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It's not that Andy's mouth is too poisonous. In fact, because of the deterioration of the overall economic environment, the market-based NBA feels unprecedented pressure.

As the entertainment industry, the NBA, for ordinary American families, is idle and bored to watch a game when they have a lot of money, but now why run the court when they have nothing to do, wouldn’t it be clearer to watch the TV? !

When the appeal of the stars is insufficient, the NBA can only work more on "beauty". That's why the NBA's cheerleaders are now less and less "exciting" performances, and there are more and more performances. In the case of unattractive games, the performances of the cheerleaders can indeed become one of the few. Not many highlights.

Regarding what Andy said, although Stern had the urge to vomit blood, he also knew the meaning of the words. Stern, who has been in the mall for many years, smelled danger as early as last year.

In April 2008, a few months before the overall decline in the US stock market, he had the foresight to convene various club owners to discuss possible economic downturns and countermeasures. The subsequent situation was worse than he expected. The rapid decline of the global economy made Stern decide to take the lead. Before the NBA regular season started this season, the league made the decision to lay off staff.

The NBA headquarters laid off 9%, and the number of laid-offs reached as many as 80 people. This move made the NBA the first sports league in the United States to lay off staff amid the financial tsunami.

"This is also something that can't be helped. The financial crisis has forced us to tighten our belts." Stern said with emotion.

However, the business trader still expressed hope for the future of the NBA. He went on to say: "The stock market has fallen by 30% to 40%. Such a cruel fact is in front of us, so our income will be reduced by 1% or 1%. 2% is a normal thing, we must see the current economic situation clearly, because we don't know what will happen. But we are confident that we can survive this financial crisis.

Besides, the NBA does not only rely on the US market, like Europe, especially China's economy, will not be as difficult as the US is now. . . "

It is not difficult to smell from the words of the league president that China has become his biggest way out to save the NBA economy. As the Rockets most favored by the Chinese market, they are undoubtedly the most jealous of all NBA teams, especially after winning the championship this year, the Rockets' popularity in China is almost unmatched, and the Rockets players this summer One by one, the commercial activities of the heavenly dynasty have been softened.

"The league can play two regular season games in China as before, such as our Rockets vs. Lakers. I think this game can make all parties involved happy. What do you think, Mr. President?"

A sunny smile appeared on Andy's face, watching David Stern propose.

David Stern also looked at Andy with a smile on his face and said: "It seems that we want to go together, but what is the situation with Dayao's injury, and will he be able to play at that time? After all, he is the pride of the Chinese people." .The game without him would be less effective.”

"Hehe." Hearing Stern's question, Andy couldn't help shaking his head and laughing. Ever since he won the championship, Dayao had announced to the outside world that his left foot was injured. Because of the competition, he persisted until the end of the finals, and now he needs to start treatment. , causing an uproar from the outside world.

In fact, the Rockets have known about Dayao's injury for a long time, but they did not disclose this to the outside world. They just said in a vague tone that "the situation is not clear" to perfunctory, and the various speculations from the outside world are simply ridiculous. ,

Predictions about Dayao being seriously injured and facing retirement almost filled all sports reports in China and the United States.

"He's fine. His left foot was injured, but it was mostly due to fatigue. After a period of rest and conservative treatment, he's fine. So, you can rest assured that the Rockets' goal for next season is the championship. Defending!"

"Hehe, that's good." David Stern looked at the young richest man in the world in front of him, feeling extremely emotional in his heart. It was undoubtedly a very correct thing to agree and help this young man join the alliance. Bringing more attention, and at the same time, this business genius has brought many changes to the league.

Although it is not something that he would like to see for the league, star grouping together and forming a giant team, but it is not entirely a bad thing. In any case, the ratings of the Rockets' championship game this year created a record high. History, the number of viewers around the world, is almost comparable to the Olympics, well, it's a bit of an exaggeration to say that.

"Then it's settled, the first regular season game between the Rockets and the Lakers will be in China!"

"No problem. It's something that benefits everyone." Andy smiled, "However, I still want to make some comments. Regarding the referee's decision on Dayao, I believe that a healthy Yao is very important to the Rockets. It is more important for the alliance. At present, it seems that Tianchaoyi cannot replace Dayao. Once Dayao leaves the alliance, I believe that although the alliance will not lose the Tianchao market, it will definitely make a 50% discount. Take more care, this is a very cost-effective deal for the alliance, what do you think, Mr. President?"

"..." David Stern twitched his lips, shook his head helplessly and said, "He has received a lot of care."

"Hehe, Mr. President, don't be joking. Compared with Black Mamba's five-step layup and two dribbles, the level of care of the little emperor's N-step layup is far worse. Don't wait until you lose it to regret it. Dayao has been violated too much on the court, I don’t want to see him being ruined by some garbage, that kind of loss is too big, a loss of hundreds of millions of dollars every year, I will go crazy!”

While talking, Andy's face also changed from a smile to a serious one. His eyes were bright and sharp, and he looked at the frowning David Stern. When it comes to the star whistle, even if it is not as exaggerated as Kobe and James, it is necessary to let Dayao enjoy the treatment of referees who pay attention to protection at all times, and turn Dayao into a hedgehog to ensure that Dayao will not be black-handed.

For Dayao, the cash cow, Andy also took great pains.

"You little guy...hehe, you will really give me problems." David Stern showed a helpless smile on his old face, shaking his head and laughing. There is almost no solution. In addition, his offensive skills are very rich, it is impossible to lock him up alone..."

In fact, everyone knows that Dayao and O'Neal at the time took a look, because it is too big, has tonnage and strength, and it is really difficult to defend without small moves. Although the defender has countless small moves, as long as it is not too obvious, the referee generally does not give the whistle.

"Then it's not fair to whistle a player just because he is too strong. Shark hacking tactics have long been notorious. Dayao is not that big shark, so tough!"

"puff--"

Hearing Andy say such words, David Stern almost spit out old blood again, looked at Andy with strange eyes, shook his head and said: "Okay, I will let the referees pay more attention' Fair 'sentence."

However, David Stern looked at the smile on Andy's face again, and he also made fun of Andy and said: "By the way, the league has approved Larry Ellison's request to join the Warriors. Now, next season I'm going to have the Rockets and the Warriors have a Christmas game, and I heard you and Larry are having a bit of a bad time, is that true?"

"Hehe, it's nothing. You arranged for the Warriors to play against our Rockets in the Christmas game. Aren't you clearly going to bully the Warriors? If the score is too disparate at that time, don't regret it." Andy smiled and shook his head in denial, but in his heart I also made complaints about this old guy's old Yin 13.

"You are a bad old man, very bad!"

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