The NBA yesterday had lots of news and stories break. In this article I’ll be breaking down the biggest stories that happened on June 28.
- Russell Westbrook Opts into his final year with Lakers
Russell Westbrook has been considered the worst contract in the NBA as of today and many people believe the Lakers are stuck with him for his final year, Westbrook announced he’ll be opting into his final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers which is $47.1 million dollars.
- NY Knicks Reportedly offering Jalen Brunson $110 million
It’s been rumored all offseason that the New York Knicks are highly interested in Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson. The Knicks have been clearing lots of cap space in order to make a huge push for Brunson and are reportedly going to offer Jalen 4 years $110 million dollar contract which is way more than most teams thought Brunson was going to get after the season ended.
- La Clippers, Ivica Zubac agree to contract extension
Zubac has been a good player for the Clippers since being traded to the Clippers, Zubac and the Clippers have agreed to a 3 year $33 million dollar extension
- David Fizzdale set to become Jazz associate GM
David Fizzdale is set to become the associate GM for the Utah Jazz. After Fizzdale was fired from being the Knicks head coach 2 seasons ago, David will get another shot in the NBA.
- Jazz Hire Celtics assistant Will Hardy as new head coach
Will Hardy will become the youngest head coach in the NBA at just 34 years old, Hardy was considered a big part of the coaching which led to the Boston Celtics having so much success last season and now will be taking on the role of the Utah Jazz head coach.
- PHX Suns extend qualifying offer for Deandre Ayton
The Phoenix Suns have accepted the qualifying offer, making Deandre Ayton a restricted free agent, making a sign and trade possible if that’s what Phoenix wants.
- CLE Cavs extend qualifying offer for Colin Sexton
The Cleveland Cavaliers have accepted the qualifying offer for guard Colin Sexton. Sexton is coming off a season ending injury and hasnt been offered a contract extension from the Cavs and if fact no teams have really been rumored to go after Sexton in free agency yet.
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