"Feng, why are you giving him 70 million? 60 million is more than enough. If it is 70 million, that team will surely suffer losses. "Trump does not understand Feng Yu's decision.
"That might not be the case. As long as the team has a popular star player, the fans will still like the team even if the results are bad."
"But this team does not have that."
"Then let's trade. No one in this team is not for sale. In fact, I like this year's draft picks more. Although Sterling had managed the team badly, the contract states that we will not bear any debts, and the salaries of his team's management team are very low. This is your check. Thank you for your hard work today. "
Trump shook his head. Can't Feng Yu tell it is because Sterling is too stingy, and the Clippers are the worst team? But when he saw the 3.5 million USD on the cheque, he was satisfied. Feng Yu had given him an extra 500,000 USD. Two days of preparation time, plus less than an hour of negotiation, and he could get so much money. It was very worth it.
Actually, Feng Yu did not mention that the contract states that Sterling must negotiate with the league, and after Feng Yu takes over the team, the team's name can be changed to LA Wind and Rain. Feng Yu had written down some other troublesome matters in the contract.
It is not easy for Sterling to get this 70 million USD.
A good team must have good stars and a head coach. This year, a famous coach's contract had expired and is not renewing his contract with his former team.
"Mr. Karl, I had watched some of the Sonics' matches and am impressed with your coaching. I had just reached an agreement with Sterling, and he will sell the LA Clippers to me in one month. I would like to invite you to be the new head coach of this team! "
Feng Yu had invited the current head coach of the Sonics, George Karl. He is a famous coach in the NBA who likes to have a balanced offense and defense.
Karl frowned. He had two options. The first option was to renew his contract with the Hypersonics. However, the boss of the Hypersonics would not give him a high salary because he could not bring the Hypersonics to greater heights. The second was to sign with the Bucks, but the owner of Milwaukee was not a generous person. Now, he had a third option.
"What requirements does Mr. Feng have for the team? What kind of contract are you going to give me? "
Upon hearing Karl's question, Feng Yu knew that Karl was tempted. That would be easy. It was nothing more than a matter of spending a little more money. Anyway, the average salary of a coach nowadays was not high, even for a famous manager like George Karl.
"To be honest, I don't like any of the current players in the team. I want to hoard this year's draft picks or form a new team through trades. I don't have any requirements for results next year. I just want you to play offensive basketball, which is to attract the fans through beautiful attacks. I've already made a reservation for the top draft pick. I'm going to pick the guy from North College called Vince Carter. His physical talent is off the charts, his IQ isn't bad either, and his style of play is very enjoyable to watch. I intend to give you a five-year contract for 16 million US dollars. What do you think? "
This contract was higher than what the Bucks had offered, and the Bucks' owner's demands were higher. In Karl's heart, he was already leaning towards signing with the Clippers. However, there were still some issues that needed to be discussed.
"Can I discuss with the manager and trade for the players I want? Also, can I choose my own assistant coach? "
"Of course you can. I think that the head coach has more say than the team manager when it comes to player trades. The head coach has the final say in the coaching team, as long as you think it's suitable. If you can trade for Pippen or something like that, paying the luxury tax is not a problem. "
Karl stood up and extended his hand to Feng Yu. "Mr. Feng, I'm willing to coach your team."
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"What did you say? Feng Yu, that guy, really went to talk to Sterling? It seems like it went through? Hahaha, that idiot. He thinks that just because it's in Los Angeles, he can make money? I don't think his team will make the playoffs in five years. They'll just continue to suck! "
Allen was discussing the future of the team with the Blazers' manager. He also wanted the team to win the championship as soon as possible, even if he had to pay the luxury tax. He could not lose to Feng Yu on this point!
The fastest way was to gather all the celebrities and have them form a group. However, he did not have any bargaining chips. Also, none of the all-star contracts he wanted expired this year.
Fortunately, he was not worried about the team's record being surpassed by the Clippers. He could still brag to Feng Yu and attack Feng Yu.
"Boss, I heard that George Karl contacted them. I think George Karl will become the head coach of the Clippers next season."
"Without good players and with a team full of injured players, even Phil Jackson could not lead the team to the playoffs, let alone Karl. But you're right, we can't not guard against them. Pay attention to them. If their team wants to trade, try to find a way to mess it up. If it's a star player, we'll intercept it! "Allan sneered. If you want to rebuild the team, you have to ask us first!
"Should I contact the other teams? I have a good relationship with the managers of a few teams."
"That would be for the best. Don't worry, I will not mistreat you." Allen was in a good mood. His team manager network was wider. How could Feng Yu compete with him?
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"Boss, you don't want the players on the team? Our team still has some good players, but they are injured. They will definitely be worth a lot this year, "Clippers manager Elgin Baylor said.
"We only need to keep one or two experienced veterans. As for the rest, try to use rookies. Your task now is to hoard draft picks. At least two picks in the first and second rounds. It would be best if they are near the top. "
Feng Yu looked at this year's draft list. It was as if he saw a former second-round all-star – Rashard Lewis. Feng Yu thought that this player was worth a first-round pick.
Baylor wanted to say, "Boss, if you don't understand the operation of the team, don't give orders blindly. The team needs to be filled with rookies, but they have to be willing to accept their contracts." As a result, they could only trade for two high-paid but low-skilled veterans, and then hoard draft picks and rookies.
But would this really help the future of the team? The boss did not understand basketball. Did Karl not understand? Did he really discuss this plan with Karl?
"Right, I want the players who can run and jump. We will focus on offensive basketball next season."
"Boss, not every team can play show-time." He thought that Feng Yu wanted to replicate the Lakers' style of play.
"It doesn't matter. As long as it looks good. Winning is secondary. Do you think you can win the championship in the first year after the rebuild? The first thing we need to do is to let everyone know that there is another basketball team in Los Angeles besides the Lakers! "
"Okay, boss. I will try my best."
"Not try your best. You must do it this way!"
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