boyutpedia Chapter 106 First Meeting with Zeng Fanbo, Wang Xiucheng's Ambition!
Chapter 106 First Meeting with Zeng Fanbo, Wang Xiucheng's Ambition!
On that somewhat perfunctory piece of scrap paper were Wang Xiucheng's physical test data, which he had personally written down.
Height 192.8cm, wingspan 199.6cm.
Standing vertical jump: 97.2cm; running vertical jump: 108.7cm.
Her standing reach is 254.7cm, and her weight is 94.2kg.
Stone raised an eyebrow.
Wang Xiucheng's physical condition has changed drastically in the past six months.
Although Wang Xiucheng had not been physically tested before, the NCAA had submitted a height of 188 cm for him.
Although there is no data on wingspan, it should be similar to his height. After all, this is the general characteristic of people of Asian descent. There are very few Chinese players with the height and wingspan of Zhou Qi.
In just six months, Wang Xiucheng has grown to 193cm, 196cm with shoes on, and weighs 94kg. At least in terms of physical attributes, he has fully met the requirements for the point guard position.
The only drawback is that his wingspan is still a bit short.
But Wang Xiucheng's jump completely exceeded Stone's expectations.
97cm from a standing position, 108cm with a running start!
To put it simply, at least in terms of physical attributes, Wang Xiucheng is in no way inferior to Jalen Green on his own team.
Green's initial physical test data within the team was 90 cm vertical jump and 106 cm running jump.
But Jalen Green was the second overall pick!
Wang Xiucheng was actually a failed draft pick!
Stone couldn't understand at all. Were all the scouts and data analysts in the league blind?
Fortunately, the Rockets acquired Wang Xiucheng, and he deserves some credit for that as well.
“Since Patrick has spoken, let’s agree to the female agent’s asking price. It’s not like we’re spending our own money.” Stone took out his phone and searched for a while before finding Ma Xiaoxuan’s number.
The call was answered quickly, and a woman's voice, sounding completely devoid of emotion, came through.
"Mr. Stone, is there something you need?"
Stone rubbed his bald head and said somewhat awkwardly, "Ms. Ma, I think we can talk about Wang Xiucheng's contract. I consulted with the boss, and he agreed to a price of 4600 million for 4 years, but there are still some details that need to be discussed."
“4600 million for 4 years was the price last time.” Ma Xiaoxuan’s voice was neither humble nor arrogant, showing no surprise and even a hint of perfunctoriness. “Now Wang Xiucheng wants 6000 million for 4 years.”
"6000 million for 4 years?"
Stone nearly threw his phone away; this was outrageous!
You're really daring! Which rookie would ask for this much in their first year?
“Mr. Stone, the league doesn’t stipulate how much an undrafted player can get. I’ve given you my price; whether you pay it or not is up to you.”
Ma Xiaoxuan paused for a moment, then said, "I'm also very busy. Call me if you need anything. By the way, if you want to convert Wang Xiucheng's two-way contract into a formal base salary contract, you don't need to notify me. You can do it directly."
After saying that, Ma Xiaoxuan hung up the phone, giving Stone no further chance to speak.
Stone stared at his phone screen, which was black, for a full half minute before he could recover!
Undrafted players have always been considered a bug in the league.
Whether it's a first-round pick or a second-round pick, there are specific monetary limits on how much money a rookie can earn.
However, undrafted players are not subject to this constraint.
With so many experts, scouts, and managers, it's impossible for a talented player to be relegated to the point of going undrafted.
This is an insult to their abilities and a mockery of their profession.
The entire league, even the NBA office, knew about this bug, but they weren't worried at all that anyone would actually be able to exploit it.
But today, a Chinese person is blatantly exploiting this bug, and the Rockets are completely helpless.
Stone felt that the best course of action right now was to do nothing.
Because Wang Xiucheng will be a restricted free agent in the summer, other teams can only offer a maximum of 4 years and 6000 million yuan in contracts, which is why Ma Xiaoxuan dares to ask for this price now.
If the Rockets match the contract, they can keep Wang Xiucheng.
So here's the problem: offering Wang Xiucheng 6000 million over 4 years is clearly not as suitable as offering him 6000 million over 4 years in the summer, because Wang Xiucheng is only on a base salary this year, and he can't leave the company.
Stone took a few deep breaths and decided it would be best to go back and discuss it with his boss.
"Damn it, I should have just given him 4600 million for 4 years back then."
……
6 p.m., McCarran Arena.
The Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the Rockets' affiliate team, will host the Rio Grande Valley Athletic today.
Woj, Shams, Kelly Eko, and several other reporters tweeted three hours before the game, revealing that Wang Xiucheng would officially return to the court today, but would first play for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
This prompted local Houston fans to finish their meals early and drive to McCarran Arena.
The Rockets don't have a game today, but they will play the 76ers on the road tomorrow. Today is a good day to watch Wang Xiucheng's comeback game.
This was Wang Xiucheng's first match in 25 days.
For the first time, McCarran Stadium was packed to capacity, with many people standing in the top row to watch the game in the 5000-seat stadium.
The entire arena was filled with fans wearing Rockets jerseys, a significant portion of whom wore number "12".
Stone and a bald man were sitting in the front row, talking.
If there were anyone on the inside, they would recognize that this bald man is from the Alliance office; his presence here clearly indicates he's not here on vacation.
Ma Wei, Ma Xiaoxuan, and Wu Di and Wu Jia were sitting in the second row of the stadium, chatting.
Soon the players from both sides began to take to the court to warm up. Wang Xiucheng, as usual, walked at the back, holding a basketball in his hand.
This sudden surge in physical fitness also caused some parts of Wang Xiucheng's body to enlarge.
For example, the palm of your hand.
While I could still grab a basketball before, it required my hands to be dry, but now there's no such restriction.
"Brother Wang..."
When Wang Xiucheng had just walked halfway through the players' tunnel, he heard someone call his name from behind.
And it was written in standard Chinese.
In fact, even without turning around, Wang Xiucheng knew who it was. At that moment, the Ignite team had a Chinese player, Zeng Fanbo.
Wang Xiucheng turned around, and Zeng Fanbo was standing in front of him, looking shy.
"Little Zeng." Wang Xiucheng reached out and bumped chests with his opponent.
"I heard from Teacher Yang Yi that you are in the Ignition Team, but I haven't had time to come and see you."
Wang Xiucheng and Zeng Fanbo went to a corner where they wouldn't get in the way.
Zeng Fanbo was somewhat flattered and scratched his head, unsure of what to say.
Although Zeng Fanbo, like Wang Xiucheng, had been in the United States since high school, his personality clearly still retained the shyness and low-key nature typical of Chinese people.
"Play well, don't think about anything else. If I can rise to the top, so can you." Wang Xiucheng tried to give Zeng Fanbo some motivational advice, but he was nowhere near as good as Silas.
But this already pleased Zeng Fanbo greatly; his eyes lit up considerably.
Wang Xiucheng's success is indeed the biggest motivation for these players who are struggling in the United States.
"Brother Wang, let's talk after the game. I'm going to warm up now. The coach knew you would be playing today, so he specifically told me to start."
Wang Xiucheng understood; no wonder Zeng Fanbo seemed a little nervous.
Zeng Fanbo jogged into the court, while Wang Xiucheng walked slowly.
Zeng Fanbo, and Zhang Zhenlin, who will try to enter the NBA this summer, must stay in the NBA.
Wang Xiucheng had a grand plan in mind; he was not without ambition.
He hadn't told anyone except Li Kaier.
That was the Paris Olympics!