American Fortune Life

The end of the curtain never only means a sad farewell, but more likely a new beginning. There is never a shortage of legends in the sports world, but how many perfect endings can people remember? Always choose to say goodbye. Some people choose to retire when they are successful and famous, while others choose to continue to accompany them in another way.

The owner of the Houston Rockets, Alexander, can be called thunderous to many Rabbit fans. Yao played for the Rockets for 5 seasons, and an average of more than 30 million people watched each game in front of the TV. It can be said that it was also from Dayao that the NBA had a breakthrough in the Rabbit Country market, allowing the Rockets and the NBA to gain popularity in the Rabbit Country. In this regard, both the NBA and Rabbit Country fans should thank Alexander very much.

Andy naturally knows that the Jewish old man in front of him is not willing to sell the Rockets in his hand, but he must raise a large sum of cash to save his investment company. Alexander's personal investment interests are mainly in real estate, sports teams, investment funds , This kind of asset allocation is undoubtedly a very stable investment portfolio in normal times, but when the real estate bubble burst, triggered the subprime mortgage crisis, caused market panic, and the stock market crashed, it is undoubtedly a fatal poisonous asset allocation.

"Then, Andy, my quotation of 400 million US dollars is definitely a very cheap price." Alexander said firstly that the negotiation between the two parties has almost been settled, but because of the huge difference in price, it has been impossible to find a price. The right balance.

"Alexander, let's go straight to the point. No one will accept this price at the moment, and it is impossible for me to accept it. Since the Rockets won two championships, their performance has not improved. It is a revolutionary storm.

But both Yao and Tracy McGrady were affected by serious injuries last season. Yao only played 57 games, while McGrady only played 47 games, which prevented the Rockets from advancing to the playoffs.

Everyone knows that the huge market behind Dayao, the big man in the rabbit country, has also brought huge benefits to the Rockets, but his salary is not low, and my team has made an assessment. The change has entered a period of frequent injuries, and no one can determine how long he will rest next time he is injured, which will affect the performance of the entire team. . . 330 million US dollars, this is the most reasonable price given by my think tank, and it is also my greatest concession and sincerity. "

Andy looked at the frowning Alexander with a serious expression, "I like to be more straightforward. The new season is about to start, and we don't have much time."

Although Alexander frowned, he would not be led by the nose by Andy, a young man. His frown slowly relaxed, and he shook his head and said with a smile: "Andy, everyone knows the value of Dayao, plus McGrady, The combination of the two superstars has stimulated the team's economic surge. The team's annual income is about 140 million. The Rockets have a balance of payments and a surplus. It is definitely a big toy that can satisfy people. The U.S. dollar is really not expensive at all. I have already made a big concession. After all, the market value has reached 436 million U.S. dollars last year.

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"Alexander, you know, the Warriors who created the Black Eight miracle offer only 270 million US dollars, even the Clippers in Los Angeles are also interested in selling, that is Los Angeles, if you insist on this price, we can't continue Now." Andy is unmoved, the two are talking about intentions now, and both of them can go back on their word at any time, and although Andy is very anxious, Alexander needs funds more.

Alexander absolutely wanted to sell the Rockets. This had almost become an established fact. After all, he had already made a lot of preparations for the sale in the early stage. So the main reason for choosing the Houston Rockets is because Texas is the foundation of the Smith family, and more care about the influence of the team than the lineup in the team.

Of course, this is the conclusion of Alexander's own analysis and his team's analysis. After repeated weighing, Alexander had a rough bottom line before coming, "Okay, you won, Andy, I will bet another 20 million, 3. $800 million . . . "

"360 million, I believe that as long as you are more forthright, it will be resolved soon. Pay in cash. In this period, you undoubtedly need cash more. I think it would be better for you and me if you sold him earlier. It’s all good!” If it exceeds this price, I’m sorry, I can only choose another target. "

Hearing what Andy said, Alexander didn't feel angry because of his interruption, but he was relieved. He now knew Andy's psychological price, which at least exceeded the bottom line of 350 million he set.

"Yeah, it's good for you and me to sell him earlier, so let's do it!" Alexander made a decision in his heart. The bubble has not burst, the bank has not tightened the loan, he really will not choose to sell the Rockets, it is meaningless to say anything now, let's get through the difficulties first.

With a bright smile on his face, Andy raised his glass and touched Alexander and said, "Then it's settled, and I wish our transaction a smooth one."

David Stern, who has been paying attention to the two, saw the two toasting and drinking together, and noticed the bright smile on the young man Andy's face. He immediately thought that the deal had been concluded, and told his new friends After saying sorry, he came to the two of them.

"How about it, two, is it settled?"

With a complicated smile on his face, Alexander nodded and said, "The alliance still needs to agree to this deal."

"Yes, Mr. Stern, I will trouble you next time." Andy said with a happy smile, raised his glass, and touched David Stern.

"No problem, Leslie, thank you for your contributions to the league over the years. The team you run is undoubtedly a success. You not only watched the Rockets win the championship for two consecutive years, but also brought Dayao to Houston. The influence of the NBA in the Rabbit Country has taken a qualitative leap." David Stern nodded, looked at Alexander with a complicated expression and said.

"Thank you." Alexander couldn't help but sigh inwardly. It seems that the president of the league is also looking forward to the joining of the young man in front of him, which will bring more attention.

After all, the deal hasn't been finalized yet, it's just a verbal agreement, and the deal contract hasn't been signed, so David Stern naturally can't congratulate and welcome Andy's joining in front of Alexander.

The three chatted together for a while. Now that the main purpose has been achieved, Andy also needs to entertain other people. I apologize for leaving the small circle of the three of them. The reason for choosing Rocket is that Andy prefers to have it alone. A team, it is more in line with Andy Smith's personality to turn it into a personal item, rather than share it with others.

The shares of the Warriors belong to several people. Andy may need to spend a lot of effort and time to complete the privatization. It is not as simple and straightforward as the Rockets. As for the Clippers, hehe, he doesn’t want to be taken advantage of by Sterling. The old bastard went to slaughter.

"Do you think he will chase the championship from the beginning like you did when you took over the Rockets?" David Stern raised his glass, took a sip, stood side by side with Alexander, and watched Andy leave. Looking back, he asked.

"He is so young and not short of money, hehe, the Rockets will become the most dynamic and vigorous team in professional sports! And winning the championship is the pursuit of every league team owner, except for the rogue in Los Angeles Clown. After the league agreed with the Celtics to form the Big Three this summer, the future league will gradually become a world where the giants win the championship together. Huge luxury tax, hehe, this is not acceptable to me. Houston fans have been complaining about me It’s stingy, it’s good to quit at this time, I hope he can bring the Rockets a championship.”

Listening to Alexander's self-deprecating words, David Stern, the president of the league, naturally knows that Alexander's analysis is very accurate. Since Jordan retired and the Sharks arrived in Los Angeles, the era of giants has begun. The reason why he agrees with the Celtics Of course, these three deals are big deals involving multiple teams. The most important thing is to increase the enjoyment of NBA games and break the monopoly of the Lakers and Spurs.

When Preston Tisch was chatting with several other acquaintances, one of them raised his chin slightly with a smile on his face, and whispered to Preston: "Our banquet host is here, Preston Reston, it looks like you've made another fortune."

Preston looked back at the young and tall Andy who was walking with disapproval, shook his head and said with a smile, "I haven't decided whether to sell it yet."

"Ha~ Don't be kidding, Tisch, without Wellington, the Giants can't play well. Look at the present, it's a mess. The inside of your team is a mess. People from the Mara family don't have the heart to take over the Giants. I have long wanted to exchange it for cash, unless you can completely make the Giants your own, otherwise the future will be worrisome, so it is better to sell it while it is worth money."

Hearing what his friend said, Preston also shook his head with a wry smile. If he let his good friend Wellington Mara know what his children are doing now, I don’t know if he will die of anger. Look, a few friends around and go Andy Smith, who came over with a smile, shook hands and greeted him. He sorted out his mood and shook hands with Andy.

"Mr. Stitch, I don't know about my proposal. How do you think about it?" It's not the first time Andy communicated with Preston, so he didn't go around in circles. After a short greeting, he went straight to the point.

"You can already get 51% of the shares, and this part of my shares will not pose a threat to you. Wouldn't it be good for us to work together?" Preston said with a wry smile.