Hollywood starts with a broker

After Ray Patterson left, Aaron sat on the sofa in the living room and took a sip of wine. Was it because Michael Jordan had just experienced the pain of losing his father that it would affect his performance in the upcoming NBA season?

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So, that's why Ray Patterson was so confident?

However, among the strong teams in the NBA, besides the Chicago Bulls, there are also the New York Knicks, the Seattle SuperSonics, and the Phoenix Suns, all of which have the strength to compete for the championship!

If Aaron told them that Michael Jordan would soon announce his retirement, what expressions would they have—surprise, astonishment, disbelief?

Moreover, Aaron had just learned from Ray Patterson that the league was preparing to add two teams in the Canada region.

Currently, Toronto and Vancouver are applying to the league to form teams and join the NBA.

Currently, there are 27 teams in the league. If nothing unexpected happens, the two Canadian teams will be the Toronto Raptors and the Vancouver Grizzlies!

"What, are you going to be coming to Houston often in the future?"

Christiana Yeri sat down next to Aaron and asked.

Aaron shook his head. "I don't have that much time to come over. I'll see how it goes. I can still follow the development of the Houston Rockets in Los Angeles."

"Alright, get ready, we're going to New York."

With that, Aaron patted Christiana Yeri who was next to him!

As 'Speed' finished its run, it grossed $120 million at the North American box office and $230 million overseas, for a total global box office of $350 million.

At the same time, 'The Piano' also performed well, with $40 million in North America and $100 million overseas, achieving a high global box office of $140 million!

In early October, Michael Jordan announced his retirement on Chicago television, issuing a retirement declaration: "In the field of basketball, I already have everything. I no longer have any motivation to move forward, so it's time to end my basketball career!"

As soon as Michael Jordan's retirement declaration was issued, the outside world was in an uproar, and everyone felt it was unbelievable.

This was the God of Basketball, who had been crowned scoring champion for seven consecutive years and had helped his team win three championship trophies in a row.

Moreover, the sensation caused by Michael Jordan's retirement was too great. Within twenty-four hours of Jordan's announcement, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted 125 points, and the stock price of Nike, which he partnered with, also plummeted by 4%.

Of course, the most severely affected were definitely the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago market, after all, the Chicago Bulls' attendance rate was inseparable from Jordan!

Downtown Manhattan, West Village, in the office of Dawn New York, Jack Wells widened his eyes and put down the newspaper in his hand. "Aaron, Jordan's retirement will have a significant impact on the NBA."

"You just acquired the Houston Rockets and encountered this kind of thing?"

Aaron rolled his eyes. "Don't worry, Jordan will be back. This guy seems to have joined the minor league team of the MLB's Chicago White Sox."

"After all, the owner of the MLB Chicago White Sox and the NBA Chicago Bulls is Jerry Reinsdorf!"

Moreover, Michael Jordan's second contract with the Chicago Bulls was a long-term contract, $25 million for 8 years from 1988–1996. $25 million for 8 years was definitely low.

"I heard he likes playing baseball," Jack Wells also nodded.

Aaron touched his chin. "Is it possible to trade for Scottie Pippen?"

Jack Wells smiled. "He finally became the boss of Chicago. You want him to come and assist Hakeem Olajuwon? Impossible!"

Aaron sighed. That's right, Scottie Pippen definitely wouldn't be willing now.

But a few days ago, the Detroit Pistons had just sent out Dennis Rodman, Isaiah Morris, a 1994 second-round pick, and a 1996 first-round pick to the San Antonio Spurs in exchange for Sean Elliott and another 1996 first-round pick.

Aaron felt that he should prevent the future Big Three from gathering. When the time comes, should he first scoop up Dennis Rodman from the Spurs?

He just didn't know if his head coach, Rudy Tomjanovich, and the team's boss, Hakeem Olajuwon, could control him.

After all, Dennis Rodman was not easy to get along with, he was a troublemaker!

Aaron shook his head and stopped thinking about it. He looked at Jack Wells, "Why did you come over? Is there something you need me for?"

"Oh, it's about the naming rights for the Rockets' new stadium."

"Over there, American Airlines is willing to spend $1.7 million a year in naming fees to purchase the naming rights for the new stadium for 10 years!"

Jack Wells was sent by General Manager Ray Patterson to ask for Aaron's opinion, after all, this kind of thing had to be decided by Aaron himself.

Now, Jack Wells also holds the position of Vice President of Operations for the Chicago Bulls, anyway, the training base of Angel International Company is in Texas.

Aaron was stunned. "So cheap?"

Jack Wells shook his head. "It's not cheap anymore. The Chicago Bulls' new stadium will be completed next year, named by United Airlines, with an annual naming fee of $1.8 million for a term of 10 years!"

Currently, the Chicago Bulls' home court is still the Chicago Stadium. Starting next year, the Chicago Bulls will move to the new United Center to play.

Aaron scoffed. "Forget it then. The annual naming fee is so cheap, just call it Dawn Center Stadium."

"It can also be considered as promoting Dawn. The name American Airlines Center doesn't sound good!"

"Okay, but the budget for the new stadium is estimated to exceed $250 million," Jack Wells said with a smile.

"Your $100 million has already been credited. Currently, the club is in talks with several banks for loans, and there shouldn't be any major problems."

"Moreover, some tax exemptions from the Texas state government for the new stadium can also be obtained. I believe that with the development of the league, our pressure will not be great!"

Aaron nodded, stood up and stretched. "Then start construction as soon as possible. I hope it can be completed the year after next."

"Don't worry, no big problem," Jack Wells wasn't worried, after all, Aaron's capital injection was timely.

Construction will start next year, and a year and a half is enough to build this new stadium, the Dawn Center in downtown Houston.

"Let's go, my yacht has been renovated and is docked at the East Hampton marina in Long Island. There's a yacht party tonight!"

"Are there any beauties?"

"Nonsense, of course."

Jack Wells spread his hands. "I'm even planning to bring Uma Thurman along!"

Aaron shrugged. "Just a few models, preparing to participate in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show…"