Georgetown University successfully advanced to the quarterfinals.
It will be in this year's Elite Eight, against Marcus Camby's University of Massachusetts.
at the same time.
NBA President David Stern flew to China and arrived at the Central Television Building.
It was different from the first time he came to the Central Station Building.
This time, David Stern finally did not wait too long in the cold wind.
It is now the end of March and the beginning of April, and the climate in the Celestial Dynasty is still very mild.
"David, long time no see!"
Director Li of CCTV came forward to meet David Stern in person.
In recent years, the development of the NBA in China has been very rapid.
The arrangement of recording and broadcasting the regular season + playoffs and live streaming of the All-Star Game can no longer meet the needs of Chinese fans.
The NBA live broadcast is basically what happened in the last few years.
"Li, in fact, I came today with two big gifts."
After having a chat with Li Ju, David Stern took out a videotape from his file bag.
What is recorded in this videotape is exactly the scene of Mo Ran killing the Quartet during the NCAA period.
"This is…"
"Lee, here's a video of our NCAA tournament game."
Stern explained: "You read that right, the young man in this video is a player from your dynasty."
"His name is Mo Ran, a native of China, a freshman at Georgetown University this year."
"You seldom pay attention to NCAA games, and it's normal not to know Mo."
"So, you must not have imagined that Mo Ran has done some earth-shattering events at the NCAA…"
Along with the TV screen, Mo Ran dominated the offense and defense in sequence.
Cap Ray Allen in the air.
Head-on big hat Jamison.
Air catch and dunk the defender.
The famous scenes such as the giant counterattack and dunks in the opening game are played in sequence.
While these video footage was playing, Stern was also introducing to Li Bureau what Mo Ran had done in Georgetown for the past six months.
Terrifying data, invincible record.
And the soaring draft market.
"Lee, according to the latest rookie projections, Mo is at least a top-10 pick, and you should know what that means."
The NBA president himself said Mo Ran would be a top-10 rookie.
Even a fool knows what that means.
"You mean, Mo Ran is likely to be the first NBA player in Chinese history?"
Bureau Li was a little excited.
Not only because Mo Ran's performance is very strong, offensive and defensive, but also so brutal.
But because, this monster-like player is actually a native of the Celestial Dynasty!
This is the figure who created the history of the basketball world in China!
more importantly.
If Mo Ran can get into the NBA.
Then the development speed of the NBA in China will also soar like a high speed.
The pie in the field of sports can be bigger, how many benefits are there?
"Looking at it now, Mo Ran will definitely become the first Chinese player in NBA history, or even the No. 1 overall pick."
David Stern continued: "So on behalf of the NBA official, I will re-talk with your CCTV about the live broadcast."
Unlike previous live broadcast plans.
This time, due to the appearance of Mo Ran, David Stern has come up with a plan for two live broadcasts in parallel.
First of all, the NBA official will give CCTV: Mo Ran's team's live broadcast source of some games.
Of course, these games are definitely popular events.
On the one hand, NBA officials want to open the door to live broadcasts of China by live-streaming Mo Ran's games.
On the other hand, the duel between some unpopular teams and Mo Ran will affect the ratings and there is no need to broadcast it.
Regarding the live broadcast of this part of the game related to Mo Ran, David Stern said that it will be given to CCTV for free.
And this free contract period, up to 3 years.
For three full seasons, CCTV will be able to live stream Mo Ran's most popular games for free.
Of course, this part of the live broadcast must be broadcast live, and CCTV cannot unilaterally cancel the live broadcast plan of the day.
The NBA is not stupid either.
The purpose of releasing resources for free is to open up the market and prevent it.
NBA officials naturally hope that Mo Ran can make a name for himself in the NBA.
But if, in the future, Mo Ran fails to make a name for himself in the NBA.
According to this contract, CCTV will still broadcast the game between Mo Ran and the popular team.
With the performance of the rest of the NBA stars, it is bound to attract a wave of fans in China.
When we talk about the follow-up cooperation, we can get rid of Mo Ran and talk about it.
In addition to streaming some of the Mo Ran teams' games for free, the NBA will also sell live feeds of popular CCTV teams.
Like the Chicago Bulls with Michael Jordan.
This part is sold for a fee, but the price is also much lower than those platforms in Europe and America.
With Mo Ran as the main force, Jordan as the second-in-command.
NBA officials are indeed very sincere and want to fully enter the Chinese market.
"Ok…"
Bureau Li carefully looked at the contract signed by the NBA official: "This matter is very important, and it is not something I can decide alone."
Although he is the director of CCTV, Li Bureau is also very clear.
Even if I agree with a hundred in my heart, after all, this wave of NBA contracts is basically a free gift.
But the NBA's live broadcast in China is not a trivial matter.
It is also necessary to give a result after more consideration.
"It's okay, we can all wait for news before next season starts."
David Stern is in no hurry.
The NBA has been developing in China for 7 years and is not in a hurry.
Now the only hope of the president is: Mo Ran can go a little further in the NCAA.
In this way, Mo Ran's influence will definitely not be limited to the United States, and his name will definitely shake the basketball circle of the Celestial Dynasty!
At that time, the NBA's live broadcast plan in the Celestial Dynasty will come naturally.
"By the way, David, can we use CCTV to play these videotapes?"
At the end of the chat, what Li Ju thought of: "First, I want the Chinese fans to know the existence of Mo Ran."
"Second, I want to see how much impact Mo Ran can have on the Chinese basketball circle."
"Thirdly, if the recording is good this time, and Mo Ran's team can continue to advance, we can try to broadcast Mo Ran's game in the NCAA first."
"If the effect of NCAA's live broadcast is ideal, the plan of live broadcast of the NBA will definitely pass smoothly."
Test the waters with college leagues.
And it is also to do exercises for better live NBA in the future.
By the way, it can also open the market of NCAA in China, starting from the university, pay attention to those stars who will be famous in the NBA in the future.
Maybe, it can also stimulate the domestic campus basketball atmosphere.
One arrow n carving!
Li Bureau's move can be regarded as a reflection of his overall view as the director of the Central Station.
"Of course no problem. You can use these videotapes for free."
David Stern nodded directly:
"Regarding the live broadcast of NCAA, after returning to the United States, I will personally help you talk about it!"
Stern's mind turned quickly.
Although this wave of Li Bureau is a bit of use of the relationship of the NBA president, to earn a wave of NCAA broadcasts, and even live broadcast qualifications.
But everyone knows that once this time NCAA will be very effective in China.
It is a win-win for both CCTV and the NBA!
This is a favor, say what, David Stern has to help!
Now, Mr. President has only one wish in his heart.
That is:
Mo Ran must go further in the NCAA Championship!