After the 2014 draft, the top three players in the draft, especially Wiggins, naturally became the most high-profile players.

Wiggins signed a five-year shoe contract worth 11 million with Adidas just after the draft.

Stepping into the pinnacle of life overnight, it's a guy like Wiggins.

And the defending champion has always had a presence in the draft, and even if Link is there in the draft, people are indifferent to the Grizzlies' draft.

Aside from die-hard Grizzlies fans, no one remembers what the Grizzlies did in the draft.

Look at Jamal. Franklin's end shows what a second-round pick means for a championship-caliber team. Maybe this time next year, Dinwiddie and Jokic will be traded?

So, let alone the fans from elsewhere. Even many local Memphis fans are indifferent to Dinwiddie and Jokic.

The draft is over, and now people are more concerned about what's next in the free agent market and the transfer market.

LeBron. Will James stay in Miami? If James is gone, will Bosh stay? Will Anthony team up with Kobe? Where will the stars and veterans of Nowitzki and Gasol go from here?

These news, just looking at the headlines are enough to make the fans orgasm en masse.

However, the Grizzlies themselves have shown enough importance for these two second-round picks.

The day after the draft, Dinwiddie and Jokic reported to the Grizzlies.

Dinwiddie wasn't surprised to be drafted, and although he fell to the second round, he remained convinced that he wouldn't lose.

He just wants to prove himself now and try to establish himself in the NBA.

Jokic was obviously surprised by where he was now, as he had always thought that his tryout with the Grizzlies was a complete mess, and he didn't expect to return to Memphis.

In the case of Dinwiddie, the Grizzlies' handling is simple. As soon as the transfer market opens, the Grizzlies will offer Dinwiddie a three-year contract. And Wallace also stated that unless Dinwiddie proves himself in the Development League first, he will not be in the rotation.

However, he can train with the main team of the Grizzlies, which is a little benefit given to him by the Grizzlies.

Dinwiddie has no objection to this, and the second-round show has no right to choose. As long as there is an opportunity, it is necessary to seize it.

Link, as the star of the team, also encouraged Dinwiddie, "Come on, I also came from the Development League. The starting point is not important, what matters is the process. ”

Dinwiddie was inspired, and as a second-round pick, he didn't expect to be personally received by the team's leading stars, which made him feel valued.

What's more, Link is a role model for almost all second-round picks and undrafted picks. His success has inspired countless players like him to work hard. So this kind of chicken soup coming out of Link's mouth is very convincing.

Dinwiddie is so motivated right now that he just wants to jump right into training. And as long as he maintains that drive, Link believes he won't be worse than he was.

As for Jokic, the situation is much more complicated than Dinwiddie. On the first day of reporting, Chris. Wallace bluntly said, "If you don't lose weight, I'm afraid you won't even be able to reach the level of the Development Alliance now." ”

Jokic, who had just been happy, immediately became full of black lines and scratched his head embarrassedly.

"But don't worry, we've got a perfect weight loss and training plan for you. The next year, we want you to go to Europe for another year. Of course, we will send a dietitian and strength and conditioning trainer to monitor you throughout the process and help you through your training. ”

After listening to Wallace, Jokic pouted, and he felt like he was happy for nothing.

Being called back to Europe by the team to play for another year has a feeling of being returned. Most of the players who didn't land in the NBA immediately after the draft never got the chance to land in the NBA again in their lifetime.

Jokic knows he's in a bad situation.

So looking at the horrible training plan, Jokic didn't show the same drive as Dinwiddie, but was very frustrated.

He can't eat fried food, and he can't drink carbonated drinks, which might as well kill him!

Although the personnel of both sides finally reached a consensus and agreed to return to Europe to fight for another year. But before leaving, both Link and Wallace could clearly see the reluctance on Jokic's face.

"It seems that your big fat boy wants to give up before he even starts." After all the members of Jokic's side left the office, Wallace shrugged at Link.

Jokic's fighting spirit is questionable, and it could be more serious than his size.

"He's different from most basketball players because he didn't really love basketball that much when he was a kid. I heard that when his dad forced him to do basketball practice, he would cry before every practice. Link was also a little laughable, and Jokic was a very special example.

"We're going to give him a year anyway. In a year's time, let's see what he can become. Now, leave Dinwiddie and Jokic alone. It's you, Link. The transfer market is about to open and it's time for you to get ready to sign. ”

"That's what I've been here for so long. My manager, Jeff. Austin will be in Memphis on the first day of free agency market, and we will be able to sign on the first day. Link smiled, he wasn't so interested in signing this summer.

"Actually, I think Jeff. Mr. Austin didn't have to come. Because he didn't come, our offer was the same. Rest assured, Link, we'll do our best to renew your contract with the maximum salary. ”

"I have no doubt about it." Link is ready to give his next five years to Memphis.

July 1 was the first day of the NBA transfer market. Early in the morning, Jeff. Austin came to Chris with Link. Wallace's office.

In addition to Chris. Outside Wallace, Grizzlies owner Robert. Pera was also present at the signing ceremony.

The two sides shook hands with each other, then exchanged a few pleasantries, and the negotiations officially began.

After the negotiations began, Pera and Wallace seemed a little embarrassed. They showed the contract samples to Austin and Link, respectively, and said apologetically, "This is the biggest salary we can come up with under league rules." ”

Link opened the contract and looked at it, 93 million US dollars for 5 years, which is a lot, it is already an astronomical amount!

How Pera and Wallace acted as if they owed themselves something.

"I know, this summer, James, Anthony and even Chris. Bosh and other free agents will sign a contract worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Truth be told, we all agree that Link is worth more than them. But according to the rules, players who have been in the league for 0-6 years can only be paid 25% of the salary cap. We've also used the Bird Clause to increase Link's annual salary increase, adding everything we can, to a maximum of $93 million. It's a pity that the contract didn't exceed 100 million. However, this is due to the rules of the alliance, and we did our best. ”

Before Link could ask, Wallace took the initiative to explain.

Jeff. Austin smiled, as a professional manager, he certainly knows the rules of the league, "I understand that no team in the league can offer a higher price than this." If it weren't for the rules, I certainly believe that you would be willing to offer a contract of 100 million yuan. ”

"If there are no rules, I am willing to do 200 million, no, 300 million!" Robert. Pera hurriedly answered.

"Of course, I'm a firm believer in that. In terms of the amount of the contract, there is nothing to negotiate. This maximum salary is already the highest salary allowed by the rules, and I think Link is also very satisfied. But ......"

"Oh, yes. In addition to this, the contract comes with a veto power attached to the transaction. And, the final year is a player option. Link can jump out early and opt for a contract extension with a higher amount. These, even if we can't compensate for the contract amount that can't exceed 100 million. "Haven't waited for Jeff yet. Austin said the rest of the "but", and Wallace immediately answered.

Austin nodded contentedly, Wallace was really sensible, "Then there will be no problem, Link, if you think there is no problem, you can sign the contract now." ”

Link then picked up the pen and signed his name on the $93 million contract.

In the past, when he signed a contract, he could only sign it in 10 days. But now, a sign is 5 years, and a sign is close to 100 million yuan.

Of course, the most important thing is. From now on for 5 years, he can continue to play in Memphis!

When Link signed his name on the contract, Robert . Pera knew. The plan to build a dynasty is already on the agenda!

"Happy cooperation, Link, let's go and embrace more champions!" Pera stood up, and the big stone in his heart finally fell.