New York, the CEO's office.
David Stern stared at the telephone on his desk, hesitating for a long time.
He picked up the receiver, then put it down, then picked it up again, and put it down again.
After several times back and forth, he finally picked up the receiver and dialed the number he was reluctant to call.
With the "click... click... click..." sound of the dial turning, Stern cleared his throat after dialing and took a deep breath, clearly having made a significant decision.
"Hello?"
"Hi Larry, it's David, I have something I want to discuss with you."
"I know, about Gan, I was just about to bring it up with you, I'm prepared..."
"Hold on Larry, just wait a moment, listen to me first, I want to tell you my decision directly..."
"Decision? What decision, aren't you calling to discuss things with me?"
"No, I just wanted to inform you of the League office's decision to punish Gan."
