Well, it should be worth more than Curry’s autographed star card from his rookie season that sold for 5.9 million.

After signing, Lin Ying and Durant turned and left together.

Why don't you ask what the child's name is?

Pointless.

If Lin Ying feels familiar, he will probably play in the NBA later.

Then one day in the future, when this little boy really enters the NBA, you will naturally know who he is.

Just like Tatum in history.

After he entered the NBA, he didn't even have to say it himself. Photos of him and Kobe Bryant when he was a child were found out.

Entering the player tunnel, Durant did not go back to the locker room with Lin Ying. Springman came with a few people.

They are here to find Durant.

He didn't look like a scout or anything, and if he was, Springman wouldn't have brought him here.

Lin Ying went back to the locker room first.

The more attention the team will receive after the three crazy games, the more attention the players will receive. Naturally, the attention will also increase.

A super popular rookie like Durant will do many other things besides scouting.

For example, it was on the cover of ESPN before.

Of course, Lin Ying was not idle either.

Not long after he sat in the locker room, Yang Yi came over to him with a smile.

All the NCAA materials in the "Basketball Pioneer News" now rely on his mouth.

Lin Ying had no objection.

This is actually related to his previous experience.

Although he had a bad life in his previous life, it is undeniable that the environment he was in was good.

Especially during the epidemic, compared with foreign countries, the domestic environment can be regarded as a paradise.

Why do you love your country?

This is a question with many answers.

But as far as Lin Ying is concerned, it is not only because of the land where he was born, but also because the country can give you the greatest and best sense of security.

Therefore, he did not complain about his country because of his own experience, because there are too many factors that determine an individual's fate.

On the contrary, he is very patriotic.

So he knew why Yang Yi was so active, but who could not be selfish?

On the premise that selfishness does not affect things developing in a good direction, there is no reason to refuse.

And given his character, he also longs for recognition from more people.

After Yang Yi's interview ended, Durant came back after a while.

At this time, everyone else had already returned to the hotel one after another, and only he and Durant were left in the locker room.

"The people who came to me just now are from Nike."

Durant said with a smile after sitting down.

The NCAA season is not over yet, and players are not allowed to have contact with sponsors in principle.

But rules are dead and people are alive.

As long as the other party doesn't tell them directly who they are, who knows who they are?

If everyone really followed the rules honestly, there wouldn't be so many messy scandals.

What's more, the NCAA is essentially exploiting college students.

But this is also the reason why Durant dares to say it now, because he and Lin Ying are the only ones in the locker room.

It can be seen that he is quite happy.

This is normal. Nike is the largest sneaker brand in the United States.

After Lin Ying finished speaking, he stood up and went to the door to check that no one was there, then closed the door again.

"Are you going to sign?"

he asked next.

"No, no, you know me, New Balance is the only shoe I will sign."

Durant immediately shook his head in denial.

The first pair of shoes he wore to play basketball were from New Balance, and the ones he wears now are also from New Balance.

New Balance is his favorite.

This is indeed Durant's style.

Here is a little bit of trivia: New Balance sneakers are not many, but they have been around for a long time.

James Worthy once wore New Balance sneakers in the NBA.

Of course, another important reason why Durant loves New Balance is his big feet.

New Balance's sneakers are big enough and have round toes, so they fit him well.

After hearing what Durant said, Lin Ying couldn't help but feel curious.

Historically, Durant seems to have signed with Nike as soon as he entered the league, right?

But listening to Durant's current attitude, it is New Balance.

Is it because Nike pays more?

Or will something special happen?

Curiosity is the cause, but the answer may not be known until you enter the NBA.

"Ying, what brand of shoes are you going to sign?"

Durant suddenly turned his head and asked Lin Ying.

For athletes, in addition to salary, the other major source of income is endorsements.

Among the endorsements, the biggest one is undoubtedly the sneaker endorsement.

Look at the dividends that Boss Joe received from Nike after he retired, it is the kind that will definitely make people jealous!

That is also the source of Barkley's saying, "You can be handsome even if you have 300 to 400 million yuan."

It is impossible for Jordan to have that much money just from his salary income from playing basketball.

Of course, that also has the nature of the times in it.

At that time, Nike was just starting out and would distribute dividends to Jordan's shares.

But now? It’s impossible for James to give it.

"Nike? Adidas? Reebok? Or sign with me for New Balance?"

Seeing that Lin Ying didn't answer immediately, Durant immediately asked.

Just like the little boy who signed his autograph just now, he also wanted to "get into the water" with him this time.

He has even thought about it. There are no people to endorse New Balance sneakers. Then he will see if he can imitate Jordan and ask for stock dividends or something.

Well, that's a pretty good idea.

However, Lin Ying's reaction was completely different from what Durant had imagined.

Lin Ying shook his head directly!

Good guy, I don’t want to choose any of these.

"Kevin, I haven't thought about that yet."

However, Lin Ying's next answer was more truthful.

There are many different situations for NBA players to sign contracts for sneakers, and even the types of sneaker endorsements they sign can be divided into several types.

For a rookie like Durant to become popular, there is a high probability that he signed a long-term contract before entering the league.

But it's still very difficult for him to sign.

Of course, it is not ruled out that because of his Chinese identity, he will get a sneaker contract.

"Sooner or later, I have to sign it. Let's talk about it quickly."

Durant asked.

Seeing Durant asking again, Lin Ying knew it would be impossible if he didn't give an answer today.

He thought for a while and finally gave his answer:
Chapter completed!