This is a luxurious dining table, as long as a royal dining table in the European Middle Ages.

In the middle of the table, a variety of delicacies were placed.

Roast the phoenix and cook the dragon, eight delicacies and jade food;

Fragrant and delicious.

There were even a lot of Chinese food there, right in front of Lin Ying.

Kroenke, you have a heart.

Anthony was sitting opposite Lin Ying.

Obviously, the purpose of this meal was that Kroenke wanted the two of them to settle their differences.

After having a drink with Iverson before, although she felt a little disconnected after waking up, Lin Ying still knew some things.

For example, Iverson's expectations for the Nuggets to win the championship.

So he is actually not opposed to reconciling with Anthony.

Husband and wife still need to get along, let alone teammates in a business alliance.

If you have to hold on to some contradictions, then many champions in NBA history will have to be replaced.

And from a profit perspective, if he can win the championship, his personal influence will be greatly improved.

So the key still lies with Anthony.

Anthony's condition seemed to be better than before, and the feeling when meeting his eyes was gone.

It seems that what Warken Dean said before is true.

Several people quickly started eating.

Kroenke didn't mention anything about basketball, he just talked to them about food and some interesting experiences in Europe.

It felt like inviting them over for a meal.

But at the end of the conversation, he brought up the acquisition of Arsenal.

Originally this kind of thing was a secret, but it was done and he didn't seem to have any worries.

"They wanted me to become a shareholder. Their original intention was to restrict the Russians."

As Kroenke spoke, they also roughly understood how Kroenke did it.

Originally Arsenal's second largest shareholder was the wealthy Russian businessman Usmanov, who had always wanted to become Arsenal's largest shareholder and eventually took full control.

In order to fight against Usmanov, Kroenke began his acquisition journey after being recommended by a friend.

He bought a lot of shares, but cleverly just a little less than the Russians.

Then the Russians have always been the number one enemy of other shareholders, and he also took advantage of this and formed a "Kenke Alliance."

Once you get to know each other, you'll start eating other people's shares.

Soon, he successfully overtook Usmanov and became the largest shareholder, and quickly increased his shareholding to 60%.

It was too late for others to react.

Because they found that even if they added Usmanov's shares, they could not beat Kroenke.

According to the current development, it is only a matter of time before Kroenke becomes the sole shareholder.

Even if Arsenal fans are unwilling to accept that the Premier League team is completely controlled by foreigners, the movement of capital has made it irreversible.

"Mello has been in Denver for many years, but last season was the first time he reached the second round of the playoffs, and that was only Lin's rookie season. Normal people can see what a good combination you two are."

After talking about his European experience, Kroenke began to introduce the topic.

"So why did problems arise between you in just the second year? Haven't you ever thought that someone might be causing trouble and don't want to see the Nuggets rise so fast?"

And his next words also explained why he wanted to use Arsenal as an example.

This is an analogy to how he disrupted the other shareholders of Arsenal. Naturally, opponents may also disrupt the Nuggets in the same way.

Lin Ying was stunned for a moment.

Anthony was also thoughtful.

"Have you ever thought about what the problem is between you two?

Data question? The Nuggets can score at least 100 points in a game. Isn’t that enough for the two of you?

Status issue? Lin never said he wanted to be the boss of the Nuggets, right?

Question about playing style? I don’t know how there is any conflict between a person who likes to pass and a person who likes to score.

So, don’t you really think that someone deliberately said something in your ears and caused problems between you?”

Anthony was thinking, as if recalling whether there was such a person.

In the end, he actually...

Nod!

Um, that can’t really be the case, right?

Lin Ying felt a little incredible.

But soon, he came around the bend.

Kroenke's words selectively avoided the fact that Iverson was still there before.

If it was just him and Anthony, there shouldn't be any problems as he said.

And people have a subconscious mind.

Although I don’t know what Walken Dean did, he did convince Anthony.

Now that Kroenke says this again, Anthony will easily think this way subconsciously.

For example, people around you may say: Melo, I think it might be good for you to run without the ball.

Now what Anthony imagines becomes: Melo, you have to run without the ball now!

Memory is not a gramophone. Especially for people like Anthony who receive a lot of information every day, it is impossible to remember every detail.

"So there's actually someone behind it, right? I know Jerry Buss, that's the trick he would use."

Kroenke continued.

Anthony nodded vigorously, and he also remembered that there was someone around him who had connections with the Lakers.

The two chatted for a few more words. The more Anthony thought about it, the more he was right, and his mood was already rising.

"Mr. Kroenke, Lin and I have no problems before, we will win the championship!"

In the end, Anthony was full of pride.

"If that day comes, I will erect a statue for you!"

Kroenke looked at Anthony and looked very excited.

The Nuggets have yet to win a championship, and have not even made it to the Finals. This statement is well-founded and convincing.

Anthony was in high spirits.

It was the same as Durant's reaction back then.

Erecting a statue is a priceless honor for the players!

Lin Ying turned around and glanced at Kroenke at this time, with some fear in his eyes.

This wave of conflicts shifted, blaming Bass, and backhanding the statue, all in one go.

And don't tell me, he became a little convinced after hearing it.

In fact, the source of the so-called contradiction is Anthony.

Once Anthony is dealt with, the Nuggets can continue to play.

This meal was more like a reassurance for Anthony.

After dinner, Kroenke left Lin Ying alone, saying that he was going to China in a few days and wanted to consult with him.

Consultation is real consultation, but it is not the key to keeping Lin Ying.

Kroenke had something to say privately to Lin Ying alone.

"Lin, I regard you as important as Mello."

Kroenke looked sincere.

"I have seen your performance in the Olympics. You have talent that is not inferior to Melo, and you have every chance to grow into the core of the team.

This is why I would rather send AI away than keep you. I believe you and Melo can bring Denver the first championship in team history."

…

After leaving Kroenke's manor, Lin Ying was thoughtful.

He believed only half of what Kroenke said in private.
To be continued...