Chapter 157 Underestimate Your Enemy

Seeing the expression in Durant's eyes, Tang Tian knew the deal was practically done.

Even though he had transmigrated, what he could rely on wasn't just the kryptonite system; his verbal skills were also incredibly powerful.

"I need some time to consider," Durant said.

He admitted that Tang Tian had moved him, but he still felt it was too quick to decide now.

And there was another layer that Tang Tian hadn't mentioned but that he would consider.

The Pelicans were already labeled with Tang Tian's name, and his performance there would inevitably be compared to Tang Tian.

If he didn't perform well, it was hard to say that those Pelicans fans Tang Tian mentioned wouldn't criticize him like the Warriors and Lakers fans.

So his response to Tang Tian and Demps was the same as his response to Jeanie Buss and Johnson.

He needed time to consider, and he also needed time to meet with other teams interested in him.

"I finally know why I could never beat you," Tang Tian suddenly said.

Durant's expression changed abruptly after hearing this.

"You're too indecisive and nitpicky," Tang Tian continued, speaking the truth.

Durant's genuine personality was a good thing, but this hesitant nature wasn't.

Take Yuan Shao from the distant Three Kingdoms period, he didn't have a good ending.

Closer to home, James realized after "The Decision 1" and "The Decision 2" that going to the Lakers was a decisive move.

Durant was a bit angry, but that anger was stuck in his throat, unable to be released.

Because what Tang Tian said was the truth.

The truth is always harsh.

"If you weren't happy next to Curry, and you weren't as successful as you wanted next to James, then it can only mean you're suitable to be the team leader, and is there a place more suitable than New Orleans right now?" Tang Tian continued.

If he was his own player, he might have wanted to slap him right now.

Durant was stunned.

These words, again, struck a chord in his heart.

The main reason he left the Thunder was because Donovan had established Westbrook as the team leader.

He cared about how others saw him and enjoyed the cheers, and all of that was inseparable from his status on the team.

"I've said everything I need to say. We won't give you time to consider. If you need to consider, then we'll immediately start recruiting the next player, and I won't consider you anymore," Tang Tian's attitude also became firm.

Just like he said, he had said everything he needed to say, and if Durant considered any longer, they would be in a passive position.

After all, the free agent market was tight this year, and recruiting players required seizing every second.

Durant sat back on the sofa and took a sip of the coffee that was mostly cold.

Demps quietly turned to look at Tang Tian at this moment. As the moment approached, he was really worried that Tang Tian would push Durant too hard and ruin everything.

Tang Tian looked directly at Durant. He wanted to see if the latter was really that tough.

"I agree to go to New Orleans," Durant said after taking a deep breath, as if he had made a huge decision.

Demps instantly beamed with joy when he heard this.

Tang Tian also smiled.

This sense of accomplishment was really the same as scoring 102 points against the Lakers.

No, even bigger.

Persuading his nemesis to join his team was just so satisfying to think about.

"Let's go, we'll go back to New Orleans now," Tang Tian said directly.

"Now?" Durant looked at Tang Tian with surprise, then picked up his watch and looked at the time.

It was after 3 a.m.

"Now," Tang Tian nodded, giving a definite and affirmative answer.

He knew that there had been a "DeAndre Jordan incident" in history, and there were plenty of players who had gone back on their verbal commitments.

With Durant's Yuan Shao-like personality, he really wasn't at ease.

"Okay…" Seeing Tang Tian's firm attitude, Durant nodded in agreement.

He didn't know why, but he seemed to realize that he had a bit of a masochistic personality.

The three of them left the manor together.

Mike was stunned when he saw the three of them come out.

Durant beckoned to Mike, signaling him to go to the garage and drive the car.

Mike nodded after a moment of愣神.

He naturally knew the relationship between Tang Tian and Durant, but he didn't know what the three of them were going to do at this hour.

Could it be a duel?

The car drove to the airport, and after listening to the conversation between the three along the way, Mike realized that Durant was going to New Orleans to sign a contract.

Knowing the truth, he felt like he had seen a ghost and almost drove the car straight into the sea.

But after accepting it, he was rather delighted.

Did this mean that he could show Durant that he was a fan of Tang Tian in the future?

Before boarding the plane, Demps called his assistant, who had already prepared the contract.

After getting on the plane, Tang Tian sat down and called out to Mike, then reached out to him.

Mike didn't react for a moment.

"Address," Tang Tian said with a smile.

Mike had made a great contribution to getting Durant this time.

He would have to send the latest signature sneakers as a gift.

Mike reacted with joy and took out a small piece of paper from his pocket with the address already written on it.

Tang Tian took it and put it in his pocket.

"What's that?" Durant asked curiously.

"Oh, an address, I'm going to send his daughter a pair of shoes," Tang Tian didn't hide anything.

Mike looked at Durant worriedly.

He was considering whether he could reveal that he was a fan of Tang Tian before, but Tang Tian had directly said it.

But to his surprise, Durant just said "oh" and turned to look out the window.

Originally, he thought it was cool to have a Tang Tian fan as his bodyguard, but now why did he feel uncomfortable?

It was like eating ribs, why did they suddenly not taste so good?

And looking at the darkness outside the window, he had a feeling of being kidnapped?

Thinking about it, he fell asleep.

This night was really exhausting for him.

He was woken up when they arrived in New Orleans, and it was already after 7 a.m. when they got off the plane.

They arrived at the New Orleans arena almost around 8 o'clock.

There was not only Demps' assistant, but also the Pelicans' coach Stevens, assistant coach Nash, and the team's owner Gayle Benson were all there.

Even his agent had been invited to the scene in advance.

Seeing this scene, Durant's sleepiness disappeared instantly.

Tang Tian had only persuaded him late at night, and the important figures of the Pelicans had all arrived early in the morning.

This level of importance and attitude made him feel very happy.

This was the kind of attention he wanted!

"Kevin, welcome," Benson was the first to reach out to Durant.

Tang Tian had promised to find his replacement for the Pelicans, and now he had found one, and a perfect one.

This one thing had already made her give Tang Tian's management skills a score of 100.

Durant smiled and shook hands with Benson.

He then greeted Stevens and the others one after another.

After the greetings, Demps introduced the contract details to him. After he and his agent checked the contract and found no problems, he signed it.

With the signing, Durant joining the Pelicans was a done deal.

After everything was settled, the others left first because they had other things to do, leaving only Tang Tian and Durant in the meeting room.

"Tang, I have a small request," Durant suddenly said to Tang Tian at this time.

"What?" Tang Tian looked at Durant with疑问.

The contract was already signed, so was it too late to make requests?

Or did Durant want to go back on his word so quickly?

But the black and white were there, and it was useless to go back on it!

"I heard you and Scarlett have a good relationship?" Durant hesitated for a moment and asked in a low voice.

Tang Tian couldn't help but laugh when he heard this.

This was really Durant.