In downtown Indianapolis, halfway between Deville and Spania Streets, lies a building of some high status in Indianapolis, the Banker's Living Arena.

It's a place where Indianapolis people are proud, people in other cities are afraid, and Antetokounmpo vents his anger.

By this time, the outside of the Banker's Life Arena had become empty. But just an hour and a half ago, it was bustling with people. Because the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers game was just held here.

This game is considered a preview of this season's Eastern Conference Finals. At the beginning of the season, the Pacers defeated the Cavaliers. But this time, the Knights led by James have completed their revenge.

They scored 132 points at the Bankers Living Arena! Without a doubt, this is the most points conceded by the Pacers in nearly six years. The 15-point margin was also the worst loss for the Pacers this season.

The reason why this game played like this was not because the Cavaliers really crushed the Pacers, nor because the Pacers were careless.

In fact, the Pacers' players were all very good today. Paul, George and Antetokounmpo all scored 20 points. Oladipo's 16 points also caused a lot of problems for the Cavaliers.

But all because of Kyle. Korver is a role player.

He only played 26 points today, and he efficiently scored a game-high 29 points. He made 12 shots in the whole game and only conceded 2 goals. The scariest thing is that outside the three-point line, Korver is shooting 8-of-9 today!

Today's Korver is more lethal than James and Irving. So actually, the Pacers' loss in this game is not normal at all.

But Antetokounmpo doesn't care about this, losing is losing, and no matter how he loses, Antetokounmpo is not happy.

On the empty training ground, he would replay every scene of the game he had just played, re-throwing every basketball that had just popped out of the frame into the basket, and dismantling every defense that had just been undecipherable.

Antetokounmpo explained in an interview that he likes to practice this behavior after a loss: "I really get angry after a bad game, and I'm afraid that if I go straight home, those anger will never go away." So stay and practice, that's how I dispel my anger. ”

Antetokounmpo often did this kind of post-match "self-punishment" directly on the playing field, and that was when he once lost to Chris. Paul learned there. But now, he's doing it even more dramatically than Paul.

He always wondered if he had been quicker in his defense of Korver, maybe that guy wouldn't have made as many three-pointers.

That's Antetokounmpo, and that's why he's been able to grow from a little transparent to a superstar.

So when Henson came out of his office and walked into the gym at half-past eleven, he wasn't surprised at all to see Antetokounmpo practicing. Antetokounmpo's highest record is when he leaves the gym at 3 a.m. If it weren't for Henson's explicit prohibition and strict supervision, this guy would probably do this kind of thing often.

"Almost, Janis. As I told you, anything that is too much is not a good thing. ”

Hearing Henson's voice, Antetokounmpo immediately stopped what he was doing. From his expression, it is not difficult to see the look of surprise.

"Boss, I thought you were gone." Antetokounmpo scratched his head, his jersey was completely soaked with sweat.

"I originally wanted to leave, but I was afraid that you would practice until the early hours of the morning, so I came to take a look."

"Hehe, don't worry. I promised you that I would never leave so late again. Antetokounmpo, who was still full of anger just now, looked like a child in front of Henson.

To be exact, he was a child. Don't look at Antetokounmpo has been playing in the NBA for several years, but he is only 22 years old now.

"Today's game...... It's good that you're not to blame, but sometimes, it's wise to take all the blame on yourself. I'd rather see you put that energy on the pitch than against yourself. Do you understand what I mean? ”

"Of course, sir. Let's go, I'll leave with you. Next time we go to Cleveland, I won't let you down. ”

"Hmm...... By the way, Janis, in fact, I came to you tonight to discuss something with you. ”

"Discuss? Hahahaha, what to discuss, if there is something you say directly, I will do it. Antetokounmpo opened his mouth cheerfully.

"Pascal. Siakam is the guy who only transferred from the Raptors last month. I hope you can give him more pointers, he's a great lad but very unconfident in himself. When training, take care of yourself. ”

"That's it?" Antetokounmpo's smile still hung on his face.

"That's it."

"Okay, I'll keep an eye on him."

"I'm kidding you, Janis. Actually, what I really want to say is," Henson took a deep breath, "Bird and I have decided to renew your contract early. Moreover, it is the renewal of the contract with the highest salary. Janis, you're about to become a billionaire. ”

After Henson finished speaking, the expression on Antetokounmpo's face froze.

"You say...... Early renewal? ”

"That's right, early renewal. Rest assured, we'll get you a contract with the highest salary. Worth $106 million, you're now one of the league's top stars. ”

Antetokounmpo swallowed, and his mind suddenly remembered his life.

was deported again and again in Greece, and on the streets of Greece, he made a living by setting up stalls. In the United States, you used to have to sleep in a gymnasium...... But it is precisely because of this life that Antetokounmpo learned to work hard.

And now, he has succeeded. He was enough to buy a three-story villa in Indianapolis and take care of his family, as well as his future children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren......

Without warning, Antetokounmpo hugged Henson.

Antetokounmpo's reaction when he heard that he was about to extend his contract at the highest salary was a little different from what Henson had imagined......

At noon the next day, Antetokounmpo's chief manager, Jeff. Austin came to Bird's office as promised to discuss a contract extension with the Pacers.

It's a discussion, but in Henson's view, this renewal may not actually require a manager to come forward at all. After all, both sides are very eager to continue working with each other. Antetokounmpo already has feelings for Indianapolis, and the Pacers are making a sincere offer.

Can negotiate the process of the sink, Jeff. Austin said unexpectedly, "I and Janis agree on the renewal of the contract." But in terms of the price of the contract renewal, Janis and I felt that there was room for negotiation. ”

Hearing this, Henson's eyes widened instantly. Could it be that Austin still wants a lion to open his mouth?

"Haha, don't get me wrong," Austin obviously saw the change in Henson's expression, so he quickly explained, "The so-called price change is not to increase the price, but to reduce the price." Antetokounmpo told me this morning that he is willing to take a $6 million pay cut to free up some space for the Pacers. Therefore, the price of our renewal is not 106 million for 4 years, but 100 million for 4 years. ”

Austin smiled, knowing full well that if the Pacers hadn't recommended Antetokounmpo to his manager, he wouldn't have had such a big client. So when Antetokounmpo proposed a pay cut, Austin also agreed.

Although Austen is an assumed sinister and cunning manager, he has always believed in two words: courtesy and gratitude.

Upon hearing Austin's explanation, Henson let out a sigh of relief. He had to admit that he had just been scared.

Willing to take a $6 million pay cut, that's not a small amount. When Henson first started as head coach, he didn't have a salary of $6 million all year round, and the amount he actually got after deducting taxes was even rarer.

Therefore, Antetokounmpo's willingness to take the initiative to take such a salary cut really makes Henson feel relieved and moved.

and Leonard and Jimmy. Butler is different, Antetokounmpo is now a Polis with corn-yellow blood in his veins.

At noon that day, under the filming of several invited journalists, Antetokounmpo signed his name on the contract. For the next four years, his talent will belong to Indianapolis.

Just ten minutes later, the news of Antetokounmpo's four-year, $100 million early extension with the Pacers spread across the United States.

There is no doubt that while some people are admiring, there will certainly be doubts.

But Henson believes that Antetoquint will use his actions to silence everyone.