Legendary Basketball Tycoon

The press conference of the Tianhan Empire Consortium quickly spread throughout the United States.

Many people are starting to move around. No, there are businessmen, team owners, media reporters, and of course others.

It's like the crocodile sees the food he likes and rushes to bite it frantically.

The merchants came here for nothing more than profit, and wanted to see if they could let the Tianhan Empire Consortium buy their own things.

The team owner came here to sell the team to the big idiot Bruce.

Media reporters just have nothing to do, so they will guard you and see how big things you can do.

In the office of the president of the Tianhan Empire Financial Group, Liu Yu had to meet an important person-Stu Jackson.

Yesterday, I received a call from my old friend Stern. After learning about the situation, he rushed to New York by plane, just to give the new boss a good impression.

"Mr. Jackson, please sit down."

Stu Jackson sat down, still a little nervous, after all, the interviewers were like this.

"You can call me Stu."

"Okay, then I will call you Stu from now on. I don’t like those twists and turns, so I’ll just say it directly. You were introduced by President Stern. I believe in your ability. You also know that I am in the United States. It’s not long, so you will be responsible for all subsequent operations after I leave, do you understand?"

"Then little boss, what do I need to do?"

"You can also call me Bruce. From now on I will call this English name during my stay in the United States."

"Mr. Stu, I now formally appoint you as the president of the team. Responsible for managing the entire team's work, including public relations, finances, and business negotiations."

Stu nodded his head, thinking that he was equivalent to the general manager of a team. After all, in the 90s, there was a difference between the president of operations and the general manager. They all had multiple roles, and some teams were exercised by the head coach. Such a right.

Actually, there is still a difference between the president of operations and the general manager. The above explained the president of operations. What does the general manager do? He is mainly responsible for the basketball operations of the team. For example, we are most familiar with drafts and transactions. (Different teams may have different titles, such as BasketballStaff. In short, they are responsible for basketball affairs.)

To put it bluntly, it means that the president is in charge of the outside and the general manager is in charge of the inside.

The reason why Liu Yu did this is to separate the operating president from the general manager. They are directly under the jurisdiction of the boss. The operating president cannot participate in the draft, transaction renewal and other internal matters; the general manager is only responsible for these, other such as publicity Oh, public relations, I can't get involved either.

Liu Yu explained the difference between the two to Stu Jackson. Stu also knew that his rights would be taken away. If the team does not perform well in the future, there is no need to take responsibility. Although he still feels a little uncomfortable, he still feels uncomfortable. Well, anyway, it's all in transition, not necessarily staying here forever.

"Let's go, Stu, let's go to the league headquarters to meet with the team bosses, and we will come back to sign the contract when the team is confirmed."

When I went to the NBA headquarters this time, Lao Liu didn’t follow. Lao Liu also had his own mission. He took Angel and Zhang Chao, assistant to the president, who had no formal work and only had lawyer certificates, to invest in stocks in major companies and prepare for the nation’s madness. run.

You don’t think you let the kiddo sign the contract. Is the contract valid?

Liu Yu took Stu Jackson and four bodyguards to the door of the NBA headquarters.

The second visit was nothing to Liu Yu, but the managers in the alliance headquarters were full of love when they saw him. They were so cute. All female employees wanted to hug Liu Yu. In fact, Liu Yu was also relatively handsome when he was young, but he got crooked afterwards, haha.

Asked by the president’s assistant to the conference room, Stern invited the team’s management to participate in the expansion meeting. This time basically all the bosses appeared on the scene. Some mainly looked at this gifted child, and some wanted to make friends. , Maybe we can form an alliance in the future.

As soon as I entered, oh, all the big guys looked at Bruce.

Bruce looked at the battles, no less than the roundtable meeting of King Arthur in the Middle Ages, to see what people were inside, "dictator" Stern; the world's top super-rich Microsoft shareholder Paul Allen; the future Cruise tycoon Mickey Allison; Jazz boss Gail Miller; Chicago Bulls boss Jerry Reinsdorf; Seattle SuperSonics boss Barry Ackley; of course, there is also the shame of future league bosses. Boat owner Donald Sterling; Lakers owner Old Buss is also here.

It really saves me face, Bruce only glanced at these people, and will deal with them in the future.

"Gentlemen! Let's welcome the new members who have been in the limelight recently and want to join our alliance!" A hint of surprise flashed in Stern's eyes. Why didn't he bring him here? Could it be that he took over so soon? After thinking about it without a trace, with his iconic smile, he looked at the rich people on the conference table, made an inviting gesture, and clapped first!

"Thank you!" Bruce was a little excited and Stu Jackson sat in the chair following the guidance of the assistant president. When the boss and managers in the room applauded, Bruce smiled and agreed to them!

"Everyone must already know that, Bruce is going to participate in the expansion of the army and join the NBA family. The city of expansion is in New York."

When Stern finished speaking, he sat down and looked at the people on the conference table quietly.

When these wealthy people heard it, it’s not right. Didn’t they say that it’s good to acquire the team? How did it change to the expansion? Some team owners criticized in their hearts that I brought the team's information. You just said that it was an expansion rather than an acquisition. Play with me! (Equivalent to taking off my pants, you show me this)

A rich person like Paul Allen has never thought about it that way. He just wondered how the Knicks boss didn’t say anything, and he had set up a camp on your turf. You can bear it.

Of course, I can’t bear it, but now the Knicks are not in charge of James Dolan. James Dolan would not have thought that the acquisition of the Knicks would only cost a mere 30 million US dollars. The current management of the Knicks is also relatively chaotic, and there is no excess. The mind to deal with this matter, plus Stern greeted the Knicks boss overnight, it shows that it's a big deal. No, just sit still and say hello.

After waiting for a while, it was mainly because the owners of each team were discussing in a low voice.

The calm was finally broken. There were those who could not speak up, and of course there would be opposition. Our stingy Mr. Donald Sterling was the first to bear the brunt. He originally discriminated against the yellow race, so it is even more impossible for the other party to succeed.

"I object. There has never been a foreigner in the NBA. Why is he just a nouveau riche?"

Stern smiled and didn't answer, just glanced at Bruce, meaning: please, please start your performance.

Bruce knew that this level was not so good, but it was inevitable that he would be out of tune if he had to confront the lunatic, and he would slowly pick up the opponent in the future. Bruce still had a bit of a grudge.

Bruce rolled his eyes and knew that he couldn't fight against these rich men. These rich men were smart people, and they weren't opponents of these rich men just by debating, so he had to go slant and find another way.

"Then let me talk about the benefits of joining the NBA. First of all, because of my current exposure, I attract the attention of most of the media in the United States. If I join the league, I can increase the league's influence."

"Secondly, I am originally from China. Everyone should know what status of China is in Asia. Why President Stern went to Yanjing to promote the NBA is to look at the market of China, because the president knows that China has a huge potential and there are more than ten countries in China. Hundreds of millions of people, do you know what this means? It means the market. The bigger the market, the more money everyone makes."

"In the end, you will definitely say that the Chinese people will definitely support you. If you have benefits, you will surely take it away. I don’t deny that I do have this advantage. But don’t forget, there are not many people in the NBA in China. I know, I only know that there is a super strong player in the United States called Jordan. I don't know which teams in other leagues, let alone the players of the team."

"If I mainly promote the NBA and open up the Chinese market. Let more people in China like the sport of basketball, plus the introduction of Chinese players in the draft, all of you can become a favorite team of Chinese people. At that time, those sponsorships, broadcasts and so on will follow."

"Also, after falling asleep, the NBA can arrange several teams to play preseason games in China every year after the stable promotion of NBA in China. This will improve the team and increase the popularity of the team, right?"

I have to say that this is a genius idea. In 90 years, who would have thought of going abroad to play preseason games.

Bruce continued to talk about his grand plan for the benefits of entering the NBA.

Stern was pleasantly surprised to watch Xiao Budian play his thoughts at the table. He didn't interrupt Bruce's speech. He had already started filing for the pre-season game he just proposed to go abroad. After the meeting, he prepared to discuss with other executives in the league.

Stu Jackson, who was sitting next to Bruce, was also deeply shocked. It's not a shame to be a child prodigy. I dare not talk so much in front of such a big guy.

At the meeting, other rich men were also considering the rationality of what Bruce said. Yes, businessmen are seeking profits. Of course it is best to have money. Only fools will push the money out. There are so many advantages for this Chinese to join the alliance, if they oppose it. Firstly, I can’t make so much by myself. At least I can bring my team to China, and the income is not so fast. Secondly, it is very possible to offend Stern, although Stern was hired by them to manage it, and the management is pretty good. , If it really irritates Stern, it would be troublesome for him to make some tricks in the draft or trade, and it's not worthwhile.

Finally, Bruce finished the announcement and sat down angrily. I talked for a long time, but you watched me acting like a fool, right? I'm not taking care of it anymore. Do you like it?

Everyone laughed, still childish, but no wonder, after all, he was only 6 years old and his temperament was not mature yet.

Paul Allen likes Bruce very much, and he especially likes his cleverness. He is also a genius with a high IQ, so let's cherish it with one heart.

He smiled at Bruce and said: "I agree that Bruce enters the alliance through army expansion."

Mickey Allison and Paul Allen are old friends, and they raised their hands in support.

"Okay! We also welcome this little boss who brings us profits, haha!" Several of the bosses who were waiting and watching gave their answers in turn.

"agreed, agreed!"

A voice of agreement was uttered from the bosses and managers of the teams. Even Donald Sterling, who was the first to oppose, had raised his right hand and expression on his face, which had clearly informed Bruce of his expansion plan. Passed!

"Okay! Now that the gentlemen have made their own decision!" Stern smiled and walked to Bruce's side, gently pulled him up, and then exclaimed: "Let us welcome the youngest NBA boss to join us. Our big family!"

"Bruce, you won't be able to catch up with the draft this year, or you will expand into the league next year."

Stern said to Bruce kindly.

"Dear presidents and gentlemen, I am going to officially enter the NBA in 1992. I need to make preparations in the past two years, such as venues, office centers and other places."

Bruce said politely.

"Alright, let’s set it in 1992. Gentlemen, today’s meeting will be over. After a while, Bruce, you will come to my office to discuss the team’s stadium and office center. I met in Manhattan. Many people may be able to help you."

After speaking, he got up and left the meeting room.

Uncle Si is so domineering, he just leaves.

Seeing that things were successfully completed, Bruce hurriedly stood up out of the idea of ​​establishing a good relationship with these bosses, shook hands with everyone in turn, accepted everyone's blessings and left contact information.

Before leaving, Paul Allen said to Bruce: "You have time to come to Seattle before you return to China. I will invite you to dinner when I arrive."

"Okay, I will definitely visit you."

To be honest, Bruce really paid tribute to this rich man. His previous life Paul Allen made much contribution to the city of Seattle. He didn’t like football himself. In order to have his own local football team in Seattle, he paid for the Seattle Seahawks. If it weren’t for Barry Ackley, the current Supersonic owner, to not sell, he would not buy the Portland Trail Blazers closest to Seattle. This is a respectable man.

Donald and Old Buss walked together, neither of them liked Bruce, but they wouldn't have trouble with money, so they just said hello and left.

The last one was SuperSonic boss Akly, Bruce blocked his way, and Akley looked at Bruce in a puzzled way.

"Mr. Ackley, please wait a minute."

"Bruce, do you have anything to do?"

"That's it, Mr. Ackley, I have a business I want to talk to you."

Surprisingly, Ackley didn't know any business opportunities to cooperate with Bruce.

"What time?"

"I will talk to Mr. Ackley in Seattle before I leave the United States."

"Then I'll wait for you to come." After speaking, he left directly.

"Let's go, let's go to President Stern's office, the president is still waiting for us."

Bruce said to Stu Jackson.