After the draft, the offseason became more and more exciting. In the past night, a number of transaction and signing developments occurred. Let’s take a look at them together.
, Harden gave up his $47.4 million player option for next season and will become an unrestricted free agent.
Harden made a decision that surprised everyone. But becoming a free agent does not mean that Harden will leave the 76ers. According to reports, Harden's move is so that the 76ers can use the mid-level exception worth $10.3 million to sign his former teammate P.J. Tucker.
Harden will sign a multi-year contract extension with the 76ers with an annual salary of around US$37 million. In other words, Harden has taken a salary cut, from US$47.4 million to US$37 million next season, saving US$10 million for the 76ers to strengthen their lineup. In order to win the championship, Harden really fought hard this time. According to reports, Harden started recovery training earlier this offseason than in previous years, and he has devoted all his energy to competing for the championship next season.
, the Hawks reached a 5-for-1 deal and got All-Star Dejounte Murray.
famous reporter Woj reported that the Hawks sent Gallinari, three first-round picks and a future first-round swap right to acquire Dejounte Murray from Spurs . Murray became the first All-Star last season to change teams this offseason. Last season, Murray played 68 games, averaging 21.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 9.2 assists and 2 steals per game, while shooting 46.2% from the field.
3, Nuggets exchanged 2 for 2, and got Pop and Ismail Smith .
The Nuggets sent Monte Morris and Button, and Wizards were exchanged for Pope and Ismael Smith. The Nuggets believe that Pope's championship experience can help the team.
4, Mills declined to exercise his $6.2 million player option for next season and became a free agent.
Mills, who became a free agent, aroused strong interest from many teams, but Mills did not rule out the possibility of returning to the Nets.
5, Lakers interested Pacers guard Hield .
American reporter Matt Moore reported that the Lakers have set their sights on Hield again. During the offseason last year, the Lakers were very close to acquiring Hield. Later, because Westbrook volunteered, the Lakers changed their minds. This year's offseason, the Lakers pursued Hield again. If they had known this, why did they do it in the first place?
6, Bill will renew his contract with the Wizards for 5 years and 251 million.
Beal declined to exercise his $36.4 million player option for next season and became a free agent. According to US media reports, both Bill and the Wizards are interested in continuing to cooperate. The two parties are expected to reach a five-year contract extension with a maximum salary of 251 million, which will become the largest contract in the history of NBA.
7, Hilo are expected to renew their contracts for 4 years and 100 million.
During this offseason, Hiero is eligible to renew his contract with the Heat in advance. According to reporter Jake Fischer, Hiero's contract extension is expected to be US$100 million over four years. Last season, Hiero averaged 20.7 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists per game.
8, Bamba, become free agents, and many teams including the Lakers are interested.
The Magic will not provide a qualifying offer to Bamba, who will become a completely free agent. Raptors , Knicks , Lakers, Bulls , Rockets, Heat and Timberwolves are all interested in Bamba. The Lakers hope that Bamba can become the team's starting center. Last season, Bamba averaged 10.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.7 blocks per game, shooting 48% from the field and 38.1% from the three-point range.
9, Lillard is expected to renew his contract with Blazers in advance for 107 million in 2 years.
During this offseason, Lillard is eligible to renew his contract with the Trail Blazers in advance. According to US media reports, the Trail Blazers are willing to provide Lillard with a two-year, 107 million contract extension in advance. Although it is difficult to win a championship with the Trail Blazers, Lillard always signs the largest contract.
0, the Lakers exercised team options on Gabriel and Stanley Johnson.
Gabriel's salary next season is 1.9 million, and Stanley Johnson's salary next season is 2.4 million. After the Lakers implemented the two-man team option, the roster increased to 8 people. The remaining 6 people are: James , Westbrook, Davis , Horton-Tucker, Nunn, Reeves.
