Owen returned to Cleveland that night after dinner.

He wouldn't announce his departure from the Cavaliers tomorrow, but he had made up his mind and needed to do a lot of preparation.

At 2 p.m. the next day, the NBA free agency market officially opened.

As in previous years, the moment the door opened, various signings directly bombarded fans' eyeballs.

Compared to the fans who couldn't get news before and could only line up for a hospital bed, there was now so much news that they couldn't keep up.

Curry and the Warriors reached a 5-year, $201 million contract extension;

Durant and the Warriors reached a 2-year, $53 million contract extension;

Iguodala and the Warriors reached a 2-year, $36 million contract extension;

Livingston and the Warriors reached a 2-year, $18 million contract extension;

Millsap joined the Nuggets for 3 years and $90 million;

Nowitzki continued to opt out of his contract and signed a 2-year, $10 million contract with the Mavericks;

The Clippers signed Gallinari for 3 years and $65 million;

Harden and the Rockets reached a 6-year, $228 million early contract extension;

Mills and the Spurs reached a 4-year, $50 million contract extension;

Ibaka and the Raptors reached a 3-year, $65 million contract extension;

The Kings signed George Hill for 3 years and $57 million;

The Hawks re-signed Bazemore for 4 years and $71 million;

The Timberwolves signed Jeff Teague for 3 years and $57 million;

…

Fans who had been holding back for a week were finally released on this day.

"5 million a year, Dirk 'Doesn't Want Money' Nowitzki."

"I don't believe that Old Driver and Cuban don't have some kind of affection, the Mavericks are going to reach the top in the new season!"

"You have to ask the Warriors and Pelicans if they agree."

"Aren't there still the Cavaliers? Speaking of which, the Cavaliers and Warriors have retained their original lineups, are they going to go head-to-head with the Pelicans for another year?"

"Pelicans fans: I heard you haven't changed, very good, our dynasty is stable!"

"Since the new labor agreement took effect, money is just a number. In the past, the starting salary for the top salary was more than 10 million, and now more than 10 million is not enough to sign a role player."

"On this point, you can't deny Xiao Hua's contribution to the league. If it wasn't for that incident before, I think the players would be very grateful to Xiao Hua."

"By the way, how is Xiao Hua's depression? In theory, Tatum is still just the acting president, right? If Xiao Hua recovers, can he continue to be the president?"

"Who knows about that, but in theory, it's possible."

"Speaking of which, it's a bit ironic, the Spurs re-signed Mills for 4 years and $50 million, they weren't willing to give Tang a 4-year, $44 million contract back then..."

"That's a bit heartbreaking, brother! But let's not talk about it, Holt's heart isn't good, he won't be able to take it if he sees it."

"Times have changed, no one knew that the salary cap would rise like this, let alone Mills, Teague and Hill's contracts are almost 20 million."

"My Hawks are going to start rebuilding again, Teague, Millsap, Horford, Korver, the former f4 All-Stars are all gone."

"It seems that the league's格局 (geju, landscape) will be similar to last season? By the way, why is there still no news about George? Is he going to the Pelicans or not!"

"Same question, I really want to see how the Pelicans with George will be able to defend their title? How about 80 wins?"

"You're thinking too much, I don't think the Pacers will let George get his wish, and now the president is Tatum, and his style is very similar to Stern's, he won't allow such a trade to happen."

"Tangled, this damn free market, update the news quickly!"

…

The free agency market opened, and signings came one after another, but there were still many free agents who had not reached an agreement with teams.

For example, big-name players such as James, Hayward, Griffin, Lowry, and Walker have no news yet.

The free agency market, which seems calm and without too many surprises, is still surging with undercurrents.

Just when fans were eagerly waiting for new signings, a piece of news broke by Woj shocked everyone.

Including Tang Tian.

According to Woj, Butler has requested a trade from the Mavericks management, and specified the Pelicans as his next home!

This news was even more explosive than George's before.

Because the Mavericks were still fifth in the West last season, with a five-star lineup, and Butler was also selected for the All-Defensive First Team and All-NBA Second Team!

Of course, the most important thing is, it's also the Pelicans!

Everyone knows that the Pelicans need to strengthen their small forward position, and they're all drilling towards the Pelicans!

It's even very interesting that George and Butler are competing!

Fans on social media exploded again, truly one wave after another.

"Tang's brotherhood basketball!"

"Why not sign Walker too! Bitter practice brothers combine!"

"You're really a talent, I would love you to be the general manager of the Pelicans!"

"Walker is impossible, the Pelicans don't have the space, and they already have Holiday, but I think Butler is really good, more reliable than George!"

"Yes, Butler is not only Tang's brother, but also a fanboy! Every time Tang has negative news, he is the first to come out and support him, and he has also said many times in the media that Tang is his idol and role model!"

"That's right, so there won't be any problems with ball possession and integration, and the Pelicans' strength will be greatly enhanced!"

"And Butler is very tough in the playoffs, much tougher than George, that's the most important thing!"

"Come on, come on, George isn't enough, let's have another Butler, Demps, give it your best, you have to get one!"

"There won't be enough beds again, nurses add water! This damn offseason!"

…

Fans were hotly discussing on social media, and Tang Tian was a little overwhelmed after hearing the news.

Although there were already conflicts between Butler and Carlisle last season, it wasn't enough to break them up.

And also wanting to come to the Pelicans, Owen had said hello to him in advance, and even made a special trip to New Orleans.

But Butler didn't say anything.

This was obviously a bit unreasonable. When it comes to relationships, among the bitter practice brothers, besides Walker, Butler had the best relationship with him.

Just as Tang Tian was wondering, his phone rang.

He picked it up and saw that it was Butler calling.

"Tang, I'm going to New Orleans!"

As soon as he opened his mouth, Butler's tone was full of excitement.

"Why didn't you say hello to me beforehand?"

Tang Tian asked with a hint of reproach.

"I'm sorry, but I know that if I said hello, you definitely wouldn't let me do that."

Butler was very frank with Tang Tian.

Tang Tian couldn't refute for a moment. Indeed, he didn't like team-up basketball. If he had known in advance, he definitely wouldn't have let Butler do that.

Butler still understood him better than Owen.

"Can you tell me the reason?"

Tang Tian continued to ask.

"I know from the Dallas management that they want to trade me away."

"What?"

This answer was something Tang Tian never expected. He thought that Butler was impulsive under the intensification of the conflict between Butler and Carlisle.