Chapter 1297 Trading Harden

"Kidd's agent called yesterday and asked if we were short of people." Griffin said with a smile.

Payton said with a smile: "Old man, he's about to retire, just like me back then, he still hasn't got a ring. Hammer, when you announced your comeback in March, he called me and asked about your possibility of returning to the Suns. I guess he's been waiting for your news to be confirmed, and wants to cling to your thigh."

"Wait a minute, let's get the main point guard first, he can only play as a substitute." Li Ba said with a smile.

"Billups is old and can't do it anymore." Griffin said.

"Not many people?" Li Ba was a little disappointed.

Payton said: "Although Lin Shuhao played well last season, he needs the ball. Without the ball, his off-ball ability is average, not as good as Kobe's off-ball ability."

Li Ba frowned. According to his playing style, he also needs some ball rights now, whether it is center or other positions.

He looked at Rose's name and looked away with some regret.

"Try to keep Lin Shuhao, we don't have many people to choose from." Li Ba said.

"I'll follow up." Griffin said.

Li Ba was about to continue looking at the list below, Griffin said: "Garnett's agent called us yesterday and asked if we have any room here, Hammer, what do you mean?"

"What were his stats last season?" Li Ba asked.

"15+8+3, 31 minutes per game, played for the Thunder, 1+1 contract, next season is a player option, he wants to come to you, veteran minimum salary, will not take up space." Griffin said.

Li Ba nodded, he knew what Garnett meant a long time ago, he talked about it at Senbei Castle last year.

He and Garnett have no direct conflict, otherwise he would not let Garnett go to Senbei Castle.

When the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake occurred, many NBA stars donated money, such as James donated 2 million US dollars, Kobe and O'Neal, Jordan, McGrady, Marbury, Francis, Mutombo, Barkley, Battier, Oden, etc. all donated, including Garnett, who donated 1.4 million US dollars.

Just for this reason, he was willing to take Garnett to get a ring.

"Then sign him." He said.

"OK." Griffin said excitedly: "I will inform his agent now."

He was very happy because Garnett's popularity in the United States is much higher than Duncan. He was the All-Star vote leader that year, which was a height that Duncan had never reached. Joining the Suns with a minimum salary would also be good for the Suns.

"Is it possible to trade Harden?"

Li Ba looked at Deron's name and was about to ask, but suddenly thought of Harden. He had just met this kid at the Olympics, and this kid asked him to trade him over, wanting to win the championship with him. Gao Yuanyuan also mentioned it once later.

There are no good guards in the free market. As a two-way guard, Harden's scoring and organizational skills are good. The new season is also his contract year. If he can be traded, it would be good.

Griffin said: "He joined the Mavericks last year and played well there, so it's difficult to trade him. Even if Gao and Harden cooperate with us, what bargaining chips can we use?"

"Gasol."

It was Payton who spoke, and then laughed:

"We have Garnett who joined with a minimum salary, so it's just right to trade Gasol away. Gasol is making $19 million this season, and Harden is making less than $6 million. This will save more than $13 million in salary space and leave room for Harden's contract renewal next season."

"Gary, you are a genius!" Griffin laughed excitedly.

"Then do it. I'll let Gao and Harden cooperate with us." Li Ba laughed.

"Great!"

Garnett was on vacation in Miami, and was ecstatic after receiving the notice from his agent.

"But Kevin, they said that you will probably only be a substitute in the new season." The agent said.

Garnett was stunned for a moment, thinking about the Suns' lineup. There are several inside rookies, so the Suns will definitely train them, so he will not get a lot of playing time. Although he was a little disappointed, the ring is always the most attractive. After thinking it through, he said: "That's no problem. I know what I want."

"OK, then come over, let's go to Phoenix together and finalize the contract as soon as possible." The agent said.

"I'll book a ticket right away." Garnett smiled.

At this time, Mosaic received an offer from the Suns, trading Gasol for Harden + Scola + three role players + the unprotected first-round draft pick in 2013.

When Morey saw the offer sheet, to be honest, he was tempted.

Since Yao Min left Mosaic, no excellent inside players have been traded. Mosaic has not made the playoffs for seven consecutive years. The main reason is that the inside line is too weak. He is under a lot of pressure in front of the boss.

But Harden is a player he is optimistic about. He played as the main point guard last season and averaged 21+4+5 per game. He has great potential, so he is reluctant to trade.

Griffin was not surprised to be rejected by Mosaic. This was a test, so he immediately modified the offer and faxed it again.

This time, he added more chips, Gasol + Jordan Hamilton + Norris Cole.

This time, Morey began to consider the possibility of a trade.

Although Harden is excellent and has potential, inside players are even more rare, and Gasol is in good shape now. He was able to score 18+10+4 last season and averaged 1.7 blocks per game. With him, The team's interior offense and rebounding are guaranteed.

But he just thought about it and refused.

But then his cell phone rang. When he saw it, it was Harden's agent Gao Yuanyuan. He felt a little thump in his heart and knew something was wrong.

Everyone in the world knows that Gao Yuanyuan is Hammer's agent, so does this phone call have any other meaning?

"Hello, Mr. General Manager, I hope Harden will go to a team that is more suitable for him. After all, his desire for a championship cannot be satisfied by the Mosaic team."

After the call was connected, Gao Yuanyuan said straightforwardly.

"No, Gao, we can't trade Harden, he is our future." Mo Lei said anxiously.

"If you force him to keep him, which star will dare to join the Mosaic team in the future? You know, Harden is a shareholder of Senbei Restaurant. He has the support of dozens of league superstars. If you choose to force him to keep him, I am sure , all the superstar shareholders of Senbei Restaurant will not choose the Mosaic team in the future, and Houston will become a forbidden place for superstars.”

Gao Yuanyuan said coldly.

Mo Lei choked, why is this woman so strong?

But he couldn't resist, because Gao Yuanyuan didn't give him a chance at all, and he didn't have the ability to compete with the influence of dozens of superstars.

If he gets no superstars willing to join the team, the boss will definitely fire him.