Chapter 459 The First Tallest Building?

"The two bosses, besides Kobe Bryant, is the most charismatic star in the league today, James, and under them are Durant, Paul, Anthony and so on."

Sean Marx switched the photos of several stars, pointed to the screen and continued, "Kobe and James don't have to think about it. Kobe is only a few years away from retirement, and it is impossible to leave the Lakers; James just signed a new contract, and we will take it again." There is no equal bargaining chip."

Conrad Koch pointed to Paul's photo, "Where is Chris Paul? I like his playing style."

Sean Marx laughed quickly, "Exactly what I want to say, Paul is currently in the Los Angeles Clippers, because the boss has just changed, and the team's morale is booming, but the Clippers coach Doc Rivers has never liked Paul. , In fact, anyone with a discerning eye can see that he thinks that Paul blocked his son Rivers Jr.'s ascent channel, so theoretically speaking, we have a deal with the Clippers, we use Deron Williams to add an edge at will Players, you can match Paul's salary."

"Then what are you waiting for?" Yang Cheng asked puzzledly, since this is the point, let's act quickly, the deadline is less than a week away.

Sean Marx smiled wryly, "The problem lies in the new owner of the Clippers, Mr. Ballmer. He is ambitious to aim for the O'Brien Cup. Any fool can see that the loss of Paul by the Clippers is equivalent to giving up voluntarily. I worry about him. will intervene in person.”

Yang Cheng nodded to express his understanding, "Go ahead and talk about Paul for a while."

"Okay boss, next is Durant, he is a very purposeful player, for the championship, there is nothing he can't do, and he is currently in the Thunder, and the ball battle with Westbrook makes him Very worrying, our judgment is that he has no objection to going to another team, or even teaming up with other stars to compete for the championship.

but not now!

The Thunder has a good momentum this season, and there is hope to go further, so don't try to get him in the middle of the season. We can bet on him in the summer, when he will definitely choose to jump out of the contract and become a free agent. First, test the water market. Looking at his worth, the second is to give himself one more choice. If they fail to win the championship this season, and some other team has more attractive factors for him, he will definitely not mind betraying the Thunder and his good brothers. "

Konrad Koch is also a smart person, and he quickly understood the meaning of Sean Marx, "That is to say, there are conditions for us to get him. First of all, he cannot win the championship this season as he wishes; secondly, the lineup of other teams is better than that of others. The current Thunder is more attractive, or more like a champion, and finally, they have to offer a top-level contract.

If these three conditions are met at the same time, we have a certain chance of signing him, am I right? "

Sean Marx smiled admiringly,

"Very correct."

Konrad Koch was not happy with Sean Marx's flattery. He turned to Yang Cheng and said, "It seems that we have to spend a lot of money to get a superstar, so as to have a chance to attract other stars to join Baotuan."

Yang Cheng shrugged, "Obviously, taking the first step in anything is the most difficult. The current team's strength on paper is sufficient, but the depth of the lineup is too poor, and several leading stars are injured, Old is old, it is difficult to attract the stars of the playing years with the current cards, and they can only be exchanged."

Turning to look at Sean Marx, he asked, "Isn't there a healthy young star in a weak team in the league now?"

"To be honest, looking at the entire league, there are currently not many young players who have the ability to be the star of the team and are attractive. There are not many young players who recruit other stars to join. Harden of the Rockets is one, and Lillard of the Trail Blazers is one. Count one, Anthony Davis of the Pelicans counts one, Paul George, who was reimbursed by the Pacers for the season, counts half, and the remaining stars are either too soft in character or vulnerable to injury. I really don’t recommend the team to choose.”

Sean Marx's professional level has been recognized by Yang Cheng, but this is of no use. "Looking at it this way, it seems that only Chris Paul is the most suitable for us, but will Ballmer agree to let him go?"

Conrad Koch hesitated, "I can try to talk to Ballmer, but I can't put all my hopes on me. We must first come up with the right chips."

Sean Marx hurriedly interjected, "According to what I said, although Deron's current offensive scoring ability has declined, his assist ability is still at the top of the league. It may be almost meaningless to replace Paul alone, but adding a strong substitute player That's enough. In addition, Deron's tactics are more compatible with the Clippers, and he is not too obsessed with possession of the ball. If he can leave little room for Rivers to improve, Doug Rivers will definitely agree. If the head coach insists, The team management is generally satisfied, after all, Doc Reeves has not done badly in recent years."

"Okay, then this matter is settled, and the rest of the week will go all out to attack Chris Paul, but the eggs cannot be put in the same basket, we have to have an alternative, at least if Paul joins, we can also give Chris Paul He's looking for a second boss." Yang Cheng directly made a decision to settle the matter, the superiors are most taboo and indecisive, how can the subordinates work if they can't find the backbone?

Coming out of the meeting room, Yang Cheng and Konrad Koch withdrew the staff, and the two wandered around the Barclays Center, mainly to discuss their big plans.

"Jason, the Barclays Center has been acquired, and it's time for us to start the plan." Konrad Koch stood in front of the glass curtain wall on the top floor, looking at the green park that has been renamed "Pacific Ocean" not far away.

"Well, Yuanshan's preliminary research has ended, and the project is indeed promising, but the problem we are facing now is that such a big cake, we may not be able to eat it up alone." Yang Cheng said worriedly.

"The development of real estate projects has never been completed independently by one or two families. I have thought of this a long time ago. In fact, we can calm the dissatisfaction of those people just by dividing up the supply of raw materials involved." Konrad Koch seemed indifferent, and said it easily, because according to the original agreement between the two, Koch Industries is mainly responsible for the construction of all service facilities for the future comprehensive business life body.

Of course, the supply of raw materials that Yuanshan needed during the construction period was also provided by Koch Industries. Now that he has generously allocated this profit, Yang Cheng has to look at it differently. When did the wolf change his nature? Push all the meat up to the mouth?

"Don't look at me like that, Jason. Before our project officially started, countless people called me to seek cooperation. The Koch family didn't dare to offend everyone and give this profit to the wolves. In exchange for a large piece of our territory, I think the deal is worth it."

Conrad Koch seemed very depressed, and it seems that he has been getting angry recently.

Yang Cheng didn't comment on this. Anyway, the money that should be given is a lot, and it doesn't matter to Yuan Shan who it is given to.

"So, the project plan hasn't changed?"

"Well, according to our previous plan, a complex business and living area with a total area of ​​64,500 square meters and a total construction area of ​​600,000 square meters will cover commercial facilities, self-built schools, health centers, and the Barclays Center, an international exhibition venue. , about 8 acres of green parks, etc., of course, leisure facilities such as cafes and children’s play areas will be matched one by one.”

Conrad Koch's introduction was in full swing, Yang Cheng suddenly raised his hand and interrupted, "I have a new idea about the coffee shop, I want to introduce Starbucks, and build the world's largest flagship store in our project, which has a gimmick , and facilitate future residents, killing two birds with one stone.”

"I have no objection. In fact, this is a good idea. You can talk to Starbucks. My relationship with Seattle is not very good." Konrad Koch agreed with some reluctance, but he couldn't refuse. Yang Cheng's attention is indeed beneficial, and neither public nor private can object.

As for his saying that the relationship with Seattle is not good, Yang Cheng was a little surprised, but after thinking about it, for the past 20 years, Seattle has thrived relying on high-tech industries, and gathered the headquarters of some of the world's top companies. Koch Industries tried to move its headquarters from Kansas to Seattle, but was boycotted by the local government and some entrepreneurs because their factory would pollute Seattle's environment. Anyway, they failed to move in, which caused conflicts No wonder.

"Okay, I'll talk about it, and you can continue." Yang Cheng replied flatly, pouted her mouth to signal Conrad Koch to continue.

"The planned office space, that is, the total area of ​​commercial buildings exceeds 90,000 square meters, and the retail and restaurants exceed 20,000 square meters. It is planned to introduce a super five-star brand hotel, a slightly lower-end boutique hotel, including a brand new public park in New York City. Secondary schools, health centers, senior activity centers, nurseries, etc. in cooperation with nursing homes."

Yang Cheng supported the glass curtain wall with his hands, and looked down at Pacific Park. The inside was still very empty, and there was no one there, but he believed that in the not-too-distant future, this place would definitely become a densely populated center second only to Manhattan. , It will also be one of the most prosperous landmarks in New York.

"As for the residential development, I don't care about it. You, Yuanshan, are fully responsible. In addition, I heard a news that I don't know if it is true. The New York City Hall has a plan to invite tenders for the new tallest building. You can send someone to inquire about it. If it is true, We can do public relations, if we can include this tallest building in our project, what does it mean, don’t I need to say more?”

Yang Cheng was startled, "Is the news accurate?"

Conrad Koch pursed his lips and shook his head, "I also heard that you have to find someone to confirm this, but there is no storm without waves, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai has been the tallest building in the world for some years, and this top spot should also Sit in another city, I think it’s not unfounded to have such an idea given the piss of the big masters in New York City Hall, after all, New York is the largest city in the world, and it should also have the tallest building in the world!”