if you had 100 million dollars, would you hand it over to the country, he said yes, then asked if you had a herd of cattle, would you hand it over to the country, he said no , why? Because he does have a herd of cattle."

"Haha, buddy, you are so cruel, you don't use dirty words when you swear."

"These guys who are clamoring not to go to the arena must have no season tickets, and they haven't even bought tickets. I watch the game just to watch the game and relax. And why should we fans pay for Morey's mistakes?"

"I support Don, he is the best superstar for fans, he is an urban hero in New Orleans, and his foundation helps countless people around the world every year!"

"I also support Tang. His words in the statement are very objective. We should not have double standards. We are a democratic country."

"Yes, Don is the greatest player in the world. He also respects us. We have no reason not to support him."

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The trio's joint statement had unexpected results.

Especially when there is Tang Tian in it, as the number one basketball player in the world, his influence is beyond imagination.

It is no exaggeration to say that he almost made most fans "get cold feet".

And shortly after the statement was issued, sponsors such as Nike, Adidas and Puma all forwarded the statement one after another.

This time, things changed radically.

"I love China, I like the fans there, and I also believe in the league, they did the best."

James tweeted his personal opinion.

"Regardless of Chinese fans or American fans, we should forget about this matter. The sports we need to pay attention to, we only need to pay attention to sports."

Durant also rarely used a large size to express his support on social media.

"We should focus on the game itself. Politics and sports should not be linked. What we like is sports, and what fans like to watch is sports."

Curry later expressed similar views in interviews.

"I love China, I go every year, the fans there are one of the cutest and best fans, basketball should be pure sports."

Thompson then expressed his personal views in front of the media.

After the sponsors chose to stand in line, the top brands of the major brands have expressed their personal views one after another.

Obviously, this was a series of events triggered by Tang Tian's influence.

The fans have already changed their views. As a star, what he has to do is to add fuel to the flames and completely end this matter.

After three days of time fermenting, everything was settled.

The NBA has not been negatively affected by this too much, and the popularity has even risen a wave.

After everything was settled, Yao Ming sat down and chatted with Tang Tian a lot.

This crisis is the biggest that Yao Ming has encountered since he became the chairman of the Basketball Association.

It is no exaggeration to say that without Tang Tian, ​​this matter would continue to ferment, and the consequences might not be within the control of individuals.

"I'm actually quite curious as to why Morey resigned."

Yao Ming was not involved in the whole incident, so he couldn't help asking out of curiosity.

Tang Tian shook his head.

He communicated with Tatum. In fact, Tatum also told him the content, but he could not tell Yao Ming.

Because this matter cannot be brought to the table.

According to Tatum, among the black materials that Fertitta dug up, there are some news about freedom of speech because of the campus shooting at Morey University.

Freedom of speech and selfishness are sometimes the same. Everything is centered on me. I can say what I want, and what I say is what I say.

Others object, I'm sorry, what I said is the truth, if you BB again, I will directly draw the gun.

Or, someone really can't stand your truth, and pulls out a gun and kills you.

This is also the reason for many school shootings in the United States.

Morey was still a hot-blooded boy at that time, and it was normal to spray it.

But if it is revealed at this time, it will be absolutely fatal black material, which is equivalent to exposing Morey's old background.

Then, after promising some benefits, it was only then that Morey resigned voluntarily.

To be honest, this is also a bit funny. I support freedom of speech, but I was forced to resign because of spraying freedom of speech in the past.

It can only be said that the way of heaven is good for reincarnation.

But this is not suitable for him to talk to Yao Ming.

"I'm actually a little worried that Morey will go to another team, and the problem may be more complicated at that time."

Yao Ming continued.

His concerns are also entirely justified.

He has also lived in the United States, and he knows what NBA owners value most. To put it bluntly, it is profit, money.

Morey's ability as a general manager is very strong.

This time he said the wrong thing and was forced to resign voluntarily, but once the limelight passes, there is a high probability that someone will invite him.

And there is another very important point, Tang Tian has just retired and still has a great influence in the NBA.

But if after a long time, Tang Tian really became famous, then the weight of talking would be much smaller.

"I know what you are worried about. In fact, I have already made a decision. Maybe at a certain point in time, I will come back again."

Tang Tian continued.

In fact, he has already made a decision, which is an important reason why FOX is willing to take the risk to report that statement.

FOX is an American media, they will not do it without sufficient interest.

"Are you coming back? When?"

Yao Ming was surprised to hear the news.

"It's not decided yet, someday in the future."

Tang Tian didn't tell the news.

Yao Ming smiled and didn't ask any further questions. He knew that Tang Tian didn't want to say that there must be other considerations.

"Actually, it's good for you to retire. Otherwise, if you are still playing, this time things will easily be set to the opposite."

He continued after laughing.

"I have the ability to predict the future."

Tang Tian replied with a smile.