My 1999

After agreeing, "Boss, the team's backup defender Mookie Blaylock has submitted a retirement application to us."

This person's information came to Xu Liang's mind.

This guy played point guard and was nicknamed "The Thief". He was selected by the Nets with the 12th overall pick in the 1989 draft.

After moving to the Hawks, he and "The Essence of Human Movies" Dominic Wilkins created the Atlanta Hawks' most glorious era in the 1990s.

He was also the steal leader in two areas, defended the first team twice, and defended the second team four times.

If he wasn't old, Xu Liang wouldn't have to bring in Billups.

"Promise him."

Billups comes in, and Bob Sura is the substitute at No. 1, which is basically enough to cope with the new season. If that doesn't work, Arenas can also play the No. 1 position.

As for Larry Hughes, Xu Lang plans to trade him for Billups.

This guy can play point guard, shooting guard and small forward. He is a jack-of-all-trades. He can be a main rotation player in an ordinary team, and he can be used in exchange for Billups.

"Also, if you lay off Cedric Henderson and Dean Garrett, with more than 3 million US dollars in middle-class blue-collar money, the performance is worse than that of a water cooler with more than 300,000 US dollars to guard Dean - Oliver."

Saving $6 million, you can sign a top blue-collar player, or a veteran like Mutombo and Mookie Blaylock who can still squeeze out a few ounces of oil.

"clear."

"How's the discussion going with the head coach?" Xu Liang continued to ask.

"At the beginning, Tom Thibodeau was a little hesitant, but when we increased the salary to 3.5 million, he agreed."

Xu Liang nodded.

There is no one in this world who does not love money.

"Has the time for the lottery meeting been determined?"

"It has been confirmed. May 19th, there is still half a month left." Gordon said quickly.

Xu Liang nodded and said, "You can go out with me tomorrow."

"OK."

——

"Mr. Xu, this is it."

Looking out through the car window.

A community that was already a bit old in his eyes came into view.

Of course, in this day and age, it's not bad to live in this place.

"Let's go."

After getting out of the car with Lu Hui, Rick Gordon quickly followed.

After pressing the elevator to the ninth floor, Lu Hui stepped forward and knocked on the door of 902.

Not long after, I heard footsteps coming from far and near.

"who?"

A slightly wary voice sounded.

Lu Hui said quickly: "Hello, I am Lu Hui, the Warriors representative who has contacted you before."

Click.

The door opens.

A tall middle-aged woman appeared in front of everyone.

Lu Hui stretched out her right hand towards the other party.

"Hello, Ms. Fang, I am Lu Hui, the NBA Warriors representative who contacted you before. This is our boss Xu Liang." Lu Hui said.

"Hello, Ms. Fang." Xu Liang smiled and extended his right hand to the other party.

"Hello, hello." He quickly stepped aside to get out of the way, "Please come in quickly."

"Thanks."

Everyone filed in.

When I came to the living room, I quickly saw two tall 'giants' next to me.

Xu Liang's eyes quickly fixed on the tall figure who was very familiar, obviously much younger and much slimmer.

The current ‘Great Wall of China’ is still a shy young man.

Xu Liang took two steps forward. At 1.83 meters tall, he raised his head and spoke to someone for the first time.

"Mr. Yao, I am Xu Liang, the owner of the NBA Warriors."

Seeing the other person's right hand that he extended out, Yao Zhiyuan quickly took it.

"Hello, hello. This is my son Yao Ming."

"I've seen you play and you have the potential to become an NBA superstar."

Yao Ming was flattered and thanked him repeatedly.

He is only 22 years old now, so young.

"This is Mr. Lu Hao, Yao Ming's agent."

Yao Zhiyuan pointed to the young man next to him who was wearing a black suit and black-rimmed glasses.

Xu Liang is not familiar with the people on Yao's team, but as the head power forward of the Magic City Oriental Team, it is certain to have an agent.

"Hello, Mr. Lu."

Lu Hao quickly stretched out his hands to hold Xu Liang's right hand. People in the Yao family may not know much about Xu Liang. But he knew very well what kind of super rich man and business tycoon he was in front of him.

There is only one Chinese in the world who dares to show off to Larry Ellison.

"Mr. Xu, it's a great honor to meet you."

"Everyone, please sit down." Fang Fengdi asked everyone to sit down.

Xu Liang smiled and continued: "Mr. Yao, I believe our purpose of coming. My secretary has made it very clear to you."

Yao Zhiyuan nodded.

In fact, they have asked friends in the system to inquire about Xu Liang's identity, the current situation of the NBA Warriors, and Lu Hao's information.

It was finally confirmed that the other party was indeed the owner of the Warriors.

It's just that they still find it hard to believe that there are actually rich people in China running NBA teams.

"Mr. Xu, thank you very much for your high regard for Yao Ming, but now he is from the Shanghai Oriental Team. Even if we are willing, the team and the Basketball Association will not let him go."

Yao Zhiyuan felt a little bitter.

With his true heart, he is of course willing to let his son go to a higher level league.

But the domestic system is like this, and you can’t just get out if you want to.

"You don't need to worry about this. We will arrange a dedicated team to contact the team and the Basketball Association, and the two parties will negotiate and resolve this matter." Xu Liang said.

Isn’t it just money? Just give it.

No matter how much the team and the Basketball Association ask for, it can't compare to how much he earns from the Warriors.

Yao Zhiyuan's face showed joy and he said quickly.

"If that can be the case, that would be great." After a pause, "But I also want to ask, if Yao Ming is allowed to participate in this year's NBA draft, will you select him with a first-round pick?

After selection, how to cultivate? "

"Mr. Yao, the Warriors' record of 21 wins and 61 losses this year ranks last in the league. In terms of the probability of the draft lottery, the Warriors' probability of winning the No. 1 pick is 22.5%.

If we get the No. 1 pick, we will use the No. 1 pick to select Yao Ming. "

"real?!"

Yao Zhiyuan said happily.

Next to them, Lu Hao, Fang Fengdi and Yao Ming also had happy smiles on their faces.

They all know the NBA draft and know the importance of the No. 1 pick.

"Of course, I can assure you. Moreover, Yao Ming is a center, and our Warriors do not have a very good player at the center position. As soon as Yao Ming comes in, he can become our absolute main force at the 5th position.

And we will hire professional coaches for him to continue to develop his abilities and help him gain a foothold in the NBA. These commitments can be written into the contract.

I believe that a team with a Chinese owner is definitely the most suitable choice for Yao Ming to enter the NBA. "

Yao Zhiyuan felt the sincerity of Xu Liang's fists.

"Mr. Xu, we all feel your sincerity. If the team and the Basketball Association let you go, there will be no problem on our side."

Xu Liang smiled and said: "Thank you, I believe we will not let you down."

After finishing his words, he raised his hand.

"This is Mr. Rick Gordon, the general manager of our Warriors. He will lead the company's negotiation team and be fully responsible for Yao Ming's transfer. If you have anything, you can call him."

Rick Gordon smiled and nodded to the Yao family.

Xu Liang stood up.

"Okay, that's done, it's time for us to say goodbye."

"Mr. Xu, please stay for dinner. The family has bought groceries." Fang Fengdi said quickly.

Xu Liang smiled and shook his head, "Thank you, but no need. My company still has things to deal with, and we will have dinner together after the draft. ...Mr. Yao, you can consider adding an agent to Yao Ming."

Although Mr. Lu Hao is excellent, you don't know the United States, so Yao Ming still needs an agent who is familiar with the American sports world and business rules. "

Lu Hao's expression changed, but he wasn't angry at all.

He is indeed unfamiliar with American business rules.

"Thank you, we will seriously consider it." Yao Zhiyuan said.

Xu Liang nodded slightly and said no more.

He walked up to Yao Ming and extended his right hand to him again.

The latter quickly grasped it.

"The Warriors are rebuilding, and you are the inside pillar we selected, the core of the team. I believe you can succeed in the NBA."

"I will work hard to live up to your expectations." Yao Ming said nervously.

After smiling and nodding, Xu Liang turned around.

"Mr. Yao, let's take our leave then."

"I'll see you off."

After leaving Yao's house, he returned to the car.

"Rick, get busy with the transfer first. We'll talk about Yao Ming after the draw."

Having a No. 1 pick will be more convincing.

"Understood, boss."

Back at the hotel where he was staying, Rick Gordon got busy.

The Warriors are rebuilding this season, and there are a lot of things going on. As the general manager, he can't even think about taking a break in the past few months.

——

"Is it this flight?" Xu Liang said.

"Miss Qiao said this is the flight." Lu Hui said quickly.

Xu Liang nodded and said nothing more, staring at the VIP exit.

It didn't take long, and sure enough, Qiao Yuhui appeared in his eyes wearing a khaki long belted windbreaker, a black T-shirt, black trousers, long wavy hair, and high heels.

Xu Liang smiled and stepped forward to greet him.

He held the beautiful woman in his arms without any scruples.

"I feel a little thinner than last time."

Qiao Yuhui's pretty face turned red, "Let me go quickly, there are many people watching."

Xu Liang said kindly, "Let's go, the hotel has been prepared for you."

The two get in the car.

The secretaries and bodyguards brought by Qiao Yuhui also got into the car.

A convoy of five Audis left the airport and headed towards the Shangri-La Hotel where Xu Liang was staying.

Haven’t seen it for a long time, so of course I have to work hard.

A few hours passed, and Qiao Yuhui didn't stop until her strength was completely exhausted.

After the two took a shower, they went to the bed and lay down.

Leaning in Xu Liang's arms, feeling the long-lost warmth and sense of security, Qiao Yu's transparent body would feel laziest from the inside out.

"Delong hasn't let go yet?" Xu Liang asked.

"Tang Wanxin has always stressed that Huiyuan is not for sale and will not let go. I also have a headache. I flew here this time to talk to him in person."

Xu Liang nodded slightly, "Have you made an appointment with him?"

"I just arrived in the Magic City and haven't had time yet."

"I'll go with you then."

"Um."