Reborn NBA's Strongest Talent

Chapter 104 104. Renewal (for Subscription)

Will Richard be trapped by such a blank check?
of course.

"Important signings?" Richard knew what kind of signings the Thunder made during the 17 offseason, which shocked the league, at least during the signings. Of course, it was also heartbreaking after the season ended.

Countless people commented that if Harden was willing to give money like he did in the 17-18 season when he renewed his contract, he would have won the championship long ago.

Presti looked serious and said solemnly, "The team's performance this year has exceeded our expectations. The boss is very happy, so he decided to fight for the championship. Billy is discussing with me the direction of signings. Although there is no confirmed candidate at present, he will definitely be an All-Star player."

In the team next season, Westbrook has 2800 million, Adams renewed his contract in advance last year for 2200 million, Oladipo 1500 million, Kanter 1700 million, and Robertson will also renew his contract for an estimated 1000 million. Adding his own 1500 million is 1 million. This must exceed the salary cap. Presti’s thinking is indeed understandable.

What I can't understand is why Adams was able to renew his contract for 4 years and 1 million. How good that money is for himself now, I drool just thinking about it.

But no matter how you renew the contract, the most important thing is whether you will be traded.

"I don't know Sam, what kind of championship puzzle do you and Billy need in the championship team?"

"Li Cha, I know you may have heard some rumors that hurt the trust between us." Presti looked at Richard with sincere eyes and helplessness written all over his face, "I can assure you with my personality that you will occupy a place in the team, and it is a very important seat."

How much is the personality of a businessman worth?

If you make concessions, you will be the one who will lose at that time.It's like Wade, who didn't get a maximum salary throughout his career?
"Li Cha." Seeing that Richard's face was uncertain, Luo Xi leaned against him lightly.

"What's wrong?" Richard immediately put away his cold face when facing Roxi.

"There is basically nothing wrong with the content of the contract. The salary and bonus are clearly stated, but I think you are worth more than that." Luo Xi winked at Richard, but he couldn't let go of it immediately.

Presti looked awe-inspiring, and looked straight at Richard, waiting for Richard to speak.

"How long can we confirm the contract at the latest?" Richard wanted to wait a while before making a decision.

After all, it seems that Presti is more sincere at present, and Presti has not raised his own value, which also makes Richard feel that the possibility of being traded is not high. If he wants to trade himself, shouldn't he make an offer at the top of his net worth, in order to maximize the benefits for the team?

"It's fine until the end of the season." The time limit given by Presti is very long, allowing Richard to think about this issue.

Richard and Luo Xi left the office, and the two discussed the current situation along the way.

"Li Cha, have you softened your heart?" Luo Xi knew Richard very well, not only because of the long-term relationship, but more importantly, Luo Xi saw that people have their own uniqueness.

"Yes." Richard can't explain what kind of terrible deal the Thunder will have next, after all, such words will definitely be ignored, and the impact will be infinitely magnified when it is really realized.

"I think he is sincere." Luo Xi whispered.

Luo Xi said this because he was worried that he would influence Richard to make a decision, but Richard was not thinking, and he heard everything clearly, "When negotiating the contract, there is sincerity, but I don't know how long this sincerity will last."

After speaking, he took a deep breath.

If there was no such program, it is estimated that Richard has agreed to sign the contract by now.

The next few days were a little calm, so calm that I couldn't believe it.

In order to avoid being disturbed, Richard moved to Luo Xi's house for a temporary stay. Living in the player's dormitory is also a kind of debt to the team.

Of course, it was unavoidable to be warned again by Sneijder, warning Richard not to go anywhere except the living room, including the bathroom.

This kind of rude request was of course warned by an old punch, and finally ended with an extra piece of paper "Richard is not allowed to enter" on Roxi's bedroom door.

On May 5, the NBA unofficially announced the salary cap for the 5-17 season, which is slightly lower than previously expected. The salary cap for the new season is $18 million, and the luxury tax trigger line is about $9909.3 million.

Although there is no news about middle-class special cases and basic salary special cases, it is said that in order to avoid the addiction of star players, they have all been raised.

On May 5, news came out within the Thunder that Westbrook and the Thunder had reached an agreement to renew their contract ahead of schedule.

Signed a 5-year 1 million contract with an ordinary maximum salary.

Adding in the 2800 million next season, the contract amount exceeds 2 million.

Westbrook has played for the Thunder for 9 years and has triggered the veteran designation clause. He should be able to sign a 35-year long-term contract at 5% of the salary cap, which should be 5 million for 2.05 years.

Westbrook played conscientiously this season. Durant left without complaint and still led the team to the playoffs, ranking fourth in the Western Conference. For such a loyal superstar, the team shouldn't sign with a 30% maximum salary.

Richard continued to read the news with full of doubts, only to realize that Westbrook took the initiative to cut his salary in order to allow the team to better sign up and renew contracts during the offseason.

The mayor of Oklahoma immediately stated that he would build a statue of Westbrook in the Energy Arena, so that the people of the city will remember this illustrious and loyal superstar.

Westbrook's contract saves 500 million, and 500 million can sign 2 basic salaries, or 1 middle-class exception.

It is said that Westbrook and Thunder executives talked for a day before finalizing the contract.

This is enough to see the determination of the Thunder executives, otherwise how could Westbrook cut his salary so much.

"Roxi." Richard showed the news to Luo Xi.

"That's a loss of 500 million. You are only 110 million a year now..." As expected of a business student, he is really good at mathematics.

That's not the point, hey!
"Our contract..." Richard hesitated to speak.

"It's all up to you." Luo Xi raised his hands in agreement, oh no, he raised his hands and gave Richard a big hug.

On May 5, news came out again from the Thunder.

Robertson and Richard renewed their contracts with the Thunder for 3 million in 3000 years and 4 million in 6000 years respectively.

The Thunder retained this year's core lineup. Although they did not perform well in the playoffs, they had a good regular season record and run-in. The Thunder must have full confidence in next season.

"Phew." Richard let out a long breath and completed an important decision in his life, and Richard's heart finally calmed down.

"How about, let's buy a house in Oklahoma, your place is too small, especially that sofa." Richard leaned close to Roche's ear and whispered, "At least there must be a living room where the sofa can be enlarged."

"Who is with you!" Rochelle blushed, "Are you not afraid of being traded? There are still five months left in the offseason."

This made Richard wilt.

On May 5, Paul George, the head star of the Indiana Pacers, made it public that because the Pacers' record is getting worse and they have been unable to break through, he will choose to enter the free market next year and wants to return to his hometown to play. He does not want to join other teams except the Los Angeles Lakers.

One stone caused a thousand waves. In order to reduce losses, the Pacers put Paul George on the shelf, and the entire league is eyeing this top striker.

Richard's heart skipped a beat, finally waiting for someone to come, no surprises, the Thunder will use Oladipo and Sabonis to trade George, but now his worth is the same as Oladipo, who knows who will be used.

Meanwhile there was movement in the east.Carmelo Anthony, the leader of the 03 Platinum Generation, the strongest offensive kaleidoscope in active service, also rumored that he will not stay in the team.

Unlike Paul George, this is because the New York Knicks have lost patience with Anthony. They have not been able to lead the Knicks to more honors in 7 years, which makes the team unable to wait any longer. Like Paul George, Anthony, who is about to become a free agent next summer, must find a proper next home and play his worth.

On May 5, Richard received a text message that was completely unexpected.

"My Noah has come to this world."

Text from Westbrook.

Noah?

Richard thought for a long time, and finally remembered that the last time he saw Nina at Christmas, she was 5 months pregnant, and now it was the day of delivery.

Noah, it seems that he is the son of Westbrook.

After inquiring about the hospital where Westbrook was, Richard and Rosie rushed to the hospital.

The location of this private hospital is very good, and the environment is very good, it is simply a sanatorium.

When he saw Westbrook, he was looking through the window into the sterile room.

A small black baby was lying securely in the cot with its eyes closed, its body twisting slightly.

"Russell, congratulations." Richard made a congratulatory gesture that Westbrook couldn't understand.

Westbrook was a little surprised, so he thought he understood.

"It's so cute." Luo Xi also lay on the window, looking at the little baby inside, his eyes were shining, "I really want to touch him."

"Newborns can't be touched right away..." Westbrook was a new father, with nervousness written all over his face.

Richard didn't know whether to laugh or cry, "Russell, Rosie just said that she didn't dare to touch it. She is more afraid of accidents with babies than you are."

Westbrook was still worried, and turned his head to look at the fanatical Rosie from time to time, fearing that Rosie would break through the window.

"This is your MVP trophy." Richard also went up to look at Noah Jr., who looks very similar to Westbrook.

"Li Cha..." Westbrook suddenly turned serious.

"Well, what's the matter?" Richard turned to look at Westbrook.

"The two of you can consider having one, it will be very cute." Westbrook's words made Richard want to dig a hole to hide, and Rosie blushed.

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