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Chapter 101 Old Man and Old Lady
Chapter 101 Old Man and Old Lady
Damon Jones left the Oakland arena as if in a dream. As an undrafted rookie and a little homeless man, Bruce's sudden signing of him completely killed the idea that he was ready to refuse!
Looking at the contract in his hand, although Bruce's decision was a bit hasty, the potential of the other party still made him a little bit excited!
"Is the price of 60 US dollars for two years very expensive?" Bruce showed a satisfied smile on his face. Although he was extremely surprised by Jones' asking price, as the owner of a team, no one would dislike a role player asking for a low price!
The contract of Jones was easily settled, and the Warriors' current lineup finally reached 13 people!
As the preseason kicks off, teams are testing some fringe players and some free agents!
Bruce still sat in his position close to the Warriors players. Although this preseason game did not attract his attention, the game was moved to San Francisco, which forced him to come out in person!
"Mr. Bruce, what do you think of this arena?" Crittenton looked around and was extremely satisfied with the surrounding facilities. If the mayor hadn't instructed him personally, he wouldn't have had any interest in Bruce, the young boss. I won't accompany you in person!
"Very good!" Taking a look at the surrounding facilities and a large number of Chinese fans, Bruce said with a smile!
Seeing Bruce's appearance, Crittenton's heart suddenly moved, and he said tentatively: "So, does Mr. Bruce intend to move the team here?"
A playful look flashed across Bruce's face, and he had heard occasional thoughts about the San Francisco City Hall.
When Chris Cohan was still the owner of the Warriors, San Francisco sent him an invitation.
Originally, Ben Han was very interested in the plan proposed by San Francisco. If Oakland did not try its best to keep it, he would not allow the Warriors to stay in a relatively small city, let alone accept the money they received for the renovation of the Warriors' arena. The temptation of 1 million US dollars!
"Mr. Kent, you also know the agreement between the Warriors and the locals in Oakland. Moving out of Oakland is not a simple matter!" Bruce said with an apologetic face, and the longing and helplessness that flashed in his eyes were truly conveyed to Crittenton!
"God, this is really terrible!" Crittenton suddenly felt the mayor's helplessness and unwillingness. If Cohan and Oakland hadn't reached an agreement they didn't know about, the Warriors would have had a great possibility of moving out. And come to San Francisco!
Now hearing Bruce's words, even though it is very clear what the Warriors will bring to a city, the 25-year agreement is not something they can interfere with!
As the two gradually got acquainted, the game between the Warriors and the Sonics on the court was coming to an end!
Damon Jones excitedly controlled the basketball in his hand. He was very surprised that he could play today!
As a player who recently joined the team, he got a chance to play in a very short period of time, which is extremely happy for Jones!
Although he was only able to appear on the stage 2 minutes before the end of the game, this has already made him very excited!
Looking at the running positions of the opposing players and teammates, Jones wondered if he wanted to show his boss his shooting skills.
When the time entered 1 minute and 25 seconds, Jones looked up at the flashing time on the timing card. Under the depressed expression of the opposing player, Jones, who was standing one step outside the three-point line, suddenly stepped forward, and then opened He threw the basketball with his hand!
"Shh!"
Bruce, who was chatting, listened to the sound coming from the loudspeaker, and subconsciously looked over: "This guy really has such a bit of pitching potential!"
With Jones' goal, the Warriors finally won the preseason game 100:89 by virtue of the performance of the main force who had previously attacked like chicken blood!
In the next few games, Bruce did not follow him as often as in the regular season, but seriously considered the rationality of the lineup!
"Wells, what do you think of the team's current lineup?" Bruce rubbed his sore brows, casually asking the nervous young data analyst in front of him!
"Uh... The team's current lineup is reasonable, but our striker position is a bit bloated!" Wells hesitated, thinking of the current lineup of the Warriors, and then said!
For the current situation in the team, Bruce is very familiar with it, but the current situation of players on the front line still makes him feel a little headache!
Although the transaction value of Jason Caffey and Donyell Marshall is very cost-effective, the chips that other teams are willing to pay for them are still difficult to reach Bruce's psychological price!
As the season is approaching, it seems a bit hasty to make some deals!
Bruce left the office depressed. Regarding the situation in the team, even a fan who was just watching the excitement could see the incongruity in the lineup!
At the center position, the Warriors have Dampier, Foyle and Ben Wallace, who is gradually showing toughness, plus a marginal substitute with a minimum salary, and only four players are hoarded at the center position!
At the position of power forward, although there are Caffey and Nowitzki, if you add the veteran Terry Cummings who has shown that he wants to retire, and Marshall who can play this position, only the center and power forward position They hoarded nearly 8 players!
The collocation of this lineup is like top-heavy, the small forward is slightly weak and the backup at the guard position is insufficient, which will affect the team's formulation and tilt of tactics!
Although Chris Mills is good, his potential injury is a problem. Although some injuries have been recovered or healed through the offseason this season, only relying on Marshall's supplement and Posey, a rookie, at small forward There will be some changes in the position!
Although the guard position is led by Vince Carter, one of the aces of the Warriors, his playing style is also a potential danger signal. With the somewhat old Curry and the average Jones, the configuration of shooting guard is barely qualified!
Compared with other positions, the position of point guard is weaker. In the whole team, only Billups and Starks can play this position, even if there is one of the substitutes signed by Bruce in the summer. As a substitute guard, the hidden dangers of this position are still a bit obvious!
Back at the villa, Bruce closed the documents in his hands a little tiredly. Although he was extremely confident in the team's current lineup configuration, the weak backcourt still made him scratch his head!
The start date of the league will not consider Bruce's headache. With the end of the Warriors' last preseason game on October 10, the real feast of the season will kick off in four days!
Bruce sat in the office dumbfounded, looking at the 99-2000 season schedule in his hand, he didn't know whether he should thank Stern for his arrangement or celebrate Nelson's resentment!
The first game of the Warriors is scheduled for November 11nd. They will meet the Mavericks at home, who have gradually improved under the guidance of Nelson!
For the arrangement of this opening game, while Bruce felt helpless and dumbfounded, he had to accept Nelson's resentful chatter!
"Damn David, doesn't he know how much we don't want to see you again?"
Bruce listened to Nelson's angrily complaining in the microphone. Even though he had seen the final outcome of the game, but because of his good personal relationship with Nelson, he could only helplessly say, "Donnie, to be honest, sir. Did Wei arrange this on purpose?"
"Shit, that old guy only sees gimmicks and money, and doesn't care about us, the bottom of the league!"
Bruce listened a little funny, although the Warriors were once one of the bottom teams, but he has great confidence to take the Warriors out of the fate of the bottom: "Come on! Donnie, don't you think there is something wrong with your words? Is there a smell of jealousy in it?"
"Okay! Okay! You're not a bottom team, is that okay?"
The two chatted casually for a while. Although the meaning of the words was a bit of a joke, although the Mavericks' lineup has been supplemented during the offseason, their future is still not expected by the outside world!
As Bruce was anxiously looking for a possible deal, on November 11, no matter how regretful Bruce was, the 2-99 season started its journey as scheduled!
"Boss, don't you think our friendship with the Mavericks is a bit joyful?" Starks glanced at Bruce, who was still frowning sitting beside him, and couldn't help but feel amused by the league's arrangement!
"Of course! If Donnie came to our bus now, he would definitely salute us!" Bruce shook his head, thinking of Nelson's cursing words, he couldn't help but smile on his face!
The two teams came to the Oakland Arena one after another. While the players were changing their team uniforms in the locker room, there was a very Chinese-style performance in the arena!
Bruce looked happily at the old men and old ladies twisting yangko and dancing Jinpa on the court. I don’t know how long I haven’t seen this scene!
Originally, he planned to do some publicity for Chinese fans and Chinese factors this season, trying to make these fans feel the taste of China as much as possible!
After learning about the schedule of the season, Bruce even went to San Francisco to look for the older generation of immigrants who still know Chinese folk customs and activities very well!
Looking at the old men and women who were full of enthusiasm on the court and their movements were fairly standard, Bruce's face suddenly revealed a hint of nostalgia!
"Bruce, your nation is simply too great!!" Nelson walked towards Bruce with a fascinated face, turning his head to look at the happy old people from time to time, and couldn't help but sigh with emotion!
"Of course!!" Bruce raised his chin subconsciously, feeling extremely proud of Nelson's praise!
The second update! ~
The old wolf is still strong, and please support me a lot!
(End of this chapter)
Damon Jones left the Oakland arena as if in a dream. As an undrafted rookie and a little homeless man, Bruce's sudden signing of him completely killed the idea that he was ready to refuse!
Looking at the contract in his hand, although Bruce's decision was a bit hasty, the potential of the other party still made him a little bit excited!
"Is the price of 60 US dollars for two years very expensive?" Bruce showed a satisfied smile on his face. Although he was extremely surprised by Jones' asking price, as the owner of a team, no one would dislike a role player asking for a low price!
The contract of Jones was easily settled, and the Warriors' current lineup finally reached 13 people!
As the preseason kicks off, teams are testing some fringe players and some free agents!
Bruce still sat in his position close to the Warriors players. Although this preseason game did not attract his attention, the game was moved to San Francisco, which forced him to come out in person!
"Mr. Bruce, what do you think of this arena?" Crittenton looked around and was extremely satisfied with the surrounding facilities. If the mayor hadn't instructed him personally, he wouldn't have had any interest in Bruce, the young boss. I won't accompany you in person!
"Very good!" Taking a look at the surrounding facilities and a large number of Chinese fans, Bruce said with a smile!
Seeing Bruce's appearance, Crittenton's heart suddenly moved, and he said tentatively: "So, does Mr. Bruce intend to move the team here?"
A playful look flashed across Bruce's face, and he had heard occasional thoughts about the San Francisco City Hall.
When Chris Cohan was still the owner of the Warriors, San Francisco sent him an invitation.
Originally, Ben Han was very interested in the plan proposed by San Francisco. If Oakland did not try its best to keep it, he would not allow the Warriors to stay in a relatively small city, let alone accept the money they received for the renovation of the Warriors' arena. The temptation of 1 million US dollars!
"Mr. Kent, you also know the agreement between the Warriors and the locals in Oakland. Moving out of Oakland is not a simple matter!" Bruce said with an apologetic face, and the longing and helplessness that flashed in his eyes were truly conveyed to Crittenton!
"God, this is really terrible!" Crittenton suddenly felt the mayor's helplessness and unwillingness. If Cohan and Oakland hadn't reached an agreement they didn't know about, the Warriors would have had a great possibility of moving out. And come to San Francisco!
Now hearing Bruce's words, even though it is very clear what the Warriors will bring to a city, the 25-year agreement is not something they can interfere with!
As the two gradually got acquainted, the game between the Warriors and the Sonics on the court was coming to an end!
Damon Jones excitedly controlled the basketball in his hand. He was very surprised that he could play today!
As a player who recently joined the team, he got a chance to play in a very short period of time, which is extremely happy for Jones!
Although he was only able to appear on the stage 2 minutes before the end of the game, this has already made him very excited!
Looking at the running positions of the opposing players and teammates, Jones wondered if he wanted to show his boss his shooting skills.
When the time entered 1 minute and 25 seconds, Jones looked up at the flashing time on the timing card. Under the depressed expression of the opposing player, Jones, who was standing one step outside the three-point line, suddenly stepped forward, and then opened He threw the basketball with his hand!
"Shh!"
Bruce, who was chatting, listened to the sound coming from the loudspeaker, and subconsciously looked over: "This guy really has such a bit of pitching potential!"
With Jones' goal, the Warriors finally won the preseason game 100:89 by virtue of the performance of the main force who had previously attacked like chicken blood!
In the next few games, Bruce did not follow him as often as in the regular season, but seriously considered the rationality of the lineup!
"Wells, what do you think of the team's current lineup?" Bruce rubbed his sore brows, casually asking the nervous young data analyst in front of him!
"Uh... The team's current lineup is reasonable, but our striker position is a bit bloated!" Wells hesitated, thinking of the current lineup of the Warriors, and then said!
For the current situation in the team, Bruce is very familiar with it, but the current situation of players on the front line still makes him feel a little headache!
Although the transaction value of Jason Caffey and Donyell Marshall is very cost-effective, the chips that other teams are willing to pay for them are still difficult to reach Bruce's psychological price!
As the season is approaching, it seems a bit hasty to make some deals!
Bruce left the office depressed. Regarding the situation in the team, even a fan who was just watching the excitement could see the incongruity in the lineup!
At the center position, the Warriors have Dampier, Foyle and Ben Wallace, who is gradually showing toughness, plus a marginal substitute with a minimum salary, and only four players are hoarded at the center position!
At the position of power forward, although there are Caffey and Nowitzki, if you add the veteran Terry Cummings who has shown that he wants to retire, and Marshall who can play this position, only the center and power forward position They hoarded nearly 8 players!
The collocation of this lineup is like top-heavy, the small forward is slightly weak and the backup at the guard position is insufficient, which will affect the team's formulation and tilt of tactics!
Although Chris Mills is good, his potential injury is a problem. Although some injuries have been recovered or healed through the offseason this season, only relying on Marshall's supplement and Posey, a rookie, at small forward There will be some changes in the position!
Although the guard position is led by Vince Carter, one of the aces of the Warriors, his playing style is also a potential danger signal. With the somewhat old Curry and the average Jones, the configuration of shooting guard is barely qualified!
Compared with other positions, the position of point guard is weaker. In the whole team, only Billups and Starks can play this position, even if there is one of the substitutes signed by Bruce in the summer. As a substitute guard, the hidden dangers of this position are still a bit obvious!
Back at the villa, Bruce closed the documents in his hands a little tiredly. Although he was extremely confident in the team's current lineup configuration, the weak backcourt still made him scratch his head!
The start date of the league will not consider Bruce's headache. With the end of the Warriors' last preseason game on October 10, the real feast of the season will kick off in four days!
Bruce sat in the office dumbfounded, looking at the 99-2000 season schedule in his hand, he didn't know whether he should thank Stern for his arrangement or celebrate Nelson's resentment!
The first game of the Warriors is scheduled for November 11nd. They will meet the Mavericks at home, who have gradually improved under the guidance of Nelson!
For the arrangement of this opening game, while Bruce felt helpless and dumbfounded, he had to accept Nelson's resentful chatter!
"Damn David, doesn't he know how much we don't want to see you again?"
Bruce listened to Nelson's angrily complaining in the microphone. Even though he had seen the final outcome of the game, but because of his good personal relationship with Nelson, he could only helplessly say, "Donnie, to be honest, sir. Did Wei arrange this on purpose?"
"Shit, that old guy only sees gimmicks and money, and doesn't care about us, the bottom of the league!"
Bruce listened a little funny, although the Warriors were once one of the bottom teams, but he has great confidence to take the Warriors out of the fate of the bottom: "Come on! Donnie, don't you think there is something wrong with your words? Is there a smell of jealousy in it?"
"Okay! Okay! You're not a bottom team, is that okay?"
The two chatted casually for a while. Although the meaning of the words was a bit of a joke, although the Mavericks' lineup has been supplemented during the offseason, their future is still not expected by the outside world!
As Bruce was anxiously looking for a possible deal, on November 11, no matter how regretful Bruce was, the 2-99 season started its journey as scheduled!
"Boss, don't you think our friendship with the Mavericks is a bit joyful?" Starks glanced at Bruce, who was still frowning sitting beside him, and couldn't help but feel amused by the league's arrangement!
"Of course! If Donnie came to our bus now, he would definitely salute us!" Bruce shook his head, thinking of Nelson's cursing words, he couldn't help but smile on his face!
The two teams came to the Oakland Arena one after another. While the players were changing their team uniforms in the locker room, there was a very Chinese-style performance in the arena!
Bruce looked happily at the old men and old ladies twisting yangko and dancing Jinpa on the court. I don’t know how long I haven’t seen this scene!
Originally, he planned to do some publicity for Chinese fans and Chinese factors this season, trying to make these fans feel the taste of China as much as possible!
After learning about the schedule of the season, Bruce even went to San Francisco to look for the older generation of immigrants who still know Chinese folk customs and activities very well!
Looking at the old men and women who were full of enthusiasm on the court and their movements were fairly standard, Bruce's face suddenly revealed a hint of nostalgia!
"Bruce, your nation is simply too great!!" Nelson walked towards Bruce with a fascinated face, turning his head to look at the happy old people from time to time, and couldn't help but sigh with emotion!
"Of course!!" Bruce raised his chin subconsciously, feeling extremely proud of Nelson's praise!
The second update! ~
The old wolf is still strong, and please support me a lot!
(End of this chapter)
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