NBA: Start with 2 billion, buy the Knicks

Chapter 271: Fire in the backyard! Durant poaching my people? Knicks crisis!

"The driving force behind the Chinese team's quarterfinals: Jiang Chao!"

"Boss Jiang’s feelings about family and country!"

Jiang Chao has become popular again after the quarterfinals of this men's basketball team. The reason is that an article about him on reddit seems to be from the team of the beautiful reporter Zhang Yiyuan.

To put it simply, it means how many players in this Chinese team were selected or trained by Jiang Chao. Yi Jianlian, Sun Yue, and Kyle Anderson were all trained in the Knicks.

The reason why substitutes Guo Ailun and Ding Yanyuhang suddenly joined the national team may also have something to do with Jiang Chao.

Also, coach Messina, who was known as the King of Europe before playing Lithuania, personally came to give guidance to the Chinese team. Can Jiang Chao not be helpful in cheating the Chinese team with such krypton gold?

In fact, they didn't know that Gong Luming was also strongly promoted by Jiang Chao, but in order to weaken Jiang Chao's role, the Basketball Association just found an excuse to dismiss Guo Shiqiang when they lost to Angola in the warm-up match, and Gong Luming took over.

They don't want Jiang Chaogong to shock the master.

Jiang Chao didn't mean that either. His starting point was simple, just to make the Chinese team excited!

As for fame and fortune, he doesn't care, otherwise this article about the big boss behind the scenes and the driving force behind it would have been written by himself and pinned to the top of every major forum...

The World Championships belonging to the Chinese men's basketball team is over.

But the national team journey for this group of people has just begun.

Li Kai has officially integrated into this big family, and he will not feel like leaving, because when he returns to the NBA, he is also playing under a Chinese boss, and he also has men's basketball big brothers like Yi Jianlian around him, so he can still do it when he is free. Go to the Development League to play with Sun Yue.

However, Sun Yue's own momentum was not enough after completing the "mission" of the World Cup. He was older and knew that it was impossible for him to play in the NBA again, so he said goodbye to Jiang Chao two days after playing in the semi-finals.

He will not sign with the nbdl team next season, but will accept the invitation from the Imperial Shougang Men's Basketball Team and return to the CBA to play.

"Everyone has his own dream, and it will be wonderful, so go for it."

"Thank you for training me last season, otherwise I wouldn't be so good at this year's World Cup!"

Sun Yue has made more progress in one year in New York than in one year with the Lakers. He also wants to gain fame and wealth when he goes to the CBA. It’s time to lead the team to win the CBA championship. Moreover, the price offered by the Imperial Men’s Basketball Team is beyond his reach. The kind that refuses.

"It's okay, CBA will look good next year."

Jiang Chao hugged Sun Dasheng. His purpose was actually to train him for a year for the World Cup. The result was pretty good. He made it to the quarterfinals on a broken bowl!

However, the fans of the broken bowl country are obviously not convinced. It is a shame to be defeated by the Chinese team.

After the Chinese team lost to Spain, they were ridiculed in various ways, and posts were posted on reddit and super god forums saying that Jiang Chao bribed the referee and so on.

Some people also say that naturalization is not orthodox, that the Chinese team cheated, that Lithuania was careless, etc... There are a lot of reasons, which seem familiar, because when the Chinese team loses, domestic netizens also make excuses like this.

Everyone thought that Jiang Chao would not pay attention to these rubbish words, but unexpectedly Jiang Chao actually replied on Twitter:

"If you want to challenge us to come to the NBA and play the Knicks, I will break your broken bowls one by one! In competitive sports, food is the original sin."

Murder and heart-wrenching!

This means that we can win you once, or we can win you a hundred times!

Valanciunas, who was only 18 years old this year and failed to join the national team: "Okay, you wait!!"

The young and energetic Kyle Anderson, who led the Chinese team to the top 8, has a bright future. He responded in a leadership style on Twitter:

"I'm waiting for you!"

…

When bidding farewell to the national team at Jiang Chao Airport, Gong Luming brought a piece of news, that is, domestic Du Feng and Li Nan chose to retire with confidence after seeing the hope of the men's basketball team rekindled. From then on, the national team no longer had Chinese Du Feng and Li Nan.

Xiao Li's flying knife.

Jiang Chao knew the meaning of Gong Lu's name.

Coach Gong is also older. He actually prefers the life of making tea and reading newspapers in the office. Moreover, the assistant coaches of this men's basketball coaching staff are basically crooked, so he will definitely have to train his own coaching team in the future.

Sure enough, Director Gong also touched his head and said that these two meritorious players of the national team also expressed their desire to be coaches in the future, and proposed that they would like to learn from Director Gong.

Having said that, I must have thought of going to the United States to study. Everyone knows how strong the Knicks coaching staff is.

Therefore, Jiang Chao also said that he would ask Du Feng and Li Nan to report to the Knicks coaching staff before the preseason and learn from the Knicks coaching staff. The money will naturally be paid by the Basketball Association. There is no way to learn skills without paying.

"Okay, I will definitely apply for this fund, and I would like to thank you on behalf of both of them!"

…

One week later.

New York.

Jiang Chao watched the World Championship finals while holding Liu Yan in his office.

There is no doubt about it.

The final result was that the United States defeated Spain and won the championship.

At this moment, the free market begins to officially change!!

Because the stars of the American team have finished playing in the World Championships, all that’s left is to think about their own affairs in the NBA!!

While Jiang Chao was preparing to watch a show and contact the stars.

Unexpectedly, there was a fire in the backyard!!

Messina, who rushed back from Europe, urgently delivered a piece of news:

"Gallinari was poached by Thunder management during the World Championships!!!"

"ha???"

"Didn't the U.S. team play against us in Italy in the quarterfinals? After the game, Durant and Westbrook went to have dinner with Gallinelli, the Italian scoring champion and our team's forward, and successfully persuaded him to join the Thunder!"

"Oh... I think I've seen this scene before!"

"Boss, what are you talking about?"

"It's okay, okay, tell me in detail?"

Jiang Chao was a little uneasy. After all, this was the first time he had experienced one of his own being poached. He had always poached others, and he had never seen a fire in the backyard.

But Manager Du is Manager Du. In the 2020 World Cup in later generations, he also convinced Mills after playing with Australia and directly let Mills join the Nets. At that time, Mills was with the Spurs, which he loved so much.

It can be seen that although Shubao Du has an average personality, his affinity and lobbying skills are really good.

"You god of death, and Mr. Pu, how dare you poach my people!"

Messina explained the situation in detail. One is that the Thunder's lineup is too short of shooters. Chandler and Westbrook are both unstable shooting points, including Nate and others, who do not have stable 3-point ability.

The most accurate player on the team is their leader Durant, but Durant needs to kill and he won't take so many three-pointers.

Therefore, the Thunder have actually been looking for wing shooters in the market.

There is also the reason just mentioned. Durant, Westbrook and Gallinelli happened to be at the World Championships, stayed in the same hotel, and played against each other in the same game. First come first, first come first.

I am sure my thoughts will be shaken.

After all, the people who came to convince him were representatives of the league's leading scorers and explosive guards! Playing with them would be the level of the Western Conference Finals.

Gallinelli's three-year rookie contract has just expired, and this year is a player option. The Knicks always thought that he would exercise the last year's player option and compete with the team.

As a result, he just let his agent get the news today that he is about to jump out of his contract and sign with the Thunder.

"You ask him to call me."

"He seemed a little embarrassed and asked me to hand you a letter. You must read it first."

"Okay, you call the young marshal over, I'll take a look first."

Jiang Chao entered the office and frowned slightly.

A personal letter from Gallinelli?

Usually it is basically irreversible by this point.

In fact, Messina is even more sad. They are both Italians. Leaving the Knicks means that he loses a partner in the Knicks. He also hopes to cultivate Gallinari.

"Okay, I'll call the management over."

This matter is also a big deal for the Knicks. Recently, everyone followed the boss to pay attention to the World Championships. The last first-round pick of the Dolan era was gone, and Jiang Chao was left behind. This still needs to be considered.

"Tsk tsk tsk."

Jiang Chao motioned to Liu Yan to open the envelope and rubbed her temples.

"What's wrong?"

"Galinelli is leaving, eh."

"Ah?? Won't he stay and help us?" Liu Yan quickly opened the envelope and stood behind Jiang Chao, using the stockings on her thighs to support Jiang Chao as a pillow and gently kneading Jiang Chao.

Temple.

"I don't know either. He plays tough and can play singles in all five positions. He has three-pointers and breakthroughs. It's not bad." Jiang Chao is talking about the beauties of the future small ball era. This is someone who has been earning an annual salary of 20 million.

Tiger balm.

Although he was overshadowed by Turk Drew in the Knicks last year, if he executes the last year of his rookie contract this year, it will definitely be useful, okay?

"Let's take a look at what's written in the letter first."

Jiang Chao unfolded it, with the scent of ink, it was really written by Gallinari on the spot.

First, there is a lyrical paragraph, thanking Jiang Chao for not trading him last year and for encouraging him afterwards, etc.

In the end, he apologized and said sorry many times that he could not continue with this team that he loved and loved.

He also stated the reasons directly and honestly, very honestly. One of them was guessed by Jiang Chao. Originally, Turk Drew's words were fine. Gallinelli also averaged more than 15 minutes of playing time per game last season.

But this year you drafted another forward in the lottery. The 17th pick was the young coach's trusted forward, and the second-round pick also included a forward from Jiang Chao's national team...

Plus the Italian Cannon himself, that’s 5 small forwards!

What else are you playing with?

Gallinelli probably always had a feeling in his heart that he was not chosen by Jiang Chao himself, so he directly said that he would leave time to young people. If he went to the Thunder, the coach and General Manager would allow him to play time.

This may indirectly mean that if the Knicks promise him playing time, he will play for another year.

After all, a player's career is so precious and should be cherished every year. Gallinelli is not a weak player. He needs a stage to show himself.

This point still convinced Jiang Chao. Indeed, if George and Haywood come out in the future, Jiali will no longer be in Jiang Chao's territory, or he can only gain weight to play the power forward position.

In the future, small forwards need to be fast and flexible. The reason why Jiali has been wandering around in different teams is because he is not fast enough and flexible enough. He can score and have many skills, but it is not good for him to defend and play at critical moments.

So the reason here is correct. Jiang Chao is indeed a little partial to the person he chose, mainly because he knows that George's future achievements will be much higher than Gallinelli's.

These two people will actually lead the Thunder team in the future, and Jiang Chao knows what the result will be. Gallinari's version is a bad team, and George's version is playoff level.

Then there is another reason: Thunder's Serbian center Nenad Kostic and Swiss defender Thabo Sefolosha are his friends. Of course... these are probably friends he has played with in international competitions, which is one more reason.

That’s all.

Jiang Chao laughed out loud at the end.

"What's wrong?" Liu Yan quickly looked down and then clicked her tongue in disdain.

really.

The end of all things is money.

Still giving too much.

The new contract offered to him by President Trump is 17 million for three years, which is basically irresistible for a mid-level player. If he continues his rookie contract with the Knicks, he will only get 2.3 million US dollars next season.

It is also unknown whether the Knicks will renew the contract in advance or match Gallinari's contract. This requires data to support. Don't look at Jiang Chao as a harmless person, he will really be the king of price reduction by then.

Obviously Gallinari's team or President Trump also brainwashed Gallinari about this matter.

Rather than following these guys to the playoffs, you also have to consider your own future.

"No wonder I terminated my contract with Mr. Luo a few days ago."

Jiang Chao touched his senior sister's jade hand and motioned for her to rub his shoulders.

Luo Ye, one of the four heroes who blocked the door a few days ago, has completely withdrawn from the stage of history. The Thunder did not choose to renew his contract, and he is also counting down to retirement.

This freed up more than 5 million in space for the Thunder, just enough for Gallinelli.

And please note that the Wang Zhao Combination is still in the welfare period of the rookie contract, so the space is very healthy.

But if the Thunder don't make it to the championship next year, the Thunder's salary will explode next offseason. That's when they'll be in trouble. By then, Westbrook and Du Shaoke will have 100% maximum salary extensions.

But this has nothing to do with Jiang Chao. He only knows that the Thunder can now offer such a mid-level contract to Gallinelli.

"Chao, the coaches are here." Liu Yan heard the movement outside, adjusted her shorts, and the blush faded from her face.

"Okay, let's go to the conference room."

…

"Should we renew the contract in advance to keep him?"

The coaching staff started a discussion based on this topic, that is, whether to match the Thunder's offer and renew Gallinelli's contract in advance.

There is absolutely space.

It just depends on whether you want it or not.

The coaching staff is all talking. Some say that George has not yet tested his quality and can keep Gallinelli for another year. Others say that he will definitely not renew his contract for one year, but three years is too long. Of course, there are also considerations about next year.

Turk Drew's contract expires and is not renewed...

Finally Jiang Chao muttered:

"I have already written a handwritten letter. In fact, there is no room for maneuver. I can't stop you from leaving. I wish you all the best."

"Okay, I agree."

After Jiang Chao said this, everyone thought about it and agreed. Gallinelli is indeed not a necessary choice. He is not the core of the Knicks' tactics. It is not the Knicks' style to lick him back.

"I wish you a happy future in the Thunder, come on!"

After Jiang Chao personally sent this text message to Gallinelli, Gallinelli signed it immediately in Oklahoma City.

Being in the Knicks is ideal.

In the Thunder, he has both money and ideals. Why is he waiting for a reply from the Knicks? He is still reluctant to let go of this relationship. Otherwise, there is no need to tell him, he can just jump out of the contract and be done with it.

Now it's like breaking up peacefully, so we can get together and part ways.

…

2 hours later.

"Galinelli jumped out of his rookie contract and signed a three-year contract with the Thunder"

"The Knicks' strongman was poached! It's the Thunder again!"

"4 Former Knicks Players on the Thunder Team!"

The Knicks family is downsizing!!

Maybe it was fate, maybe President Pu and Gallinelli had something to talk about.

President Pu, who wanted Gallinelli last season, finally got this Italian cannon!

Jiang Chao could only sigh helplessly after seeing the news. In fact, why didn't he trade Gallinelli last year? He could have traded Galinelli and Tim Thomas for Artest or something like that. Everyone asked him at the time

price.

But he felt better and didn't want Gallinelli to wander around like later generations. In 2019, he was named by General Manager Pokerton to leave the Clippers in George's trade.

As luck would have it, his career has been sluggish.

In February 2011, Gallinari was sent to the Nuggets by the Knicks in a three-way trade involving Anthony. You must know that he was Dolan's treasure back then, and he was the only backcourt player with a positive plus-minus value.

During the 2017 offseason, Gallinari was involved in a three-party trade and was sent to the Clippers.

After experiencing frequent injuries in the 2017-18 season, he returned with full blood in the 2018-19 season. He played 68 games and his scoring average rose to 19.8 points per game, setting a new career high.

In March 2019, he also scored 20 points in 9 consecutive games, also setting a career record.

Gallinari didn't stop wandering.

In the first round of 2019, the Nets and Clippers competed against each other, performing miracles for civilian teams and winning the favor of superstars at the same time.

In the deal involving Paul George, Gallinari and Alexander were sent to the Thunder together.

But in fact, Oklahoma City is just a transitional one. President Pu saw that he was affecting the performance and sent him away directly!!!

At the end of November 2020, he was sent to the Eagles again.

In Atlanta, Gallinari reached the conference finals for the first time in his career, and he did not sit back and enjoy the success.

In the tiebreaker of the second round of the Eastern Conference in 2021, Gallinari first stole Embiid 41 seconds before the end, and rushed to the frontcourt to perform a explosive dunk; 25 seconds before the end, Embiid's three-pointer bounced out of the frame, and Gallinari

He grabbed another rebound and made 2 of 2 free throws, becoming the hero of the Hawks' advancement to the Eastern Conference Finals.

In 2022, he was traded to the Celtics again...

It was precisely because he knew that his career was wandering that Jiang Chao wanted to give him a home.

Is there nothing we can do about this fate? In order to untie the bell, the person who tied it has to go round and round and go to Thunder again?

"Best wishes!"

On the Knicks' official website, Liu Yan also posted an article thanking Gallinelli for his contribution over the past two seasons, indicating that the two parties broke up amicably.

The Thunder officially welcomed the addition of Gallinelli.

Gallinelli updated Twitter: "Thank you for everything New York City! You have been my home for the past year and I will never forget it. Best of luck to the Knicks and fans. Oklahoma City, here I come!

"

Just talking about the past year does not mention at all which year Dolan chose him!

The breakup should be decent. The entire Knicks team sent Gallinari farewell on Twitter and said they would see him next year.

There are only George, Hayward, and Kyle Lee here. I am really happy... After all, there is one less direct competitor, so it is them who will divide the time!!

Turk Drew doesn't care, he just laments that the NBA is not all about money.

He is very determined to execute the contract for the next year. He must do something with the Knicks and will not go out to get a higher contract!

And because of the Knicks' performance in letting go of the 2008 lottery pick so easily this time.

Still got sprayed decisively.

Old fans still have feelings for this handsome and tough white forward.

"This does not match the quotation?? More than 20 million space is left to eat shit??"

"Other teams are operating, what are you doing?"

"Sean Marks dismissed!"

"Stop playing tricks, boss. The Chinese team is not the Knicks. It is impossible for the Chinese team to be poached. The Knicks will have internal riots!"

"Isn't this Mr. Pu so disgusting?"

"Yeah, just taking advantage of our Knicks?"

"Give us back Nate, Harrington, and Chandler!"

Dolan, who personally selected Gallinelli: "Trash! Iron trash!"

Jiang Chao: "Kiss the pig's butt first, don't make any noise."

Dolan has never fulfilled his promise of kissing a pig's butt. This time, he was suddenly cued by Jiang Chao and was instantly silenced.

After seeing Jiang Chao’s tweet, Mr. Pu sent a cough emoticon to private chat.

"Sorry~"

Jiang Chao: "You took away five of my players, no, plus Gibson, there are 6. Thank you for letting me know the dangers of society."

Jiang Chao didn't say much, but he would never help Thunder again in the future.

If this continues, the Thunder will really become their biggest opponent.

After all, it seems that the Thunder's lineup is very neat now, with three-pointers and one make-up, breakthroughs, shooting, and superstars. This is the iconic championship team!

You must know that Gibson played like a fish in water next to Rose. Westbrook, who plays as fiercely as Rose, can also feed Gibson.

Suddenly, the entire NBA circle was mocking the Knicks. Don’t you like to operate? What does it feel like to have a fire in the backyard???

Jordan can't believe Jiang Chao. The Knicks are so calm in the free market this year!!

"Damn it, it won't work if you don't give it some color!"

Jiang Chao no longer held back at this time and directly confirmed the execution of the contract with the two players in the team who had player options.

Turk Drew, 11.8 million player option to stay with the team.

Okur, 9 million player option to stay with the team!!!

Is it fate?

The Knicks may not be able to keep Gallinelli, but if Jiang Chao wants someone, he must keep him!

These two pieces of news instantly stabilized the panic of the Nigerian fans. After all, retaining the Turkish duo is much more effective than retaining Gallinelli.

Then, before Jiang Chao could contact the big fish he had caught for a long time.

James finally has a result.

The end of Where's James Going!!!!

Not only the Thunder are poaching people, but the Heat are also the most horrifying!!!!

Sean Marks, Stevens, Curry and others collectively expressed panic in the super chat group:

"My God, James, Wade, and Bosh have teamed up!!!"

"The NBA is going to change!!"