Eight Hundred and Thirteen: More than Just Business

The latest website: The scandal between Iguodala and the Warriors has spread all over the city.

In this period of time when the superstars have not yet started to act, Iguodala, the hero of the Grizzlies' two consecutive championships, is the biggest player in the free agency market.

His contact with the Warriors has become the focus of heated discussion among fans in recent days.

In the NBA, there are few secrets about transfers. Once there is a bit of trouble, it will be revealed immediately.

After all, just relying on breaking the transfer news can support a group of basketball reporters and an entire industry.

Those famous basketball reporters usually have extremely large and complex networks, so it is not difficult for them to get inside information.

Cole came to negotiate with Iguodala, and it is impossible that only Cole and Iguodala know.

And as long as a third person knows about it, 99% of it will be revealed.

Iguodala looked at the news about himself and pouted. Unexpectedly, he can actually be a "protagonist" this summer.

48 million for 4 years, this is indeed a very attractive price for Iguodala.

And Kerr was right, in Oakland, in the Bay Area, it would be easier for Iguodala to want to invest.

Iguodala has always longed for a big city. When he came out of the 76ers, he hoped that he could go to a big city.

But Memphis, Iguodala changed his mind.

He enjoys playing with the Grizzlies and fighting at FedEx Arena.

He likes Randolph's jokes every day, the vegetables and fruits that Gasol brings to everyone from time to time, Tony Allen's poker game, Conley's piano performance...

Most importantly, he likes the team that always tells everyone, "The game isn't over yet, let's keep fighting", the one who can always turn the tide at a critical moment, can always hold everyone together, and can always keep everyone together. Let those who love him love him more, and those who hate him hate his leader even more!

The first 8 years of Iguodala's career can be said to be mediocre. In the 8 years, only 5 playoffs were played, 4 of which were in the first round, and the best result was only the second round. People expected him to be the Jordan of Philadelphia,

But he only wanted to play the role of Pippen.

He wasn't happy and the team lost patience.

Yet it was in Memphis that he thought he had reached the pinnacle of his career. Iguodala remembers the first day he was with the Grizzlies, Link told him, "Hey, we gotta do something together. If we join forces, it should make the FedEx Arena dome less empty. "

At first, Iguodala didn't take it too seriously. He only uses the Memphis Grizzlies as a springboard, and he hopes to jump out of his contract a year later and sign with a big-city team. He didn't want to waste time in the backcountry of Memphis, much less daydream with an undrafted pick.

However, as the season progressed, he found that he actually liked it here.

Love the fans, teammates, and everything they've won together!

Thinking of this, Iguodala opened his safe and took out the exquisite championship ring.

The championship ring, several honorary pennants on the FedEx Arena... Andre Iguodala knew that the undrafted, or rather, the leader, wasn't joking with him!

When the second championship ring is awarded, Iguodala wishes he would still be standing at the FedEx Arena and beside his teammates instead of waiting for the ring to be mailed.

Although he has only been in Memphis for two years, Iguodala feels his feelings for Memphis and the Grizzlies are deeper than for Philadelphia and the 76ers. He couldn't forget what he went through in Memphis, and now Iguodala can't help smirking when he thinks of the championship road they've taken.

The past 8 years have been a mediocre career. It was Memphis who gave him the taste of victory.

This year, he is 30 years old, neither big nor small. As a front-guard swingman, it can be regarded as the last prime time.

Now, he holds two championships, two championship rings. He has the opportunity to hit the three consecutive championships and create a dynasty with his favorite team!

Three consecutive championships, dynasty, how many people can get such an opportunity? Even if there is a second chance, can the 30-year-old self wait for it? Would I be as happy as I was in Memphis even if I had a second chance?

Iguodala looked at the championship ring in his hand and fell into contemplation again.

48 million in 4 years, this is an attractive price. By all accounts, Iguodala seems to have no reason to refuse.

People say the NBA is a business, and Iguodala used to believe it. But Iguodala now deeply realizes that not everything can be described as "just business".

The time they got through hard times together, the time they cheered with the O'Brien Cup together, the time they stacked up on the court, the time they fought for each other... These are not business related.

Four years and 48 million. From a business point of view, Iguodala knows very well that if he rejects this offer, he will be the number one fool.

But why do you have to think about basketball from a business perspective?

Just as Iguodala was struggling, his phone suddenly rang.

It's Link.

"Link." Iguodala tried to make his tone sound lighter.

"Egg, where are you now? When are you going back to Memphis? You haven't forgotten, Zach's wedding this August."

Iguodala thought that Link called to persuade him to stay, but he did not expect to tell him about Randolph's wedding.

Randolph doesn't know if he has been complaining for too long, and finally decided to marry his girlfriend this summer. Why do you say "finally"? Because Randolph and his girlfriend have had three children before!

"I remember, Link, how could I forget Zach's wedding? In fact, I'm in Memphis right now, and I'm at home." Iguodala smiled, he really had a hard time imagining leaving these guys life.

"You're in Memphis? Didn't the news say you were in New York?"

"Have you seen the news?"

"Of course, who doesn't know that news now."

"So, what do you think about this?" Iguodala shook his head. Link's ability to change the subject is superb! Pretending to ask about attending a wedding is actually asking if you are in Memphis!

"What can I say, that's 48 million in 4 years, man. I can't be selfish and say, hey, fuck 48 million, here in Memphis, we can make something big together. Shame on me for this shit. Must be Admit it, you need that contract, Egg. But..."

Iguodala didn't speak, he was waiting for Link to finish the words after the "but".

"But if you really ask me what I think, of course I want you to stay. Who's going to pull us in a fight when you're not there? If you go to Oakland, we'll definitely get 200% more suspensions next season."

"Hahahahaha, okay, so it turns out that my duty in the Grizzlies is to fight."

"Hey, you are our Dinghaishenzhen, Egg. However, the choice is up to you. No matter what you choose, I will support you. Unfortunately, I can't help you much..."

"Don't say that, you deserve your max salary, and you have no reason to take a pay cut. Even if I do leave, it has nothing to do with your max salary, understand?"

"Understood, no matter what the outcome is, you must tell me in advance, okay?"

"Of course, I promise, you will know about me before all the reporters." Iguodala listened to the phone and looked at the championship ring in his hand.

For a split second, he almost made up his mind and almost shouted the phrase "Fuck 48 million".

"Then, rest early, Egg, see you at Zach's wedding."

"Goodbye, Link."

After hanging up, Iguodala took a deep breath. Just as I was about to take a shower and go to bed, my phone vibrated again.

This time, not a phone call, but a news feed.

After seeing the news pushed, Iguodala frowned and opened his mouth.

"Zach Randolph decided to exercise his player option, opt out of the final year of his contract and become a free agent."

"What!?" Iguodala was stunned, Randolph jumped out of the contract? why is that? He's getting married this summer. Does he still want to ride in the murky waters of the free agency market?

Just when Iguodala was surprised, Randolph sent a text message.

The text was as simple as, "Never mind, sign the Grizzlies."