At the top level, his value is around US$12 million, but his contract is regressive and has been fulfilled with the Celtics for two years.

So combining these three points, plus the trade exception and draft picks obtained by the Nets, this is a return that Walken Dean can accept.

Of course, this is without opening your eyes.

This is also the reason why Lin Yinghui frowned.

Because he knew that in history, Crabbe was waived before the 70 million contract was fulfilled due to injuries, and then disappeared from the NBA.

Although Crabbe's resume is different from that in history and he may not necessarily suffer similar injuries, he is more likely to be cheated this time.

But then again, after all, it is Dean Walken who manages the Nets, not Lin Ying.

Without opening your inner eye, this transaction may not necessarily make a profit, but it will certainly not result in a loss.

Moreover, all the way through Walken Dean’s journey, the basic transactions were positive, which is already very rare.

It would be strange if you didn't miss it once or twice.

After putting down the phone, Lin Ying put Crabbe down temporarily, and then thought of someone.

He picked up the phone and dialed back.

It took a while for the other party to pick up the phone.

"Hey, Lin."

Kobe's familiar voice came from the other end of the phone, mixed with the sound of waves crashing on the table.

"Hey, Kobe, where are you now?"

Lin Ying asked with a smile.

"I was in South Africa, with my family, and we were watching the sunset on the beach. You don't know, the sunset here can be so beautiful."

Kobe's words were full of happiness, and even from such a long distance, Lin Ying could feel it.

He originally wanted to ask Kobe what he thought and whether he wanted to return to the Nets and continue playing for another season.

But knowing that Kobe was traveling abroad and the state he was in when he spoke, he already knew Kobe's choice.

"Then you must remember to take photos and share them with me. If it is like what you said, I will go back to see it with Taylor and Xiaolin Yi."

Lin Ying replied with a smile.

"You don't need to take pictures. Photos can't fully show the beauty of this place. You must come here. Not only the sunset, but also the scenery here is like a painting."

Kobe's tone of voice showed that he really liked it there.

"Okay, I will definitely go, then you should enjoy the sunset first and don't miss it."

Lin Ying said with a smile.

Kobe's hearty laughter came from the other end of the phone, but he didn't hang up.

"Forest."

After the laughter stopped, Kobe's tone became gentler.

"What's wrong?"

Lin Ying listened to the silence for a while and was about to hang up. Suddenly he heard Kobe's voice again, and he was full of doubts.

"I actually don't know how to tell you, especially after hearing that Kevin left the Nets...but I know what I have to tell you. My family is everything to me now, and I am ready to bid farewell to my playing career."

……sorry……"

Kobe paused a bit when he said this, and Lin Ying could completely feel his tangled emotions.

In particular, Kobe highlighted Durant's departure. At this time, he should continue to play for another year to help Lin Ying.

"Hey, Kobe, don't say you're sorry. You'll make me blame myself. It would be surprising if a 40-year-old guy said he wants to continue playing. Stay with Vanessa and the kids.

Life is bigger than basketball, you know that."

Kobe's hearty laughter came from the other end.

After a few more pleasantries, Lin Ying hung up the phone with Kobe.

Durant's trade, Kobe's decision, and the departure of some core players, it seems that next season will be the most difficult season for him since joining the Nets.

However, his feeling is the same as before. Only when there is a challenge can he be motivated.

If the Nets are still as strong as before and can play for another year or two at most, he will definitely have the same emotions as Jordan and lose interest in the Nets sport.

But now, everything has become something he is looking forward to again.

"Huh~"

He took a long breath and put down his phone, stood up and continued to devote himself to training.

South Africa and other events will probably be postponed. He must go all out to prepare for the game now. Only in this way can he find opportunities in such a challenging season.

…

"Kevin Durant is awesome, I love him so much!"

At James' mansion in Los Angeles, James was eating a taco with one hand and excitedly said to the rich Paul in front of him.

The collapse of the dynasty all started from within. Durant actually chose to leave, and Durant was willing to leave!

To be honest, he completely understands Durant's brain circuit, and even thinks that guy is an out-and-out idiot.

But like he said, he loves this idiot now.

Because of this idiot, the strength of the Nets has plummeted. Now let alone comparing with the Lakers, there is a question mark whether they can break out of the Eastern Conference.

"He even went to Charlotte and became Lin Ying's biggest rival. I think as long as he doesn't get kicked in the head by a donkey, there is a problem between them."

Rich Paul also spoke in agreement.

James thought for a moment, nodded, and then continued to laugh loudly.

"No matter what happened to them, they are finished. Next season will be our season and no one can stop us anymore!"

After James finished laughing, he couldn't hide the heroic feeling in his heart.

"No, it's not just next season, your time has come, my king."

Rich Paul looked attentive, and he even imitated those classic European royal moves, holding a sword flower in his arms, and then saluted James.

For a moment, crazy laughter came from James' mansion, which did not subside for a long time.
Chapter completed!