The Legend of the Hungry Wolf in Basketball

Chapter 384 [Target Gasol]

Thibodeau was puzzled: "Why are you looking for Marc Gasol? He hasn't played well in the Lakers for two and a half years?"

Ye Feng said: "But now he has lost weight, his speed is faster than before, his low-post offense is good, his defense has also improved, and his stats have improved as soon as the Grizzlies come. If McGee leaves, he will definitely be able to fill the vacancy, and he Comes from Europe and is a good team player. The only downside is he's a restricted free agent and maybe a sign-and-trade."

Thibodeau asked: "Why do you have so much confidence in him?"

Originally, Ye Feng had no confidence. Gasol's playing time in the Lakers was too short. If he hadn't improved after going to the Grizzlies, he definitely couldn't have it.Ye Feng thought for a while and said: "In addition to Marc Gasol, I also hope to trade Paul Gasol. The Gasol brothers both have a house in Los Angeles. If they are given a chance to come back, they will cooperate." They have a tacit understanding and will work very hard, and they will want to prove themselves in front of the Lakers. Moreover, the Gasol contract is very cost-effective."

In December 2009, the Lakers offered Gasol a three-year, 12 million contract extension.In Ye Feng's previous life, the Lakers gave Gasol a contract of 3 million for 5000 years after winning the championship, effective from the 3-5700 season and ending in 2011.Gasol is the hero of the Lakers winning the championship, and he still can't get an annual salary of 2012 million. Now he has not proved himself.Because the Lakers introduced Artest's bad contract, they offered him a smaller contract extension.Going to other teams, Gasol has no chance of winning the championship. Considering that he is not young, he accepted this lower offer.

Today, Pau Gasol is not the kind of big-name star who attracts the attention of many teams in the league, but a decent second-rate star. Marc Gasol is not even a star, but a blue-collar player.Last season, the Grizzlies broke through the first round of the playoffs, and the first achievement was also credited to Griffin and Westbrook. Those two gorgeous players, known as the Grizzlies' twin stars, Rudy Gay's limelight They were also snatched away.

Although the Grizzlies performed well, it is impossible to beat the Clippers to win the championship. They need to trade.Ye Feng firmly believes that the Gasol Brothers will be tempted. With these two insiders, plus Love and Gortat, who will the Clippers be afraid of inside next season?It's just that the unlucky Yi Jianlian doesn't have many chances to play.

After discussing for a while, Thibodeau said: "There is another problem. The Grizzlies lack a center and will not let them go easily. We have to communicate with them in advance, and maybe we need to pull other teams to make a three-way deal."

Without the Gasol brothers, the Grizzlies' internal strength will be reduced, and the Grizzlies have no reason to make a loss-making deal to cheap the Clippers.How to operate it will be left to Thibodeau.

What Ye Feng needs to do is to communicate with Marc Gasol. Gasol is a restricted free agent. Now inside players are valuable. If any team with stupid money offers him a contract worth tens of millions, the plan will be It's going to be a mess.If Howard can't come, the Gasol brothers can't let it go. If the reinforcements are not completed this season, a large number of rookie contracts will expire in 2012. All teams in the league will be eyeing, and the Clippers will be at a disadvantage.

The NBA trade is not just to strengthen the lineup, it is also a job to destroy the integrity of the competitor's lineup. The Clippers are the public enemy in the eyes of all playoff teams. If there is a chance to poach the Clippers, they will definitely spare no effort.
After the end of the season, the Gasol brothers have returned to Spain.If next season is suspended, they will consider returning to the Spanish league to play, but with Barcelona's financial resources, it is impossible to sign them at the same time.In the Spanish league, an annual salary of more than 400 million is considered a high salary.

The two brothers were also a little worried about their future. At this time, Navarro called them and gave them an online phone number, asking them to contact them online, and something good happened.

Paul Gasol wondered: "What is it, can't you just say it directly?"

Navarro said: "I originally wanted to tell you what happened directly, but the kid said that the more secretive the matter, the better, and it is not convenient to meet each other. It is better to contact him through the Internet. You can find him and you will understand."

The Gasol brothers, no computer idiots, immediately dialed the number and made a video call.As soon as the image came out, the two brothers saw that face that had won them countless times in recent years, and made people want to flatten their teeth when they saw it.Also in Los Angeles, the Clippers are the Lakers' archenemy, and Ye Feng is the guy the Lakers hate the most.

Ye Feng raised his hand and said: "Good evening, both of you, no... I don't know what time it is over there."

The Gasol brothers are relatively familiar with Ye Feng, although they haven't spoken much.Big Gasol said: "It turns out that you are looking for us, what's the matter?"

Ye Feng said: "Of course it's a big deal, Paul, what are your plans for next season?"

Gasol smiled wryly and said: "The NBA has been shut down, what can I do? Wait in Europe. If the season doesn't start in October, we will train with Barcelona. If the lockout continues, I will consider joining the Spanish League. Said Tell me why you are looking for us? As you, you should be more concerned about labor negotiations now, right?"

Ye Feng spread his hands, looking relaxed. "I don't care at all. There is no NBA in the world. I guess the game will resume at the end of November at the latest. Anyone who joins a foreign league and can't come back will regret it. You two play in the NBA. If you don't win the championship It will be a pity to retire, right? So I want to invite you to join the Clippers."

Marc Gasol was about to renew his contract with the Grizzlies before, and he leaned in front of the camera and said, "How do you know we can't win the championship in the Grizzlies?"

Ye Feng smiled and said: "Come on, Mark, the Grizzlies were lucky not to be swept last season. Do you think the Grizzlies can beat the Clippers? The Grizzlies will renew their contracts with Westbrook and you. There is a problem at the 2nd position that cannot be solved, I can kill the Grizzlies in singles, and you will never win the championship if you stay there."

Marc Gasol sighed: "I really can't stand your arrogance."

Although they can't stand Ye Feng's arrogance, the Gasol brothers must also admit that the Grizzlies can't beat the Clippers, and they won't be able to play next season unless the strength of the existing personnel is greatly improved.

Ye Feng laughed and said: "If you join the Clippers, you can be arrogant with me, think about it carefully."

Gasol was a little envious of his younger brother, and sighed: "I have a contract, so I can leave if I want to. Mark can think about it, right?"

Ye Feng shook his head and said his thoughts directly. "We will trade you to the Clippers, Paul, others say you are soft, but I am optimistic about you, you will prove yourself, I think the Lakers give you the ball, it is more threatening than Kobe, to the Grizzlies, I We can share the ball with you, and the coach will also let you play in the low post. We will form the strongest inside line in the league, and there is no doubt that we will defend the title next season! You will not be traded again when you come, and the house in Los Angeles does not need to be considered It’s sold, everything is convenient.”

Ye Feng is a good lobbyist. The championship is very tempting to the Gasol brothers. They are also familiar with Los Angeles and like that city.

Marc Gasol asked: "Don't you have any requirements?"

Ye Feng said sternly: "Of course I have some requirements. I just want to ask two questions. One is what kind of renewal the Grizzlies are going to offer you, and the other is what is your psychological price for signing? Don't be too high. My goal is to build a Dynasty, there are still many people whose contracts expire next year and will have to renew their contracts, and paying too much luxury tax will affect the depth of the bench."

Before the negotiation, generally no player would tell others the price he wanted in his heart. Marc Gasol said helplessly: "You seem sure that I will agree to join?"

Ye Feng smiled and said: "Of course you will agree, will you refuse the good thing of winning the championship? Especially since neither of you are the leader of the team, you are just auxiliary generals. Do you want to give up the chance to win the championship and stay in a place where there is no team?" The future is still a broken city like Memphis with chaotic law and order? Don’t say that you have to be loyal to the Grizzlies, and do your best to assist Westbrook, the Ninja Turtle who doesn’t pass the ball. That kid’s playing is very unreasonable, and only the Grizzlies will regard him as Treasure. Of course, it doesn’t matter if you really refuse, then the Clippers will not introduce Paul, and you two brothers are guaranteed to stay together. The Clippers have other goals, I just need to contact them. Liberals who are capable and want to join are welcome. In the minority."

Ye Feng spoke bluntly and forcefully, but the Gasol brothers all had smiles on their faces, they had already made a decision in their hearts.As Ye Feng said, they have no reason to refuse. For the two brothers to win the championship together, Gasol feels that it doesn't matter if his salary is reduced a little.What's more, when the NBA was suspended, Ye Feng took the initiative to contact them, gave them a promise, and showed enough sincerity. It was very attractive that they would not be traded again. They didn't want to live a bumpy life in the United States. It couldn't be better.

The two brothers also realized a problem, Ye Feng's talent was far more than just on the court, he captured people's hearts with just a few words.

Marc Gasol changed his tone. He knew that Ye Feng was the boss behind the Clippers, so he respected him a little and said with a smile: "I am willing to join the Clippers, but there is another problem. The Clippers have many insiders. Stars are naturally fine, but can I guarantee playing time? I don’t want to be on the bench like I was with the Lakers.”

Ye Feng nodded and said: "Don't worry, I can guarantee that when you join, the Clippers will no longer be crowded inside. You will only know how to deal with the Grizzlies after talking with the Grizzlies. The general situation is so much, Mark, now you just I need to talk about the renewal price that the Grizzlies are going to give you, as well as your psychological price. We will negotiate with the Grizzlies based on this. If there is no big surprise, there is no need to wait until the end of the NBA lockout. You two will be traded to the Clippers."

Speaking of this, the Gasol brothers have no worries.

(End of this chapter)