Chapter 824
And after agreeing, he also had Carl contact FOX.

TNT, ESPN, and the NBA, those three major media outlets, definitely wouldn't want to issue such a statement, because it meant taking sides.

But FOX was different; they had signed a large broadcast contract with the Pelicans.

Even so, it wasn't enough for FOX to take the risk, so when Tang Tian had Carl contact them, he promised a condition.

Soon, the joint statement from Tang Tian, CCX, and Yao Ming was published through FOX Sports.

This immediately sparked another wave of discussion among American fans on social media.

Compared to the one-sided comments before, many fans' views and attitudes had changed.

"I think Tatum is right, sports are sports, we shouldn't forcibly link it to politics, Morey being stupid doesn't mean we are."

"I'm a fan of Tang, I support his statement, we don't need to start a 'war,' war only brings harm!"

"I think this statement is very good, I didn't understand Chinese history so I was so agitated before, but if that's the case, then Morey is really a shǎ x!"

"To give a not-so-good example, it's like someone telling us that Las Vegas doesn't belong to us, any country needs territorial integrity."

"Actually, I really don't understand Morey, how could this shǎ x link sports and politics together, such a shrewd general manager."

"I still boycott the NBA, I won't go to NBA games! And I suggest those who have tickets don't go to the games either, leave an empty stadium!"

"I agree, Tang is Chinese, he will definitely speak for China, we need to use empty stadiums to protest!"

"Let me tell you a story, an official asked a farmer, if you had one hundred million dollars, would you hand it over to the country? He said he would, then he asked if you had a herd of cows would you hand it over to the country? He said no, why? Because he actually had a herd of cows."

"Haha, buddy, that's brutal, cursing people without using dirty words."

"These guys shouting about not going to the stadium definitely don't have season tickets, or haven't even bought tickets, I watch the game just to relax, and why should we fans pay for Morey's mistakes?"

"I support Tang, he is the best superstar to the fans, he is New Orleans' city hero, his foundation helps countless people around the world every year!"

"I also support Tang, his words in the statement are very objective, we shouldn't have double standards, we are a democratic country."

"Yes, Tang is the greatest player in the world, and he respects us, we have no reason not to support him."

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This joint statement brought unexpected results.

Especially when Tang Tian was involved, as the world's number one basketball player, his influence was beyond imagination.

It's no exaggeration to say that he almost made most fans "defect."

And shortly after this statement was issued, sponsors such as Nike, Adidas, and Puma all forwarded it.

This time, things took a fundamental turn.

"I love China, I like the fans there, and I believe in the league, they made the best decision."

James posted his personal opinion on Twitter.

"Whether Chinese fans or American fans, we should all forget about this, we need to focus on sports, and we only need to focus on sports."

Durant also rarely used his main account on social media to express his support.

"We should focus on the game itself, politics and sports shouldn't be linked, what we like is competition, and what fans like to watch is also sports competition."

Curry also expressed a similar view in an interview.

"I love China, I go every year, the fans there are the most lovely and best fans, basketball should be a pure sport."

Thompson also expressed his personal opinion in front of the media.

After the sponsors chose to take sides, the top players of the major brands successively expressed their personal opinions.

Obviously, this was a series of events triggered by Tang Tian's influence.

The fans had already changed their views, and what the stars had to do was to fuel the flames and completely end the matter.

After three days of fermentation, everything was settled.

The NBA did not suffer too many negative effects as a result, and even the popularity rose a wave.

With everything settled, Yao Ming sat down and talked a lot with Tang Tian.

This crisis was the biggest Yao Ming had encountered since taking office as chairman of the Basketball Association.

It's no exaggeration to say that without Tang Tian, ​​this matter would continue to ferment, and the consequences might be beyond personal control.

"I'm actually quite curious about the reason for Morey's resignation."

Yao Ming did not participate in the entire event, and he couldn't help but ask out of curiosity.

Tang Tian shook his head.

He had communicated with Tatum, and Tatum had actually told him the contents, but he couldn't tell Yao Ming.

Because this matter couldn't be brought to the table.

According to Tatum, Fertitta dug up some black material, including some news about Morey criticizing freedom of speech because of a campus shooting when he was in college.

Freedom of speech and selfishness are sometimes the same, everything is centered on me, I can say whatever I want, what I say is what it is.

If others object, sorry, what I say is the truth, if you BB again, I'll just pull out a gun.

Or, someone can't stand your truth and pulls out a gun and kills you.

This is also the reason why many campus shootings occur in the United States.

Morey was still a passionate young man at that time, it's normal to spray.

But if it's dug up at this time, it's absolutely fatal black material, which is equivalent to exposing Morey's old bottom.

Then, after promising some benefits, Morey was forced to resign voluntarily.

It's a bit funny to say, he supports freedom of speech, but was forced to resign because of criticizing freedom of speech in the past.

It can only be said that the way of heaven is a good cycle.

But this is not suitable for him to say to Yao Ming.

"I'm actually a little worried that Morey will go to other teams, and the problem may be more complicated then."

Yao Ming continued.

His worries are also completely justified.

He had also lived in the United States and knew what the NBA owners valued most, which was profit, money.

Morey's ability as a general manager is very strong.

This time, he was forced to resign for saying the wrong thing, but once the limelight passes, there is a high probability that someone will invite him.

And there is also a very important point, Tang Tian just retired, and his influence in the NBA is still very large.

But if time goes by, Tang Tian really becomes a celebrity, then the weight of his words will be much smaller.

"I know what you're worried about, in fact, I've already made a decision, maybe at some point, I'll come back."

Tang Tian continued.

In fact, he already had a decision, which was also the important reason why FOX was willing to risk reporting that statement.

FOX is an American media, they will not do it without sufficient benefits.

"You're coming back? When?"

Yao Ming was surprised to hear the news.

"Not yet decided, someday in the future."

Tang Tian didn't reveal the news.

Yao Ming smiled and didn't ask further, he knew that Tang Tian must have other considerations if he didn't want to say it.

"Actually, it's good that you retired, otherwise, if you were still playing, this matter would easily be set up as an opposition."

He said after laughing.

"I have the ability to predict the future."

Tang Tian replied with a smile.