Chapter 138: Retribution
Chapter 138: Retribution
But this time, Su Feng, as a point guard, did not have such trouble. If Su Feng's signature shoes can sell well, it will be an insurmountable record.
Su Feng, who has just been pushed to the forefront because of the team's victory over the Anderson packers, is now in full swing with Marrakech City's sky-high contract extension.
Outside, most people speculate that Su Feng's contract is 110 million for 10 years. If they knew that Su Feng's contract price was much higher than Ross's 250 million, it was estimated that they would be fired.
Before Julius Owen's signature shoes were officially put into production, there were many rumors and petitions on the official website of Marrakech City. "Give us your shoes, hurry!"
This kind of world-class influence is exactly what the city of Marrakech aspires to see. Their crazy cheering and momentum seem to have made Su Feng a real superstar.
However, sports and entertainment are different. Celebrities can't do without publicity and packaging, but sports stars can't get ahead just by publicity and packaging. Your place in the league and in the world depends on whether you can win the game!
In the second round of the playoffs, the signing of the Anderson Packers attracted much attention. Before the start of the game, Anderson Packers head coach Hollins said that the Anderson Packers will show a better defensive performance today and will not allow the Baltimore Bullets to play a smooth offense.
Although down 1-0, the Anderson packers clearly didn't concede defeat. They also want to be promoted, and they also want to climb Su Feng's body. And, they really have that confidence.
'We didn't play well as a team, but they did the opposite. Our defence wasn't as good as it used to be and there was a lot to adjust. But we will forget about the last defeat and go back to playing our level. Clyde Drexler also expressed his determination in an interview with ESPN.
No one wants to see it happen because they beat themselves. The Anderson packers want to get a city back, not just for the playoffs, but for their dignity.
Wasn't it nice that you signed a $1 billion contract with Marrakech City before the game? Now, I'm going to give this new "Mr. 100 million yuan" a taste of failure!
Carlisle experienced the intensity of the second race. Now, the Anderson Packers no longer use trapping tactics against Su Feng, but play the man-to-man defense to the extreme.
No matter who gets the ball, the Baltimore Bullets will have a hard time getting offensive opportunities. Facing the ferocious Randolph, Dave Debusschel played harder than in the previous match. Without the most powerful firepower support point of the "German chariot", it was difficult for Su Feng to lead the whole team to attack.
Therefore, Su Feng can only use his crazy individual scores to make up for the shortcomings of his teammates as he did in the second half of the regular season. As a result, under the tight defense of Anderson's packers, Su Feng was exhausted!
Just when the Spaniard thought everything was fine, a hand suddenly reached out of his back and pulled out the basketball he had just thrown out!
Hakim Olajuwon looked back in surprise and saw Su Feng flying past him.
"Good cover! The defense saved the Moldovan Baltimore Bullets
"The irony is that the best defensive player lost to Yi Jianlian's defense."
"Another blocker with big and small blocks is definitely a defender with the heart of a center!"
After landing, Su Feng glared fiercely at Hakim Olajuwon. The Spaniards panicked. This guy is really bad. Nothing seems to stop him, if he wants to!
Although Su Feng successfully blocked the ball, because the basketball went out of bounds, the right side of the ball still belonged to the Anderson packers. Randolph walks to the baseline and prepares to serve. Su Feng hid in the crowd, like a hunter peeking the barrel of a gun out of the grass, ready to give Anderson the packer a fatal blow.
"We just want to use this contract clause to refer to some specific NBA awards, such as the Most Valuable Player, All-Star Team, NBA championship, temporary All-Star award, two or three awards, and so on. To avoid repeating all of the above granted names in the contract, choose a noun to refer to them. That is, as long as he does not return empty-handed for two consecutive years in the next 10 years, there is no need to worry about his quota being reduced. Elvin Johnson opened his hand, and with such an explanation, it didn't seem too much to ask.
Even if Su Jung-chang's roster has been losing for two years, it is almost impossible for him to develop with an All-Star. Unless, what serious injuries did Su Feng suffer. But injuries are unpredictable. What's more, so far, Su Feng has played full-time for three consecutive seasons. He is not physically fragile and is less susceptible to serious injuries than the youngest MVP, Rose.
In Oscar Robertson's opinion, there is nothing wrong with the other details of the contract. Su Feng must wear Marrakech shoes to all public occasions. In the future, even if Levina gave Julius Owen boots from Kriezmann's generation, Julius Owen would only be able to collect them, not wear them.
The city of Marrakech has the right to promote its products by posting on Julius Owen's social media accounts. In addition, Marrakech City has the right to unilaterally terminate the contract if Julius Owen is involved in a public scandal. If someone came across this clause, Oscar Robertson might hesitate. But for Su Feng, Dave Debusscel is still very comfortable with his private life.
Most importantly, this contract is a signed shoe contract. That said, in the coming years, the city of Marrakech will be heavily developing Julius Owen's signature shoes. For top players, a high-value signed shoe endorsement contract can give him more exposure, show his more personal side, and help the player better engage with fans and consumers. There's no denying that the players are signing long-term contracts that will bring extra value to their careers.
Think about how popular Nike's James, Durant and Kobe collections are around the world, and you can see why Marrakech City is so keen to create shoes for Julius Irving. Signature shoes are usually the hottest and most popular. The influence of the signature shoe continues throughout the fans' upbringing, representing the unique style and story of their favorite players.
After Oscar Robertson carefully studied all the terms and conditions, the experienced manager nodded to Su Feng that there were no other problems with the contract, and if you wanted, we can sign it now. ”
When Oscar Robertson's heart jumped to Robert Parrish's throat. Just now he received an internal news that Nike has prepared an ultra-high-priced contract of 300 million yuan for Su Feng within 11 years! If Julius Owen doesn't sign now, Marrakech City could well lose the most popular brand ambassador. Looking at Su Feng's expressionless appearance, Robert Parrish even felt that he was more nervous than throwing the best ball.
Su Feng looked at Oscar Robertson, and then looked at the number "0" on the contract. Since Oscar Robertson said it didn't matter, what kind of opinion could he make, and who didn't know anything about the contract? The conditions are not too harsh, but there are a lot of incentives. Su Feng didn't think much about it, and picked up the pen on the table.
After the signing, Su Feng will become one of the most expensive shoe endorsements in the basketball world. But now he didn't think much about it, all he knew was that he and his mother would never have to live those bloody days again.
Su Feng made up his mind and signed the contract. Until this moment, Elvin Johnson finally breathed a sigh of relief. I'm sorry, Nike. You have 1 billion yuan now, and there is nowhere to smash it! You've got James, Durant and Kobe, and right now, we're hoarding potential stocks like Rose and Julius Irving! It seems that the transformation of the city of Marrakech is about to succeed.
When the matter was settled, Elvin Johnson raised his glass excitedly. To be exact, it was a coffee cup, because Su Feng insisted on not drinking it. After all, he still has a game tomorrow.
"Well, let's forget about all the serious terms for a moment. Happy Summer, Oscar Robertson. Thank you for your efforts over the past three years. I believe that in the next ten years, our cooperation will be even more pleasant! ”
"Yes, you pay, we work." Oscar Robertson also raised his glass and said, "Cheers, I think in the future, we will be in a better mood when we sit together and enjoy the beautiful scenery of White Rock Lake." ”
"Are you kidding, kid? Do you think this is still a three-year-long, multi-million renminbi skirmish? I wouldn't have dared to make any decisions without you
"Can they give me a few hundred million yuan?" Su Feng joked with Dave Debusschel, so he deliberately used a very exaggerated number.
"You're right this time, kid. Ten years later, it was 250 million yuan. You decide whether you want to come or not. ”
Oscar Robertson's serious tone made Su Feng's basketball fall to the ground.
The beautiful sunset reflects the surface of the lake in orange. The sky and the water form a single piece, which seems to form the path to the sky. Countless tourists raised their cameras at Baiyan Lake and took this incomparably beautiful photo.
"What a beautiful view." Through the window, Elvin Johnson admires the unique beauty of White Rock Lake. It's nice to buy a villa in a place like this.
"The view of White Rock Lake is really nice. If you have time, you can go for a walk around the lake. Opposite Ervin Johnson, Oscar Robertson smiled and said a few words, but Su Feng next to him sat on the stool expressionlessly and took a sip of coffee.
"Also, how much did you spend on this villa?" Elvin Johnson's eyes looked back from the window and landed on Su Feng's cold face.
"More than a million, I heard that there are still vacant houses for sale", Su Feng replied softly, thinking that the other party also wanted to buy a house here. However, Elvin Johnson has something to say.
"More than a million? That's only one-third of your endorsement income. Hahaha, this house is really good for money, and Elvin Johnson said this to deliberately emphasize the high contract offered by Marrakech City to Julius Owen.
"You've been doing great in the playoffs lately. Today, as I was passing by the American Airlines Center Stadium, I saw a Marrakech City ad that you were endorsing outside. Honestly, our program is a perfect fit for you, and your outstanding performance has also doubled our revenue. If we continue to sign a contract with you for 3.3 million RMB, it will be the biggest disrespect to you! So, Armstrong and I decided to sign you to a new long-term contract today after taking in the beauty of White Rock Lake, and Elvin Johnson got straight to the point.
Robert Parrish said Armstrong then pushed the contract to Su Feng and Oscar Robertson. When they saw a string of "0" behind the contract endorsement fee, both of them were stunned. This time it's Marrakech City, but play for real!
"250 million yuan in 10 years, I don't think any company can show more sincerity than us." Looking at the surprised expressions of Oscar Robertson and Su Feng, Elvin Johnson grinned proudly. Although Oscar Robertson is a top coach, it is the first time he has handled such a huge contract for his own players!
Although Su Feng heard Oscar Robertson say his phone number on the phone, he couldn't help but swallow it after seeing the contract with his own eyes. Su Feng's pursuit of money is not as strong as when he first joined the alliance, but in the face of hundreds of millions of yuan in rewards, he is a normal person who will be moved.
Dave Debusscel knows more than Su Feng, but he also knows that 250 million yuan is almost a price you don't have to consider. Last year, Marrakech City signed a 14-year, 190 million yuan contract with Ross. Su Feng's contract is only 10 years, but it is worth 250 million. As a top manager, Oscar Robertson naturally understands this kind of elementary school math. The two parties have reached a confidentiality agreement on the details of this contract extension, with the aim of preventing Ross's team from clashing with Marrakech City. That's a lot higher than Rose's offer, and it also shows the high expectations of Marrakech City.
"Mr. Robert Parish, this is not a small amount. What do you think? Oscar Robertson looked at Su Feng. Although 200 million or 500 million is already an astronomical amount, if Su Feng is willing, Oscar Robertson will continue to raise the price. But Su Feng is not the kind of greedy person, 250 million, this price has always made him very satisfied.
Seeing Su Feng nodding slightly, Dave Debuschanel carefully looked at the details of the contract. Admittedly, the number of 250 million people in the last decade is indeed a lot, but the experienced Oscar Robertson knows that he cannot be overwhelmed by the joy of the moment.
"Athlete Award?" When Oscar Robertson, who was looking through the contract, saw such a strange word, he couldn't help but ask a few questions. The contract said that if Su Feng did not win any "athlete awards" for two consecutive years, the income from the endorsement contract would be reduced by 50%. The problem is that the term "athlete awards" doesn't exist in the NBA. Oscar Robertson looked up at Robert Parrish and hoped he could explain.
The four coffee cups gently touch each other to make a crisp sound. A great contract was born unconsciously under the sunset of Baiyan Pond!
"You stand for me!" Elvin Johnson abruptly called off his deputy general manager.
"What, you changed your mind? I said that the amount of this contract was too large. Armstrong smirked. Robert Parrish is passionate about his work, but sometimes he is too ambitious.
"No, I haven't changed my mind. I just want to go with you personally! When Armstrong realized that Elvin Johnson had changed into a valuable Armani suit, Elvin Johnson stood up. This guy has a plan. Admittedly, this contract negotiation is likely to change Marrakech City's market position, how can he be absent from the position of general manager of North America?
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On the huge indoor basketball court, only Su Feng was still shooting silently. When someone pushed open the door, Dave Debusscel stretched out his head and waved to Su Feng.
"Go back early and get some rest. There's a game tomorrow night. ”
"Okay, I see, Knight Archibald." Su Feng nodded lightly, and then continued to devote himself to training.
After Knight Archibald closed the door, Su Feng was left on the basketball court again. Su Feng took a breath. His training clothes were all wet, but the guy wasn't meant to stop. After all, this guy's success doesn't depend on luck.
After throwing a few balls on the basketball court, Su Feng's mobile phone suddenly rang. The Chinese defender didn't think much of it, and usually at this time Vignali would call him to say goodnight. In the United States, of course, only in the afternoon.
But when he picked up his phone, the number on the caller ID surprised Su Feng a little. Oscar Robertson, a manager who never bothers himself easily, would never have found himself if it weren't for exceptional circumstances.
Su Feng nervously answered the phone, thinking that no matter how busy the business contract was, he would push it away. During the playoffs, I can't be distracted by other things.
"Where are you now, kid!" As soon as the phone was connected, Oscar Robertson's anxious voice came from the receiver.
"I'm at the training ground. What's wrong? Su Feng looked confused, this guy shouldn't have flown over again.
"I just landed at Moldovan Treasury International Airport and I'll be on your doorstep in 40 minutes!"
"When are you going to tell me before you come?" Su Feng shook his head. Oscar Robertson seems to be taken by surprise every time.
"It's too late to inform you now. Are you still practicing? Put down the basketball and go home. Today, we have a very important contract to sign. ”
"An important contract?" Su Feng scratched his head, his contract with the Baltimore bullets will not expire until next year, and even if he renews it early, he will have to wait until next season. What other contracts are important in this case?
"Oh my God, don't you care what brand you register?"
"I don't care, because you arranged it." Su Feng's answer was very frank. On weekdays, as long as there is business activities, Oscar Robertson will help Julius Owen get everything smoothly.
"Hmmm... Today, Elvin Johnson will personally visit your house and we may sign the next contract on your 3,000 RMB mahogany table. ”
"Elvin Johnson?"