The Way of the Center

Chapter 59 : Defining the future

After the draft, An Jie was immediately surrounded by reporters. Not only Chinese reporters, but many local media in the United States were very interested in the new Chinese who joined the NBA. CCTV also sent an interview team to shoot. This was their first official interview with Anjie. After all, An Jie is not a player within the system, so before the draft, CCTV has not paid much attention to An Jie.

An Jie also kept a smile, and did not show the media because of the deal.

“Is there a sense of inheritance in joining my teacher’s old club?” The question was an American journalist. Divac is Anjie’s center coach. It’s no secret, but they don’t know yet. The thing is, Anjie is no longer a member of the Kings team.

“This is the best ending for me and Divac. I was so excited when I heard that I was selected by the Kings.” An Jie smiled at the camera, after a summer, Meslav had arranged. , An Jie is now able to perform well in front of the media.

Anjie didn’t get bored and accepted interviews with reporters one by one, which of course satisfied the curiosity of domestic fans about this big man. CCTV reporters also sent blessings to An Jie’s career after the interview. However, the whole process of An Jie was just a strong smile. What will happen to him now is simply confusing, let alone what went well with the Kings. .

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Unlike the quiet morning in Ames, the city of New York does not seem to stop for 24 hours. Maybe An Jie was upset, maybe New York was really too noisy. In short, An Jie didn’t sleep well in the hotel the night after the draft, and found it dawned in a daze.

But there is another person who has worked harder than Anjie, and that is Meslav. He spent his night directly on the plane yesterday, and after casually finding a small hotel to rest, he officially started Anjie’s negotiation.

The general manager of the Kings did not directly participate in this negotiation. He just sent a representative of the management to Seattle. After contacting the three parties by phone, Meslav, representatives of the Kings and the general manager of the Seattle SuperSonics, Sam Presti, negotiated in the team’s general manager’s office.

Speaking of the general manager of the SuperSonics, Sam Presti, he used to be a basketball talent from the Spurs system. In 2001, he strongly recommended the Spurs to choose Tony Parker, a small sports car from France. Last year, it was his wise eyes and beading that he chose the lanky Kevin Durant in the second overall pick. As a result, Durant did not let him down. In his rookie season, Durant averaged 20.3 points per game and was undoubtedly elected the season’s rookie.

He has a very good vision for people. Although he chose Russell Westbrook in the fourth pick this season, he knows that on the road to the reconstruction of the Sonics, an excellent inside player is An indispensable part. During the draft, he hesitated for a long time between Anjie and Westbrook. In the end, he decided to choose the point guard with greater potential. The center’s matter may only be realized later through a trade. While Presti was worried, the Kings came to the door.

“I think gentlemen all know the purpose of our gathering here, so don’t talk nonsense, let’s just start.” After shaking hands with the two comers, Presti went straight to the subject.

“The Kings are willing to send Anjie and Quincy Dolby in the form of signing first and then changing, in exchange for Jeff Green of the Sonics. I think we have reached a preliminary consensus.” The representative of the Kings opened first. mouth.

“We have no opinion on this transaction. The only question now is, Mr. Meslav regarding your employer’s salary…” Presti knew that Quincy Dolby was just an addition to making the transaction legal. First of all, he just wants to replace Anjie with the awe-inspiring Jeff Green. If the deal can be achieved, then he is tantamount to successfully selecting two of his favorite players in a draft.

After that, the three negotiated for an hour, and there was no objection to the transaction. The biggest dispute now is An Jie’s salary. Meslav resorted to a full solution and tried his best to get the best contract for An Jie. .

Anjie still doesn’t know that negotiations in another city are going on fiercely. Even if Ricard and Divac come to talk to him in turn, Anjie is still in a very nervous state. Just before lunch, An Jie’s phone finally rang.

“Mr. Moslav! Thank you for your hard work, how is the negotiation going!” Anjie couldn’t wait to get on the phone.

“The deal has been basically finalized. If nothing else, your first season will wear the Sonics shirt to play in the NBA. Regarding salary, the Kings and the Sonics are willing to give a 3+1 after negotiation. The contract has a salary of 2 million in the first year, 2.15 million in the second year, 2.29 million in the third year, and 3.1 million in the fourth year. The final year is a team option.” Meslav was still a little ashamed, and An Jie was not selected before him. Those guys are bad, but this contract is too small compared to them. Meslav tried his best, but as a player with the 12th overall pick, the conditions are pretty good.

“If you are satisfied with the contract, the general manager of the Sonics hopes that you can arrange a time to meet with him, and then formally sign the contract.”

For a child from an ordinary Chinese family, the annual salary of one million dollars is already an astronomical figure. Meslav was ashamed of the contract, but the Anjie family was completely stunned by the number of the contract.

“Satisfied…satisfied…” Ruo has to go step by step, no one can get ten million annual salary from the beginning. An Jie just wants to hit the ball as soon as possible to prove himself, as long as the others are within the acceptable range.

“Mr. Meslav will not be used to go back and forth. My family and I will go to Seattle to make peace with you. Mr. Meslav will rest in Seattle for a day.” An Jie was very touched to see that Meslav was so dedicated to himself.

All the reporters are still making great contributions to the drama of An Jie’s inheritance of his master’s mantle. They don’t know that An Jie has landed on Seattle land, and he is ready to meet with the general manager of his new owner.

is still the familiar office, and the three people are still sitting there, but today, An Jie is undoubtedly the protagonist.

“Hello An, we have seen your performance in the NCAA, I believe you are the player we need!” Presti saw An Jie coming in and immediately shook hands with An Jie enthusiastically, without any general manager. Shelf. And the last sentence “You are the player we need” deeply touched An Jie’s heart.

The Kings representative looked at all this indifferently, anyway, his task had been completed. Had it not been for the Kings to sign first and then change, he would not have been in this office long ago.

“I am also very happy to be able to join the Sonics. I told Mr. Meslav a long time ago that I want to play for the Sonics.” Anjie also responded positively. He and Presti completely represented the Kings. As air.

“We are a rebuilding team. Last year, Kevin Durant was still the main player on the team as a rookie and achieved good results. We are willing to give new players opportunities, so as long as Anjie you perform well, I guarantee that the starting center position is reserved for you.” Presti can be said to be sincere. Compared with the indifferent Kings team, Anjie really felt that he was in the right place.

“Your manager has already seen the contract. If there is no problem, please sign it.” The representative of the Kings team can no longer stand the two men talking about the future unscrupulously in front of him. This is simply a waste. His time!

Anjie accepted the contract, rolled his eyes and looked at Meslav. Meslav just nodded slightly, and Anjie bluntly signed his name on the contract.

“So now…” Presti looked at the representative of the Kings team, the contract has been signed, and Anjie is officially a member of the Kings team.

“After the 30-day transaction freeze day has passed, we will conclude the transaction!” After the representative said this, he raised his briefcase and turned away without grace. He seemed out of place in this office Although it was a contract signed with the Kings, I still want to say, welcome to join the Sonics! “Presti smiled, who doesn’t like the feeling of being trusted? An Jie felt the great trust from Presti here.

After that, Presti gave An Jie a brief introduction to the history of the Sonics, and took An Jie to visit the various facilities of the team stadium at will. But he also admitted that the team is likely to face relocation next season, but he also called Anjie and Moslav not to panic, they will ensure the normal operation of the team.

signed the first contract of his NBA career, Anjie also officially became a professional player. Seattle stayed up at night, and An Jie was indeed so excited to spend another sleepless night.

“I’m sorry, Catherine, I have been too busy these days, I have not had time to call you. You should know which rank I was selected.” Anjie lay on the bed and finally called Catherine.

“You are so stinky.” Catherine replied with a grin.

“Then what you said…”

“Okay, Anjie, I am willing to be your girlfriend.” Catherine did not hesitate, this was what she wanted.

After experiencing so much unhappiness, An Jie tonight feels like he is back in the embrace of happiness. It is also today that he is finally happy that he was selected.

Several years later, fans will use this deal to tease the stupidity of the Kings management, so the Kings finally picked a big man in the draft after many years. However, those are all things to follow Book friends are welcome to visit and read, the latest, fastest and hottest serial works are all at mobile phone users please go to read.