Agreed. They should include % of some cap/threshold because that’s what matters from a roster construction perspective ($ left for other players) and it’s more helpful for comparisons across time. That “up to $269 million” probably includes $50 million on the premise he makes all-NBA this year. That’s the case with Scottie Barnes’ new deal (225 or 275 mil) and they were in the same draft class
NBA money is just different now
Agreed. They should include % of some cap/threshold because that’s what matters from a roster construction perspective ($ left for other players) and it’s more helpful for comparisons across time. That “up to $269 million” probably includes $50 million on the premise he makes all-NBA this year. That’s the case with Scottie Barnes’ new deal (225 or 275 mil) and they were in the same draft class