Chapter 346 before the 76ers

The Knicks' first game of the new season ended on a happy note, with a win in the first game, which bodes well.

The victory in the first game really made the fans in New York a little excited. It also makes fans look forward to how sunny the Knicks will be in the new season.

On the day after winning the Heat, Chen Jiyuan didn't get any time to rest, or in other words, Chen Jiyuan didn't plan to rest, but the time he originally planned to train was occupied by Qiangbo. by Nike.

On this day, Nike released the third generation of 'appleking' combat boots. This time, at the request of Chen Jiyuan, this combat boot is pure black. No other colors were added. This is the result of Chen Jiyuan's painstaking begging. As soon as this boot appeared, it caused quite a reaction, because solid color sneakers are really rare among NBA stars.

At the press conference of sneakers, the topic will naturally not be less. As soon as Chen Jiyuan sat down, a reporter asked: "Mr. Chen, I heard that the color of this sneaker was requested by you personally." Is there any reason why you are doing this? ”

Chen Jiyuan smiled slightly, and then said slowly: "Eh, what do you want to say?" There's no specific reason for that, it's just that I like black very much. So I've been looking forward to wearing such a pair of pure black sneakers. ”

"And," Chen continued, "I hope to remind myself that this pure black sneaker is just like the situation of the Knicks in previous years, and you can't just be proud of it because you have achieved a good result in one year." Our goals are even more ambitious. Our destinations are also farther away, and what we want, is also further away. ”

After Chen Jiyuan finished speaking, a reporter soon asked a style, but this question was not expected by Chen Jiyuan, "Mr. Chen, you and Miss Scarlett Johansson are good friends, right?" ”

Chen Jiyuan nodded and said, "That's right, Scarlett and I are friends. ”

The reporter then asked, "So, there are rumors that the two of you are in a relationship, is this true?" ”

Chen Jiyuan felt speechless. These are all gods and horses. It's really a big forest, there are all kinds of birds, and I've only been in contact with Scarlett Johansson a few times, so why are there rumors of falling in love. This is simply nonsense.

Chen Jiyuan decisively rejected this statement: "No, Scarlett and I are just simple friends, and we have a very good and simple friend relationship." I hope that you will refrain from spreading such unfounded rumors. ”

In fact, the rumors about Chen Jiyuan are very few among celebrities. Although the paparazzi tried their best to dig up some scandals about Chen Jiyuan. But it's hard. Because Chen Jiyuan himself does not have many opportunities to contact female stars, unless there are female stars who come to the Knicks' home court to watch the game, but the Knicks' home stadium is in New York, not Los Angeles, and it is not close to Hollywood at all. So. There are not many people who come to watch Chen Jiyuan's game, or there are not many stars who come to see Chen Jiyuan's game. So Chen Jiyuan actually rarely has any dealings with those female stars, and Chen Jiyuan doesn't plan to have any close dealings with them, and Scarlett Johansson is a bit unexpected. At that time, Chen Jiyuan was also bored, so he chatted with Scarlett Johansson for a while, but he didn't expect Scarlett Johansson to come to New York to do business so coincidentally. So I invited Scarlett Johansson to dinner. As a result, I didn't expect that there would be a scandal in the end.

In fact, what Chen Jiyuan didn't know was that Scarlett Johansson did not deny in an interview that this incident was the reason why the scandal became more and more fierce. Chen Jiyuan shouldn't have held that charity party in his home. For others, if you have such a luxurious house, you must do it in your own home. But for a player like Chen Jiyuan who wants to minimize trouble, no clues should be revealed, and no one should be let know that Chen Jiyuan is a billionaire. Moreover, this billions level is still an obvious two-digit billions level. This will bring a lot of trouble to Chen Jiyuan, no matter in all aspects.

The sneaker press conference was not a success, nor was it a failure, Chen Jiyuan has always been not very good at this kind of event.

After the press conference of the sneakers, Chen Jiyuan went home decisively and quickly. Then put on the new shoes and start training in your own home. Now the most convenient thing for Chen Jiyuan is to have a private basketball court. This provided very convenient conditions for Chen Jiyuan's training. Chen Jiyuan, whenever he wants to train, he can train. You can train as much as you want.

When training at home, Chen Jiyuan decisively brought in a trainer. When Chen Jiyuan trains strength, sometimes he doesn't call a trainer.

After Chen Jiyuan trained for a while, he saw that the time was almost up, and he had finished a systematic training. So I decided to go out to eat. Chen Jiyuan hadn't eaten at the restaurant he used to frequented for a while. So Chen Jiyuan drove to the restaurant by himself. Preparing to have a meal, Chen Jiyuan is already a little used to eating this restaurant.

Here, Chen Jiyuan met Stephen Curry's sister again, Sally Curry. Sally Curry still works here.

After Chen Jiyuan saw Sally, he greeted with a smile: "How are you doing, Sally." ”

Sally smiled and said, "I'm okay, but my brother isn't so good." ”

Chen Jiyuan was stunned, what's wrong? Originally, Stephen Curry could have participated in the 2008 draft, but under the persuasion of Chen Jiyuan and his father, he gave up this idea, which means that next year, Stephen Curry will participate in the 2009 NBA draft. Why does Sally say Stephen Curry isn't so good?

Chen Jiyuan asked suspiciously, "Did something happen?" ”

Sally said, "Chen, let's order first, I'll tell you in detail when you're done eating." ”

Chen Jiyuan nodded and said okay.

When Chen Jiyuan finished eating, Sally came to Chen Jiyuan's side and said to Chen Jiyuan: "Actually, Stephen sprained his ankle during a training session recently. According to the doctor's advice, it is necessary to recuperate for more than 1 month. ”

Chen Jiyuan said with a smile: "This is not a normal thing. Basketball players can get injured when they play. That's what you mean by not good? ”

Sally hesitated for a moment, but finally made up her mind and said, "Well, in fact, Stephen has been a little confused about his prospects lately. This kid has been feeling a little thin lately, so he's thinking about whether he's really fit to play in the NBA. So, he's now getting a little hesitant about whether or not to participate in the draft next year. ”

"That's what happened!" Chen Jiyuan was thinking thoughtfully. This situation is estimated to not last long, Chen Jiyuan feels that Stephen Curry's father Dale Curry will definitely not let Stephen Curry go on like this, so it is certain that Stephen Curry will participate in the draft next season, but Curry is so melancholy, Chen Jiyuan thinks it is better to give Curry some comfort. After all, Curry's kid has a cute face. Stephen Curry fits that sentence perfectly, "I got hurt today, and I feel cute." ”

Chen Jiyuan said: "Sally, I'll come here for dinner tomorrow night, and I'll give you something when the time comes, and you bring it to Stephen." ”

As soon as Sally heard Chen Jiyuan's words, she was immediately happy, and said with a smile: "If you give him something, I will definitely be very excited to him, and I will definitely cheer up." ”

After chatting with Sally a few more words, Chen Jiyuan went home. After arriving home, Chen Jiyuan called the staff and ordered an ankle brace for them. Because Chen Jiyuan never wears an ankle brace. However, Chen Jiyuan did not go into battle naked. Since his last injury, Chen Jiyuan has worn knee pads every time he plays. Especially the left foot, which was injured in the past. Chen Jiyuan would never take off the knee pad of his left foot. However, Chen Jiyuan doesn't wear elbow pads and ankle pads. Therefore, Chen Jiyuan is really custom-made.

The next day, the Knicks had a game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Before the game, after the day's training, Chen Jiyuan took the knee pads and sent them to Sally.

When giving it to Sally, Sally looked at Chen Jiyuan, and then said a little embarrassed: "That, can you sign it, otherwise Stephen should think that I lied to him to comfort him." ”

Chen Jiyuan agreed to the next two. No problem. Chen Jiyuan borrowed a pen from the restaurant and wrote on the ankle pad: "Chen Jiyuan." ”

Chen Jiyuan handed the ankle pad to Sally, and then said to Sally, "Can you tell me Stephen's phone number?" I'd like to talk to him later, and if I don't have time to meet, I'll call him. ”

Sally quickly told Chen Jiyuan about Stephen Curry's phone number, and after Chen Jiyuan saved it, she turned around and went to prepare for the game.

Tonight's game was actually nothing special, but, because it was against Iguodala, and besides, I also called Iguodala and said that I was going to invite him to dinner tonight.

In the evening, Chen Jiyuan and Iguodala met in a restaurant that could not be beaten. After the two followed, they found a place to sit down.

After ordering. Chen Jiyuan directly said to Iguodala: "Andre, this year's Knicks will definitely enter the Eastern Conference Finals." Trust me, haha. ”

Iguodala looked at the madman's expression and said disdainfully, "Kid, let's face it." Don't be delusional. ”

Chen Jiyuan ignored Iguodala's ridicule, but said, "If you don't believe it, just watch." ”

Chen Jiyuan originally said that he could enter the Eastern Conference Finals to cheer everyone up. You can't lose the momentum before the game starts. Who said that this year's Knicks still can't beat the Cavaliers. Chen Jiyuan doesn't think so. However, then Chen Jiyuan heard about a deal that was about to succeed. Confidence has increased a lot. Even Chen Jiyuan now feels that if he can't enter the Eastern Conference Finals, he will be sorry for the efforts of his Latin brother.

Iguodala guessed that there might be a trade for the Knicks, but Iguodala couldn't think of anyone else for the Knicks who would be traded. Originally, David Lee was the most likely person to be traded, but Love's preseason performance didn't work out as expected. So everyone thinks that the Knicks may not trade David Lee. So does the Knicks still have any leverage? What other attractive chips can be exchanged for players who can improve the team? Iguodala couldn't think of it, and she wasn't interested in exhausting thousands of brain cells, something like this that had nothing to do with her.

Iguodala said, "I regret it a little now. Chen, if only I signed a six-year contract. It's very good on the inside of the team right now, Brand is a really good interior player, and I don't think it's you who can make it to the Eastern Conference Finals this year, it's us. ”

Chen Jiyuan looked at Iguodala's expression, and suddenly his curiosity rose. Chen Jiyuan knows the 76ers' playoff journey this year. Although he entered the playoffs as sixth in the East, he was driven back to Philadelphia by the Magic with a score of 4-2 in the first round for fishing.

Elton Brand, who was regarded as the savior by the entire Philadelphia, was injured in the middle of the season, and Captain Brand only played a total of 29 games this season. After the injury is healed, Brand is no longer as brave as before. While averaging 34.7 minutes per game, he averaged 15 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game. It's still a very good interior player, but compared to his contract, his contract is a little bit bigger. And after coming to the 76ers, Brand's efficiency value is also below 15 for the first time. In short, after coming to the 76ers, Brand didn't have the same appearance as the Phillies expected.

Although Chen Jiyuan knows Brand's future, others don't know, Chen Jiyuan wants to know very much why Iguodala is willing to listen to his own advice and choose to renew his contract with the 76ers for a one-point 3+1 contract. Chen Jiyuan knows very well how important a big and long contract is for an NBA athlete, so why would Iguodala choose to renew his contract for 3 years when he knows that Elton Brand is such an interior beast and a big forward who averages 20+10 per game is going to join?

Since he couldn't figure it out, Chen Jiyuan decided to ask. "Andrey, why would you believe me and choose to renew your contract for three years?"

Iguodala looked at Chen Jiyuan's puzzled expression, smiled in his heart, but said quietly: "I really want to know." ”

Chen Jiyuan nodded reverently.

Iguodala laughed and said, "If I say it, maybe the tiger will disappoint you." The reason why I renewed my contract for 3 years has nothing to do with your own charm. I made the decision to renew my contract for three years. First of all, if I renew my contract for three years, three years later, when I was 27 years old, it would be the pinnacle of my career as a basketball player, and it would be time for me to seek a long-term contract. And, the Knicks are notoriously money-giver, and I can't help but believe in Latin's promises. As a professional general manager, if Latin's promise is child's play, then what will Latin do with the deal? So, Iguodala chose to believe that the Latin one would give Iguodala a good contract. Moreover, even if Latin really doesn't pay the maximum salary at that time, Iguodala is at the peak of his career, and I believe that it is still a matter of minutes to seek a contract of 10 million yuan. So, Iguodala is not worried about the future. It's just that the worry is whether Latin will give him a good contract. Another reason for his decision was the discordant relationship with the new general manager, Stfansky. And this relationship is getting more and more discordant. The main reason is that Stefansky has some opinions about Iguodala, and for Iguodala to sign such a three-year contract, Stefinsky will feel that Iguodala has an opinion about him. And, when Stefansky first arrived, he was dissatisfied with Iguodala as the core of the perimeter, and Stefinski was looking for a true superstar instead of a one-sided perimeter defense expert like Iguodala. What Stefansky wants to do is really win the championship. However, Stfansky's offer was rejected by Philadelphia's management, to put it bluntly, the Philadelphia boss. At this time, it also reached Iguodala's ears, but what came to Iguodala's ears was that Stefansky was dissatisfied with Iguodala, in fact, it can't be said that this is completely wrong, but it is easy to misunderstand. And Iguodala did find out in various things, and Stfansky was dissatisfied with Iguodala. Although it is a small detail, it truly reflects Stefansky's thoughts. Stefansky's initial mind was to find a superstar to bring a championship to the Philadelphia 76ers, and then make his name remembered by everyone in Philadelphia and make a name for himself in Philadelphia history. This was Stefansky's original intention. However, this plan has become difficult to implement because of Iguodala's deposit, Philadelphia 76's boss - Comcast's network company has no intention of paying luxury tax at all, with Iguodala's contract, plus Brand's contract, it is very difficult for the 76ers to continue to bring in good players, unless they can select a super NB instant star, in this case, it is still more difficult for Philadelphia's strength to win the championship, Especially against a team like Celtic, who has three superstars. Not to mention the championship, the Eastern Conference championship is very difficult. So, since Stefansky came here, he has subtly transferred his dissatisfaction with management to Iguodala.

Iguodala was able to accept Chen Jiyuan's construction. It is the result of considering a variety of reasons.