basketball king lunatic

Chapter 190 Angry Stern

David Stern has had a lot of fun lately.

In 1984, David Stern, who had just taken office, was still very young.But as a lawyer, he understood a historical trend from the very beginning.

The influence of basketball in the United States is impossible to surpass that of rugby, the national sport of the United States, which also determines that the influence of the NBA is difficult to surpass that of the rugby league NFL.

Therefore, if you want to expand the influence of basketball, you must jump out of the scope of the United States or even North America, and go to the world to grab territory.

And looking at the whole world, Europe is football territory.It is more difficult to go to Europe to compete with the five major football leagues than to compete with the rugby league in the United States.

Elsewhere, the markets in South America and the Middle East are too small.As for Africa, don't even think about it.The only place with market potential is East Asia, which is China.

So as soon as he took office, Stern did something that many Americans criticized at the time, but it also proved his foresight in the future.

Stern came to BJ very low-key and waited for several hours at the entrance of the sports channel, waiting for an opportunity to meet with the sports channel officials.

Then he used extremely humble words to win an opportunity to show the charm of the NBA in front of the Chinese audience at a free price.He knew that this was an opportunity to open up the largest market outside the United States.

History will prove that opportunities belong to those who are prepared and have vision.

After more than [-] years of intensive cultivation, the Chinese market has finally yielded fruitful results.

When Chinese players entered the league for three consecutive years, when two All-Star starters were born in China, watching the continuous inflow of money from China, listening to the ratings of the league's games in China.Stern sometimes wakes up laughing from his dreams.

Wang Zhizhi was Stern's favorite at the beginning. He became famous internationally very early. Wang Zhizhi, who was able to face David Robinson in the Olympics at the age of 19, was the best big man in China in the 90s.Stern thinks that he has the potential to become a big bird or a big dream belonging to the yellow race.

So in order for Wang Zhizhi to go to the United States successfully, Stern used many connections.They even invited the White House to come forward and let the then President Clinton build momentum for Wang Zhizhi.

But it is a pity that the obstruction of the Chinese Basketball Association and Bayi Team made Wang Zhizhi lose the opportunity to fully realize his potential even though he successfully came to the United States in 2001.Although it has survived in the alliance, it is difficult to have the opportunity to become China's largest export commodity to the United States.

But to Stern's delight, soon, in 02.03, Yao Ming and Wang Shipeng, two talented players inside and outside, joined the league, making the NBA truly feel the power of China.

Especially Wang Shipeng, this little guy is Stern's favorite.The style of play is gorgeous, the strength is strong, and it is the most popular shooting guard position. Most importantly, he is still playing in Chicago.

Simply perfect.

Wang Shipeng did not disappoint Stern either.In his rookie season, he performed at the All-Star level, beating the talents of the 03 generation to win the best rookie.If it weren't for Stern's fear of not being able to explain to some right-wing forces and using some special methods, James might not even be eligible to share the best rookie with Wang.

This season is even more incredible. In the past January, Wang's performance was almost unique in the league.

Thinking of more and more income from China, Stern felt that Wang Shipeng was like a big golden doll.

For the sake of the dollar, Stern had already ordered to give Wang Shipeng star treatment, that is, to be able to enjoy star whistle.

On this day, Stern was sitting in front of the TV watching the Cavaliers and the Nuggets.Although Stern's international operation has been very successful, he still understands that North America is the foundation of the NBA.

So he followed the two most dazzling American stars of the 03 generation, James and Anthony.

Stern hoped that the two, especially James, could suppress Wang Shipeng.This is in the best interests of the league and himself.

During the intermission of the game, Stern was leaning on the boss chair while listening to the two guys Barkley and Smith talking on the TV. While resting, Stern suddenly heard Barkley talking about fighting.

This was what he was most afraid of.Stern has been committed to making the NBA a gentleman's sports league.Since the confrontation and enthusiasm are no match for the NFL, let's grab fans from the perspective of elegance and gentleman.

So since he became president, he has been cracking down on court violence.For this reason, he did not hesitate to change the rules several times to encourage offense and limit confrontation.

Even if it is denounced by a group of veteran stars such as Barkley for turning basketball into a girl's sport.But it is undeniable that the league has indeed become more and more popular with the middle class under Stern's series of reforms.

So Stern felt nervous when he heard the word fight.

Just sitting upright, Stern's secretary, a beautiful big girl, ran in.

"President, something happened."

Stern took a deep breath: "Say."

"In the game between the Clippers and the Bulls just now, at the end of the second quarter, Brand fouled Wang maliciously, which triggered a brawl. Especially after the referee quickly controlled the situation, Brand still did it, and..."

The female secretary was a little hesitant, because she found that the face of the president in front of her was very scary.

"What's the matter, and what?" Stern's voice was cold and scary.

"Brand's fist hit the referee on duty and knocked Morris out on the spot."

Stern didn't know what to say at this time, and at the same time, the ins and outs of the whole incident began to be played on TV.

From Stern's point of view, Brand is a complete asshole, and this would have been a very beautiful game.But Brand's impulsiveness ruined it all.As for Wang Shipeng making the first move, he thinks it's not a problem at all.

"Bastard!" Stern angrily swept everything off the desk.

Secretary Dabo was trembling nervously, she knew more about the horror of this old man than anyone else.When it's okay, he may be very gentle in order to coax you into bed.But once the President gets angry, he'd better be more obedient.

Stern glanced at the female secretary, he was quite satisfied with this woman so far.Whether it's work ability or bed ability, at least he hasn't gotten tired of it yet.

"Have a meeting, call Stu the convener."

The secretary nodded to Stern, and hurriedly left to notify.

Stern leaned back on the boss chair to rest for a while, and then opened his eyes to look at the only report that was still on the table.It seems to have made a decision.

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