I’m Really Playing Basketball

　　 On July 10, 2002, Chen Xiao and Dan Feigen came to the training hall of the New Jersey Nets.

　　 in the clicks of reporters and boos from the fans.

　　 Chen Xiao and the Nets signed a four-year contract of 9.35 million US dollars.

　　 In this contract, Chen Xiao’s annual salary is 1.95 million in the first year, 2.1 million in the second year, 2.26 million in the third year, and 3.04 million in the fourth year.

　　 The salary of NBA is paid once every two weeks, and it is paid 26 times in 52 weeks a year.

　　 Excluding the federal tax and state tax plus some fees from the alliance and 4% of the broker, Chen Xiao’s salary is almost 40%.

　　The tax is more than that, and Chen Xiao went from being a poor to a high-income group.

　　 Although the salary tax is very ruthless, Chen Xiao is still very excited.

　　 The base number is too high, even if you draw 60%, the rest is still astronomical for Chen Xiao.

　　According to Chen Xiao's four-year salary figures, Chen Xiao can receive a salary of US$30,000 each time in his first year.

　　 In the second year, Chen Xiao’s salary each time will be $32,300.

　　 In the third year, Chen Xiao received a salary of 34,800 US dollars each time.

　　 In the fourth year, as long as the Nets continue to implement Chen Xiao's contract options, Chen Xiao's salary will skyrocket once, reaching 46,800 US dollars each time.

　　 Chen Xiao’s contract is a 3+1 contract, and the Nets have the team option for Chen Xiao’s fourth-year contract.

　　 Therefore, the guaranteed amount of Chen Xiao's contract is only 6.31 million US dollars in the previous three years.

　　 However, NBA teams generally do not give up the last year or two-year contract of the first round of the show.

　　 Even if this draft picks up again, it is not a problem to get a full four-year salary.

　　 After Chen Xiao signed with the Nets, Chen Xiao’s first salary went to Chen Xiao’s personal account.

　　30,000 dollars!

　　 As long as you wait four more days, on July 14, Chen Xiao can receive another $30,000.

　　 For Chen Xiao, he has never had so much money.

　　 So, even at this time, the Nets fans welcomed him with boos from the audience.

　　 Chen Xiao didn't care at all.

　　 Nets fans are protesting the team’s trade of the team’s third boss Keith Van Horn for Chen Xiao, a rookie player who has obvious flaws and may be a black hole for winning the team’s championship.

　　 For many Nets fans, even the No. 1 pick is meaningless for the team to win the championship.

　　 A rookie needs to grow, otherwise it is a black hole.

　　 Rookies look to the future, and the Nets need the present, a natural contradiction.

　　 The booing of Nets fans had a limited impact on Chen Xiao, but for the Nets general manager Rod Thorne and Byron Scott on the scene, it was very stressful.

　　 The team reached the finals last season, and the fans' expectations were too high.

　　 However, no matter what the future success or failure is, now it's done, and you can only go one way to the end.

　　 "Chen, congratulations, you are now a member of the NBA Finals team."

　　 After completing the contract with Chen Xiao, Rod Thorne and Byron Scott congratulated Chen Xiao and sent the fans and reporters out of the training hall.

　　 The originally lively training hall, after the reporters and fans sent it out, only the coaching staff, management and Chen Xiao team of the Nets were left.

　　 "Chen, get ready, the Nets are ready to test you."

　　 Fagan finished speaking in a low voice in Chen Xiao's ear, Ron Soder and Byron Scott, who had finished their work, came to Chen Xiao and Fagan's team.

　　 "Danny, now, are we qualified to lift Chen's "red awkward picture"."

"sure."

　　 Dan Fagan no longer blocked.

　　 And Chen Xiao is also eager to try.

　　 Two hours later, Chen Xiao finished all the tests, and the Dan Fagan team left the Nets training hall.

　　 Behind the Nets training hall, Nets General Manager Ron Sodd and Byron Scott stared at the test data in hand.

　　Name: Chen Xiao

　　 Age: 19

　　 Height: 2 meters 00 (naked height)

　　Warmspan: 2.13 meters

　　 Weight: 88 kg

　　 Bounce in place: 60 cm

　　 Run-up bounce: 78 cm

　　 Bench press (84 kg): 0 times

　　 Reentry run in the restricted area: 13.30 seconds

　　 3/4 sprint run: 3.40

　　……

　　……

　　 This is a very incredible physical test data.

　　 In addition to the 3/4 sprint running results are very good, which proves that Chen Xiao has a very good explosive power, Chen Xiao's other dynamic physical test data can be described as terrible.

　　 And the power and confrontation in the static data is even more needless to say, almost all of them are 0.

　　 As for the technical training of holding the ball, it is no different from an amateur beginner.

　　 is not even proficient in dribbling with both hands.

　　 O'Neal can't dribble the ball with both hands, OK?

　　 From these test data, it would be a blood loss to pick such a player with the No. 7 overall pick.

A player like 　　 can't play top professional games at all, let alone the NBA.

　　 However, neither Rod Thorne nor Byron Scott had any blood loss expressions on their faces at this time.

　　 On the contrary, after recovering, the expressions on their faces were both excited and excited.

　　 "Naked height is 2 meters, arm span is 2.13 meters, he is still growing tall!"

　　 "When we were training alone with us before, we didn't know the arm span, and the height was definitely not that high!"

　　 "How long is this? He can even continue to grow taller!"

"In addition, in the face of the trainer's defense, he made 70 of 100 three-point shots for receiving and 70 of 100 mid-range shots for receiving the ball. They are all very good. Even, his three-pointers are even better than the mid-range. Better!"

　　 Three-pointers and mid-range shots have the same shooting percentage, but three-pointers can be longer than mid-range.

　　 "We thought he was a top middle distance player, but we didn't expect him to be a top three-pointer!"

　　 "His physical fitness makes it impossible for him to be an outside bird, but even if he can't become an outside bird, he can also become a top role player!"

　　 "A star-rated role player!"

　　 "Moreover, he is also a future top role player who has a very strong instant match and a perfect fit for the Nets' style!"

　　 Chen Xiao has an incredible quotient and learning ability.

　　 As long as he has the average level of talent in the NBA, he may become a perimeter bird.

　　 This is the consensus of the Nets.

　　 Therefore, the top of the Nets has very unrealistic expectations of Chen Xiao.

　　 The results of today's test prove that there is really only one Bird.

　　 Chen Xiao cannot be Bird.

　　 Even if Chen Xiao has the learning ability and ball quotient comparable to Bird, he does not possess Bird's physical talent.

　　 Although Chen Xiao can't become Bird, for the Nets, Chen Xiao's future is enough.

　　 It is still a very good choice for the Nets to draft Chen Xiao with the seventh overall pick.

　　 "Byron, our biggest job in the offseason now is to ensure that our Wonder Boy can use his three-pointers and mid-range on the NBA court as much as possible next season!"

　　 "In the off season, I will organize a dedicated team to increase his running ability, confrontation ability, and weight for our Wonder Boy!"

　　 "Rod, I will cooperate with all my strength!"

　　 Chen Xiao, who left the Nets training camp with Fagan, naturally didn't know what the two big men of the Nets had arranged for him at this time.

　　 After signing the contract with the Nets, Chen Xiao will have an interview with CCTV.

　　Because he is the first first-round show in China to sign a contract with an NBA team.

　　 Yao Ming and the Heat signed on July 17.

　　 Chen Xiao, who left the Nets training hall, under the guidance of the Nets staff, met the CCTV team and acquaintances of the embassy who had been waiting here in the reception room of the Nets.

　　 When he came to the Nets to sign the contract, Chen Xiao was wearing a suit that Fegan borrowed money to buy. Now, Chen Xiao has worn the Nets' white and black home jersey this season.

　　 The jersey number is 7.

　　 Compared to No. 7, Chen Xiao still loves No. 11 after all.

　　 November 11 is his birthday, and the number 11 is very special to him.

　　 However, the Nets' No. 11 jersey is now worn by team center Todd Mark Lodge.

　　 is the Canadian who bore O'Neal in the finals last season.

"This Finals is really boring, because what is the name of the center of the Nets, Todd Mark Lodge, he is actually against me. Go down, do you know the craziest thing? Back then? I was really angry when I was playing in New Jersey. They thought Todd could guard me in front of my grandparents. Oh, let's get it down!"

　　 After the finals, the Nets' center was sceptical of life by O'Neal and at the same time was mocked by O'Neal and completely lost his confidence.

　　 I heard that the center is now in his home team at the University of Washington, following his mentor Lorenzo Romar to restore confidence.

　　 In the finals of last season, O'Neal played very well, averaging 36.3 points and 12.3 rebounds per game. O'Neal, who has always been bullying and fearful of hard work, would miss this opportunity to hit people.

　　 Hearing what happened to Todd Mark Lodge from the Nets general manager Ron Sudder, how could Chen Xiao put a knife in his back.

　　Life has been so difficult, don't embarrass each other.

　　Although according to Ron Sodd, as long as he wants to, No. 11 is in his bag.

　　 Chen Xiao likes 11, but has no obsession with 11, and the number 7 is also quite good.

　　 "Chen Xiao, did you see Kidd at the Nets training hall today?"

　　 "No, I heard from Mr. Sodd that Kidd and the main players of the Nets are on vacation."

　　 Chen Xiao just sat down in the Nets' No. 7 jersey. After a click, the CCTV team couldn't wait to ask questions.

　　 In this year's NBA Draft, two Chinese players became the lottery, which had a great impact.

　　Especially Yao Ming entered the NBA as the champion. After CCTV's extensive coverage, it aroused the sense of honor of the people across the country.

　　 After all, it has overwhelmed the world to become the number one.

　　 Although Chen Xiao is much worse than Yao Ming, he has a lot of attention.

　　 Because Yao Ming had to deal with such complicated domestic relations, the signing was pushed to July 17. During this time, Chen Xiao's signing was equivalent to a thirst quenching appetizer.

　　 If Yao Ming doesn't have that complicated relationship to deal with in China, CCTV's battle with Chen Xiao will definitely not be that big.

　　 "Chen Xiao, as the first defender to enter the NBA, domestic fans have always been curious about you. Are you really in contact with basketball in your freshman year?"

　　 "Yes, before college, I didn't know what basketball was. My favorite sports were running and badminton."

"It's an incredible growth rate. It only took you one year to accomplish something that many domestic players could not do in 20 or 30 years. You are a true genius, and as a genius by the American basketball community. Wonder boy, do you have any basketball experience to share with domestic players?"

"A genius, I have never thought of it like this. I just have better luck and the domestic players are also very good. I am just a beginner who has not completed the enlightenment. I am not qualified to share my experience. Moreover, there are also domestic players. Many excellent coaches have produced such excellent players as Wang Zhizhi and Yao Ming."

　　 The CCTV interview is still the same, changing the law to tout Chen Xiao's excellence and representing China's achievements in the United States, so that those who see this interview can strengthen some national self-confidence.

Chen Xiao’s answer is very modest. He knows it. CCTV seems to be flattering him, but he doesn’t want him to feel arrogantly that I am the most Dior, and my Dior has nothing to do with the people in China, so stay away. I find satisfaction in me.

　　 Therefore, Chen Xiao’s answer is also represented by the ‘Chinese’ everywhere, and a member of the ‘common people’ lives by himself.

　　 means that my achievements are yours. You can rest assured to join me and support me.

　　 So, this is a very happy interview between both parties.

　　 Chen Xiao is very happy, and CCTV is even more happy.

　　 "Is this really the EQ of a 19-year-old young man?"

　　 "No wonder he was so open in the United States. I heard that when he was in college, there were a bunch of brothers and a bunch of younger brothers."

　　 "Compared with Chen Xiao, Wang Zhizhi's emotional intelligence is too low."

　　 "I don't know how Yao Ming's emotional intelligence is. I have a hunch that although Chen Xiao is not as optimistic as Yao Ming, his quotient makes him likely to succeed in the NBA more easily."

　　 At the end of the interview, many members of the CCTV team were whispering.

　　 It was at the same time that Chen Xiao was busy signing a contract in New Jersey and interviewing him.

　　 Chen Xiao's rejection of the Nets' No. 11 jersey has reached the ears of the Nets players who are on vacation.

　　 For the rookie that this team traded for Keith Van Horn, except for the team's backup small forward Richard Jefferson, the other players are full of disgust.

　　 Chen Xiao broke up a team from the finals team.

　　 "This kid is not so unbearable, at least he is not spoiled and arrogant."

　　 Kidd said lightly after getting news from his agent.

　　 At this time, most of the Nets players are basically Kidd.

　　'S impression of Chen Xiao has changed but not much.

　　 Except for two people.

　　 "He should be a good new teammate to get along with!"

　　 This is Richard Jefferson, Keith Van Horn is gone, I'm going to get ahead!

　　 Thank God, thank you Wonder Boy!

　　 And Todd Mark Lodge at the University of Washington...

　　 "Blanton, do you think Senior Todd is in a better mood now?"

　　 The clever Nate Robinson finished, and Brandon Roy, who was also a first-year student with Nate Robinson, nodded honestly.

　　 After completing the signing with the Nets and an interview with CCTV, the day's official business is over.

　　 But in the evening, Chen Xiao is going to attend an American celebrity Chinese dinner at the Consulate General in New York.

　　 It can be said that Chen Xiao is really busy now.

　　 "Chen, you have to get used to this kind of life in the future. When you leave the NCAA, your life is more than just basketball."

　　 After Fagan smiled and said, Chen Xiao nodded seriously.

　　 "I know, I am no longer a student, I have grown up, and I am a member of society!"

　　 Chen Xiao's expression that I have grown up made Feigen a little bit to laugh.

　　 "That's right."

　　 Fagan actually appreciates Chen Xiao's super adaptability.

"By the way, Chen, after you entered the NBA as a lottery, you have already contacted me with a lot of business cooperation, including China, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, your image is very good, because of the NCAA and NBA drafts, It is also very famous in the United States. Many Asian commercials will look for you when they need an Asian face. In the future, your commercial promotion will be a lot."

　　 So I am so popular in the field of "Chafan"?

　　 Chen Xiao was secretly surprised~www.NovelMTL.com~Chen, do you have any taboos? "

　　 Taboo?

　　 He really doesn't understand these things.

　　 "Does Yao Ming have any taboos?"

　　 "I heard that he will not accept Japanese business cooperation."

"me too."

　　 Although puzzled, it is the customer's request, and Feigen is sure to implement it faithfully.

　　 Especially Chen Xiao's request, he saw that Chen Xiao is probably a golden hen!

　　 Thanks Henry!

　　 "Chen, do you have any other requirements?"

　　 "By the way, Danny, the best business cooperation is a little bit high-quality, a little bit high-end, I don't take the **** and TT ads.

　　Although there is an improvement of 1cm, but...

　　 Chen Xiao was a little embarrassed.

　　 He doesn’t take a shower in the locker room after every game...

　　 He is really not inferior. He simply doesn't want the old black teammates to laugh and choke water, which will affect their health.

　　 "Understand, I happen to have a very good high-quality commercial cooperation here. What do you think of Asiana Airlines' American promotion advertisement?"

　　 "Airline? Okay."

　　 While Chen Xiao and Fagan were hiding in a corner discussing business cooperation matters, the well-meaning middle-aged man who interviewed him this morning walked over.

"Teacher Zhang."

　　 "Xiao Chen, are you interested in playing this year's World Championships?"

　　 "……"

　　 As soon as Teacher Zhang spoke, Chen Xiaoshan had nowhere to flash, so he was attacked and hit the'face door' directly.

　　Ps: I went back to my wife’s house today to announce the good news. The update is late. Sorry, but it’s still a big chapter, almost 5,000 words. Besides, there is a second chapter later.

　　Ps: Seeking recommendation, seeking collection! ! !