Chapter 291: There is no feast that never ends

"Why are you here too?"

Chen Cheng asked in surprise.

"Because we might have known him earlier than you." Pelinka replied relaxedly.

The Zen master still looked calm and calm, walking into this training hall that he was extremely familiar with as usual.

He was entrusted by Jenny to stabilize Kobe's mood.

However, his current identity has also changed.

Just now, the Lakers' official website released a brand new news: the team's head coach Phil Jackson announced his resignation.

The second big news was followed by the Lakers announced that they would not renew their contract with Chinese player Chen Cheng, who has now become a non-restricted free agent.

So, Pelinka's phone was instantly blown up.

Kobe and Chen Cheng are the two most important clients in his hands.

The Lakers put O'Neal on the shelves, which already showed their attitude to keep Kobe with all his strength.

So, they targeted Chen Cheng.

However, Chen Cheng finally had to make the decision on these things himself, so he came here.

Because he knew that where Kobe was at this time, Chen Cheng must be there.

"Sorry, I overheard the conversation between you. Some things are really not as simple as you think."

The Zen master brought his chair over and sat next to Chen Cheng.

"Jenny told me everything, you're right. All this was Jim's fault, but who do you think is supporting him?"

"Support behind it?" Chen Cheng was a little confused.

The Zen master smiled.

"Although the team won the championship this season, Jenny's operation has barely achieved the management's goal. The team has always been in an advanced state. Shaq's contract and Kobe's contract will expire, and there are other people's contracts. How much money they have to pay for it and how much money they spend more is what they care about most. And Jenny happens to be a nostalgic person, and Jim is not."

Speaking of this, the Zen master will not continue.

Talking to him always makes people feel like they are meditating on Zen.

However, Chen Cheng has long been used to his way of speaking.

Moreover, he also heard the implication from what he said just now.

"You mean, Dr. Bass is informed by Jim's rise to power through this matter, and he acquiesced?"

The Zen master did not admit it or deny it.

"I have read a lot of stories about the emperor's choice of heirs in the history of your Chinese nation. Even though he knew that his descendants would fight for it, the emperor himself would not stop these things from happening. He just wanted to give each heir a chance and find the most suitable one."

Chen Cheng suddenly realized.

Before, I was very naive to go to Jerry Bass to explain the truth, but I didn't know that Bass didn't care about the process, all he wanted was the result.

Jim did what Jenny couldn't do.

This is enough. As for what methods he used, he didn't want to know, nor was he interested in knowing it.

I only know that the Lakers can use this to get rid of the big burden, go on lightly, and complete the reconstruction.

He finally understood why Kobe came forward to defend himself, and he did not come forward to find management theory.

Because he had long seen the essence of the whole incident.

Kobe also learned a series of actions from Pelinka.

When talking about Chen Cheng's contract renewal, it can be seen from the shocked expression on his face that he was also very puzzled.

But in the end I accepted it.

The same sentence: business        business.

Since he entered the league, his teammates around him have been changing, and the owner of this No. 6 jersey alone has changed two.

And these two people are his good brother and the other is his little brother.

But there is no banquet that will never end in the world.

What's more, it was the order of expelling guests issued by the host family himself.

He is just a player and has limited ability to do, not to mention that he is still a "sinner" now, and his future has not yet been determined. What can he do for others?

Chen Cheng was relieved at this moment.

Although I feel so reluctant in my heart, things have come to this point and there is no room for maneuver.

However, all the oaths made at the beginning have been fulfilled.

When Kobe was in the most difficult time, he was by his side and won the championship with him. What other memories are there?

In that time and space, Kobe officially embarked on his journey from excellence to greatness in the new season.

And I should also find a territory of my own, expand my territory, and achieve my career.

At this time, famous agent Goodwin and one of Nike presidents Charlie Danson were on the phone.

After finishing his conversation with Pelinka, Kobe walked to Chen Cheng, gave him a hug, and patted his shoulder.

"No matter where you go, you will always be my good brother. I will never show mercy when I meet on the court next season. If I could still play in NBA at that time."

"Don't say these disheartening words, you are the Black Mamba. Next time you visit Staples Center, we will be your opponent. I will definitely give my all."

"I may not be with the Lakers by then. Who knows what's going on?"

When Kobe heard Chen Cheng making such harsh words, he responded with a smile.

However, the little brother he was familiar with was back, which was enough.

With his strength, he will surely play his true value in the new season and become a competent team leader.

And if he himself can successfully understand the lawsuit this summer, he will officially start a new journey of his own.

The two hugged each other again, Chen Cheng took a photo of the two with his mobile phone, and stood reluctantly on the central logo of the training hall. The two stood beside the Zen master, leaving a photo of the three.

Pelinka sent him out of the training hall gate and asked about his intentions about his new owner and the new contract.

"You will negotiate the contract, but the contract period is up to 4 years, and the fourth year is the player option, so you must have a trade veto."

Pelinka was taking notes seriously, and when he heard the contract period, he raised his head.

"Why are there such restrictions?"

Chen Cheng smiled and did not directly answer his question.

"Just do what I said, you will know then."

After saying that, Chen Cheng waved at Kobe and Zen Master on the steps, looked up at the training hall where he was with him day and night, got into his car, started the car and left the training hall.

"That annoying Chinese boy has confirmed to leave the Lakers and Los Angeles. And I promise that no team from several big cities will see him." Danson said to the phone.

"That's great. I wonder what kind of teams will be interested in him next? Is it the rebuilding Utah Jazz? Or the Charlotte Bobcats who are about to join the NBA? I think the Bobcats might be a good place because there is a large group of garbage that no one wants."

Speaking of this, the two began to laugh unscrupulously.

In mid-July, the NBA trading day began, the Lakers reached a deal with the Heat, and O'Neal was sent to Miami in exchange for Odom, Caron Butler, Brian Grant, a first-round pick and a second-round pick.

Team veterans Rick Fox and Gary Payton were packed and sent to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Atkins, Banks and Meem.

Derek Fisher signed with Golden State Warriors.

Carl Malone also officially announced his retirement.

Just the day after the team completed the O'Neal deal, the Lakers announced a seven-year, new contract worth $136.4 million with Kobe Bryant.

Before this, Kobe, under Jerry West's persuasion, rejected a higher contract offer from the Los Angeles Clippers.

Chen Cheng has not yet chosen a new next company, and his biggest "fish" in the free market has stirred up the whole NBA turmoil.

At this time, when Chen Cheng, who was far away in Chicago, was preparing to fly directly from Chicago to China during training in Glover Troop Training Week, he received a call.

It was called by a strange number.

He picked it up in surprise, and a thick voice came from the opposite side.

"Hello, Chen, it's me, michael, michael    jordan     !"

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