The trade kicker built into Carmelo Anthony‘s contract may be a moot point, Fred Kerber of the New York Post writes. The veteran forward is apparently willing to waive the potential $8MM if the Knicks can send him to the Rockets.
According to league sources, the Knicks and Anthony have approached trade discussions under the assumption that the kicker would be waived all along, a testament to how willing Anthony is to leave New York.
Of course Anthony wasn’t always so open to leaving the Knicks. As recently as last season the forward seemed intent on remaining in the Big Apple, a famous point of contention between him and then-team president Phil Jackson.
There’s more from the Atlantic Division:
- Recently acquired Nets forward DeMarre Carroll took another shot at the Raptors, telling Brian Lewis of the New York Post in so many words that the roster in Toronto just isn’t built to share the ball. “I had my share of iso already, so team-ball is my forte,” Carroll said. “You got two great All-Stars, two great players. That’s how they play. They were playing that way before I came, and they’re going to be playing that way long after I leave. They’re not changing that for me.“
- One of the big strengths that Brad Stevens brings to the Celtics is his impact on recruiting players from around the league, Chris Forsberg of ESPN writes.
- In his first year with the Celtics, Abdel Nader will make $1.2MM, the 2017/18 deal will then be followed up by two non-guaranteed years and eventually a team option in 2020/21. Basketball Insiders has the full contract details.
Carroll isn’t wrong, but that isn’t a revelation.
Jeez, Nader is locked in for 4 years has 2 non guaranted years and has a team option. His agent had -0 leverage.
What even is the difference between non guaranteed years and team options anyway? Because with the new CBA they changed it so that only the guaranteed portions count toward trades and I don’t see any other difference.
If he has a good year he won’t be able to opt out.
With so many young additions I’d think Nader is just happy to get his shot. I love the kids hustle. He has 1 speed. I’m really anticipating watching this batch of young kids. Obviously Tatum & Brown along with Zizic , Yabusele, Nader, Ojeleye is a beast and that Theis is intriguing. It’s a shame there won’t be enough minutes to go around.
They all. seem to want to play for Brad Stevens.
Hmmmmm are you sure about that GMB883… I thought I heard those players told Celtic brass their not happy about playing for Brad. I’m shocked to hear this…. unbelievable.. Your a Genius