Just as Lin Yi led the New York gang to attack Los Angeles, Jalendis, the league's two vice presidents, had a private meeting with Mark Tatum.

As Stern's assistants, these two people have a very good relationship, as good as the kind that has carried a gun together.

"Jalen, Adam's succession cannot be changed, this is something you and I know, no one can shake David's will." After taking a sip of red wine, Tatum looked at Dees and said.

"Hey, Mark, I know what you said, Adam has the ability and connections, and is indeed the best successor to David, but old man, I always feel that Adam may not be able to tolerate me after he succeeds him." Jalendis knows very well that as long as Xiao Hua succeeds to the throne, he will most likely be thrown into an idle position to retire.

As for Tatum? Xiao Hua will not move, because of the affairs of the Asia-Pacific region, no one in this alliance can do better than Tatum.

Tatum said meaningfully: "Dies, what are you talking about the last time you were discussing whether to make Lin three consecutive MVPs, the argument you had with Adam, right? ”

Dees nodded, "Mark, Adam is different from David, you and I have both contradicted David, but David does not hold a grudge because of this. Adam looked more gentlemanly, but he was actually more difficult to get along with than David. ”

Tatum was happy, "Man, do you know what you're talking about right now? Aren't you afraid of me recording? You're now publicly denigrating the character of the league's next president. ”

Diese spread his hands, "You know I'm telling the truth. ”

Tatum poured Dees a drink and said with a smile: "If you want me to say, you are more suitable than me to be in charge of the affairs of the Asia-Pacific region, you know, Jaylen, the Chinese call this a look." ”

Dice let out a long sigh, in fact, he and Xiao Hua only had some disagreements, and he also saw Xiao Hua's ability, but Dice always felt that Xiao Hua would mess up everything.

Tatum also understood what his friend was trying to say.

In fact, as the manager of the alliance, you can't run the alliance with emotions, but many times, you inevitably have to run the alliance with emotions.

Whether it was Lin Yi's MVP last year, or a bunch of gimmicks this year, everyone knows very well how much Stern loves Lin Yi.

But then again, the alliance has had a bumper harvest in the Chinese market in recent years, and why not because of Lin Yi?

Can you say that Stern's decision was wrong?

Of course not.

What Dees is worried about is exactly what Tatum is worried about.

It is only a matter of time before the alliance suppresses the Knicks and Lin Yi next, after all, with the alliance's consistent style of sharing resources equally, it is impossible for them to give all their resources to Lin Yi and the Knicks.

However...... Can Xiao Hua grasp the scale of suppression, or reasonably allocate the resources of the alliance?

Last year's discussion made Dees and Tatum see that Xiao Hua is a pure businessman.

He wants to turn the NBA into a commercial movie through and through, as long as it sells out, whether he applauds it or not.

And now everyone knows how big the league's next broadcast contract will be, and Dees has advised Stern that if the league's salary can't avoid inflation, then the league must have an emergency plan.

Because the success of the NBA lies precisely in the fact that he has a set of scientific rules of the game, but when the content of the game changes, if the rules are not updated with the times, then the game will inevitably get out of control.

It's a pity that Stern, who is now thinking about watching his grandson's performance, has long been on how to build the alliance, in the words of the old man, don't bother me to watch Lin Yi, after the retirement of labor and management, who cares about his flood?

Diess also approached Xiao Hua in private, but Xiao Hua's perfunctory words made Diess understand...... His vice president's good days are coming to an end.

Xiao Hua is obviously not a person who can tolerate dissent.

He just wants the NBA to make money.

After this reshuffle at the top of the league, the league is destined to enter an era that is unfamiliar to fans.

However, Tatum feels that he can't help his friend much, and maybe, he can only get drunk with him, right?

However, red wine is actually quite difficult to get drunk.

……

On the evening of the 18th, the Knicks arrived in Los Angeles.

And Lin Yi also received a special dinner invitation.

"Interesting." Lin Yi looked at the name on the invitation and suddenly fell into deep thought.

Jim Bass.

It's not uncommon for players to eat with other team owners in the NBA, after all, the Knicks won't play the Lakers next.

It's just that Lin Yi knows very well that the purpose of the Lakers boss inviting him to dinner will definitely not be simple.

Lin Yi's guess was not wrong at all.

"Lin, it's a pleasure to have dinner with you, you know, I'm your number one fan." Jim Bass was glad that Lin Yi did not refuse his invitation, and in addition, during this dinner, Lin Yi also met the legendary manager of the Lakers, Kupchak.

At the dinner, Kupchak described a grand blueprint for the future of the Lakers to Lin Yi, and also popularized the legendary history of the Lakers by the way.

"Kobe Bryant is old, Lin." Kupchak is no longer implicit, this is specifically explicit.

Lin Yi continued to eat with his head bored, since you like to play Tai Chi, then I will let you see the real Tai Chi method.

And looking at Lin Yi, who was unmoved no matter how Kupchak hinted, Jim Bass on the side couldn't help it.

The concentration of this goods is far worse than that of old Bass.

In Lin Yi's opinion, if it were Old Bass, he would definitely not be so impulsive to show all his hole cards.

"Lin, would you like to come to the Lakers? I can promise to give you a stake in the Lakers when you retire. The more Jim Bas spoke, the more excited he became, as if he could give Lin Yi what he wanted.

Lin Yi knew that the Lakers were serious this time.

It's different from my usual jokes with Kobe.

The Lakers have really moved their own minds!

You must know that after various communications between Jim Bass and Kupchak, the two agreed that Lin Yi is the most suitable player for the current Lakers.

He is a three-time NBA MVP with two championship trophies and is currently recognized as the league's first active player.

As long as the Lakers can poach Lin Yi, Kupchak promises that he can quickly match this Lakers team with a championship team.

As for Kobe's side, it will be better to explain, and Jim Bass will persuade Kobe to assist Lin Yi at that time.

Buss Jr. believes that by doing so, he will be able to get the Lakers back to a championship before his appointment date with his sister Jeanie Buss arrives.

At that point, he will be the de facto ruler of the Bass family.

And Jim Bass knows that the focus of digging Lin Yi is not whether the Lakers have equal bargaining chips, but Lin Yi himself.

As long as Lin Yi applied for a transaction by himself, Little Bas didn't believe that he couldn't get Lin Yi.

It's a pity that Little Bass's dream is very good, but Lin Yi feels that it is time for him to wake up.

What are you kidding, labor and management are the bosses of the Knicks, and you let an owner do the work for you?

New York is the largest city in the United States, and Los Angeles is only the second......

From the first to the second, Lin Yike will not do this kind of stupid thing of degrading.

Besides, Lin Yi is not uncommon at all because he will definitely buy a team to play after retiring in the future, but not now.

In addition, there is a precedent for Boss Qiao in front of him, will Lin Yi believe the verbal promises of these businessmen?

Even if he cooperates with Dolan, Lin Yi is on guard against Dolan, not to mention a person like Little Bass whose IQ and EQ are obviously inferior to Dolan?

Of course, being able to get an invitation from the Lakers, Lin Yi is still very happy.

After all, it's also a recognition.

"The steak is good, but I think it's time for me to go." Lin Yi tactfully declined Jim Bass's invitation.

Lin Yi is not a person who wants to refuse and welcome, someone has been hanging on the Knicks's appetite back then, this kind of practice can certainly raise his worth, but it is not necessary.

And looking at Lin Yi's distant figure, Jim Bass was a little puzzled, "Why?" Obviously, James (Dolan) couldn't give us the chips we offered, but why did he still refuse us? ”

Kupchak patted Jim Bass on the shoulder, "Perhaps, this is the so-called loyalty!" Jim, I have to remind you that international players have always been loyal. ”

Jim Bass sighed helplessly, "Man, it looks like we're going to have to do Plan B." ”

Kupchak nodded, "Don't worry, I've already met with Richie, and his employer is interested in the Lakers' offer." ”

Little Bass's face improved a little, "Loyal?" It seems that we underestimated him. ”

"yes, he's an admirable player." Kupchak sighed.

It's a pity...... Lin Yi, who had already returned to the hotel, could not hear the discussion between Kupchak and Bass Jr.

Otherwise, Lin Yi would definitely get goosebumps.

What, did you misunderstand me about something?

You seem to have a lot of thoughts!

However......

Maybe Lin Yi himself doesn't know that the Knicks really mean something different to him.

……

Dolan, who went to Copenhagen for a vacation, was very nervous after learning that Lin Yi had dinner with Bass, and the Knicks owner booked a ticket back to New York as soon as possible.

Before getting on the plane, Dolan also made a special call to Lin Yi to ask for warmth, which made Lin Yi a little confused.

Dolan said to Lin Yi, "Lin, if you have anything unhappy, remember to tell me as soon as possible, the Knicks are your team, and they are and will be in the future." ”

Lin Yi: "......"

Wait a minute, why do I say this as if I'm forcing the palace team?

Crooked, I'm not a person who is purple!

"Also, I've informed Donnie that when we renew Wilson, we'll be sure to give him a contract that's satisfying." Dolan emphasized over the phone.

Crooked, did you listen to me!

The Knicks aren't my "friends team"! I'm not even called Leo!

"By the way, Lin, I have customized a Bugatti for you as your wedding gift." Dolan added.

Lin Yi: "......"

It's over the calf.

In particular, is labor the kind of person who can be bought with money?

Sorry, the customized version of the Bugatti...... It seems to be pretty good.

However, Lin Yi felt that all this was simply inexplicable.

Obviously he is such a kind and easy talker.

"Lin, although it's too early to tell you this, but when you retire, I will give you a stake in the Knicks, and how about you become the general manager at that time? Rest assured, I won't tie you down, and I'm not the kind of person whose words don't count. Dolan said seriously, as if he was afraid that Lin Yi would be snatched away by others.

Fortunately, this is not a romance, otherwise what Dolan wants to say to Lin Yi at this moment must be: My heart, my baby, my sweet candies, I will give you whatever you want!

Look to the sky!

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PS: The second update, 3K words

PS2: I'm sorry I didn't make it on time today. Pickup Qiao's brain is very painful today, although he woke up at 7 o'clock in the morning to code, but Kavinka is so desperate that the more he writes, the more anxious he becomes, and he is very sleepy after taking two cold medicines...... But fortunately, on the premise of ensuring the quality, I wrote (water) out!