Vol 2 Chapter 415: Future plan

Chapter 415: Future Plans

Lin Feng looked at Dawson and Rudy Tomjanovich in front of him, the corners of his mouth curled slightly, showing a confident smile, and uttered his future plans.

"Rudy, in my heart you are one of the best coaches in the NBA. I will always remember the words you said, "Never underestimate the heart of a champion" (dont-ever-uimate-a-heart-of- champion), in the future you will still be the head coach of the Houston Rockets. I believe that under your leadership, the Rockets will once again open up a brand new Rockets dynasty." Lin Feng said sincerely.

Tomjanovich was taken aback for a moment. He didn't expect Lin Feng, the new Chinese boss, who was unfamiliar, would trust him so much, whether it was a polite-sounding speech or not, but at least it made people feel comfortable.

"Boss, I will do my best to lead the Houston Rockets to greater success." Tomjanovich said vowedly.

Lin Feng nodded, but suddenly remembered that Tomjanovich suddenly suffered from bladder cancer after Yao Ming's first season, and had to resign as the head coach of the Rockets, and then Van Gundy took office. Regardless of the pros and cons of the two coaches, Lin Feng prefers Tomjanovich just from the care and training of young players.

In Yao Ming’s first seven NBA games, he averaged only 4.3 points and averaged less than 3 rebounds per game. When the media all over the United States questioned it, Tomjanovich stepped forward and faced the media’s doubts. Say-Yao Ming needs to take his time, there is nothing to worry about. He is like a person struggling to catch up with the train that has already started, he will become a good NBA player. Now, Yao Ming, all he needs is time.

Facts also proved Tomjanovich's words. In the eighth game, Yao Ming returned Tomjanovich's trust with 19 points. At this point, Yao Ming has embarked on the path of a first-class center in the NBA. Such a coach, Lin Feng must not let him be destroyed by injury.

"Rudy, go for a physical examination tomorrow." Lin Feng suggested, but seeing Tomjanovich look indifferent, Lin Feng added, "Carol (Carol Dawson) , You will also go for a physical examination tomorrow. You are the core of the rocket. Your body belongs not only to you, but to the entire rocket. Dawson, in the future, all employees of Houston Rockets will undergo a full body physical examination every year. The cost will be paid by me. Privately."

After hearing Lin Feng's words, Dawson and Tomjanovich were slightly shocked. Such a boss is really rare in the NBA. It is said that NBA is a business field, and what they pay attention to is profit. A boss like Lin Feng who is sympathetic to his subordinates is really rare.

Seeing the touched eyes of the two, Lin Feng knew that his money was worth it, which was just right for his next plan.

"Carol, I am going to hire another deputy general manager to help you select players." Lin Feng saw that Dawson's expression changed slightly and quickly explained, "You are still the head coach of the Houston Rockets. The person I want to hire is A data analyst, he can analyze a player’s future potential through various data in player training and matches, and evaluate whether it is suitable for the team. I hope that he will take care of the work of selecting players for you, and you Fully manage the daily affairs of the rocket."

After listening to Lin Feng's words, Dawson fell into deep thought. He is the general manager of the Rockets. He has played for the Houston Rockets for 22 years. Prior to that, he served as Houston assistant coach for 16 years and general manager for 6 years. But looking back over the past six years, whether it was a four-man change of Barkley in 1996, a Pippen change in 1999, or a rocket veteran Olajuwon sent away in 2001, every one of his transactions was criticized and criticized. This also makes Dawson a little self-doubt about his position as general manager.

Looking at Dawson in deep thought, Lin Feng did not urge him, but slowly drank his latte, waiting for Dawson's decision.

When it comes to Dawson, there is a nickname "the luckiest hapless guy." In a golf match in 1989, Dawson was struck by lightning. This extremely rare event was encountered by Dawson. It is not unlucky, but Dawson survived, and it was a blessing in misfortune. . However, a subsequent examination revealed that the retina of both eyes was severely damaged in this lightning strike, and the vision of both eyes was severely affected, and they might even be blind. The title "the luckiest hapless guy" is extremely apt.

Of course, what Carol Dawson admires most is his attitude towards the torment of illness. He will always enjoy the fear caused by blindness, and the only thing left to his friends is that happy smile. ——Tomjanovich talked about Dawson with admiration.

After a long time, Dawson sighed softly.

"Boss, I know, who is that person?" Dawson has already communicated. If the opponent is really so magical as Lin Feng said, he is willing to hand over the right to choose players. Of course, one of the factors that allowed Dawson to make such a decision was that Lin Feng was willing to undertake an annual physical examination for all rocket employees just now. This fee is not a small amount. Of course, for Lin Feng, a wealthy man in the world, it is not a big deal, but it represents Lin Feng's attitude.

Lin Feng breathed a sigh of relief. If Dawson refuses to delegate power, Lin Feng is really not good at forcibly exercising his boss's power. When he first came to the Rockets, he would expel the veteran who had played for the Rockets for 22 years. I am afraid the only consequence would be the collapse of the Rockets.

"Darryl Morey." Lin Feng confidently said that the general manager of the Rockets, who was later honored as "Mo Shen" by hundreds of millions of Rockets fans, was a person who had never participated in a professional basketball game, but through his own development of data The software successfully selected the Dust Pearl from thousands of players.

Dalier Morey, a legendary figure. I studied at Northwestern University's Department of Computer Science, and later studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management. These two colleges are both top universities in the United States. If you can get a degree from these two colleges, Morey's IQ is absolutely extraordinary. and. What’s even more surprising is that Morey only graduated from Northwestern University for five years. In these five years, Morey never attended class. Before the exam, Morey would borrow notes from a friend and then recite it all night. Go to the exam tomorrow. Morey is simply a "model" for Chinese university students.

A famous saying from Morey's college days-I hate schools. What they teach has no meaning at all.

Morey also proved by himself that knowledge is not only a matter of attending classes on time every day, and studying the information in the textbook step by step. Self-study can become a talent, and it is no worse than anyone!

In the past five years at Northwestern University, Morey has spent all his time working for American legend Bill James. If he hadn't had the entrepreneurial business acumen of Bill Gates, he would have become another Bill Gates legend. character. But Morey is still a legend. Before entering the NBA, Morey worked in consulting companies, the Central Intelligence Agency, Wall Street, the National Security Agency and other places, and all work is inseparable from two words-data.

Morey is a natural data freak. Now, Morey has founded a sports information consulting company in Chicago that specializes in providing operational data analysis for various professional teams.

Tomjanovich, Dawson, Morey, the three who played for the Rockets one after another, can be said to be all geniuses and legends. The Rockets, in one respect, are definitely a talented team.

Hearing Lin Feng's brief introduction, Dawson frowned slightly. Is such a person who has never had any basketball experience suitable for the Rockets? Does Lin Feng make it so mysterious? However, Dawson, who is good at managing interpersonal relationships, did not object, and nodded heavily. It's a mule and a horse. Come out for a walk, and you will know everything.

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If Morey is really as magical as Lin Feng said, he can delegate power. If not, unless he is fired, he will never delegate power.

"Carol, Rudy, the Rockets''time' for this season is over. Our job will be next season and next season, not now, but in the future." Lin Feng slowly said that he was brewing in his heart. Long-term plan.

"In this summer, I only have two requirements. First, no matter what the cost, I will exchange the veteran rocket hero Olajuwon in the Raptors. Remember, no matter what the cost. I hope that from now on, my rocket will be relatively For other nba teams, there must be a touch of human touch. I will never let those who have devoted their lives to the Rockets leave the field sadly." Lin Feng said angrily. Not only criticizing Alexander's theory of the supremacy of interests, but also clearly telling Dawson that he invited Morey by no means to drive him away.

After Dawson and Tomjanovich listened, they looked at each other, and their faces became more grateful. Especially Dawson, when he changed Olajuwon, it was because of Alexander's pressure, but he was infamy. Now that Lin Fengneng can switch back to Olajuwon again, he can undoubtedly clear this grievance for him. And Olajuwon's return can also save Houston's miserable attendance rate to a certain extent.

"Second, no matter what, we will get three people next year." At this point, Lin Feng's breathing became a little turbid, and then his chest began to become excited. "First, no matter what sign we are this year, we must win the Chinese players anyway. ——Yao Ming!" At this point, Lin Feng's voice couldn't help rising up.

Yao Ming, you finally belong to me!

"Also, Taishaan Prince and Carlos Boozer must also win." In Lin Feng's memory, in addition to Yao Ming, the only rookies in the 02 season were the "Little Prince" Taisha of the Detroit Pistons. Ann Prince and Carlos Boozer, who was later resented by hundreds of millions of Chinese fans, are star players, and both of them have very low rankings. There should be no problem with winning.

Unexpectedly, when Lin Feng's voice just came, Dawson and Tomjanovich looked at each other, and they laughed at the same time. Seeing that Lin Feng was a little inexplicably smiling by the two, Dawson quickly explained.

"Boss, Yao Ming, we have been paying attention for two years. This summer is our goal. I just don't know if other teams will interfere with it. With Yao Ming's current strength, he is not the champion but also the second place. I don't know what we will get by then. Sign." Dawson sighed. He has been paying attention to Yao Ming for a long time. Dawson himself trained Olajuwon as a "fantasy footstep". It can be said that Dawson has his unique vision for the center forward.

In today's era when centers are scarce, Yao Ming is the next super center Dawson fancy.

"By the way, if possible, try your best to exchange for Chauncey Billups of the Timberwolves." Lin Feng suddenly remembered the unfinished trade that had been criticized by all Rockets fans for a brain-dead, the Pistons used Billups Gap. Lins replaced McGrady, who was already decadent and sinking, but Alexander actually refused. Billups then helped the Nuggets rise up, reach the Western Conference Finals and play six games with the Lakers. Moreover, Chauncey Billups is very simple, not as radiant as other All-Stars, but this is necessary for a mature team, especially for a PG (point guard).

Dawson and Tomjanovich glanced at each other, slightly surprised. I don't know why Lin Feng valued this Billups so much, but since Lin Feng said it, the two would naturally pay attention.

"Also, the goal of the Rockets next season is to train new players, run the team, do not care about the results, it is best to get the No. 1 pick." Lin Feng said of his ambitions, "It is best to switch to the first few signings in 2003. Bit."

Dawson frowned.

"Boss, 2003 is a well-known general election year. LeBron James, who has already made his mark in high school, is likely to go directly to the NBA next year. He is the most popular No. 1 pick. There are already budding Wade and Anthony who want to change. I'm afraid it will be difficult." Dawson shook his head and said.

"Well, do your best. At any cost." Lin Feng also knew that 2003 was an election year, so he could only do his best. Moreover, although Lin Feng hopes to build an All-Star lineup, it is just a good wish after all. A mature team, in addition to superstars, those blue collars are even more indispensable.

Dawson and Tomjanovich glanced at each other, and both heard the implication from Lin Feng's "at any cost", and they were secretly shocked. Obviously, this new Chinese boss is extremely ambitious and far-sighted. It is the future, not the present. However, since that is the case, Dawson and Tomjanovich are even more pleased. At least next year, their pressure will not be so great. They will not be able to chase the results. Maybe they can really fight for the No. 1 pick.

Later, after the three continued to discuss the details, Lin Feng invited Dawson and Tomjanovich to lunch together near noon. In the future, I will rely on these two to help me take care of my own rockets. Naturally, I have to take good care of them.

During lunch, Dawson received a call.

"Boss, Stern is calling, I'm looking for you." Dawson handed the phone to Lin Feng, slightly surprised. He didn't expect the nba president to call and congratulate Lin Feng himself.

Lin Feng was slightly startled, he didn't expect Stern to call to congratulate himself.

"Hello, Mr. Stern." Lin Feng greeted enthusiastically.

"Hello, Mr. Lin Feng. I heard that you just acquired the Houston Rockets, congratulations." Stern said with a hint of joy.

"Thank you."

"Mr. Lin, I am on a flight to Houston and I will be in Houston at about 3 pm. I hope you will be ready for the press conference. We will attend together to announce that you have successfully acquired the Houston Rockets and become the first Chinese in NBA history. Boss." Stern couldn't suppress the excitement in his heart.

Stern has been committed to the globalization of NBA, and China is the most critical part of this global strategy. If the good news comes today, Lin Feng, the Chinese, has acquired the NBA Houston Rockets, and Lin Feng himself is a man of action, which will undoubtedly promote the process of NBA globalization. Therefore, Stern could not wait to fly to Houston to attend this press conference.

After the call, Lin Feng sighed slightly. It seems that it is hard to keep a low profile this time!