"The Los Angeles Lakers have made an offer, also a 1+1 guaranteed contract, with a total value of fifteen million."
"The Golden State Warriors have also made an offer to Tang Long, a 2+1 mid-level exception contract, with a total value of sixteen million."
Before Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry and Tang Long could speak, Tang Long's agent, Bill Duffy, spoke first.
Although his business acumen in the industry was average, he was, after all, Yao Ming's agent, and his skills were still much better than ordinary agents.
By stating other teams' intentions before the Cavaliers' general manager made an offer, he could secure more leverage for Tang Long.
Tang Long nodded at Bill Duffy.
Choosing this agent was indeed the right decision!
If it weren't for him, he might not have even thought of this aspect!
General Manager Danny Ferry frowned slightly. His initial thought was to offer Tang Long a contract worth a total of fourteen million.
But the Lakers offered an additional million!
Not to mention Los Angeles being a big city, the exposure was incomparable to Cleveland.
The growth a player received was entirely different.
Exchanging glances with Gilbert, Danny Ferry spoke.
"A 1+1 mid-level exception contract, with a total value of sixteen million. This is the Cavaliers' contract renewal offer to you."
After speaking, Danny Ferry looked at Tang Long and Bill Duffy.
Tang Long's heart leaped with joy. His request was only for fifteen million, and he was offered an extra million.
Bill Duffy also nodded silently. He had discussed the renewal price with Tang Long before, and this offer from the Cavaliers clearly met expectations.
Of course, the final decision rested with Tang Long.
So, everyone looked at Tang Long, and LeBron's eyes were filled with hope.
He was so eager to have a top center play with him and contend for a championship together!
The three-peat won by the Los Angeles Lakers with the OK combination had undoubtedly had a huge impact on LeBron.
He considered himself the league's number one small forward and that his performance on the court was no worse than Kobe's, he just lacked a top teammate.
Kobe had the dominant Shaq.
Could he have Tang Long?!
Tang Long nodded slightly, and just as he was about to agree, a system voice suddenly sounded in his mind.
[Congratulations to the host for activating a hidden mission! If you reach a contract renewal agreement with the Cleveland Cavaliers, the system store will be unlocked.]
System store?
Tang Long was stunned!
As someone who had transmigrated from 2022, he had played many NBA 2K games and understood what a system store meant.
For example, equipment that enhanced his abilities, like shoes and jerseys, or functional drinks that would significantly boost his stamina for the next game.
With the assurance of a system store, Tang Long's ability to perform in tough games increased greatly!
And he himself wanted to renew with the Cavaliers, so this was like two birds with one stone!
Tang Long was deep in thought.
Cavaliers owner Gilbert, General Manager Danny Ferry, and Head Coach Mike Brown were anxious, staring at Tang Long, wondering what he was thinking.
Was his offer not attractive enough?
He should have offered more!
Danny Ferry couldn't help but feel nervous. If they failed to re-sign Tang Long, they would not only lose a powerful big man but also the Chinese market behind Tang Long!
The Chinese market that Yao Ming had shown had already made the Rockets immensely wealthy!
Tang Long's current performance was even better than Da Yao's!
In this case, the Cavaliers could earn a lot of US dollars from the Chinese market!
Bill Duffy also looked at Tang Long with some confusion. This offer should have met Tang Long's expectations, so what was he thinking now?
Finally, LeBron couldn't hold back and asked, "Tang, do you have any other concerns? It's just a 1+1 contract, and after proving yourself this season, the Cavaliers will definitely offer you a higher salary!"
Hearing LeBron's words, Tang Long snapped back to reality.
Looking at the expectant gazes before him, Tang Long couldn't help but laugh, "No problem, I choose to renew with the Cleveland Cavaliers! I'm really looking forward to winning a championship with LeBron!"
"Yes!! That's great!"
LeBron was the first to cheer and high-five Tang Long in celebration!
"Then we are now the LeBron-Tang combination!"
"Just as the OK combination achieved a three-peat, it shouldn't be a problem for us, the LeBron-Tang combination, to achieve a three-peat!"
LeBron couldn't help but fantasize about hoisting the trophy!
Tang Long was equally excited, "More than a three-peat! We're going to win more and more championships!"
Gilbert and Danny Ferry looked at the scene before them, also very happy.
They were happy to have the league's number one small forward, LeBron, on their team, and also the genius Chinese center, Tang Long.
The market behind them was not insignificant!
They would also make a fortune!
Danny Ferry was very pleased to see the team strengthen. Ever since Big Z was injured, he had been worried about how to improve the team's performance.
Now he could finally put his mind at ease.
After all, the Cavaliers, with Tang Long and LeBron, had recently achieved a six-game winning streak!
Head Coach Mike Brown was the happiest.
The two main players on the team got along well, not only avoiding locker room conflicts but also motivating other players. Coaching had never been so comfortable!
After Bill Duffy and Danny Ferry carefully discussed and reviewed the contract terms one by one, Tang Long finally signed the renewal contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Bill Duffy was naturally delighted to have secured a deal so soon after becoming Tang Long's agent.
"Tang! Let's go, I'm treating you to dinner! Let's celebrate your contract renewal with the Cavaliers!"
LeBron was in high spirits and grinning broadly as he invited Tang Long out.
Tang Long shook his head, "Sorry LeBron, I actually have something to do, I need to go home first."
Seeing Tang Long's serious expression, LeBron didn't insist.
After all, their brotherhood was established, and they could eat together anytime.
Tang Long wasn't lying to LeBron; he did have something to attend to.
Just as he signed his name on the contract, the system voice sounded in Tang Long's mind again.
[Congratulations to the host for successfully renewing with the Cleveland Cavaliers, unlocking Level 1 System Store!]
[Point values are also unlocked. Each game won by the host will earn corresponding point values.]
[Making spectacular shots or defensive plays on the court will also earn point values, which can be used to purchase items in the system store.]
Since he was still in the team's office, Tang Long couldn't examine it closely.
He bid farewell to everyone and returned to his rented apartment.
He couldn't wait to browse the system store that had just been activated!