start with scouting

Chapter 688 The New Lineup
After calling to make an appointment, Su Yang took Curry and Cousins ​​to Chicago on a private jet.

Originally, according to the tacit understanding of free market recruitment in previous years, they could negotiate in Los Angeles or New York, but Su Yang wanted to express enough sincerity. After all, LeBron must have called Rose. If he wants to win this recruitment competition, he must spend some time. effort.

At two o'clock in the afternoon, he settled in the agreed hotel. He never thought that Ross would arrive early and brought his brother and agent with him.

Seeing Cousins ​​and Curry dispatched, Rose was a little surprised. The main reason was to change to the combination of the usual boss + superstar in the team, in preparation for the recruitment of super free agents, but now Rose obviously did not meet that standard, Su Yang also Did not say first.

The two sides got to know each other and sat down for a detailed chat. Su Yang went straight to the point: "We want to invite you to join us. We can provide you with the opportunity to prove yourself again. We will also launch an impact for the championship together. There is no one in us. For any locker room politics, Curry is the most unassuming team leader, and Cousins ​​​​wouldn’t make any old man designs on the team..."

Between the words, Rose's expression changed continuously, including surprise, embarrassment, longing, and even a trace of worry.

As soon as Su Yang finished speaking, Rose's agent BJ Armstrong rushed to say: "We are very satisfied with your sincerity, but we have also received offers from eight teams before, you can first talk about the salary and tactical status you can offer .”

Hearing those words, Cousins ​​suddenly looked upset, but Curry's expression didn't change, he still smiled.

Su Yang almost laughed out loud, knowing that Armstrong was just putting on airs and fantasizing about getting a big contract for Rose. After all, he had previously claimed that the contract could be renewed for 4 million US dollars in four years. However, the King's current situation obviously can only provide a contract with a basic salary. .

With a look, Curry and Cousins ​​got up and left temporarily, not to keep any secrets, but to avoid embarrassment.

"This is the minutes of my meeting with Sam Hinkie on June 20, when we decided to recruit you..."

Su Yang did not respond to Armstrong, but took out the notes he had written during the meeting with Hinkie and handed them to Rose to read, indicating that the king did not suddenly want to miss Rose in the free market, but made a decision after careful consideration.

In short, very seriously.

"Our salary space was locked at that time, and we couldn't provide you with a middle-level contract. We could only provide you with a basic salary contract. However, because of Thomas' departure, we had more salary space and could provide you with a $300 million one-year contract. We recruited Jeff Green before, and I think you want to prove yourself more than mid-level contracts."

"300 million is free!"

Armstrong waved his hand and refused, and his tone was quite firm, probably because of the salary of 300 million US dollars, even according to the highest 4% sharing standard, he could only get 12 US dollars in remuneration, and Ross was probably his last client who might sign a big contract. He really doesn't have much ability. He became Rose's agent by relying on his connections, and the number of new clients he has developed over the years has been dismal.

It is estimated that Armstrong is still pondering: This guy spent a lot of effort to bring Curry and Cousins ​​here, he must be very fond of Rose, and he wants to sign for $300 million, it is just a daydream, I really think I don’t understand Rose's income is so high. I heard that Rose is very popular in China. This guy must want to let Rose play and let Rose help sell jerseys.

The atmosphere suddenly became tense.

Su Yang didn't bother to pay attention, and looked straight at Rose, confident that since entering the league in 08, the No. 18 pick in front of him has been injured 352 times from head to toe and missed [-] games. What he wants most now is a chance to prove himself. Emphasis on money.

If it weren't for that, it would be impossible for Rose to play for the Cavaliers, and in retrospect, he said that being with LeBron was super embarrassing.

"I have one more question..."

Rose, who was silent for a long time, suddenly said, "As far as I know, except for Stephen Curry, Zach LaVine and Malcolm Brogdon can both serve as point guards. In addition, there are many big men and high positions in the King's tactical system. Joining you guys, is there going to be a lot of time off the ball or in the corner? I'm not a great shooter right now..."

Between the words, Su Yang nodded to show that he was listening carefully.

Last season, Rose's overall shooting percentage of 47.1% was not bad, but when it comes to two points, the completion success rate at the basket was 41%. The hit rate is only 21.7%.

As a point guard, the three-point shooting rate is so low, and the tactics that can be used on the offensive end have been greatly reduced. Considering that Rose averaged only 4.4 assists per game, it can be said to be an embarrassing situation, because the data is in the bad Knicks. type it out.

Rose's tone was clearly not confident.

As the youngest ever MVP, it is embarrassing.

"You are worried that your three-point shooting rate is low, which leads to low tactical deviation. In addition, you are joining with a salary close to the basic salary. The functions overlap, and there is a risk of becoming a marginal person. Although I always fulfill my promises, there are times when I fail to do so. Bar?"

Asking the question directly, seeing Rose nodded in embarrassment, Su Yang continued with a smile: "We don't need you to take too many three-pointers, we need your breakthrough and organizational skills, especially after the second team plays. time, so you don’t need to worry about shooting threes, and I’m sure you can make steady threes, especially open threes after tactical runs.”

Rose's mid-range and long-range shooting percentages are above average. The poor three-pointer is mainly due to too few shots. Either he didn't need it before, or the Knicks launched a triangle offense last season. Totally contradictory.

In the second team of the Kings next season, there are quite a lot of people who can shoot three-pointers, but only LaVine or Brogdon are good at breaking through with the ball. Su Yang recruited Rose not entirely out of personal preference, but because there is a real need. It is also more appropriate to stick to the salary cap.

"Then I'll think about it carefully..." Ross replied solemnly.

Su Yang saw it, and guessed that Ross already wanted to join, but he just didn't want to embarrass Armstrong on the spot.

"That's fine, I'll go first when I'm done, call if you have something to do..."

Without getting a promise on the spot, Su Yang got up and shook hands with several people, and then flew to Las Vegas with Cousins ​​and Curry.

The Kings Summer League is underway, the first game against the Suns, the highlight is the No. [-] Tatum vs. No. [-] Bauer.

Whether the game started or not, the news was already hot.

Ball's father lashed out at Su Yang, saying that the Lakers had promised to choose Lonzo Ball, his hometown team, and the No. [-] status. Called the big enemy of the Bauer family.

Papa Ball also said that Lonzo Ball will be better than Tatum, and this summer league will be the best proof.

An ESPN reporter interviewed Su Yang, relayed Papa Ball's complaints, and asked if there was anything he wanted to respond to Papa Ball.

Su Yang smiled and said, "It's good that he is happy."

After all, he is a man who boasts that he can blow up Jordan. All his speeches are for traffic, and his serious response can be regarded as helping the other party to make a fortune. Anyway, Lonzo Ball is not playing for the Lakers, and Ball’s father will stop soon. This is almost Final struggle.

The game kicks off at four o'clock in the afternoon.

The king's side is mainly Brogdon, Zhou Qi, Dorian, and Tatum, while the sun's side is mainly Ball.

In just three quarters, the Kings led by 29 points. Brogdon, the main rookie of the year, beat the Suns with no power to fight back. By the end of the game, the Kings beat the Suns by 38 points and Tatum by 21 points. Points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists.

In comparison, Ball made 15 of 2 shots, 11 of 1 three-pointers, 5 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists, which is terrible.

The news came out after the game. While mocking Papa Ball, the fans lamented that the Kings had selected another talent. The main champion Fultz made 16 of 6 shots in the first game and only scored 17 points. Although it cannot decide everything, it is enough. Explain many things.

After watching the king's debut, Su Yang flew to Los Angeles again, preparing to attend the league board meeting and look at last season's financial report.

On the 300th of the next day, Rose called and agreed to join the Kings for $[-] million a year. WOJ quickly broke the news.

It is said that the King got the youngest MVP, and Curry's double MVP combination should trigger a lot of discussions, but the fans are still shocked that the Cavaliers have successfully formed a Big Four lineup, and how various discussions should be run to better defeat the Kings.

Only the black fan Bill Simmons mentioned that Rose joined the king, thinking that Su Yang spent a small amount of money to strengthen his combat power, which is outrageous.

Su Yang then informed the marketing and marketing department that preparations for the season ticket sales could begin, and the new lineup had been confirmed.

Center: Cousins, Nance Jr., Zhou Qi.

Big forward and small forward positions: Antetokounmpo, Grant, Covington, Tatum, Jeff Green, Dorian

Backcourt: Curry, LaVine, Brogdon, Rose.

There are 13 people in total, and there are still two places, one for potential Payton Jr., and one for a swingman depending on the situation.

(End of this chapter)