The Golden Age of Basketball

Weinberg's life is not easy these days. As a rich man with a successful career, his daily life used to be very easy. In the United States, as long as you have enough money, the banknotes themselves will generate banknotes. What the owner of the banknotes has to do It is to give his banknotes to a special person to manage, and he can lie on the bed and count the money.

As a World War II veteran, Weinberg started from scratch after retiring and engaged in the real estate development industry. In 1970, together with several Portland bosses, he paid a membership fee of 3.7 US dollars and became a franchise member of the NBA League. Established a professional team in Portland. By 1975, he officially became the owner of Portland. Two years later, the Portland Trail Blazers reached the peak under the leadership of Walton. At that time, Weinberg also reached the peak. reached his peak as a team owner.

Now, 12 years later, the seed the Blazers picked in 1984 has germinated, grown leaves, bloomed, and is now finally about to bear fruit, but Weinberg made a fatal mistake.

Now, Weinberg himself can't remember how he said those words to Donald Sterling. For NBA bosses like them, they occasionally get together, like Sterling, Bass, etc. The bosses on the west coast all rely on real estate to make their fortunes, and the industrial giants in the central region and the financial giants on the east coast have their own circles. During the season, they sometimes fly to various cities with the team to "drop in" , A city like Los Angeles is where every boss likes to go.

In so many gatherings, these white bosses who were born in the early 20th century still couldn’t understand the black people under them. Among them, Sterling was a well-known racist who yelled at his players on the sidelines. It's not a day or two to yell, and Weinberg has always been more cautious, and he is not a racist, but you know, sometimes when you are with friends, you have to say something to cater to each other and laugh at others in private It's also an interesting chat.

It’s just that this time Weinberg followed someone else’s lead. He was obviously being monitored. This conversation between him and Sterling must have happened relatively early, but it was not released until the end of the season. The Blazers have the strongest momentum and are the best. Release this when they are about to create the best record in history. This kind of public opinion creation effect is good enough; of course, the opponent did not take advantage of the Blazers to play the playoffs to release this recording, which is considered more conscientious up.

After the recording was exposed, Weinberg stayed in the mansion in Portland. Inman called him, but he also made a few perfunctory remarks and did not go to the meeting. Meet, talk about the problem clearly, and then the two of them can speak out in the media together, so that this matter can be resolved peacefully. If the two insist on their own opinions, especially the media's strong ability to fan the flames and distort the original intention, it may eventually cause An even bigger rift, so Weinberg had to wait until Gan Guoyang called, or Gan Guoyang himself, if possible, Weinberg didn't mind going to Gan Guoyang's mansion in person.

And soon, Weinberg, who was sitting in his large study, received a call from the doorman, saying, "Mr. Gan's car has arrived."

At this time, Weinberg was really relieved. Since Gan Guoyang is willing to come, it means that there is still room for discussion, and there is room for maneuver. At least the current backbone of the Blazers can be stabilized. It's another matter.

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After the training, Gan Guoyang asked Feng Peiyu to drive him to Weinberg's mansion. For Weinberg, Gan Guoyang has always had a good impression of him. The boss is approachable and he doesn't like to interfere in the team's affairs. He left all kinds of matters to Yinman and Adelman, and he also paid [-]% attention to Gan Guoyang.

Although the relationship between the two is not as good as Jerry Buss and Magic Johnson can go to nightclubs together, but it is quite good. In summer, Weinberg will invite Gan Guoyang to go fishing on his yacht.

Now, Weinberg broke out discriminatory remarks, and it was aimed at Gan Guoyang himself. Gan Guoyang was very calm in his heart. He saw clearly in his eyes, knowing that people's hearts are separated from each other, and it is very common for people to speak ill of each other behind their backs. It's just that with the big hat of racial discrimination, Gan Guoyang himself can't do it if he wants to make big things into small things.

"You two are waiting for me in the car. Guangyao, don't run around. I'll be down soon." Gan Guoyang got out of the car after speaking. It wasn't the first time he had visited Weinberg's mansion. You can also feel the sea breeze from the Pacific Ocean.

"Mr. Weinberg is already waiting for you in the study." The butler of Weinberg's family took Gan Guoyang upstairs. When Gan Guoyang walked to the door, he just raised his hand to knock on the door, but the door opened by itself, waiting for a big round basket. Weinberg with glasses was standing at the door, raised his head and looked at Gan Guoyang.

Gan Guoyang smiled at Weinberg, and Weinberg smiled too. The tense atmosphere disappeared in an instant. After Gan Guoyang entered the study, he reached out his hand first.

"Mr. Weinberg, the current situation is very bad." Gan Guoyang said to Weinberg.

Weinberg also reached out his hand and held Gan Guoyang's hand tightly and nodded, "It's really bad. Thank you very much for coming here, otherwise the situation will only get worse."

What Paul Allen said is indeed correct. Gan Guoyang is different from ordinary players. He has the attributes of a capitalist. The reason why Allen gave Gan Guoyang some hints in advance is because he concluded that Gan Guoyang would not mess around and he would not fight with him. The media casually broke the news that "all this is a Paul Allen" conspiracy. If it was replaced by another player, Paul Allen would never dare to take this risk, even if he is the backbone of the team.

In the team, Gan Guoyang is a loyal big brother, impulsive and passionate, but off the court, he will become a capitalist, calm and rational, and he will use the "civilized person" way to solve such a crisis instead of He opened his mouth wide and sprayed wildly, and with Gan Guoyang's mediation, the Blazers will not be completely collapsed because of this incident, but they will also be hit hard. Once they win the championship this year, Weinberg is likely to be shaken and continue to hold Confidence, and sold the Blazers at a high price.

The brilliance of Paul Allen's trick is that Weinberg and Gan Guoyang, who are sitting in the study at this time, have a good grasp of the ins and outs of the matter, and they will not have any discrepancy with the truth, but they Knowing that you are in the game, but you can't get out of the game, not only you can't get out of the game, but you have to continue walking according to this game.

Now, what Gan Guoyang really cares about is how to give an explanation to the media, American society, the Asian community, and the Portland Trail Blazers.

"I'm sure there is no bugging equipment in my room, and there are no paparazzi around, so we can talk about whatever we want, of course, I must first apologize to you for saying such hurtful words. I am deeply sorry." Weinberg poured some red wine for Gan Guoyang and said.

"Mr. Weinberg, there is no need to apologize too much for those things that did not cause harm. Maybe I also scolded you behind your back, but it was not recorded; but I can understand you, other players may not necessarily, The team is already a little impetuous, which is a big blow to them. Everyone is young and easily impulsive. I don't mind the regular season, but the playoffs... I think you definitely don't want to work hard for a season Put it all in vain." Gan Guoyang took a sip of his wine, feeling a little more sober.

"That's right, my reputation is already hard to recover, so at least give me a championship? No matter what, an apology is for sure. Since you are willing to accept it, I will definitely make a public apology. In front of the entire United States, can I I am very pleased to have your understanding; as for the team, I will also apologize, and at the same time I will give you a championship bonus. Of course, everything about the team depends more on the efforts of you and Mr. Adelman. I have faith in your leadership skills."

After the two made a preliminary decision, they discussed the details seriously until very late. When Gan Guoyang finally left Weinberg's house, Feng Guangyao fell asleep in the car.

With the cooperation of the two, this turmoil will soon subside, but another bigger turmoil is brewing.