After figuring out where your future belongs.
Zhao Chen also temporarily put down basketball and began to enjoy the holiday more fully.
No matter how famous Zhao Chen is on the court, he is also an ordinary person in life.
During the vacation, Zhao Chen and Enna had a great time traveling in Europe.
During the trip, Zhao Chen occasionally made calls.
Zhao Chen clearly rejected James' recruitment on the phone.
After James learned that Zhao Chen chose the Lakers, he was relieved.
He felt that he would not be able to meet Zhao Chen in the finals.
It's very comfortable to not have to face this powerful opponent again.
It's impossible for the Lakers to win the championship with that lineup, even if Jordan was at his peak.
During Zhao Chen's travels, there were also various gossips about Zhao Chen's next home.
Those who were close to Zhao Chen who learned the news in advance were keeping it secret.
This is Zhao Chen's own matter, and it should be announced by Zhao Chen himself.
If it is revealed to the media in advance, they may not be told any news about Zhao Chen in the future.
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On July 1, after sending Enna back to the capital, Zhao Chen flew to Los Angeles again.
In the Lakers office, accompanied by Aaron Mintz, Zhao Chen signed a 1+1 contract with the Lakers with an annual salary of US$40 million over two years.
Zhao Chen chose to sign with the Lakers and suffered a certain loss in terms of contract amount.
Because even if it is the same maximum salary, according to regulations, Zhao Chen's maximum salary is the larger one between 105% of last season's salary and US$20.644 million.
Zhao Chen's salary in the 2013-14 season was US$800,000, 105% less than one million US dollars, so the round number was rounded to US$20 million.
If Zhao Chen stays with the Thunder with a maximum salary, he can sign a contract for up to 5 years, with an annual increase of 7.5% of the first-year salary, totaling US$110 million.
Zhao Chen seemed to have sacrificed a lot, but Zhao Chen didn't care.
Zhao Chen and Jim Bass applied for an advance of 80% of one year's salary and expressed their intention to buy real estate.
Bass readily agreed, and he also wanted Zhao Chen to pay him two years in advance...
After signing the contract, the Lakers officially issued a group photo of Zhao Chen, Aaron Mintz, and Mitch Kupchak.
Zhao Chen's face was filled with a smile, Aaron Mintz was also happy, and Lakers general manager Kupchak put his arm around Zhao Chen's shoulders. The atmosphere seemed harmonious.
The Lakers’ official post also included: “MVP is here!!!”
One stone stirs up a thousand waves!
Zhao Chen's sudden signing with the Lakers is undoubtedly a blockbuster for the NBA.
Detonated the NBA! !
This is no less shocking than the return of James to the Cavaliers and the Big Three formed by Love, who was traded with the No. 1 pick, and Irving, the original core of the Cavaliers.
Zhao Chen joins forces with Kobe, two highly topical superstars join forces!
"Zhao Chen's high-profile announcement to join the Lakers caused an earthquake in the league! 》
"The Lakers' series of operations turned out to be to build a team around Zhao Chen!" 》
"The new core of the Lakers is confirmed, Kobe Bryant ushered in the heir!" 》
"The glory of Los Angeles returns, can Zhao Chen and Kobe succeed?" 》
"If Kobe is not injured, the Lakers will return to the championship team!" 》
"The Lakers intercepted PJ Tucker and signed a high-profile contract worth 20 million in three years!" 》
"The Lakers signed a three-year, 1.8 million contract with the Rockets' abandoned Covington. 》
"The Lakers stated that they will sign contracts with six rookies in the future! 》
"The Lakers' major overhaul is to create a potential lineup for Zhao Chen"
"The Lakers are betting that FMVP can become the new leader of Los Angeles!" 》
"Westbrook wishes Zhao Chen and thanks him for his contribution to the Thunder! 》
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After major websites reprinted the news.
Kobe also said on Twitter: "Today is a great day for the future of the Lakers and Lakers fans. We ushered in last season's championship winner and finals most valuable player-Zhao Chen. Zhao Chen is a person with whom A different superstar. He is one of the best players on the planet. He loves competition. At the same time, he is also an extremely outstanding leader. He can make his teammates successful. If Zhao Chen can join, we will be one step away from the playoffs and the championship. Another big step forward for the final.”
Kobe rarely posts such lengthy tweets.
Zhao Chen's joining is enough to show his excitement.
The Lakers are competitive again! !
The effect of Zhao Chen's joining is that when Kupchak recruits other All-Star players, those players will consider the Lakers, and they will no longer refuse directly.
After all, joining forces with Zhao Chen in Los Angeles is also a good choice.
Of course, for now, the thunder is loud and the rain is light.
Many people also want to see what results Zhao Chen can achieve with such a Lakers team.
Without Kevin Durant, the regular season scoring champion, and super point guard Russell Westbrook, his ability to lead the team is still a question mark.
This is the impression brought about by Zhao Chen's qualifications. No matter how outstanding Zhao Chen is, this cannot be changed in a short time.
Most veteran All-Stars who want a championship mainly go to the Cavaliers, and they choose to follow LeBron.
Although Zhao Chen is famous, he is not as prestigious as James.
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When Lakers fans saw Zhao Chen's signing, they stopped attacking the Lakers management.
This signing is awesome, and the Lakers immediately went from hopeless to promising.
Most Lakers fans welcome and look forward to Zhao Chen's arrival.
The Lakers have had no future for too long. Zhao Chen's partnership with a group of rookies has made Lakers fans feel excited about the new season!
"Zhao and Kobe join forces to win the championship."
"I don't know if Kobe can return to his peak strength, hey!"
"It's difficult. Kobe is seriously injured and I don't know if he can come back in the new season."
"It's almost time for Kobe to retire. I feel like he can't play much anymore."
"Nonsense, Kobe is a deterrent on the court."
"Come on Zhao Chen, Lakers championship!!"
"FMVP, welcome to LA!!"
Lakers fans flipped out like a book.
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Los Angeles fans naturally welcome a powerful super giant like Zhao Chen.
Especially Zhao Chen seems to be here just to replace Kobe.
Zhao Chen has the powerful scoring ability of Kobe Bryant at his peak!
Fans love shooting guards like this!
As for the domestic fans.
The Lakers have always been very popular in China.
Although leaving the Thunder makes most fans feel regretful, joining forces with Kobe and going to the big city of Los Angeles will be better for Zhao Chen's future, and most fans understand Zhao Chen's decision.
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Of course, the people who least understand Zhao Chen are Oklahoma City fans.
Oklahoma City fans are divided into two factions.
One group believes that Zhao Chen is ungrateful and has forgotten who trained him. Some extreme fans burned Zhao Chen's jersey in public.
One group believes that Zhao Chen has won a championship for the Thunder, and no matter what choice Zhao Chen makes, he should be respected.
Zhao Chen's departure caused a lot of controversy. A small number of Zhao Chen fans cried because they couldn't understand.
They thought Zhao Chen would live forever in Thunder!
Zhao Chen's Oklahoma City fans quickly turned into fans of Westbrook and Durant.
If you give up, you will gain!
"Starting today, burn Zhao Chen's jersey. I will be a KD fan from now on."
"Get lost, Zhao Chen!"
"Come on, Zhao Chen, do well in the Lakers."
"Thank you for everything you've done for the Thunder."
After Zhao Chen made his choice, he felt a little unhappy when he saw the scolding from Oklahoma City fans.
However, Zhao Chen quickly adjusted his mood, and he couldn't care too much if a small number of fans turned against him.
The Thunder management worked hard for a while, and after learning that the matter was irreversible, they arranged for Thunder officials to send blessings.
They thank Zhao Chen for everything he contributed last season! !
Presti suffered a loss in Zhao Chen's signing, and he also secretly vowed not to sign a one-year short contract again! !
