NBA: Start with 2 billion, buy the Knicks

Chapter 95: Who is the best among the new Knicks?

After the meeting, Sean Marks came over to ask Jiang Chao what kind of bargaining chip he could use to trade the Arab League, and who was not for sale.

Jiang Chao just said one thing, try your best to operate without giving up draft picks.

And it is operated by old players from before.

He had previously said in front of the coaches that the reason why he was not in a hurry was to let the old players play up to their worth as much as possible, so that they would be easier to sell.

Otherwise, if they name someone they want to trade, the coaching staff won't give them a chance. What if other teams' scouts don't know his status?

Sean Marks rubbed his temples.

In fact, as a manager, it is very difficult to operate if the draft picks cannot be used. He actually does not understand and does not rebuild, so why can't he release future draft picks?

"The draft can be a gold mine, believe me, and you can also use cash compensation when the time comes. I will do my best to get it."

Jiang Chao didn't say much, he was searching for draft picks for a better future.

"It would be even better if you can exchange for draft picks in the next five years. Whether it is the first round or the second round, the more the better. A reward of US$10,000 for a second round and US$50,000 for a first round."

"hiss……"

Sean Marks is completely confused. Why is he hoarding draft picks like this? Is it so important?

But if he was really rewarded like this, he would still be confident that this thing in the second round would be easy to trade.

"Don't rush things, wait for the opportunity."

"Well, the trading market was closed just before the All-Star Game. It was very early."

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The next day.

Knicks Summer League debut vs. Magic.

After waking up, Jiang Chao went to a private club and continued to rest on his lap, with a young lady squeezing his shoulders and flipping the newspaper for him.

After yesterday, all team rosters were released, and the Knicks became the team that brought the most players to Summer League.

There are a lot of gossips in the newspapers about Jiang Chao being obsessed with defenders to satisfy his own selfish desires.

Whoever instigated the Arab League to come to Summer League is here.

There are also people who analyzed the Knicks roster and said they have no defense.

Some even said that the core is Eddy Curry, who has returned from injury, and Jerome James, the dead fat guy.

The most outrageous thing is that there are rumors that Matthews is a bodyguard hired by Jiang Chao and plays basketball part-time.

Jiang Chao looked at it and laughed.

There has been a lot of criticism. It seems that Jiang Chao's lineup is too idealistic and there are too many rookies in the back line.

This criticism of himself made Jiang Chao think of something Downey Jr. said last night, that is, the New York tycoons are secretly trying to replace Jiang Chao.

Because they saw the influence of normal operation of the Knicks, the stock market is now almost back to 3,000 points, and they want to replace it.

Mainly because I saw that the Knicks’ market value kept rising instead of falling, and I felt uncomfortable when this young man who didn’t understand football took this money away!!

Don't look at Jiang Chao who hasn't been making money recently and has been spending money. The Knicks' market value has risen much faster than what he spent. If he resells it now, he can still make a small profit.

"They just wait to be slapped in the face one by one."

Jiang Chao knew that this was the direction of public opinion. Generally, a 20-year-old boss would probably get it, watch a few games and then resell it to make a profit, but it was impossible for him to sell it again.

The two beautiful masseurs were horrified to see this. Is this young man crazy? The newspapers were scolding him and he was still smiling like this.

Jiang Chao called the media he acquired:

"Let the news out. The new Knicks boss is waiting for the Knicks haters to kneel down and call daddy. He is full of confidence in his lineup and begs them not to turn from haters to fans."

Then those college students wrote a lot about the players' respect for the boss and their obedience. This is indeed Jiang Chao's rare advantage.

Since they are all promoted by themselves, they are naturally more cohesive.

In order to let the players relax, Jiang Chao did not go to watch the first game.

Sean Marks also did not go on the advice of the young marshal.

We are all new recruits. This is their first time contacting the NBA level. We need to get used to it first. Not to mention, several of them have never met Jiang Chao and are even a little afraid of this crazy boss.

"In the first game, let's just let go and not use tactics. Let's see what happens if they fight on their own."

The young marshal reported to Jiang Chao.

"Well, let's look at the chemical reaction. Which ones are more attractive? Let them be present at the same time as much as possible."

Summer League was originally meant for fans to watch rookies during the draft. There were only a few hundred seats on site, and the games were played in an ordinary training facility. The games were only broadcast live in the United States, and other national television stations did not buy the copyright.

What's so exciting about a warm-up game?

If all the team's top executives sit on the bench, the rookies will definitely be tied up and unable to let go of their natural instincts of playing basketball.

Jiang Chao didn't have time to read it either, because he was writing an exclusive tactical manual for this lineup for the Knicks to use in the coming season.

Elevator doors, horn pick-and-rolls, double corner smoking, hand-to-hand rapid fire... These are the tactics that have been tested in later generations and are suitable for Coha, Ibaka and others. After writing these down, they will be given to the coaching staff for reference without reservation.

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Why do I say that I have no reservations? Because he is only half a bucket of water, and he was not really a basketball coach in his previous life. He believes that the young coach and the others will make the tactics more perfect.

As an old fan, he can recall a lot of tactics just thinking about it in his mind. Again, avoid detours and avoid detours, so that the coaching staff can learn things that would have taken three or four seasons to figure out in half a season.

We can figure it out during the season and try to speed up the team's promotion to a strong team.

He is under the greatest pressure. As a young boss, his main business is the team. Record performance, ticket occupancy, star quality, and the rate of return from surrounding industries are all things he has to bear.

Just like what the media said about him today.

Operations are operations, which puts you in a difficult position.

It would be fun if the Knicks have a worse record next season...

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That night.

Sean Marks and Jiang Chao sat face to face at the hotel buffet.

"How do you say, how are those rookies doing?" Jiang Chao said while chewing on an apple.

"Boss, you didn't watch TV?"

Sean Marks spread his hands. He was nervously watching the live broadcast in the hotel. Jiang Chao, who cares so much about the team, didn't even watch the live broadcast?

"What's the point of watching TV? It's a waste of time."

"Yes, it was easier to win by 13 points. The Magic team is all Development League players." If it hadn't been for the first game, Sean Marks wouldn't have been prepared to watch it. The Magic had recently used Courtney Lee and Al

Stone traded for Carter, and the players were all in Orlando to welcome Carter. The players from the casino were all three-legged cats, and the chemical reaction of the Knicks players could not be seen.

"Where are the two lottos?"

"Not bad. Harden made me see the shadow of Kobe. The success rate in singles is very high. Curry was more dribbling and passing today. His three-point performance was average. I guess his hands were a little tight."

“Who has the best data?”

"Guess, boss." Sean Marks took a mouthful of half an orange, fiercely.

"David Lee?"

"No, the veterans only played in the first half today."

"Is that Ibaka?" Jiang Chao thought that the inside line was the easiest to score.

"No, these rookies are still competing. Harden scored 18 points in the first two quarters, but it turns out that Harden didn't score in the end."

Jiang Chao became interested: "What should I say, who among us Knicks is carrying?"

Sean Marks:

"Matthews led the scoring list with 26 points, 4 rebounds and 4 steals, Harden had 24 points, Ibaka had 19 points, and Curry had 13 points..."

"Hahahaha, yes, yes!"

Jiang Chao smiled, he was indeed a plug-and-play generation of Ma Ge, it really works everywhere.

"Boss, as a rookie, you are really good at picking right away!"

This is what the on-site coaching staff admires most about Jiang Chao. The other three second-round picks either fouled or were beaten defensively.

Only Matthews has everything on the court, and he can hold the ball, post up, and steal. He has made 4 of 5 three-pointers, plus 4 fast-break dunks. He has a full sense of presence.

He didn't go to the scene, but you can imagine the shock of the coaching staff.

As expected, Jiang Chao personally brought the first person to the team, which is really impressive!

"Don't mention it. An older rookie like him who has already grown up and plays on a weak defensive team will score easily under Cole's training." Sean Marks couldn't help but give Jiang Chao a thumbs up.

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It’s not that Matthews worked harder than other players for the official contract. In the first game of this new lineup, everyone showed themselves. Obviously Matthews was better at seizing opportunities. Curry only made 2 of 7 3-pointers.

"He's being managed by Stephen Kerr now?"

"Yes, boss, don't you have a 3D philosophy? You are asking him to practice more three-pointers."

"OK."

"Are we going to give him a formal contract?" Sean Marks asked while eating.

"Do we still have a two-way contract?"

"No, Dolan gave it to two Development League players."

"Fire them all and give Matthews a two-way contract of almost three years."

"ok!"

(Note: This book has changed the setting of the two-way contract, so that you can play in the regular season or the playoffs.

The reality is that before 2019, two-way contract players could only play 54 regular season games. In 2022, when we were discussing the issue of being able to play in the playoffs, the book directly changed it for the league... The author of the league believes that this move may be to protect the players.

Rights, why the hell am I playing in the playoffs for you and still getting money from a two-way contract?? So I see many teams clearing space and clearing out players before the playoffs, and giving great players with two-way contracts a chance to become regular players.

Playoffs.)