After Xiao Hua arrived, the two exchanged pleasantries.
After finishing the greetings, Ann Herbert said directly: "Adam, I came here today to discuss how much sponsorship money we plan to invest in the NBA next season."
Xiao Hua is so shrewd that he naturally knows that this is just an excuse.
He had long known that Ann Herbert made a stupid decision three years ago, and he also knew that it was basically impossible for Wang Yi to sign with Nike.
So even if he thought with his toes, he knew what An was looking for today.
But as an old fox, he still said politely: "I can't thank you enough. The NBA has been taking care of Nike over the years. On behalf of all the team owners, I would like to thank your company for your strong support."
An also knew that these were just polite words.
She said: "But before sponsoring, I would like to ask the president to do me a favor."
Xiao Hua touched his shiny bald head and adjusted his glasses: "Please speak as soon as possible. As long as I can help, I will do my best."
He was very particular about his choice of words.
If you need help, I will try my best to help you.
As for whether I can accomplish things after I try my best, that is beyond my control. All I can control is to try my best.
An naturally knew these Xiao Hua moves.
But she didn't have time to pay attention to this at this time, she just said:
"If you can take the lead in getting us, Nike, to sign a contract with Wang Yi, then we will provide an additional US$100 million in sponsorship next season."
Adam Silver hears Ann Herbert's words.
His eyes narrowed slightly.
The NBA previously signed an eight-year, $1 billion jersey sponsorship deal with Nike.
Nike has also set a precedent for the NBA to print its logo on its jerseys - you know, before this, when brands such as Reebok and Adidas sponsored, they could not print their logos on their jerseys.
So in the past 8 years, Nike and the NBA have always had a good relationship.
When the jersey contract expires this year, it's time to negotiate a new contract.
Originally, the new contract had been verbally agreed upon and was worth US$1.5 billion over eight years.
If another US$100 million is added, it will be US$1.6 billion in eight years.
At that time, this contract will be the largest jersey sponsorship contract signed by the NBA in recent years.
As a result, the NBA can make a lot of profits.
But Xiao Hua knows this woman An very well.
Just as Wang Yi has thoroughly studied every one of his opponents, Xiao Hua has also thoroughly studied every one of her business partners.
He knows Ann's style of doing things.
Often the plan is to add an additional US$100 million, but if it fails, it is likely that not only will the additional US$100 million not be added, but another US$100 million may also be withdrawn.
There are two hundred million dollars here and there.
Just thinking about it makes Xiao Hua feel sore.
Even if the money is earned, it is not his own.
But as a pure businessman, his greatest happiness is making money, even if it is not for himself.
So when he heard An say this, he immediately said: "Don't worry, I will definitely take the lead in letting you and Wang Yi meet in person. You guys have a good talk. Then I will also invite the owner of the Kings over, and we will be together."
I'm here to help you."
Xiao Hua is doing this to benefit the league, that is, to benefit all the bosses in the league.
I believe the boss King will not refuse.
Ann Herbert nodded: "That's best."
Xiao Hua then said: "But can this matter be left after the finals? After all, we can't affect the player's condition."
An shook his head: "No. If we play 7 games in the finals, there will only be 5 days before our contract expires. In such a short time, many things cannot be solved. What if something goes wrong again?
, we cannot bear the responsibility of being overtaken by other brands."
Xiao Hua also pondered for a moment, looking embarrassed, and then reluctantly nodded:
"Okay, although it's a bit difficult, I'll try my best to arrange it."
As long as Xiao Hua has something to do with interests, his efficiency is very high.
On the afternoon of the second day, Wang Yi was training.
Owner Ranadive came to the sidelines.
During Wang Yi's training break, he said to Wang Yi: "Wang, after you finish training, someone will come to talk to you."
Wang Yi paused and looked at his boss: "Who is it?"
Under normal circumstances, the finals will be played tomorrow, and it is impossible for the boss to arrange for Wang Yi and other unrelated people to watch the flowers at this time.
Dr. Rana thought for a while and said: "You will know after I go there."
Since the game is tomorrow, Wang Yi's training tasks today are not heavy, so he has completed today's training by 4:00 pm.
Since his various abilities have now reached the pinnacle of the league, he will hardly trigger any training tasks now.
After 4:00, the boss drove to Sacramento with Wang Yi.
At the Owl Restaurant in Sacramento, Xiao Hua had already booked a private room.
Wang Yi has been to many Hooters restaurants, and the Hooters restaurant here is his favorite.
Because the Sacramento restaurant is next to the Sacramento River.
Here you can enjoy the beautiful scenery on the river.
The blue sky and clear water complement each other, and there are boats passing by on the river from time to time.
Sitting here, Wang Yi feels as comfortable as sitting in front of his own home.
Looking back, the room is full of NBA elements.
On the wall are creative paintings about the NBA.
Highlights of NBA players are played on the big screen on the wall.
Wang Yi was sitting in a private room, watching his highlights from the playoffs on the screen.
He couldn't help but joke to the boss Ranadive next to him: "What's the name of this player? He's so awesome."
Ranadive was also a joker. He rubbed his chin and said with pretense of doubt:
"Yeah, what's his name? He seems to be a player on our team. He seems to have led my team to win two championships. Who is he?"
After saying that, the two laughed loudly.
Ranadive is Asian.
Therefore, the estrangement between Wang Yi and him is not as deep as that between other Americans.
Therefore, he often joked with his boss.
Just as the two of them were laughing.
Adam Silver has already come in at the door.
The smile on Wang Yi's face faded a little.
Anyway, he felt a little unhappy when he saw Xiao Hua.
Just like all Chinese fans, they were unhappy when they saw him.
Xiao Hua, with a big smile on his face, shook hands with Ranadive and then with Wang Yi.
Wang Yi turned around and asked the boss next to him: "Is he the person you brought me to see?"
What Wang Yi said was not very polite.
The boss, Ranadive, didn't take it seriously and just nodded.
He is the owner of the NBA team, and Xiao Hua is the president of the NBA.
After all, Xiao Hua is just his wage earner.
Chapter completed!