Brockman is back in the opposite position with Link, which is the most annoying thing he has in training.

Although Brockman gives the impression of being a violent insider, in fact, this gentleman is 2 centimeters shorter than Link. With neither height nor agility dominating, Brockman struggled to keep Link at bay

Although the two have been cleared of their previous suspicions, this does not mean that Brockman will be merciful in training. This can be said to be Brockman's shortcomings, but it can also be said to be his strengths. He is used to playing every game, even if it's just a training match, as if it were the most important game.

Link controlled the ball from the outside, and Brockman had to run to the high post with open arms to defend.

"Damn, what are you smiling at, kid!"

Seeing the seemingly absent smile on Link's face, Brockman couldn't help but scold.

"I laugh at you, and you scold me. Okay, then you're welcome. ”

Not to be outdone, Link responded, then charged Brockman with the ball.

Although the two are still bickering, the bickering between the two is not mixed with any personal grudges in it.

Just as Link was about to collide with Brockman, the Chinese striker suddenly turned around with Brockman as the axis.

Brockman only felt a darkness in front of him, and Link wiped past him.

By the time he tried to chase down Link, Link had already hit a pull-up jumper one step inside the free throw line. Effortlessly, Link scored again. A solid mid-range pull-up jumper, a typical "Link-esque" score.

"Hahaha, I said I wouldn't be polite, man." Link cheered confidently, it stands to reason that breaking through with the ball is not Link's forte, but he just did it on purpose.

Brockman, despite his small forward stature, is slower than many NBA-level No. 4 positions. And Link has been feeling a lot lighter since he was upgraded yesterday. So, just now he did an experiment.

As it turns out, he's more free to break through with the ball now. Brockman's defence seemed to Link in slow motion, and he had a lot easier to do than before.

Brockman didn't get angry at Link's taunt, but just scratched his head.

As soon as he turned around, Link was already near the free throw line. Brockman always felt that Link seemed to be getting a lot faster today.

However, under normal circumstances, it is impossible for a professional player to quickly improve his physical fitness in a short period of time.

"It must be an illusion." Brockman told himself, but he didn't know that his feelings were incomparably more accurate.

And just like that, today's confrontational training ends. As always, Link's team won the game.

The day after tomorrow, the Blues will play away to challenge the Texas Legends, a subordinate team of the Dallas Mavericks. Because he has to go home to pack his luggage, and Link has been practicing a little too hard in the past few days, he needs to rest well. So today, Link didn't stay to practice, and went home early as soon as the training was over.

I thought it would be an ordinary and energetic day. However, as soon as Link walked out of the BLU team's training hall door, he was stopped by an old man with gray hair.

"Link, thank goodness I'm still practicing because you're going to do it. It's good that you didn't keep me waiting too long. ”

The old man greeted Link familiarly, as if they had known each other for a long time. In fact, however, this was only the first time they had met.

Although it was the first time they met, Link recognized who this guy was at first sight. He was a little surprised, but he tried to hide his surprise.

"Let's go, let's find a place to talk. You haven't been able to contact me, and I thought maybe I should reach out to you. It's good to be on guard, Link. But you should at least give me a chance to pick the lock in your heart. ”

The old man smiled and pointed to Link's chest, "I've already booked a restaurant, let's talk." ”

"Okay." Link nodded and followed the old man into the car.

The person who came was none other than Jeff, who called Link the other day. Austin! This super manager landed in Oklahoma, not for Durant, not for Westbrook or for James. Harden.

It's for a rising star in the development league.

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Neither before nor after crossing over, Link had no idea of a high-end restaurant. So when he walked into the restaurant, where everyone from customers to waiters were dressed in formal attire, he suddenly felt a little embarrassed.

"It's okay, Link. We were seated in a cubicle on the second floor, which was an extremely private space. So, you don't have to worry about what you wear. ”

As if to see Link's predicament, Jeff. Austin immediately eliminated Link's embarrassment.

From this small detail, Link can tell that the super manager and Carl. The difference between Jones's kind of garbage manager. Jeff. Austin is very good at reassuring the players, and he doesn't forget to think about the players even the little details.

The most important thing is that he is such a big name, and a manager with an annual salary of one million dollars actually ran to Oklahoma specifically for himself, which is enough to prove his sincerity.

After sitting down, I ordered, Jeff. Austin looked at Link with a smile on his face. He didn't talk directly to Link about cooperation, but talked about life.

"I heard that you fired your former manager and paid him $50,000 in liquidated damages? That is, you fought for nothing in those 10 days with Team Rocket? ”

Seeing Link look at himself in surprise, Jeff. Austin smiled, "Don't be surprised, I'm a professional basketball manager. For us, intelligence means money. Therefore, we will not let go of any gossip. ”

"Well," Link nodded, "but spending $50,000 to see a person is not too much to pay." ”

"Hahahaha, that's right. But I must point out that you are not doing this wisely. The right thing to do is that you should let it go until you sign a new manager. After signing a manager, the manager will handle it for you. If it were me, I could help you deal with the breach of contract a little more tactfully. Even if you really have to pay liquidated damages, I can help you pay in advance, and you don't have to waste the 50,000 you earned in the Rockets. ”

"You...... Why tell me this. ”

"Because I would say managers are for the players, and it's our job to help you deal with these things off the basketball court. Managers should follow the players' train of thought, rather than players being led by the nose by the manager. Trust me, even if we don't end up reaching a cooperation agreement, these words will be very applicable to you. ”

Link sighed, there is no harm without comparison. As you can see in these few words, Jeff. Austin and Carl. Jones is not a level man at all. If only he had met Jeff earlier. Austin, maybe you don't have to make such a big detour.

"Jeff. Mr. Austin, I know how famous you are in the NBA. I believe in your abilities and I am confident in your connections. But I don't understand, why do managers like you have to look for me? Link is no longer beating around the bush, he needs a reasonable reason to believe in another manager who has popped up out of nowhere.

"Want to hear the truth? Because the market behind you is just too big, Link. Although you are Chinese-American, your yellow skin does not change. Compared to other NBA players, you have unique commercial value! I'm not a philanthropist, and I'm not going to help a development league player for nothing. But you're different, me and you, we can achieve a win-win situation. ”

Austin was halfway through when the waiter brought the food. After the waiter retreated, Austin continued.

"I'm not going to deceive you, I'm telling you very clearly that I want to find you because you have the value I need. But again, I'm not going to just drain your value and ignore your future. If you are not at ease, I can promise in the contract. I won't take a cut of your contract until you sign a guaranteed contract with the NBA, and I won't take you to a business event. And until then, I can bear all your food, clothing, housing and transportation expenses for you. ”

Austin made his own terms, and in the draft, there were indeed a lot of managers who stuffed money into the rookies to get them to reach a deal. But Link is not a rookie, so Austin has changed his way of "stuffing money".

"In fact, I've been in a breath with a couple of NBA teams, and they're all interested in you. When I say interest, I mean the kind of interest in signing a guarantee contract. Take you to fight for ten days to make some quick money and then get out? Come on, that's not my style. Just a word from you, Link. You don't even have to go to Texas the day after tomorrow to play on the road, because I'm going to send you to the NBA right away. ”

“NBA？” Hearing these three letters, Link's eyes lit up, "You mean, there are still NBA teams interested in me?" ”

"Hahahaha, who wouldn't be interested in someone who scored 52 points in the Development League to break the personal Development League scoring record? Rest assured, the NBA is your stage. For you, the development alliance simply can't do anything. ”

Jeff. Austin launched all his "chips" in one go, did not charge a commission fee before signing a guaranteed contract, did not participate in commercial activities until the NBA, and solved all the living expenses before Link and the NBA team officially cooperated......

Link must admit that the stakes are too big.

He had a feeling of heartbeat.