In the NBA, a business league, contract renewals and trades are a deal. Players need to be careful when awarding contracts based on their performance, physical condition, and future expectations. Sometimes, a player may turn down because of a low price, but the result may be that he can only sign a cheaper contract on the free market, which is miscalculating his market situation. In such a game, there are always losers and winners, and bad decisions often lead to regrets.
5.Ratriel Spreville.
In the 05 season, nicknamed "Madman", he averaged 125 points 32 rebounds and 22 assists and 41 shooting percentage4% and 32 percent from three-point range7%。He faced a contract extension with the Timberwolves in the summer of 2005. Although his points per game and shooting percentage were not outstanding, the Timberwolves' three-year, $21 million contract was quite impressive, considering his age and salary cap at the time. However, in the face of this very cost-effective contract, "How can I support my family without a contract of 10 million?" Naturally, Sprewell's hubris scared away the rest of the family, causing him to lose this opportunity and eventually disappear from the NBA league, losing $21 million.
4.DeMarcus Cousins.
Prior to his Achilles tendon tear, he was widely regarded as the No. 1 center in the West. He averaged 25 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 1 per game6 blocks at the top of the long level, but after the injury, the Pelicans offered him a two-year, $40 million contract after assessing the risk. Cousins was arrogant, turned down the contract and chose to test the free market. However, the cruelty of the market made him realize the reality and he could only join the Warriors for $5.3 million. Since then, his performances have declined, injuries have continued, and he has been relegated to the fringes of the league.
3.Dennis Schroeder.
Dennis Schroeder is also a striking example of this year's free market. Last season, the Lakers offered him a four-year, $84 million contract extension. However, Schroeder rejected the contract and sought to break the 100 million contract. However, he misjudged the situation and underestimated the Lakers' charisma and market. With the opening of the free market and the advancement of signings, Schroder has not yet found a home. What is certain is that there are very few teams in the NBA that can offer Schroder a contract of 10 million. If he stays in the NBA next year, Schroder's contract numbers must not look good, and compared to the Lakers' contract, he seems to have lost more than $60 million due to his inflated self-confidence.
Isaiah Thomas.
Played an average of 28 per game9 points 5After the top point guard data of 9 assists, Thomas Jr. was full of confidence back then, and "loading money with a cash truck to sign me" has become a famous meme that has been passed down to this day. It should be admitted that Thomas Jr.'s performance in Green Kai is indeed quite amazing, and in terms of his stature and experience, he is indeed quite inspirational and a legendary basketball player.
After a stunning performance, he confidently sought a contract with a maximum salary. However, his height and injury concerns made the team hesitate, and in the end he turned down a contract extension from the team and chose to leave. However, the cruelty of the market made him realize the reality, and his performance gradually declined, and eventually he became a base salary player or even lost his job.
1.Victor Oladipo.
Audi is undoubtedly a prime example, having had the opportunity to sign contracts totaling more than $20 million a year for two consecutive seasons, but he turned them down.
During Oladipo's time with the Pacers, he showed great two-way guard ability and earned the trust of fans and the team. However, a rupture of the quadriceps tendon forced him to recuperate for a long time, and his performance after his comeback was also affected. The Pacers wanted to renew his contract, but he turned down a four-year, $80 million contract offer in favor of a higher salary.
Subsequently, Oladipo was traded to the Rockets, where he spent a relatively consistent time. The Rockets were willing to offer him a two-year, $45.2 million contract, but he again chose to turn it down. Subsequently, he was traded to the Heat again, where he hopes to re-prove his worth and fight for a max contract. However, after joining the Heat, he played only four games before being reimbursed due to injury, which undoubtedly cast a shadow over his career.
Now, Oladipo can only stay with the Heat on a one-year contract with a final salary, which is undoubtedly a major blow to his career. Faced with the glory of the past and the predicament of the present, he may regret it deeply. Had he accepted a four-year, $80 million contract offer from the Pacers, his career might have taken a different direction.
In the NBA, a commercial league, players need to carefully consider their value and the market situation. Renewing a contract and trading is not only a transaction, but also a responsibility for your career.