The effect is to slightly increase the damage of elbow strikes, and to slightly increase the deterrent effect given to the opponent after elbow strikes."

"What about Olajuwon's steps? What about Kobe's fade away? If not, you can just use Chairman Yao's hook. Karl Malone's iron elbow is actually a special move! It's too outrageous!

You call this a basketball skill? Will there be another Silver Cannon Boxing in the future?"

Wayne was shocked. This special move was so refreshing and refined.

And the most surprising thing is, can this thing be upgraded?

What? Encourage me to elbow people hard?

Wayne accepted this special move speechlessly and equipped it.

Even before reporting to the Pacers, the system has prepared all the "weapons" needed to get along with teammates?

Hmm...then you are so considerate...

Fortunately, there is a heaven-defying "Man of Steel" badge as comfort, otherwise Wayne would be furious.

Forget it, just use it for self-defense.

Early the next morning, Wayne also said that he was going to take his parents around to play.

But Schwartz regretfully told Wayne: "I'm afraid I don't have that much time, Wayne. As of last night, you have been a professional player. So tomorrow afternoon, I arranged for you to meet with Nike."

"Nike? Are you going to sign a sneaker contract so soon?" Wayne really didn't expect this. It was only the day after the draft ended. Is it too early?

Wayne did not understand this thoroughly enough as a fan in his previous life.

It is now considered a regular time to sign a sneaker contract. It is not early at all. Many rookies sign sneaker contracts before the draft begins.

If you sign after the summer league, it's too late.

For example, Howard, the No. 1 pick this year, announced a three-year, 30 million endorsement contract with Adidas one week before the draft.

For major sporting goods companies, signing rookies, especially lottery picks, must be done by grabbing them.

Because you don’t know who among these young people will become the next “big hit”.

As long as you can bet on one of them, the rewards will be immeasurable.

Therefore, major sporting goods companies are adopting the strategy of casting a wide net to recruit rookies, especially lottery rookies.

I would rather sign a bunch of wrong things than let go of a right one.

There are always risks when sports brands sign rookies, and the risks are always very high.

But the competition is too fierce, so you have to spend money even if you take risks.

Reebok's stock market plummeted last year because it failed to acquire Akron's favorite.

Of course, it must be said that Reebok did not take any action at that time. They were closer to Mousse than Nike.

But in the end, Reebok discovered that they were being used as a tool to raise prices.

It’s simply shrimp and pig heart.

"Well, time is indeed a bit tight. After all, you are very popular. Don't worry, I will give you a few days off before the summer league. Then you can have fun with your family.

But now, we have to resolve the sneaker contract matter.

Frankly speaking, I want to create an atmosphere where you are very popular.

You negotiated with Nike the day after the draft. Do you think Adidas and Reebok would be anxious? And then come to you with a bigger contract?"

After hearing Schwartz's explanation, Wayne smiled.

Sure enough, agents are the best liars in the world.

Schwartz is indeed kind, but then again, how can he lie to people if he is not kind?

This game is set up, and it is interconnected.

"Well, I'll follow your arrangements in the past few days, Mr. Schwartz."

"Just call me Jeff, Wayne. By the way, regarding your first sneaker contract... do you have any psychological expectations?"

Schwartz's question made Wayne stop swearing.

He has been involved in such large projects that can easily cost tens of millions.

And sneaker contracts, unlike NBA contracts, can basically be guessed.

The gap between sneaker contracts between different people is beyond imagination.

James signed with Nike for 90 million in 7 years last year. This price is sky-high even in 2020.

Also the No. 1 pick, this year's Howard only has 30 million in three years.

Is there anything lower? Of course there is. Simmons, who was guarded by Jenner in the future, only made 12 million in five years when he signed with Nike.

Yao Ming, who has the Chinese market and the status of No. 1 pick, signed with Reebok for 50 million in 7 years.

You see, the four top picks, the quotes they received are all very different.

There is no standard for sneaker contracts, and it's not like the NBA which has various restrictions.

As long as you have money, you can spend as much money as you want.

"Well...how much do you think I can sign?" Wayne, who had no clue, could only push the question back to Schwartz.

"Well... I'll try my best to get you almost as good as this year's No. 1 pick." Schwartz showed a confident smile.
Chapter completed!