For a few days now, the market has been wild with signatures all over the place! But in this collective euphoria, a player is somewhat left behind. Obviously, he would be too greedy …
Almost all of the biggest free agents on the market have found a home, with the exception of Kawhi Leonard whose fate is not too much debate anyway. In all likelihood, he’ll be back with the Clippers to finally clinch a title alongside Paul George, as will Chris Paul in Phoenix and John Collins in Atlanta, other coveted names who have chosen continuity.
These players bet on them by demanding big contracts, and they won their case … Unfortunately, this negotiating technique has not paid off for everyone in the NBA! Indeed, a surprising player, obviously too greedy, would not interest many people… He must damn regret his recent shocking statements about his old franchise.
Lauri Markkanen and Kelly Oubre Jr asked for too much money in free agency without the resume to back it up, a league source just told me. The market has cooled significantly on both with most teams out of money.
Mavs ($15M) & Hornets ($14.5M) among teams w cap space.
— Kristian Winfield (@Krisplashed) August 4, 2021
Lauri Markkanen and Kelly Oubre Jr have asked for too much money during the free agency without the record to justify it, according to a source within the league. The market cooled greatly on both with a good chunk of the teams penniless. The Mavericks and Hornets are among the teams with room below the salary cap.
Decidedly, the offseason is placed under the sign of over-evaluation on the part of some players! We can obviously quote Dennis Schroder, who is still in the dark after refusing $ 84 million from the Lakers, but also Lauri Markkanen, and especially Kelly Oubre! Which is quite surprising when you know the talent of the guy.
So obviously, he was disappointing this season with the Warriors by turning “only” to 15.4 points and 6 rebounds, and especially with a disappointing skill, but his potential remains interesting. He is still young, 25, is an excellent defender, and always brings contagious energy to his teams. If he finds the level posted in Phoenix, the Mavericks could make a big operation.
Kelly Oubre thought he could land a big contract away from the Warriors, he is disillusioned! He would like without doubt accept the role of 6th man, but not sure that Steve Kerr accepts …
