A day later, in the general manager's office at Gund Stadium in Oakland, Hubei.
"Boss, here are three contracts. This one was for Le Bulang, and this one was for…Howard.”
"This is for Mo Williams. It was a 2 2 contract, with the team option for the next two years, for a total price of 5 million.”Mo Lei personally asked his colleagues in the legal department to print three copies of the contract.
"500,000 in the first year, 1,000,000 in the second year, 1,500,000 in the third year, and 2,000,000 in the fourth year. Among them, the first year of the contract only had a full guarantee of 250,000 USD. The second year of the contract only had a full guarantee of $500,000.”Mo Lei was meticulous.
Once Mo Williams did not perform well. Or clear up the salary space. The team could completely cut him and only use it to pay the full guaranteed salary of 250,000.
"Le Bulang, take a look. If there's no problem, let's sign the contract.”Shen Xiao smiled and watched Emperor Zhan sign his name.
"Shen, from today onwards, I am a member of the Knight.”James put down the pen in his hand and stared at Shen Xiao.
"Of course, James. You are the core of the Knight's team."
Shen Xiao said shockingly, using a tone that could not be ignored.
" Mo, in the new season, my requirements for you are... 80% for close-range shots, 60% for mid-range shots, and 33% for three-point shots when there is interference."
"Okay, coach. I'll take the initiative to train more this summer." Mo Williams looked at Shen Xiao and could not help but feel a little pressured. He gritted his teeth and nodded quickly.
He was not only the boss, but also his manager.
He didn't want James to be the first pick. He was only a second-round rookie. If he wanted to be in the starting lineup, he had to work hard.
A player could offend the manager, but he could not offend the management!
"Mo Lei, what's Olajuwon's reply?”
"Boss, Hakeem has agreed to our invitation. I'm flying to Cairo tomorrow." Mo Lei nodded, his expression solemn as he spoke in a deep voice.
"Howard, when Olajuwon comes, you have to learn how to defend, especially in the back-to-back play.”
"James, you too. Olajuwon's dream-like footwork was the best in the league. If he was a step faster, he could score a fatal two-pointer at the critical moment.”Shen Xiao looked at James and said earnestly.
"I understand, Shen. Olajuwon is a basketball legend. He is worth learning from.”James nodded and put down his pen after signing the contract.
"James, the season is very long, almost half a year. Moreover, they were constantly playing back-to-back in an away game.”
"You're the boss of the team, the big boss. I can give you unlimited firing rights, and I will also design a set of one-on-one tactics for you.”
"However, many times, fighting alone is useless. You need to get to know your teammates and trust them. In other words, when you are being sandwiched on the field, I want you to pass the ball out. Pass it to the empty player." Shen Xiao took precautions in advance and said the ugly words first.
After hearing this, Le Bulang's expression turned solemn and he fell into deep thought.
"I know you need the ball. However, basketball was still a team sport. Even the basketball god, Jordan, lost the championship after meeting the bad boys. And there are two of them." Shen Xiao said earnestly.
"Shen, I understand what you mean. But…I need a reliable helper, just like Pippen back then.”James nodded and looked at Shen Xiao.
"He is the most powerful center forward in the paint. You guys go do the physical test first."
"After that, you can fight alone. You can try Howard's wingspan. Jumping. How shocking is his strength?"
"Also, I've traded Steve Nash, the top point guard. Let him organize the attack. He will be your strongest backing.”
"Even if the current Howard still lacks the ability to play a back-to-back solo. With his strong physique, he was able to dominate the inside line.”Shen Xiao said earnestly with certainty.
"Alright, I want to see. Do you have the talent for this body?”
James looked at the magical beast, and he couldn't help but feel a bit of fighting spirit. The unwillingness to admit defeat in his heart.
"By the way, to show the team's sincerity, two-thirds of your first year's salary will be paid in advance, and it will be after-tax.”Shen Xiao said shockingly. He looked at James with a burning gaze.
In America, the federal tax was as high as 45%, including personal income tax. In some continents, you still have to pay the state tax.
In order to win over James, Shen Xiao was willing to help him pay the federal tax. In this way, James could get an extra salary of millions of dollars.
"Shen, thank you. From now on, you are my most respected manager, and the Knights are my home.”
When James heard this, he was really touched. His trust in Shen Xiao also deepened, almost reaching the level of a confidant.
One had to know that James had been looked down upon since he was young and had moved more than ten times. He had long known the cold and warm feelings of others.
"Mo Lei, can you find Old Master Qiao's personal physical trainer, Mike Mancias? He invited him to join the Knights as a physical trainer.”Shen Xiao pursed his lips slightly, his demeanor calm.
"Alright, I'll call and ask now.”
"Wait a minute, give me an annual salary of eight million. I'll pay for this personally!" Shen Xiao raised his right hand and called out to Mo Lei.
Mo Lei's heart was already numb. This boss was simply spending money like dirt!
Then, Shen Xiao accompanied James and Mo Williams to the stadium. He watched them do the physical test.
Jump vertically on the spot:77.47 cm (30.5 inches)
Maximum vertical bounce:88.90 cm (35.0 inches)
190-pound bench press:10 times
Backline run:11.37 seconds
3/4 sprint:3.14 seconds
Shen Xiao's eyes lit up as he looked at Emperor Zhan's data. He was overjoyed.
" Shen, actually…I'm still a little hesitant," James said after running over after the physical examination.
"Le Bulang, I'm fine."
"William, you will be the judge. Howard would stand in the three-second zone while James would break through.”
Then, Shen Xiao witnessed with his own eyes that James held the ball and continuously crossed and changed directions to break through. In an instant, he passed the demonic beast by nearly one body.
The magical beast Howard moved very quickly and spread his arms to defend himself.
James forced himself to jump and did a fadeaway jump shot. Although he was interfered with, he still hit the basket.
The basketball bounced out, spun around the hoop, and fell down.
Demonic Beast's footsteps were swift and fierce. He jumped on the spot and grabbed the offensive rebound.
Attack and defense switch, again.
Howard held the ball from the left and rushed into the three-second zone. Suddenly, he stopped midway.
James suddenly jumped up and spread out his left hand, blocking with all his might. His hand was almost on Howard's face.
Swoosh!
Swipe the board and score!
"Not bad, not bad at all."
"Haha, Shen. This guy is a little difficult to deal with."
James looked at Howard with a focused gaze. He had already begun to acknowledge the strength of his new teammate.
The two of them fought one-on-one again.
With the ball in hand, Warcraft rushed into the three-second zone and bumped into James. He bent his legs, jumped high, grabbed the basketball with his right hand, and forcefully dunked it.
James was fearless. He jumped up to meet the monster, wanting to give him a big cap!
Bang!
The two of them clashed in mid-air and fell to the ground at the same time.
The next second, the two of them stood up at the same time, as if nothing had happened.
That was how the NBA was. Strength was everything.
Shen Xiao suddenly realized a problem. The height of the magical beast should be a false report.
"Alright then. Be careful not to hurt yourselves.”
Shen Xiao instructed before turning around and walking back to the head coach's office.
"Boss, I just got off the phone. Mike Mancias was willing to agree to be the physical trainer of the Cavaliers.”Mo Lei walked in coincidentally.
"Right, Mo Lei. Help me check on a player named Gerrard Wallace.”
Shen Xiao suddenly thought of the Cat King that Chinese fans were very familiar with in his previous life.
He was once selected as an All-Star and the best defensive player.
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