Chapter 333 Draft

"so……"

Phillier said in a very firm tone: "This should be your last chance to get a big contract. Don't give up on your own. You should get a big contract, at least for four to five years, not the two years the Lakers are offering." short-term contract.

If you go to the Lakers and work with OK, you can win the championship, but do you really have to throw away tens of millions of dollars for the championship? "

"..."

The postman opened his mouth and was speechless.

To be honest, he wants to have both meat and fish, but the chance of doing so is very small, because strong teams have no salary space at all, and now that there is a luxury tax, he has a very good chance of getting a big contract with a team like the Lakers. Smaller.

"unless……"

Phillier said hesitantly: "Unless you go to the Knicks, they have a lot of people to leave, they have space, and they are short of a lot of people."

"If I don't go, I'd rather go to the Knicks than go to the Knicks. I'd rather beg for food than go to the Knicks." The postman growled in a low voice.

"Philadelphia contacts me every day. The contract they opened is very good, and the email team is also strong. Billy King will strengthen it during the offseason. How about we wait and see the progress of their reinforcement?" said Phillier.

"OK."

The postman thought about it and agreed.

"Then I rejected the Lakers? Their contract is really unattractive. They just want to use you for two years and then kick you out." Philier said.

"Refuse," said the postman.

"Unfortunately, Mr. West, we have decided not to come to Los Angeles."

Later, Lakers general manager Jerry West received a call from Fillier.

He was not too disappointed, and immediately contacted Ringo Wells, once again confirmed Ben's contract, and invited Ben and Wells to come to Los Angeles to sign after the freeze period ended in July.

Two more days have passed. On the 24th, Dayao ended his trial training and official training camp. The 1999 NBA draft is about to begin, and will be held at Madison Square Garden on the evening of the 28th.

That night, Zhao Dong, Yao Dazhi and Hu Weidong called to their home for a gathering.

Hu Weidong and Da Zhi just completed their physical examinations in the past few days.

There was nothing wrong with his body, but Hu Weidong found out some problems, mainly his right knee and left foot. The foot problem was not big. He had a minor laser surgery on his knee. The problem was solved, but it required a period of rehabilitation. .

"Zhao Dong, I returned to China after the Dayao draft and went to Dongcheng base for rehabilitation." Hu Weidong said.

Zhao Dong nodded and said: "Okay, the medical equipment and doctors we got last time have passed, and they can keep up with the standards here."

"Brother Dong, Brother Hu and I are returning to China. We plan to bring my parents here, and then we and Dayao will go to Houston to train with Dameng." Da Zhi said.

Zhao Dong nodded and said: "Linger Wells has already contacted the team for you and Brother Hu. The Knicks have also received some trade applications from some teams about you. Please discuss it with Wells and the team. . I have already talked with Mr. Grant and will respect your opinions when trading you."

"Okay, thank you, Brother Dong."

"Thank you, Zhao Dong."

Da Zhi and Hu Weidong were very excited.

Now that they have won the championship, their next pursuit in the NBA is to become the main force, improve their abilities, and then follow Zhao Dong to perform in the Olympics next year.

"Dayao, how was the trial training with the Nets?" Zhao Dong asked Dayao again.

Dayao chuckled and said, "I'm quite satisfied."

"That's good."

Nodding, Zhao Dong smiled and said: "I remember that the Nets' center this season is a role player, averaging only two points per game. When you join the Nets, you will be the main center from the beginning.

Your inside partner is Van Horn, the second overall pick in 1997. He is playing well this season, averaging 22+8 per game.

His style is somewhat similar to yours, but his tonnage is too small. He mainly attacks from the outside, not much in the low post, and only accounts for 20% of the offense at the basket.

Therefore, you should mainly attack in the low post in the Nets, and work with him inside and outside. I believe the effect will be good. Of course, it can also be opened left and right. At that time, Marbury will have enough space for his breakthrough. "

Speaking of this, he thought of the Jazz team in the previous life. When Boozer and Okula went out, Yao couldn't follow him after gaining weight. If he followed him, he would never come back. That Jazz team was Mosaic's nemesis.

And Dayao went to the Nets, and he was as far apart as Van Horn, which was a replica of the Jazz in the era of Boozer and Okur.

He continued: "Marbury is a bit of a stickler for the ball, and his offense is sometimes unreasonable. You have to be stronger and communicate with the team."

Hu Weidong smiled and said: "Zhao Dong, if Dayao goes to the Nets, how strong will the Nets be next season?"

Zhao Dong analyzed it and said: "The inside combination is first-rate. The guard combination of Marbury and Kendall Gill is not first-rate. It is considered a quasi-first-rate combination and is passable. However, the Nets still lack the third position. There will definitely be no problem in the post-game, it’s hard to say how far I can go.”

On the morning of the 25th, Zhao Dong contacted several of the most famous private yacht builders in Europe. The first thing he contacted was the Lussen Shipyard in Germany.

"Zhao Dong? NBA's Flying Dragon?"

"Yes."

"Feilong, I'm glad to receive your call. I'm Chesman, the sales director of Lucerne Company. I'm glad to serve you."

During the call, as soon as he announced his name, the person on the other side immediately responded.

"Feilong, we in Luxembourg are the best private yacht builders in the world, and we can provide the best private design solutions..."

Next, Cheeseman on the opposite side immediately began to introduce some information. When he got down to business, he immediately became serious and serious.

"Feilong, what price range do you need for a private yacht? I can send you some design pictures and you can make a preliminary selection. Then we will arrange a special plane to invite you to Germany for an on-site inspection."

"Top."

"What? Oh, okay, okay, okay, top, right..."

Chesman was surprised when he heard about the top-tier ones, and reminded him tactfully: "Feilong, the top-tier ones will be very expensive, at least over 100 million US dollars, or even as high as hundreds of millions of dollars. What price do you specifically need?"

"I don't need too luxurious standards. Let's cap it at US$500 million." Zhao Dong said.

"Five billion?"

Cheeseman's eyes widened. Regardless of whether Zhao Dong had the financial resources or not, Lucerne Shipyard had never received an order for this.

Not only has Luxembourg Shipyard not built a private yacht worth 500 million US dollars, but no other shipyard in the world has built one.

"Send some pictures first. I need to compare them with other companies." Zhao Dong said.

"Oh, okay, okay, I'll do it right away. I believe you will choose Lucen, because we are the best in this world."

Cheeseman said quickly, with respect and caution in his tone, which was completely different from before.

Soon, Zhao Dong's mailbox received a large number of pictures.

Some of these pictures are photos of built yachts, some are computer blueprints, some were built by the Lucerne shipyard, and some were not.

Next, he contacted several famous private yacht shipyards and received a large number of pictures.

In the evening, he and Lindsay picked it out.

"Husband, Germany's Lucerne and Dongshun shipyards are both good." Lindsay said after choosing.

"It's good. Their construction technology and design capabilities are very good, the best in the world." Zhao Dong said with a smile.

"I think this is it, give them two months, give us the specific design drawings, and then we can make a decision." Lindsay asked.

"Okay, that's it, I'll inform them."

Zhao Dong then sent an email to these shipyards, listing some personal requirements and asking them to produce design drawings.

After receiving the email, these shipyards immediately started taking action.

With a cost of US$500 million, they can earn US$200 million, and this will be the most luxurious private yacht in the world, a real castle on the sea. If they can get it, their shipyard will become No. 1 in this industry, so they are very positive. .

On the 27th, Bart arrived in New York. Zhao Dong, Yao Da and Hu Weidong went to the airport to pick him up. Of course, there was also the agent Ringo Wells who had arranged for him.

Daba’s birthday was in November 1975. He is less than 24 years old this year. He is very young, one and a half years older than Zhao Dong. His strength has entered his peak period, and he has no injuries. He looks very strong and has a very big frame.

When he came here, it was Liu Yumin who did work for Shougang. Shougang was kind enough to let him go without any difficulty.

After the meeting, several people exchanged pleasantries, and Zhao Dong introduced Wells.

"Zhao Dong, we're going to be in trouble this time." Daba said politely.

"What kind words can you say? There are only a few of us in our country now. Let's work hard for another year and strive to stand on the podium at the Olympics next year, and even raise the flag and play the national anthem." Zhao Dong encouraged.

"Raise the flag and play the national anthem?" Several people were startled.

Zhao Dong laughed and said: "Does a goal scare you? What's so great about it, why can't we stand on the highest podium?"

"You are the god of efficiency, the number one active player in the NBA, and you have the final say." Hu Weidong suddenly smiled.

When he said this, the confidence of several people suddenly increased.

Yes, with the number one person in active service by his side, he is the god of efficiency. What is unimaginable? Even the American team dared to touch it.

Zhao Dong arranged the bus at the hotel where the Dayao family stayed. After settling in the room, Bart asked: "Zhao Dong, what about me?"

"Daba, don't worry. Insiders are most needed no matter where they are. At worst, with your physique, you can be used as a human shield." Zhao Dong smiled.

"Human shield?" Ringwells was startled.

Bart was also startled. Am I going to be a human shield?

Zhao Dong laughed and said: "Now we have O'Neal's big shark in the West, and I have the impact and deterrence I have on the inside in the East. Which team doesn't need a human shield inside?"

"That's true."

Ringo Wells laughed.

"A human shield is a human shield."

Daba accepted his fate. Anyway, when we got here, let's just follow Zhao Dong's arrangements.

"Brother Dong, didn't Daba participate in the draft?" Da Zhi asked.

Zhao Dong said: "At his age, he can sign with the team directly. It would be better not to be drafted. If he is drafted, because he has no results, he will be a second rounder at most, so it is better to find a team by himself."

"How big of a contract can I get for looking like this?" Daba said expectantly.

Zhao Dongdao: "It's hard to say, let's try our best to negotiate. Don't expect too much from the first contract. Only if you perform like Da Zhi and Brother Hu can you be qualified to expect the second contract."

Daba nodded to show he understood.

Zhao Dong reminded again: "Daba, it's no better here than in China. With your strength in China, you can make a name for yourself, but not here."

"I understand." Daba said hurriedly.

"Don't be lazy. After entering the league, you need to do enough training to make up for your weaknesses and improve your strengths. For example, your mobility is a big weakness and it seriously limits your ability to play. You have to continue to work on it. Strength training will change your muscle quality." Zhao Dong warned.

"I have been training at Dongcheng Base for more than two years, and my strength training has not been interrupted. Now my movement speed is much faster, and my lateral speed is also much faster." Daba said hurriedly.

"That's good, but keep insisting." Zhao Dong said.

These two days, June 28th, is the NBA draft day.

Although the Nets have already said they will choose Dayao, Dayao, his parents, and his agent Zhang Mingji are still a little nervous.

Early in the morning, they got dressed and waited in the hotel, accompanied by a bus.

"Dayao, you are the number one scholar, so why are you nervous?" Daba comforted him.

"Haha, haven't you got this yet?" Dayao said with a smile.

"Tsk, tsk, Zhao Dong really values ​​you and gives you such a big sponsorship contract, 800 million yuan! I can't even imagine how much money this is."

Daba praised.

Everyone in Dayao laughed, and Yao's mother said: "Our family owes Zhao Dong a lot. I told Dayao that Zhao Dong wants to win the gold medal in the Olympics, and Dayao can do it even if he breaks his leg. "

"If not next year, it will be 2004 or 2008. They are all young." Dad Yao said with a smile.

"It would be great if we could bid for the 2008 Olympics." Speaking of the Olympics, Dayao said with immediate anticipation.

"The results of this bid will be announced in 2001, right? The last bid was just one vote short. I believe it will be successful this time."

Yao Ma looks forward to it.

At five o'clock, Zhao Dong, Hu Weidong, and Da Zhi rushed to the hotel, had dinner with the Dayao family, and arrived at Madison Square Garden at half past six.

Coming up from the underground parking lot and entering the draft venue through the internal passage, Zhao Dong and his party were immediately surrounded by the media.

"Feilong, do you think the Nets will choose Yao as the No. 1 pick?" a reporter asked.

"I think this is the best choice." Zhao Dong smiled.

This is no longer the time to be modest. Being the No. 1 pick will help improve Dayao's status in the team in the future. Moreover, with the potential and strength of Dayao in this generation, let alone this small draft year, even if it is a big draft year , it is possible to be elected the top pick.

"Feilong, Yao's draft template is Big Dream, and he is also training with Big Dream. Do you think he can reach the height of Big Dream?" a reporter asked.

"It's hard to say. Da Meng has a successful career, and Yao still needs to work hard." Zhao Dong said.

"So how about analyzing it in terms of potential and strength?" the reporter asked.

Zhao Dong pondered for a moment and then said: "If Yao can stay healthy, I think he has a chance."

"oh!"

Some reporters were surprised.

Because Dameng is a historical super giant, and is currently the most successful among the four super centers. As the core, he leads the team to two consecutive championships. Can Yao reach such heights?

Zhao Dong is not exaggerating. Dayao has a height that Dumeng does not have, and has first-class touch. Moreover, he has received the best training in this life, and his potential and strength have improved. If he can stay healthy, he may not be able to reach the height of Dumeng in the future.

"Yao, what do you think?" The reporter asked Dayao again.

"Dameng is my teacher and a superstar in the league. I respect him very much. I learned a lot from him..."

Da Yao has not yet turned nineteen, more than two months away. Since last year, he has been the most watched NCAA star in the United States, so in front of the media, his performance is even better than Da Yao. It's useless, not a single useful word.

"Feilong, is this gentleman also a player?" a reporter asked, pointing to the bus.

Zhao Dong nodded and said: "I would like to lend you the media a recommendation. His name is Bart, and he is one of the best centers in China. He currently weighs 135 kilograms, is 211 centimeters tall, has a wingspan of 214 centimeters, and has a vertical jump of 60 centimeters. Amazing strength, with a maximum bench press of 190 kilograms. Technical characteristics: good mid-range shooting, can shoot and pass, has strength advantage at the basket, is also good at low-post offense, he can also shoot three-pointers... By the way, his agent is Lin Mr. Gwills."

The general managers of all the teams were at the draft. With Zhao Dong's recommendation, they quickly obtained Daba's information.

Zhao Dong has a good reputation in recommending players.

For example, the first Hu Weidong is an important rotation player in a dynasty team like the Knicks. He has no problem starting in a weak team.

The second big player, a regular season starter for two seasons, a first-class defensive iron-blooded center, if the Knicks didn't have a lot of people available inside, they would never lose their starting position in the playoffs. Such a person would go to other strong teams. All have a chance to get the starting center position.

The third big one is the starting center in the finals. Needless to say, a weak team that lacks a center can definitely play the main center.

Needless to say about the fourth one, Yao Min, who is about to participate in the draft, is predicted to be the No. 1 pick and now has the strength of a first-class center.

According to the quality recommended by Zhao Dong, this fifth one should be usable even if it does not reach the quality of the first four. At least, judging from Bart's physical data, it is possible to be a human shield.

"Go get in touch and ask him to come to our place for a tryout." Lakers general manager Jerry West immediately said to the assistant next to him.

Firstly, he wants to find a substitute for O'Neal. Secondly, such a player has just entered the league and his salary will not be too high. If he catches it, he can not only increase the depth of his own bench, but also reduce the opportunities of other teams.

Now that O'Neal has become the dominant player under the basket, all teams aspiring to the championship are trying their best to find someone who can carry O'Neal. He knows this very well.

The Spurs and Popovich also sent people to contact them.

Likewise, the Bulls also sent people over.

In addition to these teams, many teams immediately sent people to contact Ringo Wells.

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