According to ESPN reports, the Los Angeles Clippers have lost a key player. Forward Harrell has agreed to join the Lakers for $18.97 million in two years.
Last season, Harrell won the best sixth man, and it is widely expected that he will renew his contract with the Clippers. However, the Lakers signed Harrell after the free agency market opened.
It is worth noting that both Harrell and James' agents are Rich Paul. In the process of joining the Lakers, Paul played a big role.
According to data from ESPN salary expert Bobby Marks (Bobby Marks), the Lakers signed Harrell with only a middle-class contract: $9.25 million in the first year, $9.72 million in the second year, and a player option in the second year.
Harrell has just ended the best season of his career, and his departure has dealt a big blow to the Clippers.
After the Clippers entered the offseason, key frontcourt players Harrell, Morris and Green have all become free agents. Although
won the Sixth Man of the Year, but after a frustrating playoff game, Harrell decided to join the Lakers to hit the championship.
Previously, Harrell’s contract was only two years worth $12 million. He averaged a career-high 18.6 points and 7.1 rebounds last season, which is very cost-effective. In the playoffs, Harrell struggled very hard, averaging only 10.5 points and 2.9 rebounds per game. In the game against Denver Nuggets center Jokic, Harrell performed poorly and his playing time was limited.
However, with Harrell's data, he can still get a larger contract, but in order to chase the championship, Harrell finally accepted the offer from the Lakers.
The Lakers hope that Harrell can once again become one of the most aggressive and energetic players in the league, making him a bench gangster.
