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Chapter 331

In late August, Qin Fei's vacation in Panama ended and he flew directly to Shanghai.

As soon as he landed, Tellem broadcast the latest news to him.

"New deal for the Warriors."

After Tellem hung up the phone, he whispered in Qin Fei's ear.

"Warriors Announce Trade for Eric Dampier."

"At four o'clock in the morning, the Warriors made a trade with the Denver Nuggets."

"The Denver Nuggets sent the team's backup point guard Chauncey Billups and James Posey, the No.18 pick in the first round of this year's draft, to the Warriors for Eric Dampier."

Qin Fei stopped immediately.

Billups and Posey?

Trading Dampier is indeed a deal that got Qin Fei's nod.

In fact, since Daben came to the Warriors, Dampier's team status has been seriously challenged, and Daben's performance has completely assumed the starting center position.

Dampier's tangled contract renewal reflects this problem.

After that, Dampier himself didn't want to stay in the Warriors. Although he didn't take the initiative to ask for a trade, he and the Warriors were already close, and there were many rumors surrounding him in the free market.

Billups was one of the players that Qin Fei gave to Rowell before.

Although Billups is expensive as the No. 97 pick in [-], he is not more noble than other first-round picks. On the contrary, he can use ill-fated fate to describe his experience in the early stages of the NBA.

After being selected by the Celtics, Billups did not appear on the path of the Celtics' top star training.

Because the Celtics have a very good fat head, Anthony Walker, Walker has already played beautiful data, proving his star attributes, and he is the focus of the Celtics.

In 98, the Celtics selected Paul Pierce, an excellent ball-handling offensive player, who averaged 16.5 points and 6.4 rebounds per game in his rookie season, showing his talent.

Billups can neither dunk in the sky, nor can he bomb wildly on the outside. His characteristic "stability" attribute has not been shown much at all.

So he was traded and sent to the Raptors.

As a result, Billups was sent to the Nuggets not long after he was in the Raptors, and he didn't even have a chance to play with Carter.

In his rookie two seasons, Billups changed three clubs, which made him very disappointed.

After the Nuggets finished a season, Billups still can't become one of the Nuggets' future team building plans. The Nuggets still want to find a home while the No. [-] pick is not cold.

At this time, the Warriors came to the door, and the two teams hit it off.

So in the third year of Billups' career, he came to the Golden State Warriors again.

In Qin Fei's previous life, Billups would be peddled by the Nuggets in the middle of next season, and he went to the Magic first, and then was sent to the Timberwolves after failing to play a game.

Dampier has signed a 500 million contract, and Billups' contract is not as good as Dampier, so in order to balance the transaction salary, the Nuggets also paid James Posey.

Of course, the Nuggets also understand that with Billups' current market value, there is no way for one person to trade for the excellent seven-footer Dampier, so they gritted their teeth and changed.

"Chauncey is actually very capable, but he needs a bigger stage. The more critical the moment, the more he can reflect the excellence of a player of his type."

Qin Fei praised him, and then praised Rowell: "This time, Rowell took the initiative, and made the deal without waiting for me to nod, which can be regarded as a decisive decision."

"It should be that Rick's opinion was sought, otherwise, based on his own words, he wouldn't dare to make a deal before you agreed."

"Chauncey can serve as a substitute now. After Blaylock retires, he will perfectly take over Blaylock's class. In this way, there will be no major problems in the team's No. [-] position, at least for the next few years." Qin Fei's tone was quite looking forward to Billups.

This surprised Tellem, because he had heard before that some media called Billups a "parallel importer".

The fundamental problem is that his future expectations cannot meet the market value brought by Tanhua’s status at the moment. People feel that the market value brought by Tanhua’s status at this moment is higher than Billups’ future market value, which is why they are willing to sell.

"Counting James Posey, then our team will have three players who were drafted in 3, which can be described as the youngest team in the league."

Although some of Qin Fei's memories have become more distant, but the name of James Posey still seems to be a little memorable.

"James Posey is a small forward who is good at defense, and his shooting is not particularly stable." Tellem has read all the scouting reports of the 99 rookies before, so I still remember the simple content.

Qin Fei nodded his head. He might still be able to leave an impression on him. He probably won't be someone unknown. Rowell's deal this time is really amazing.

The two were walking with their suitcases, surrounded by many accompanying staff guarding the road.

Not far in front of Qin Fei, Helena pulled Mandy, each with a trolley case, with excited and curious faces.

The overall appearance of the airport is clean and tidy, and the external environment is safe and orderly.

"Qin Fei is going to do some basketball activities. We don't have to go with him. We will go with my assistant when the time comes, and we will take another route."

Next to Mandy was a newly hired Chinese translator. The little girl was an international student studying in New York and took a part-time job, which turned out to be part-time with Qin Fei's family.

Of course she knew Qin Fei, and she had already obtained many signed items from Qin Fei from Mandy.

What kind of sneakers and jerseys are even softer, even if the job doesn't cost a dime, it is very worthwhile.

"Is this really good?"

Helena was a little moved, but a little hesitant.

"It's okay, I'll tell Qin Fei, don't worry, he doesn't control us, we have a lot of free time, if we follow his itinerary, how can we come and play?"

Mandy waved her hand, signaling that there was nothing to worry about.

The two chatted and walked in the front. After turning a corner, they suddenly saw the exit.

As well as a group of fans holding banners at the exit and making a lot of noise.

When these fans saw a 1.8-meter-by-1.7-meter-five tall girl walking out, they were immediately attracted. Just as they were about to feel that they were so beautiful and had a good figure like a model, they saw a taller figure behind them.

Appearing out of the crowd like a stand out from the crowd, I saw that handsome face from a long distance away.

"Qin Fei!"

"Qin Fei is here!"

Suddenly, the scene got a little out of control, and countless fans were pushing forward, wanting to see the idol's appearance.

Qin Fei heard many people calling his name from a long distance, looked up and was startled, there were too many fans at the entrance, and they were too enthusiastic, holding banners, holding signs, wearing jerseys, and carrying sneakers

At this time, everyone around was ignored, and all the strong men and beautiful women stepped aside, and only Qin Fei was left in their eyes.

The security personnel struggled to maintain order, until Qin Fei came in front of everyone, and stretched out countless hands.

Qin Fei dragged the suitcase with one hand, and stretched out the other hand to give everyone a high-five.

Then Tellem sensibly helped Qin Fei take the suitcase.

Qin Feikong made a move, took the fan's pen with one hand, and helped the fan sign with the other hand.

"You guys are so enthusiastic, people who don't know think I'm a singer who just came out of nowhere!"

Qin Fei teased himself aside, and then everyone became even happier. A boy in front of him smiled and shouted: "What singer can be as popular as you now!"

"That's not necessarily true. I also listen to songs, and I also follow stars."

Qin Fei discusses the issue of chasing stars with others, and then when it comes to singers in the late 21th century and early [-]st century, there are always some points of debate with everyone.

"What song do you like?"

Someone immediately questioned Qin Fei.

This topic jumps too strangely, obviously they came to chase Qin Fei, but the fans and Qin Fei actually talked about the entertainment industry, and both sides seemed to be enjoying it.

"Of course Jacky Cheung! Hahaha!"

Jacky Cheung's name has long been resounding in the Chinese music scene. In 95, when Qin Fei was still in college, Jacky Cheung held a concert at Madison Square Garden in New York, becoming the first Asian singer to hold a concert at Madison Square Garden. He originally wanted to go to see it, but it turned out that there was a game against the University of Connecticut that day, and Qin Fei didn't have a high income at that time, so he didn't go to the scene.

By this year, the 38-year-old Jacky Cheung was full of honors, and he was already a king-level figure in the music world. Of course, his popularity was extremely high, and the fans present knew everything.

Someone immediately agreed with Qin Fei.

"I also like Brother Xueyou, I never thought that I like the same idol as my idol!"

"It's wonderful, maybe this is fate?"

Qin Fei laughed loudly, and quickly signed a few more names.

Such an approachable chat made the fans feel that Qin Fei has a really high affinity. They feel that apart from the slight difference in height between him and his idol, the distance between them is still very close.

Qin Fei originally signed a few contracts and left, but when he chatted, he was delayed for a while.

He walked out of the airport while moving at a tortoise speed, and then got into the car and left under the reluctant eyes of the fans.

The main purpose of coming to Shanghai is to carry out friendly basketball exchange activities.

This is something Qin Fei has been committed to doing. Through such activities, he will slowly show and spread some of his skills and basketball concepts.

Maybe only a small group of people have benefited, but it is from this small group of people that it spreads slowly and eventually affects more people.

Dayao returned to Shanghai very early.

After Qin Fei came here, he, as a local gentry, specially entertained Qin Fei and his party.

In early September, Qin Fei led the team back to Los Angeles.

At this time, less than a month has passed since the team's training camp for the new season, and Qin Fei has no plans to go to other places and stay in Los Angeles until the coach directly calls him.

Since September, the Warriors have not had any big deals, they are all sporadic small deals and small signings.

At the same time, the assistant coach team has finally been finalized.

There are four teaching assistants in total.

The first assistant coach is Haderba, an old employee of the Warriors before. The defensive coach is Dick Hart, who was hired by Carlisle from the Pacers. The other two assistant coaches are Gary Jean and Mike Woodson.

Coach Gene was the head coach of the Kings in the 92-97 season. In the Kings, Gene's record was not good, but he trained and created one of the best scorers in the 90s. He has rich experience in training scorers to attack.

After Gene resigned from the Kings, he went to other teams as an assistant coach. This time he was recruited by Carlisle and came to the Warriors as an assistant coach.

Mike Woodson was a point guard in the player era, which is more in line with the tradition of transitioning from a general point guard position to a head coach. Woodson retired in 90. In the previous three years, Woodson served as an assistant coach for the Bucks. This summer, Woodson is looking for a job in the coaching market.

He was favored by Carlisle and invited to come for an interview.

During the interview, Carlisle found that Woodson is a thoughtful coach on both offensive and defensive ends. He has quick thinking and some unique ideas. Now the entire team has offensive coaches, defensive coaches, and tactical coaches. With the addition of an inspirational coach, the team can be regarded as formed.

So in the end Carlisle accepted Woodson, and Woodson joined Carlisle's coaching staff and became the Warriors' fourth assistant coach.

Four assistant coaches are considered a normal number in the NBA.

As for the few coaches suggested by Qin Fei, some Carlisle didn't even know who they were, and they only thought that Qin Fei was joking and didn't take it seriously.

This is really terrible. Steve Kerr is still doing well in the Spurs. It is obviously unscientific to want to hire him as an assistant coach before his player career is over.

But Carlisle thought about it carefully. For a player like Cole who is known for his high golf quotient, it is indeed a better option to transform into a coach.

After all the members of the coaching staff were confirmed, Woodson, who was temporarily responsible for contacting the players on the coaching staff, called or sent messages to each player, and confirmed that the Warriors' new season training time would be September 9.

The week after September 9th was used to train and cultivate players' tacit understanding.

By the beginning of October, the NBA's preseason games will almost begin.

In mid-September, Qin Fei bought a luxury house in the San Francisco area, which cost him a total of 9 million US dollars.

The mansion occupies a vast area, is luxuriously decorated, and has an elegant environment. It is also equipped with an outdoor basketball court and swimming pool.

Before moving into his new home, Qin Fei specially invited all the warriors who were still on the list to hold a party at his new home, getting to know each other well, and leaving a contact information for each other.

The team leader invited, except for those who were not in San Francisco, everyone else came.

After the makeup photos are taken, there will be more than 15 people on the list. By the end of the preseason, the last few on the list will be cut off.

So marginal players especially cherish this opportunity. After coming to Qin Fei's house, they also actively chatted with Qin Fei.

As long as Qin Fei nodded, Rowell would definitely keep the players.

Although Qin Fei didn't say this, the warrior generals could feel it faintly.

Although Qin Fei also understands that marginal players are not easy, but he can't help this job. After helping, on the one hand, it seems that he is too involved in the affairs of the football team. On the other hand, if other people ask him for help again, can he still refuse?

So after the preseason is over, the team still has a few players who leave.

The final list for the new season has a total of 14 people.

Point Guard: Mookie Blaylock, Chauncey Billups

Shooting Guard: Qin Fei, John Starks, Sam Jacobson

Small forwards: Jason Caffey, Ron Artest, James Posey

Power forwards: Brian Grant, Terry Cummings, Kenny Thomas

Centers: Ben Wallace, Felton Spencer, Jermaine O'Neal

Qin Fei's annual salary of 900 is the team's highest salary next season, followed by the salaries of Grant, Starks, Blaylock, O'Neal, Cummings and others, all of whom are middle-class or small-middle-class, and the rest are basically rookie salaries or basic salaries.

Qin Fei looked at the lineup, good guys.

Except for Jacobson, the rest are basically defensive champions or old fritters. Carlisle said that he wants to build a team with an offensive storm.

But now it seems that he wants to defend others to death

(End of this chapter)