Bulldozer of the NBA’s Restricted Area

To be honest, Stern did not expect that Li Shengli would be so wild and directly speed up the process of this meeting, but Stern's face straightened at this moment.

"Yes, you are absolutely right, a win-win situation is the best outcome."

"But have you ever thought that it is so easy to be selected among the top 50 superstars in the league?"

"Do you think I, the president, wouldn't know that the Lakers and Celtics jointly held a summit in the middle of last year?"

"You mean...50 superstars, you asked me to be selected, so I can be selected? The Greenville Summit, if you say it can be done, we can do it?" Li Shengli's face darkened.

"Yes, you have to know that the rules are made by people, and I am the one who makes the rules!"

Stern pointed at himself. His face did not have the edge of a young man, but it was hard to refute. He continued: "Think about it, do you think it is reasonable to tear you out of the Jazz? It is obviously unreasonable, but in In the game of interests, we can make Jazz owner Larry Miller give up something."

"Similarly, do you think we can't operate the top 50 superstars?"

"Or do you think we can't find a way to dismantle your glorious summit? Yes, you can do it. This is your freedom, but I can also prevent everyone from going. Do you believe it?"

"Human nature is so bad. Everyone knows to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages. It's just that we have more resources than you. It is a simple matter to make someone bad or to make someone famous. The only difference is …Is this thing in our interests and do we need to do it?”

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this……

You bad old man, you are so bad!

The more Li Shengli looks at Stern now, the more he thinks this old man is evil!

But having said that, as the leader of the league, you must have this attitude, and Stern has done an excellent job in all aspects. Although the interests of some people have been affected in the development process, the Celtics are the biggest victims, but the fact is Go up...the Celtics are also eating the cake that the league has made bigger, and can only be regarded as a profit and a loss.

"So, this is the benefit you gave me?"

"Yes, I have given you a spot in the top 50 superstars, and also promised you a spot in the Hall of Fame. No matter how you perform in the future, it will not be difficult, and I will not organize the summit. Others cannot, but you Okay, this is the privilege I give you, and the official can even help organize it if you need it."

"nothing else?"

"Are you still not satisfied with this?"

"Nonsense, do you think I can be satisfied with this? Can it be called a benefit without real money?"

"Haha, to be honest, if Jordan were here, he would talk to me about future development, but he would not directly ask for benefits like you. Your frankness surprised me."

"That's because he has money and ideals. It's different for me. I just want to be a quiet, wealthy salted fish."

Rich salted fish? !

Stern, who was still serious at first, almost couldn't hold back his laughter.

"What a vivid metaphor, hahaha, I wish you all your wishes in advance! However... I can't give you the real money you want, and you are not qualified to eat our cake, but I promise you that in the future I will adjust your level to the same level as Jordan and try my best to open a green channel for you. As for whether the resources given to you can be converted into the money you want, that is your business! "

"Is this the end?"

"Otherwise, what else do you want?"

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What else do I want? !

Li Shengli was really convinced by Stern's face. After thinking about it carefully, he said that it was worse than farting, and farts can stink for a while. After he said this, it was really over.

"Fuck, don't write me a blank check. Give me something practical. That's why you came to me today. Don't you want to talk about the fight last night?"

"Haha, Lee, the situation is bigger." Stern smiled slightly, "I didn't want to mention such a small thing at first, because I have already told Lakers owner Buss that the penalty decision has been passed. You will return to Los Angeles today. You should get a fine."

"Tell me the specifics."

"It's very simple. Ben Wallace and John Crotty are suspended for 30 games. You are suspended for 20 games and each is fined 30,000. Don't worry about the Knicks. Their specifications are the same."

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Damn it?

Three people were banned for a total of 80 games?

What kind of punishment is this? Why did the league suddenly increase the scale of punishment for fighting so much?

As soon as Li Shengli heard the news, his face dropped, because he really didn't know how the Lakers would play in the remaining half of the season. If they couldn't even make it to the playoffs, then the management promised him all the bonuses. Take a dip.

"No, we haven't received such a heavy fine in years. How do you want us, the Lakers, to play in the next game?"

"There's nothing we can do about it. Troubled times require strict rules. If we don't punish them harshly, you won't feel it. So we must make our attitude clear from this time on."

"No need to discuss?"

"No, at least you are not qualified to discuss with me." Stern blocked all roads with one sentence, and seeing Li Shengli's expression, an old fox smile appeared on his face, "But... It’s not that I can’t be accommodating, as long as you agree to a few conditions.”

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Are there any conditions? !

Li Shengli was really crazy this time. There was no benefit from half a dime in the morning, and it was a completely loss-making business. However, Stern was still eating himself to death, and he never took advantage from the beginning to the end.

"What are the conditions?"

"First, go back and sign a no-fight clause and write it into your contract!"

"Damn, I've already signed the contract, and you still want to change my contract? Stern, you have so much authority!"

"You think I do? I really can't stand you leading the team to fights every day under my nose. Look how many troubles you have caused? Although I can't control your contract, I have already told Bass, He agreed."

No fight clause?

What the hell is this?

Li Shengli frowned.

Although the NBA has had many weird contracts over the years, contracts are not standardized. Additional terms can be added or subtracted as long as both parties agree. For example, Jordan signed a "love basketball" clause, requiring the team not to limit his injury. time to play ball.

Jordan's "love basketball clause" sounds very foreign!

But when it comes to myself, damn, the ‘no fight clause’? Who the hell do you think I am?

"You said this is the first one, so there must be a second one?"

"Of course, the second one I have already told you is that starting this offseason, our headquarters will arrange some activities for the trip to China. You need to coordinate. Of course, we will also give you a certain amount of autonomy, which is for you. award."

This is a reward, what a fart reward!

Li Shengli suppressed his anger and said, "Okay, don't talk nonsense! Just talk about the punishment that will be handed down today. If I agree to all your conditions, how far can you go to accommodate me?"

"Well...the suspension remains unchanged and the fine is waived. What do you think?"

"Damn, just a fine of 90,000 US dollars, you still want me to be a fool? No, you have to reduce all the suspended games by 10 games."

"That won't work. My only concession is a fine."

"Of course, you can say no to me, you should have the right!" Stern smiled strangely, "But maybe... I will be very unhappy. Before the punishment is handed down, I can drink a cup of coffee. I can make arrangements to add some extra stuff to a few tickets. I think you think 90,000 is a bit too little, but don’t worry, I can add more, and I also have the right!"

"You...you are still threatening me at your age?"

"Haha, you guessed it right, I am threatening you. And you...just tell me now whether you agree or not!"

"If I don't agree, will today's fine have to be upgraded?"

"That's right!"

"No more discussion?"

"No!"

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Li Shengli was gritting his teeth at this moment.

What the hell no-fight clause?

Damn it, if I don’t fight, I will find a bunch of reckless men and do the same thing in the future. Can you stop me? !

What the hell else is going on with China Tour?

You guys still dare to give me autonomy, so how can I build 1,800 Hope Primary Schools and build my beautiful motherland without asking you for money? I'm going to kill you, you bad old man!

"Hey Lee, what are you thinking about?"

"It's none of your business!"

"Don't be so grumpy. Have you agreed now?"

"Can I choose not to agree?"

"Obviously, no!" Stern waved his hand, seeming to have everything under control, and took the initiative to dissolve the meeting. "Okay, if that's the case, it's settled. You can go back to Los Angeles with the team now."