However, Tang Tian didn't like the Big Three, and it wasn't just because he personally disliked teaming up; he was more worried about the future of the team.

The Big Three needed to mesh together, whether it was the Heat's Big Three, the Cavaliers' Big Three, or even the Rockets' Big Three and the Lakers' Big Three. Problems would arise during the meshing process, and the result would always be 1+1+1<3.

Because everyone was a superstar, someone had to sacrifice ball possession and status, and the sacrifice would result in losing not only personal data but also money.

The NBA was a commercial league, and money was definitely the top priority for players. Nothing could be lost except money.

So no matter how big the gimmick of teaming up was, it would definitely end in a breakup in the end.

To put it bluntly, it was like quenching thirst with poison, seeking quick success and instant benefits.

Of course, Tang Tian didn't object without his own reasons. He had always been giving advice to the management, not really acting as the general manager of the Pelicans.

He wouldn't stop the team from having the opportunity to strengthen itself.

And most importantly, he had absolute confidence in his own strength. After all, Jordan was still Jordan even with Pippen by his side.

The free market entered its fourth day, and even most of the rotation and role players had already settled down.

It was at this time that Woj's disciple, Shams, exposed a message that Hayward was getting very close to the Pelicans. The Pelicans and the Jazz had a high chance of reaching a sign-and-trade deal. The main reason for promoting this deal was the Pelicans' coach Stevens. The two sides were likely to start cooperating again after the NCAA.

In February of this year, Adrian.wojnarowski, the most well-known sports reporter in the NBA, also known to fans as Woj, transferred to ESPN.

Yahoo's number one reporter also changed from Woj to his former disciple Shams.Charania.

Like the fierce free market, the news battle was also in full swing.

Although Woj had been crushing Shams most of the time this year, Shams had seized the initiative this time.

After this news was exposed, it immediately caused another burst of heated discussion among fans on social media.

"George, Butler, Hayward, are these three top small forwards competing for the Pelicans' starting small forward?!"

"The temptation of the dynasty is too great! And if the Pelicans can get one of them, the certainty of the dynasty will explode!"

"I don't think George and Butler have much of a chance. The Pacers won't let George have his way, and the Mavericks can't possibly make their main competitors stronger. On the other hand, Hayward is a free agent and can be directly traded one-for-one."

"Holiday + Tang + Hayward + Davis + Jokic, this lineup is scary enough! I think the league is really going to end this time!" A comment from Harrell's fans.

"Agree, no one wants to watch an NBA without suspense!" A comment from Forbes' fans.

"It's okay! Didn't you guys say the same thing when Durant went to the Warriors? It didn't end either!"

"I think this is difficult to stop. There are reasons to deal with George and Butler, but there is basically no chance for Hayward."

"It's over, the league is over!"

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When one star after another jumped out and said they wanted to go to the Pelicans, fans increasingly felt that the Pelicans' dynasty was irreversible.

Even because the Pelicans completed consecutive championships and replaced the Warriors as the public enemy of fans, most people's fans began to be dissatisfied with Tatum.

Just like Stern to James at the beginning, and Xiao Hua to the Warriors, now fans also feel that Tatum is no different to Tang Tian and the Pelicans than the initial situation.

In such voices, the free market entered its fifth day after opening.

Hayward was closely linked to the Pelicans, and among the group of big-name free agents, only Kemba Walker, who jumped out of his contract, remained.

According to Woj's revelation, the Hornets' contract renewal negotiations with Walker have stalled. There is a relatively large difference between the two sides in the amount of the contract. After most teams have completed their lineup additions, it is expected that Walker will have difficulty getting a 4-year maximum salary contract.

Walker's current situation is very awkward.

After playing the peak season of his career last year, theoretically speaking, as the Hornets' top player for the past six years, a maximum salary renewal is a certainty.

Because he didn't trigger the Rose Rule, his 5-year contract only needs 5 years of 160 million, which is a completely reasonable price in the current free market.

However, the Hornets' management and Walker's negotiations have been stalled.

Jordan's attitude makes it seem difficult for both sides to reach such a contract.

And other teams are also skeptical about Walker's strength. After all, Walker's height is there, and they are also worried that Walker is just an explosion in the contract year.

Tang Tian didn't pay attention to Walker because he was on vacation and a bunch of people wanted to say they were coming to the Pelicans. He thought Walker had signed early too.

It wasn't until Woj broke the news that he noticed.

His first reaction was that Jordan was indeed a pit, and this was his attitude towards the team's top player for 6 years.

Comparing it with the Lakers, Trail Blazers, and even the Rockets, the difference is not just a little bit.

And this pit is not only emotional, but also a huge pit in terms of business.

Charlotte's ball market is not much different from the previous New Orleans. To put it bluntly, no stars are willing to come to such a place.

The best example of this is Cleveland in history. Even if James returned to win the championship, no stars were willing to come.

This is not even a question of whether the team's record is good or bad.

The same situation can be proven in the Pelicans. After winning the championship last year, they still played single-core or double-core basketball.

This year, there are stars willing to come. On the one hand, it is the temptation of the dynasty, and on the other hand, Tang Tian's existence has opened up the ball market, not only locally but also overseas.

In other words, although New Orleans is still a relatively small city, the ball market has been supported a lot.

So for the Hornets, even if Walker is not worth the maximum salary in their eyes, they have to renew the maximum salary, because if Walker leaves, no one will come, and the Hornets will be finished.

There is also a final level. If you, Jordan, have such an attitude towards the team's soul, other players will be even less willing to go to Charlotte.

This is also a very important reason why Tang Tian didn't notice Walker, because the Hornets didn't seem to have any reason not to renew the contract.

But things have come to this point, Tang Tian took the initiative to call Walker and helped him analyze how to go next.

At this time in the free market, there are not many teams with enough salary cap space.

Of the teams that are still left, there are only four teams: the Celtics, the Lakers, the 76ers, and the Wizards.

Tang Tian's suggestion to Walker was to let his agent contact them all. A 4-year maximum salary is the best result. If it can't be achieved, then sign a 1+1 contract.

Tang Tian knows Walker's strength. He can't reach the strength of a super maximum salary, but a maximum salary is still possible.

Walker did as Tang Tian said, and he soon got results.