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Restricted Free Agent

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sports5 months ago

Warriors Eye Bulls' Giddey in Trade Talks Amid Kings Interest

The Chicago Bulls offered Josh Giddey an $80 million, four-year contract at the start of free agency, but the deal fell significantly short of Giddey's asking price of around $30 million per year. Giddey, a restricted free agent, has attracted interest from other teams, including the Warriors, but no trade pathways have materialized. Giddey showed strong performance in the latter part of his season with the Bulls, and his future remains uncertain as he has until October 1 to decide on his qualifying offer or explore other options.

sports5 months ago

Warriors Stand Firm on Kuminga Amid Trade Rumors

Jonathan Kuminga is expected to remain with the Golden State Warriors this offseason, as the team has no plans to trade him and he is hesitant to accept their current contract offer due to control issues. Kuminga, a 22-year-old restricted free agent, has received other offers but is currently in a stalemate with the Warriors, with his future likely to be decided by a short-term deal that allows him to prove his worth.

sports5 months ago

Warriors Stand Firm on Jonathan Kuminga Amid Trade Rumors

The Golden State Warriors are unlikely to trade Jonathan Kuminga before the season, as negotiations have stalled and owner Joe Lacob remains a strong supporter, preferring a valuable deal. Kuminga, a restricted free agent, faces limited options, with the Warriors considering a flexible contract approach to retain him or facilitate a future trade, while no urgent deal is expected before the October 1 deadline.

sports5 months ago

Kuminga's Future Uncertain as Warriors and Kings Show Interest

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly not interested in keeping Jonathan Kuminga, with the team extending a qualifying offer mainly due to NBA rules rather than a desire to retain him. Kuminga's camp is exploring trade options, including offers from the Kings and Suns, but the Warriors are reluctant to accept unfavorable deals. The situation is influenced by RFA rules and salary cap considerations, leaving Kuminga's future uncertain.

sports6 months ago

Cam Thomas Expresses Desire to Re-Sign with Nets

Cam Thomas expressed his desire to re-sign with the Brooklyn Nets, emphasizing his strong connection to the team and his hometown, Virginia. As a restricted free agent, he is hopeful to stay with the Nets, especially since they are likely the only team with cap space to sign him this summer. Last season, Thomas averaged 24.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game.

sports1 year ago

Rams Tender Offensive Lineman Alaric Jackson with Second-Round Tender

The Los Angeles Rams have placed a second-round tender on restricted free agent offensive lineman Alaric Jackson, giving them the right of first refusal for any contract offer he receives from another team. If the Rams do not match a contract offer, they are entitled to a second-round pick from his new team. Jackson started at left tackle in 15 regular season games last season and helped the Rams offensive line achieve the seventh-lowest sack rate in the NFL.

sports2 years ago

Hornets Secure P.J. Washington with Lucrative 3-Year Deal

The Charlotte Hornets have reportedly signed forward P.J. Washington to a three-year, $48 million contract. Washington, the No. 12 pick in the 2019 NBA draft, had a career-high season in 2022 and was a restricted free agent. His return clears up some of the team's offseason uncertainties, as they look to make the playoffs for the first time since 2015 under new ownership and head coach Steve Clifford.

sports2 years ago

P.J. Washington signs multi-year contract to stay with Hornets

P.J. Washington, the final unsigned restricted free agent in the NBA this summer, has agreed to a new three-year, $48 million contract to stay with the Charlotte Hornets. The deal ensures that another Hornets forward does not sign a qualifying offer and become eligible for unrestricted free agency in 2025. Washington had a career-best season last year, averaging 15.7 points and 2.0 3-pointers per game, and becoming the first Hornets player to average two 3-pointers and a block per game in a season.

sports2 years ago

Rangers secure emerging defenseman K'Andre Miller with 2-year extension

The New York Rangers have signed defenseman K'Andre Miller to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $3.872 million. Miller, who is entering his fourth NHL season, will be a restricted free agent with arbitration rights when the contract expires. The Rangers now need to sign their last RFA, Alexis Lafreniere, with approximately $3 million left in cap space. Miller had a career year last season and has become a crucial top-four defenseman for the team. The deal is comparable to recent contracts signed by other young defensemen in the league.

sports2 years ago

"Utah Jazz Make Offer to Retain Sixers' Paul Reed Jr."

Philadelphia 76ers restricted free agent forward Paul Reed Jr. has signed a three-year, $23 million offer sheet with the Utah Jazz. The offer sheet includes a unique twist where the first season is fully guaranteed, and the following two seasons become guaranteed if the Jazz advance to the conference semifinals in 2023-24. The Sixers have until Sunday to match the offer and retain Reed, but doing so would push them over the luxury tax threshold. Reed had an impressive season with the Sixers, ranking in the top 10 in offensive rebounding percentage and making an impact in the playoffs.