Chapter 492: Fatal Throw
Sponsorship contracts are usually confidential, and both parties are obliged to keep the contents of the contract confidential, unless disclosure is required by law, and the same is true for Yiyang's contracts.
But in the world of sports, commercial contracts are often exposed. Both athletes and sponsors should be aware of this and accept the fact that the confidentiality of the contract is not as tight as the Chinese character of the contract.
Just the day after Adidas and Yiyang successfully renewed their contract, the market was overwhelmed with news related to this contract renewal.
"Yiyang signed a ten-year long-term contract with Adidas, with a contract amount of more than 100 million US dollars!"
"Blockbuster contract renewal! Adidas officially announced that it will also be working with Derek. Ross teamed up to become its main spokesperson! ”
"The 100 million yuan contract has been signed, and Adidas will soon launch the first generation of Yiyang's exclusive sneakers!"
Although this news has nothing to do with the playoffs, it is no less hot than the news of the playoffs.
After the Chinese player entered the NBA, he launched the signature sneaker, and before that, Yao Ming was the only one in history. But the cooperation between Yao Ming and Reebok was actually not a success. There is no way, the embarrassment of not being able to sell the center's sneakers is inevitable even in a historical monster like O'Neal.
But this time, Yiyang, as a point guard, did not have such troubles. If Yiyang's signature shoes can sell explosive sales, it will be another record that will be difficult to surpass.
Yiyang, who was pushed to the peak of hot spots just now because he led the team to win the Grizzlies, continues to be popular by relying on the sky-high contract extension with Adidas.
Outside, most people speculate that Yiyang's contract is 110 million for ten years. If they knew that Yiyang's contract price was far more than Ross's 250 million, it was estimated that it would explode.
Before Yiyang's signature shoes were officially put into production, many people petitioned on the official website of Adidas. "Give us the sneakers, quick!"
Such a world-class influence is exactly what Adidas aspires to see. Their crazy boost and momentum seem to have turned Yiyang into a real superstar.
However, the sports world is not the same as the entertainment industry. Celebrities are indispensable for publicity and packaging, but sports stars are by no means able to get ahead by relying on publicity and packaging alone. Your standing in the league and in the world depends entirely on whether you win the game!
The second game of the playoff matchup between the Grizzlies and the Mavericks has attracted attention here because Yiyang signed a contract of 100 million yuan. Before the game began, Grizzlies coach Lionel . Hollins said that the Grizzlies will definitely come up with a better defensive performance today and will not allow the Mavericks to play a smooth offense again.
Although down 1-0, it's clear that the Grizzlies haven't thrown in the towel yet. They still want to advance, they still want to step on Yiyang's corpse and climb up. And, they really have that confidence.
"We didn't play well as a team and they did the opposite. We didn't defend as well as we normally would, and there were a lot of adjustments. But we're going to forget about the last defeat and go back to playing at our level. "Zach. Randolph also expressed his determination in an interview with ESPN reporters.
The opponent is so popular that he defeated him, and no one wants to watch it happen. The Grizzlies want to get one back, not just for the playoff situation, but to restore their dignity.
Didn't you just sign a 100 million contract with Adidas just before the game? Now, I'm going to let this new "Mr. 100 million yuan" taste failure!
At the start of the second game between the two sides, even Carlisle, who was sitting on the sidelines, experienced a change in defensive intensity on the field. Today, the Grizzlies did not use the trap tactics against Yiyang again, but took the man-to-man defense to the extreme.
Whoever has the ball in the Mavericks struggles to get offensive opportunities. Nowitzki faced a menacing Randolph and played a much harder game than in the previous game. Without the "German tank", the most powerful fire support point, it was difficult for Yiyang to lead the attack of the whole team.
As a result, Yiyang can only make up for the lack of his teammates with his crazy individual scores, just like he did in the second half of the regular season. As a result of this, Yiyang was exhausted under the tight defense of the Grizzlies!
In the eighth minute of the third quarter of the game, Yiyang held the ball and went inside to prepare for a layup, but was directly knocked down by the strong black bear Randolph.
After Yiyang fell to the ground, he didn't get up directly as usual. This scene undoubtedly frightened Carlisle. However, when Nowitzki and Carter went to help, they realized that Yiyang was not injured, but because he was too tired, he wanted to be able to lie on the floor and catch his breath for a while.
After being pulled up by his teammates, Yiyang rarely missed a free throw, and only hit 1 of 2 free throws. It can be seen that the serious physical exertion has begun to affect Yiyang's hit rate.
On the other hand, the Grizzlies are all soldiers today, using defense to drive the offense. Randolph, Gasol, Conley and even Tony. Allen, who had a good performance on the offensive end today.
It looks like the Grizzlies really have the momentum to drag the Mavericks down. After becoming Mr. 100 million, he may face defeat in his first game, and many ill-intentioned people are already waiting to see Yiyang's jokes.
The Grizzlies didn't disappoint, and they held on until the last minute under Yiyang's powerful offense. In the second half of the fourth quarter, Yiyang's shooting rate has begun to decline significantly, and his breakthrough speed has also been greatly reduced. If it weren't for Yiyang's special physical training at Brickley for two consecutive summers, he might not even be able to run now.
Seizing the opportunity of Yiyang's declining shooting rate, the Grizzlies launched an offensive and clenched the score.
With 1 minute and 30 seconds left in the game, an exhausted Yiyang passed the ball to Nowitzki, and the German missed the shot under Randolph's tight defense, and the Grizzlies won the ball!
Conley called for a pick-and-roll, and both the black and white bears mentioned high positions, and a double-block-and-roll attack made it difficult for Yiyang to judge the direction of Conley's breakthrough.
Eventually, Conley chose to go to Randolph's side. Yiyang, who was almost physically exhausted, couldn't get around the defense quickly and allowed Xiaoli to hit a pull-up jumper.
At this point, the score was moved to 89 draws. With a minute to go before the end of the game, and with Yiyang already struggling to shoot shots, Memphis fans were ready to celebrate the victory.
"Adidas may be the fastest company to regret signing a 100 million dollar contract with a player." The local commentator in Memphis even brushed Yiyang's endorsement contract, and just signed a big contract and lost the game, is there anything more slap in the face than this?
The Grizzlies are already bound to win, and Yiyang can only drag his tired body to move forward again. This offense, the Mavericks played as hard as ever. The Grizzlies blocked all of Yiyang's shots, and everyone had a defender in front of them who pressed unafouling.
Yiyang gasped, sweat dripping into his eyes, but Yiyang didn't even dare to blink. He was afraid that his own mistake would make Conley take the ball out of his hands.
After adjusting his breathing, Yiyang used a one-handed pull of the ball, shaking Conley to lose his center of gravity. Conley didn't dare to reach out and grab it easily, because in the current situation, even sending Yiyang to the free throw line was very deadly.
Just as Yiyang was about to break through with his kick, the soles of his feet suddenly slipped! It turned out that Yiyang stepped on the sweat that he had just dripped on the hardwood floor!
Yiyang, who lost his center of gravity, leaned forward suddenly, if Yiyang lost the ball, it would undoubtedly be a fatal mistake!
But even in the absence of a center of gravity at all, Yiyang passed the ball steadily while almost parallel to the ground. Caught by Yiyang's attention, Prince couldn't take a fancy to Marion, who got an open shot and threw the ball into it with that weird position, and the American Route Center Arena cheered!
"You can pass the ball when you lose your center of gravity! God, who's going to stop that guy! ”
Prince held his head in his hands in remorse, and his defensive mistake ruined the Grizzlies!
With 33 seconds left in the game, the Grizzlies trailed by two points! Yiyang's key assist turned the situation around in an instant.
However, after holding on for the entire game, the Grizzlies were also unwilling to give up the victory. They will never allow themselves to return to Memphis with a 2-0 scoreline, otherwise the series will be too precarious for them.
Yiyang's rapid rise to popularity undoubtedly made many people blush, and they all wanted to see someone who could break Yiyang's magical performance. In the last 33 seconds, the Grizzlies were able to drag the Mavericks to death even if they just dragged the game into overtime!
Mark. Gasol, the Memphis Grizzlies' number one star, decided to take on that responsibility. But as a seven-foot center, you can't expect Gasol Jr. to dribble past half court and shake off Carman's pull-up jumper, and to complete this offense, Gasol needs the help of his teammates. This person is Conley who is in possession of the ball!
Conley called the shots from beyond the three-point line, and he first signaled to Toney. Aaron and Prince pulled apart, and then had Randolph come out to set up cover. It looks like the Grizzlies are still hoping to break the deadlock with Conley and Randolph's pick-and-roll combination.
Yiyang's attention is all on Conley, Carlisle's attention is all on Conley, and everyone's attention on the scene is on Conley, except for Gasol Jr.!
Just as Conley was about to start the breakthrough, Gasol Jr., who was leaning on Carman under the basket, suddenly turned around. Carman, who didn't react in time, was like a stake, cleaned up by the nimble little plus!
Seeing that the time was ripe, Conley vigorously stuffed the ball into the box. The basketball was fast and accurate, and the timing was just right for Gasol to turn and wipe under the basket. Kaman still wanted to make up for it, but to no avail, the big white bear jumped on the spot, raised the basketball, and smashed the ball into the frame vigorously!
A vigorous clasp of hands on the spot, allowing people to see the wildness of the grizzly bear!
“Boom! Mark's smashing dunk made the Mavericks' win disappear again! 91-91 with 13.3 seconds left in the game. For the Mavericks, their next offense will be put to the test! ”
Carlisle shook his head helplessly, today's game was too difficult, so he had just used up the last timeout in his hand, and now, the Mavericks still want to win the game, and they have to rely on themselves.
What tactics to use and who should execute the last shot have to be decided by Yiyang, the coach on the field. However, the Dallas No. 1 has only been in the league for three seasons, can he really make the right decision for Carlisle at this critical time?
"How?" Before serving the ball, Nowitzki specifically asked Yiyang.
"Help me get the defense out, Dirk." Yiyang replied simply, and then stretched out his hands to ask for the ball.
At the same time as Yiyang touched the ball, the numbers on the rebounding timer began to beat wildly. Hayward in the stands is also a professional player, but he is now holding his breath with nervousness.
Whether Yiyang's Mr. 100 million yuan is worth it depends on this last attack!
After halftime, Conley didn't press Yiyang, and the taste of being broken by Yiyang Conley has tried countless times in this series, and he doesn't want to be passed by Yiyang at a critical moment.
On the other side, Nowitzki and Carman played an off-ball screen on the inside to divert the Grizzlies' defensive attention. Nowitzki, who missed half a season, has scored a career-low this year, but the guy could still kill the game at any time.
Yiyang observed Nowitzki's movement, and Conley opened his arms without slackening. God knows, if that guy in Yiyang really intends to pass the ball.
Time passed minute by minute, and the heartbeat of the fans at the scene gradually accelerated.
When the game was about to end with 4.3 seconds left, Yiyang, who was originally leisurely walking and controlling the ball, suddenly accelerated!
The speed of this first step made the well-informed Mike. Bryn's mouth was wide open. How can this guy have any energy left!?
Yiyang had no strength left, but he had to burst out with all his strength in this most critical step.
Gritting his teeth, Yiyang surpassed Conley's half-size. But Conley didn't give up, but blocked Yiyang's way with a fierce confrontation!
"Conley was very successful defensively and he put a lot of pressure on him! The Grizzlies' leading guard is likely to defeat Mr. Yi in this matchup! ”
Countless people clenched their fists, and countless people wanted to watch Yiyang fail. How can a Chinese take a contract of 100 million yuan? Why is it that the NBA is so successful?
Randolph was pulled to the outside by Nowitzki, and Gasol Jr. couldn't be released for the time being. Yiyang is now facing only Conley, which is exactly what he wants.
So, Yiyang jumped directly in the breakthrough process! Against Conley's defense, raise the ball with one hand and throw it to the basket!
The air around them froze, and they just stared blankly at the basketball, hoping that God wouldn't be on Yiyang's side today.
However, the ball lights come on, and the most desperate thing happens!
93-91, one day after Yiyang signed a ten-year contract, he staged a stun in the playoffs!
Fans pointed to the stadium and shouted in Yiyang: "This is my house!" ”
Conley sat on the ground in pain, Mr. Yiyi, it was not so easy to be knocked down.