When he learned that Wasp was bankrupt, Min Congda felt extremely frustrated.
I worked hard for two seasons and thought about failing every day, but the result was that the Clippers were like no one else.
Not only are their combat capabilities getting better and better, but their business conditions are also getting better and better. If they reach the playoffs again this season, their valuation may increase again!
Look at the Rolex watch on my hand. It was given to me for nothing by the team’s sponsor.
However, Min Congda was quite surprised by the Hornets' bankruptcy.
Because the Hornets have been very restrained by the Clippers in the past two seasons.
Last season, the Clippers didn't win a game against the Hornets and were killed four times.
I finally won a game this season, but it was still difficult to beat the Hornets.
Chris Paul performs well every time he plays against the Clippers.
Especially when he faces Curry, he is one of the few small guards who can suppress Curry on both offense and defense.
So every time he played against the Hornets, Min Congda was very happy, knowing that he was going to lose.
Unexpectedly, the outstanding Hornets went bankrupt.
According to Chris Wallace, the Hornets were not doing well in December last year.
At that time, the league was already interested in hosting the Hornets and then helping them find a home.
Because the Hornets' own assets are not of high quality, it will take time to find a buyer.
However, the Hornets boss still wants to struggle and hope to finish the season.
Unfortunately, Wasp's box office sales were so poor.
According to the agreement signed between the Hornets and the local area, if the box office does not meet certain standards, the Hornets will move out of New Orleans.
"The agreement signed between the Hornets and Louisiana State is that the average attendance per game is 14,213, but the attendance at Hornets games is very good if it can reach 14,000. The attendance is often over 10,000, which simply cannot meet the requirements of the agreement."
"So the Hornets have always been worried. They don't know when they will move out of New Orleans, and their record has plummeted. Now, they are finally bankrupt."
The Hornets performed very well at the beginning of the season, posting a record of 11 wins and 1 loss, and once occupied the first position in the league.
At that time, people thought that the Hornets and Paul would return to the 2008 season and recreate their original brilliant achievements, but something unexpected happened.
It's no use that the Hornets are playing well. The local fans in New Orleans don't buy it, and the attendance has been bleak.
Moreover, there has been constant turmoil within the team about whether to trade Chris Paul, which has made the team restless.
Then the team went on a losing streak, their record dropped, and their attendance got even worse.
The last straw for the Hornets was team owner Sean's personal financial situation.
He was heavily in debt and insolvent, and even until March, he still couldn't see the possibility of Wasps making a profit at the box office.
The only option is to declare bankruptcy and sell the Hornets.
But Sean doesn't want the Hornets to leave New Orleans. He doesn't want the Hornets to be like the SuperSonics, and he will become the sinner of New Orleans.
"It is said that Kansas is ready to take over the Hornets. Their arena will be completed in 2007, and Kansas people also want an NBA team." Wallace conveyed the inside information to Min Congda.
The Kings were once in Kansas and then moved to Sacramento.
Kansas, as a traditional strong basketball state in the United States and the birthplace of many basketball superstars and celebrities, naturally hopes to have its own NBA team.
Min Chongda is not very concerned about whether there is an NBA team in Kansas. He is more concerned about Chris Paul's movements.
"The Hornets are in such turmoil, are their teams going to start rebuilding?" Min Congda asked.
"Yes, once they start rebuilding, there will definitely be a flow of quality players."
Every time a team disbands, it is a very good opportunity for other teams to strengthen.
The Hornets are actually very strong, with Paul and David West on the team both at their peak.
If the team rebuilds, they are bound to leave, and other teams are already salivating.
Especially Chris Paul, he is one of the few top stars in the league and a point guard.
The Hornets are not dead yet, and many teams are already eyeing him.
"But you already have Stephen Curry, so you're not still interested in Paul, right?"
"Paul? Oh no, no, no, not interested, I'm just asking." Min Congda smiled.
Of course he is no longer interested in Paul. How can such an excellent player come to the Clippers?
Curry alone is enough to give him a headache, but adding Paul to the mix will kill him.
Min Congda learned from the experience of the Hornets, attendance is still very important.
The Clippers are currently playing better and better, and the attendance rate is naturally rising, which is very detrimental to the team.
However, recent games are all away games and there are very few home games, so the Clippers have not received much money from home revenue.
When there were many home games in the past, the Clippers lost more than they won. This may be the only thing that makes Min Congda feel relieved.
"By the way, Chris, maybe you should consider trying to trade for Chris Paul. This will definitely improve your team's record and box office."
Min Congda was not interested in Paul, but instead encouraged Chris Wallace to go for it.
Wallace was suddenly struck by Min Congda's thoughts. He really had this idea.
The Grizzlies already have Griffin. If Paul is added, the point guard + power forward model will be a ticket-selling tool.
This season the Grizzlies have tasted the sweetness of popular superstars. Not to mention that every game is packed, the attendance rate has definitely improved a lot compared to last season.
Even if it is a game against some weak opponents, there are still many spectators present, just to watch Griffin dunk.
Watching the Hornets next door going bankrupt and being put into administration due to attendance issues, Wallace became even more grateful to have Griffin on the team.
With another Paul, the Grizzlies will really take off!
"But it is said that Paul still prefers to go to a big city. Hey, it is destined to be difficult for a small club like ours to attract stars except for the draft."
Wallace sighed. If a small club wants to be popular, it can only rely on cultivating superstars.
Moreover, if you are well cultivated and mature, you might be picked off.
If the Hornets were in a big city, even if the team declined, Paul might stay with the team for a year or two, waiting for the opportunity to rise again, just like Kobe.
Min Congda drank a drink and said, "Then you sent Gasol to the Lakers back then."
Wallace smiled awkwardly and said: "This... I am also out of friendship, giving Gasol a chance to win the championship and giving West a face. Besides, Gasol..."
Wallace wanted to say that Gasol was not bad, but now Gasol was sent to Los Angeles for Kaman!
Wallace's heart was suddenly filled with bitterness. He would no longer be able to do business with people from your big cities. It was too embarrassing.
(End of chapter)
