Basketball UFO

The transfer market is a battlefield without smoke. In the summer of 1996, every NBA team was going crazy. There were so many high-quality players to compete for that it was dizzying.

Bulls owner Reinsdorf looked at Jordan's agent David Falk and said, "David, this is probably the stupidest thing you've ever said to me. There's no way I would do that. You mean, if I report an error If I pay the price, I will lose the greatest player in history, and I won’t even have a chance to fight back?”

"Listen, this is what Michael wants."

"I can give you the first quotation that I think is reasonable, and then you can make a judgment."

David Falke smiled and said, "Okay."

"Is the first number 2?"

As soon as Reinsdorf finished speaking, the two fell into a long silence.

"No, the first number is not 2." David Falke replied.

Michael Jordan is the crown jewel of the NBA. After returning from retirement, he led the team to win the championship last season, proving that he can still dominate the league.

To sign a new contract this summer, the Bulls are under great pressure. They are trying to offer a large contract with an annual salary of US$2600 million, which is currently the largest contract in the NBA.

But Jordan was not tempted, he had the initiative.

After a little provocation, the ultimate dog-licking Knicks eagerly handed Jordan a blank check and asked Jordan to fill in the numbers.

In order to retain Jordan, the Bulls had to do something special, and finally gave him a contract with an annual salary of more than 3000 million. It is more than 50% higher than the current highest salary in the league.

After Jordan's problem is solved, the Bulls must also solve the contracts of head coach Phil Jackson and "Big Bug" Rodman.

Another player who ranks among the top ten players in NBA history announced his retirement this summer.

Magic Johnson announced his retirement. This is the second time he has announced his retirement. The first time was in 1991 because of the HIV virus, the Lakers retired his jersey.

Then Magic went quiet for a while and found that his influence must rely on basketball. He announced his comeback in the 1995-96 season. He switched from point guard to forward and averaged 14.6 points, 5.7 rebounds and 6.9 assists per game. He led the Lakers into the playoffs with the fourth record in the Western Conference, losing to the Rockets in the first round.

I can only retire sadly. The era of black and white hegemony and magicians has come to an end.

O'Neal's whereabouts have also attracted much attention, and he and the Magic are completely at loggerheads. Magic management did not agree that O'Neal's annual salary should exceed Hardaway's, and then Lakers general manager Jerry West immediately took action.

A 7-year, $1.2 contract, a sensation in the league, and Kobe joining the team, the OK combination was formed.

Jordan's big contract caused a whirlwind of salary increases in the league. Countless players followed suit and always wanted to get a big contract. At present, the length of player contracts in the NBA has not been clearly defined. Most contracts start at 5 years or even 10 years.

"Uncle Huo" Juwan Howard got a 7-year, 1.1 million contract from the Washington Bullets. Last season, he averaged 19.1 points and 8 rebounds per game. Now he has been working hard for many years and is ready to enjoy it.

Alonzo Mourning, 7 million in 1.15 years.

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"Vince, have you seen it? There are big contracts flying all over the sky. As long as you perform well, you can get a super contract."

"If I only rely on my annual salary to make money, I will starve to death and not be able to support my family." Vince Carter was in summer training and didn't pay much attention to Fagan's operations.

Fagan is still negotiating a shoe contract for him. Nike, Adidas, Puma, and Converse all want to sign this potential rookie.

"You can't support your family with an annual salary of tens of millions?" Fagan spat. "I don't want to listen to you. Garnett also wants to get a big contract next season. I have to give him some advice."

The No. 1995 pick in 5, the successful high school player inspired countless high school students to skip college and enter the NBA early. The season before him, only 16 high school students declared for the draft. By this summer, 43 high school students had signed up for the draft.

But few succeed.

Carter prepares to head to training camp.

This training camp was actually organized by Charles Oakley, who found several NBA players and invited a few familiar friends. Carter was ready to improve his confrontation and shooting and agreed to Oakley's invitation.

"Iverson, Camby, Raheem, Marbury, Ray Allen...Kobe, Nash..." a voice shouted, and as long as the hexagon was pulled, a name would pop out of the strong man's mouth.

They are all talents selected in this year's draft.

"Don't mind, he's been in a bad mood lately." Oakley explained for Carter. "His name is Ben Wallace. He also signed up for this year's draft, but unfortunately he wasn't selected. He had already smashed the TV at home. Fortunately, I The equipment here is solid.”

Big book? Carter was stunned. He is a top blue-collar player. Although he is an undrafted player, he will enter the Hall of Fame in the future, which is rare.

"Hey Ben, this is Vince Carter."

Carter gave Big Ben a fist bump, "How about a one-on-one match first?"

"Great, I'm ready to blow you away, but no team picked me in the draft." Big Ben complained. He thought he could be selected in the second round, but unfortunately he waited until the last pick, but still didn't get it.

Big Ben started playing basketball, "I won't let you pass."

Carter caught the ball, stood firm with the ball, and tested the triple threat. Ben was unmoved, "Come in, I will block you."

Carter started suddenly and took great strides, but unfortunately he didn't get past the target. Because Daben directly pulled him and tore him off. Carter lost control of his body and flipped his wrist. The ball was already in his palm and he sent it forward.

It hit the net with a whoosh.

"Dog Sun, is this okay?" Daben scolded angrily.

Oakley couldn't stand it anymore and pushed Carter away. "Your offense and defense are like children's play. Ben, let's play a game first and let them see what a man's sport is."

Big Ben got excited, roared, and threw the ball to Oakley.

Oakley ran directly over him, hitting him with his shoulders and arms. Ben was accidentally hit on the lip and his mouth was broken.

Blood spurted out.

"How's it going? Do you want to play again? You're a piece of shit with a thin tongue." Oakley scolded, "Do it again."

As soon as Da Ben wiped his mouth, his hands and face were covered with blood, "I'll do it again. I won't rest today until I kill you."

Carter pursed his lips. He was mistaking brutality for toughness! They're not playing ball, they're just fighting. The two of them worked hard every time they attacked and defended, using their hands to get rid of each other.

Oakley was more experienced in fighting and defeated Big Ben.

"You practice with Carter first, and I'll deal with the others." Oakley looked at the other players, "Guys, I'm here to greet you."

"Don't come over..."

Big Ben pinched his fingers and wanted to torture Carter. Carter smiled slightly, attacked with the ball, and also engaged in physical confrontation.

With a bang, Ben was knocked away. Carter took the opportunity to cut in and get a layup.

"You're too soft. You can't play in the NBA with this intensity."

Hearing the excitement, Da Ben aroused his animal nature even more, "I just asked you to do it, now I want you to die in an ugly way."

Carter attacked again, and Ben immediately stuck to him, pulling frantically, and wrapped his hands around Carter's waist. The muscles of the two collided, and Ben's hands were a little numb.