Chapter 1166 New Season Begins

Li Ba once again allocated nearly 4 billion yuan of funds, plus the 100 million circulating shares in his hands, to suppress the stock price and force those speculative institutional funds to leave the market.

Before he went on the plane, he repurchased about 100 million circulating shares again and suppressed the stock price to about 70.

So far, he controlled about 40% of the circulating shares, and all speculative institutional funds either cut their positions and left the market or were trapped.

He asked Gao Yuanyuan to keep the stock price at 50 to 70 for indefinite consolidation. If there were more institutional funds coming in, he would not want the goods, but would just hold down the stock price and kill them directly.

Gao Yuanyuan told him that he had killed a large number of institutional funds.

From the analysis of trading volume, the cost of most institutions from entering the market to completing the position building was at least around 80, while Li Ba's cost was controlled at 65 yuan.

According to her information, the institutions planned to raise the price to around 500, and the target price for shipment was between 250 and 300 yuan. Some institutions had not even completed the position building, and now they were absolutely losing money because of what he did.

Now most of the institutional funds are holding on, but if he keeps suppressing the stock price, the cost of institutional funds will be too high, and they will probably choose to stop loss and exit in the end.

"Who cares if the institution lives or dies? I am afraid that the stock price of Senbei is too high and I will fall to death in the future. Even if I don't fall to death, there will definitely be shareholders who will run to Senbei Company and jump off the building."

Li Ba said so.

After arriving in the United States, the family returned to Senbei Castle for a few days before returning to Phoenix.

As soon as he got home, Sarver, David Griffin, and Payton came to the door.

"Hammer, Nash has signed, two years and $21 million. In addition, Hedo and Dudley were signed. The two selected rookies were traded out. Now there are still two people missing. Do you have any opinions?"

David Griffin introduced.

"Hedo?"

Li Ba first considered the lineup.

Inside: Li Ba, Yi Jianlian, Haslem, Kwame Brown, Milicic, Marcin Gortat.

Outside: Manu Ginobili, Grant Hill, Ray Allen, Carter, Nash, Hedo, Dudley.

For this lineup, the main players in the interior are fine, and the substitutes can barely be used.

On the outside, Hedo and Dudley only have an average of about ten points per game. They are a bit weak as the main small forwards, but they can be used if there is really no one.

As for the substitutes at the third position, A-Lin, Ray Allen and Carter can barely play.

On the back line, Nash and Ginobili can partner, and Ray Allen or Carter can also play.

Overall, the comprehensive strength is not as good as last season.

And there are too many veterans, and it is likely that the new season will be affected by injuries.

After thinking about it, Li Ba said to Payton: "Gary, what do you think about the starting lineup?"

Payton said: "Yi, Nash, Ginobili, Ray Allen, we play three guards, and the main one-star four-shooter tactics. These four people can shoot three-pointers and mid-range shots. Among them, Nash, Ginobili and Ray Allen all have breakthrough ability. Yi also has very good cutting ability, and can also play the breakthrough pass-cut tactics. It's just that Nash's defense is not good, which is a loophole that needs to be filled by others. In addition, on the defensive end, our average height is insufficient."

Li Ba nodded.

Payton continued: "Carter can also start for Ray Allen, and he still has the strength to start. We are a small lineup. Whether it is a one-star four-shooter or a breakthrough pass-cut tactic, we can also play fast break, and the offensive and defensive rhythm can be accelerated."

Li Ba said: "It just so happens that they are all veterans, and they should not care about starting and subbing, so let's rotate them."

"Yes, I talked to them on the phone, and they have the same attitude." Payton smiled.

"We are still short of two players, Hammer, which position do you want to trade? I think the small forward position needs to be strengthened, what do you think?" David Griffin said.

Li Ba nodded and said, "Let's do as you say."

At this time, Sarver asked, "Hammer, with this lineup, do you think the dynasty can defend its title in the new season?"

Li Ba smiled and said, "From the paper analysis, there is no hope."

Sarver was disappointed.

"But don't we have me? They have hollowed us out, so we will create another dynasty to let them see what we rely on to win the championship?"

Li Ba said coldly.

Payton laughed and said, "They dug the wrong person."

David Griffin laughed and said, "A group of role players are dug away like treasures, we will definitely successfully defend the dynasty this season."

"Yes, Hammer, you are right, with you, the sun will never die!" Sarver said excitedly.

At this time, Li Ba thought of McGrady. After thinking about it, he said, "Let McGrady come. He is just a substitute. Has he signed with other teams?"

"McGrady? I heard that he is in talks with the Spurs. He should not have signed yet. It has not been announced yet." David Griffin said.

"Just do as Tiechui said." Sarver said.

"Okay, I will contact his agent immediately." David Griffin said with a smile.

"Let's have dinner here. I have asked someone to prepare it." Li Ba said.

"OK."

Sarver and Payton nodded. The latter smiled and said, "Tiechri, I have been to your restaurant many times. I feel sorry for my wallet every time I go there. I will make up for it a little bit here today. You have to ask someone to prepare a few more dishes."

"Don't worry, I will eat until you can't eat anymore." Li Ba said with a smile.

Savour said with a smile: "In four months, Xianbei Restaurant has become the most upscale Chinese restaurant in the United States, and it is also a first-class restaurant in the United States. The market value has doubled. Tiechui, you have made another good investment."

Payton said: "Tiechui has a huge influence. There are so many celebrity shareholders. Everyone will bring some high-end customers. I believe that in less than a year, the market value of Xianbei Catering will soar again."

"How much did you invest?" Li Ba said.

"One million, I made money." Payton smiled proudly.

"The Suns asked me to go?"

After hearing the call from his agent, McGrady, who stayed at home, was a little bit unbelievable.

"Tracy, the lineup of the Suns in the new season is not too bad. I hope your dream will come true." His agent said.

"Thank you, this is great!" McGrady said excitedly.

On October 22, the preseason ended and the team returned to Phoenix.

The next day, the team trained.

When Li Ba arrived at the locker room of the team headquarters before 9 o'clock, everyone was there and waiting for him.

There were a total of fourteen people, and one person with a contract was missing.

Apart from himself, only Yi Jianlian, Ginobili and Grant Hill were left from last season's championship team. The others were poached as superstars.

The remaining players were either veterans or duds, and two role players.

"Brother Hammer."

"Boss."

"Hammer."

Seeing him come in, the Suns players shouted.