the great gatsby

Chapter 326 Anxious Donnie Walsh!

As the season passed halfway, Donnie Walsh became more and more anxious, because Gatsby never gave him a clear answer. He would give Gatsby what he wanted. According to the provisions of the labor agreement, he played 0- Six-year players re-sign with a maximum salary of 6% of the salary cap for the first year.

After this season, it is estimated that the NBA will face a lockout, because the conditions of the labor and management will conflict, but the salary cap for the next season can be roughly estimated, and the range of 5800-5900 is more likely. Then Gatsby’s No. The maximum salary of the two contracts is about 1475 million US dollars.

James Dolan gave Donny Walsh the task of paying Gatsby as much as he could get, but the requirement was that Gatsby sign a five-year contract.

This is where Donny Walsh is in trouble. Gatsby was reluctant to sign such a long-term contract from the beginning. Gatsby did not tell Donny Walsh the specific reason. Than aimed at the Byrd clause.

The Bird clause stipulates that if a player has played for the same team for three consecutive years, and after three years the player becomes a free agent, then he is a "qualified veteran player."

The NBA allows the parent team to give the player the maximum contract, and the salary of the player can be increased by 10.5% on the original basis, while those who do not meet this condition can only increase by 8%.

Even if your increase makes the team's total salary exceed the salary cap, it is allowed by the rules, but it cannot exceed the requirements of the luxury tax. In addition, the maximum number of years for signing a contract can also be increased from the general 5 years to 6 years.

Now Gatsby has only played for the Knicks for two seasons, and he still can't meet the requirements of Bird's terms, so Gatsby's request is also understandable. At that time, Donnie Walsh was not in a hurry, so he signed another year Well, when the time comes to meet the requirements, just sign the contract according to Bird's terms. For a player like Gatsby, the maximum salary in recent years has been far inferior to his actual strength.
But after Donny Walsh knew about Gatsby's net worth, he knew that Gatsby might not care about that salary increase, because Uber's market value increase was really terrifying, and Gatsby could appreciate this salary The increase is a strange thing.

If Gatsby leaves, then Donnie Walsh will become a sinner of the Knicks, and this will also be a stain on his life!

But now Gatsby is only willing to sign a 1+1 contract. This is obviously not in line with James Dolan's expectations. After completing the contract and leaving, Donny Walsh will bear the greatest responsibility!

Gatsby is very clear about his career planning goals. First of all, he doesn't trust the Knicks. The Knicks' management has always been insane and makes him feel a sense of crisis. If a long-term contract is signed, it will delay his time when the Knicks sink.

Gatsby is actually learning from James. After the Heat returned to the Cavaliers, James’ contracts were all short contracts of 1+1. Although he would earn less money and the risks were high, the facts proved that James’ approach was correct. There is a lot of room for maneuver.

If Gatsby is in the Golden State Warriors now, he can definitely sign a five-year long-term contract boldly. After Lacob took over, the Warriors are full of aggressiveness and intend to build a super dynasty, but the Knicks, haha.

Donnie Walsh couldn't figure out Gatsby's mind, so he could only discuss countermeasures with coach D'Antoni. Of course D'Antoni also wanted to keep Gatsby, but he knew that Gatsby was a very assertive young man. He is under 20 years old, but he has a lot of ideas, but D'Antoni can only agree to talk to Gatsby for the sake of the team.

D'Antoni found time after practice to talk to Gatsby.

"I heard that Downey is asking about your contract extension recently?" D'Antoni asked.

Gatsby glanced at D'Antoni, which made D'Antoni's heart skip a beat, but Gatsby immediately smiled and said, "Coach, Donnie asked you to come to me, right?"

D'Antoni nodded and said, "He found me, but I also want to talk to you, because you are very important in my plan."

Gatsby nodded, "Coach, I don't trust Donnie, but I will tell you the truth, and I want to hear your opinion."

D'Antoni's heart was full of joy. A player like Gatsby was willing to believe in him, and he also felt very happy.

"I don't care much about money, as you should know, I don't care about the Bird clause or anything, but I can't trust James Dolan and Donnie Walsh, what they did last season is really terrible. heart," said Gatsby.

D'Antoni nodded approvingly. Gatsby's willingness to sign a 1+1 contract is considered sensible enough. If it is another player who faces so many trade rumors in a season, he may not even sign a 1+1 contract. Knowing when it was traded out, and what kind of team is not competitive in a small place.

Gatsby said with a smile: "My contract is to protect my own rights and interests, and it is also a reminder to them. Before making a decision, you must talk to me first, and don't make some brain-slapping decisions casually."

D'Antoni nodded affirmatively: "I support your decision, I will go to persuade Downey, and I will also persuade James."

Gatsby shook his head and said, "Coach, don't get involved in this matter. Things will be more complicated if you get in. Just say that you can't change my opinion. Hehe, if the Knicks are good enough, I will Not going away, it's up to them to see what they do."

D'Antoni nodded, and simply fed back Gatsby's opinion to Donnie Walsh. Of course, D'Antoni only said that Gatsby was unwilling to sign a long-term contract, and didn't say much else.

Although not many people knew about this matter, the news still spread. Gatsby's reluctance to immediately decide to renew his contract has attracted a lot of attention in the league. The general managers of many teams have bet on New York like vultures.

Because it is not allowed to recruit players during the season. If they recruit, they will definitely attract heavy penalties, but these general managers can do a lot. Is it possible?

Gatsby received a call from Kobe that night.

"I heard that you haven't decided to sign with the team yet?" Bryant asked.

Gatsby smiled and said, "How do you know?"

Kobe smiled and said, "That's true. Are you interested in coming to Los Angeles next season to win the championship together?"

Gatsby smiled and said, "Hold your thigh, I don't want it!"

Kobe smiled and was not angry: "Maybe I hugged your thigh. I am getting old and my peak will not last for a few years. Isn't it great that you come to take over my class?"

Gatsby smiled and said, "Kobe, give me some time, I'll try it myself first."

Kobe has no choice but to call Gatsby at the request of the team owner. Old Bass personally called Kobe to ask him, and he couldn't save face. Kobe did have some expectations for the cooperation with Gatsby , but he is still very strong now, he is clear about Gatsby's strength, and it is unrealistic for Gatsby to help him, so he didn't say much.

(End of this chapter)