Chapter 759 [Super King, the lineup is determined]
Larry Hughes, Thomas, Raheem and Miller's big contracts expired together, leaving 40 million in salary space.
Wang Jun and James accounted for more than 40 million, with a salary cap of 58.04 million in the 2010-2011 season, and a luxury tax threshold of 70.3 million US dollars.
After seeing off Garcia and Udri's two middle-class students, the Kings are now full of basic salary plus rookies. The only extra one is Kevin Martin, who is just tens of millions of yuan in annual salary.
Martin doesn't want to play as a substitute, and the Kings don't have a suitable trading partner for the time being. They want to find a veteran with playoff experience, or exchange future draft picks to free up their salary space.
This year, there are the most "big fish" in the free market, and many people are waiting and watching, but there is a choice.
Wade, Bosh, and Anthony will definitely not be able to cut their salary. No matter how good the relationship is, it will be useless, so it is impossible to find a superstar. Unless you sign first and then pay luxury tax, the Kings do not want to overdraw their future in order to win the championship next season.
The uniform team led by Jeff Petri had no good idea yet, so Celtics manager Angie called first and requested a deal.
Ray Allen's contract expired and he was unwilling to renew his contract with the Celtics, and wanted to win the championship at the end of his career. Anji tried hard to persuade him to sign first and then change, and Allen agreed.
The Celtics want to sign Ray Allen with 16 million in two years, plus the 2011 first-round draft pick, and replace Martin.
Lei Allen is the oldest of the Big Three. Now he is 35 years old. It is almost time for him to retire and must seize the time to compete for a ring.
In the team, Ray Allen is not sociable, doesn't like to talk trash, can't make jokes, not only does he have a relationship with Rondo, but he doesn't talk much to Garnett.
When talking about the Big Three, the media always said that Ray Allen was the worst, and some fans thought he was not as good as Rondo because Rondo could get a triple-double and grab rebounds.
After playing for four years and not winning the championship, Lei Allen didn't think he owed anything to the Celtics. He was so kind that he would be done without leaving directly.
However, Lei Allen was very smart and did not mention the conflict with Rondo. If he left the teammates unhappy, then this would prove that he was unpopular in the team and the next company would also suspect that there was something wrong with others' character.
Of course, Ray Allen is willing to join the King, put aside his identity as a giant and become the sixth man. Without pressure, he may still win the championship. He has been fighting with Wang Jun and James for many years and knows how much energy these two people can explode together.
Management does not need analysis and passes the transaction unanimously.
Swan immediately called Wang Jun to tell the good news. He was shocked when he heard that Ray Allen was coming.
Wang Jun knew that Ray Allen was not a simple pitcher, but could also take the ball. If he led the substitute, the second team's offense was not bad, eight million was not expensive, and it was only two years. At the age of 37, he could spare his salary space whether he left or stayed.
Wang Jun called James again.
James shouted: "They brought Ray Allen to the King too? Isn't it a joke?"
"Why am I kidding? The price is agreed, 16 million yuan is not expensive in two years, which is considered to give him enough respect. He wants a championship and asks for a trade."
James smiled and said, "Does this mean that the four most powerful three-pointers in the league are already in the Kings? I can't believe it."
Wang Jun, Peja, Ray Allen, and Curry, who scored the most three-pointers last season, aren’t they the strongest four? Even Curry, who is the least famous and has not won the three-pointer on the celebrity weekend, has a 43% shooting percentage.
James' confidence in winning the championship has surged again. If he can't win the championship, he and Wang Jun will find a place to commit suicide.
"The deal has been finalized in the past few days. I really look forward to what those people will react." Wang Jun smiled.
A day later, the Kings and Celtics deal was reached, Ray Allen and Martin completed the swap, and the Celtics also bought a draft pick to seek salary equality.
Judging from the data, it seems that Martin is better, averaging 5 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1 steal. In fact, Martin has never played in the playoffs. Ray Allen is more effective. Once he feels hot, he is a superstar.
The media went crazy, and experts predicted that the Lakers were in danger in the new season and the difficulty of defending the title doubled. The Kings' current lineup is much better than the Celtics last season.
David Stern was crazy, too.
What is this to do? Form a super three-point team? Veteran All-Stars? 2004 Lakers Enhanced Edition?
He still couldn't stop it. The king did not have any illegal transactions, and the veterans voluntarily joined the franchise with salary cuts.
There are so many veterans who have invested in just half a month because of the charm of Wang Jun and James joining forces, and so many people feel that they have a future with them.
This is not the end. James called and called someone and first found "big z" Ilgoskas. The old friend immediately expressed his willingness to join the King for a basic salary.
Last season, "Big Z" was traded to the Wizards and was immediately cut, and then returned to the Cavaliers and James to fight side by side.
Only one day later, James called another acquaintance and became even more famous.
Tracy McGrady volunteered to join the Kings with a basic salary of $1 million and strive for the championship. After playing for half a season in the Knicks, he realized that he could not return to the peak and was willing to replace him.
McGrady's condition has been very bad after the surgery in 2009, and her physical fitness has deteriorated, averaging 9.4 points and 3.9 assists per game. His shooting is very bad and his organizational ability is still there. As long as he doesn't make a fuss, he will be a qualified substitute.
Of course, the Kings management will not reject McGrady. His joining can attract many fans. Even if he can't play, his popularity is still very high, especially in China with a large number of "maltose".
The commercial value of old stars cannot be reflected in the data. If these people get together, no matter where they go, the audience of the game is full of affirmation.
On July 18, several big-name veterans appeared in Sacramento together, showing their respective jerseys and being interviewed.
Peja said: "I believe the King will win the championship. I am ready. No matter where the position I play or how much playing time I get, I will try my best to contribute my strength."
McGrady smiled sleepily and said, "With James and Wang Jun here, is there any suspense in the championship? We will be the strongest team."
Ray Allen said the simplest thing: "Everything is for the championship. Some people say I betrayed the Celtics. I don't think so. I know what I want. Will others stay with the Celtics until they retire?"
Ray Allen was so confused that Garnett was unable to refute when he was criticized by the media.
Yes, will Garnett stay with the Celtics until retirement? Waiting for someone to join us to help the Celtics win the championship, can he and Pierce, Rondo, and Martin do it?
With Garnett's state, even if he wants to retire, the Celtics may not be willing to renew their contract.
With more than two months left before the new season, Kings fans can't wait. The Kings lineup has been confirmed.
Center: Brad Miller, Ilgoskas, Hassan Whiteside.
Power forwards: Yi Jianlian, Teigibson, Jerebko.
Small forwards: James, McGrady, Stojakovic.
Scoring guards: Wang Jun, Ray Allen, James Percy.
Point guards: Curry, Bibby, Jason Williams.
Williams, Percy, and Big Z have a non-protected contract, but they will not be cut off. The three veterans were called by the stars, and the management will not be so rude.
Unless an accident occurs, these fifteen people will compete in the new season!
Chapter completed!