Fresh Off Kawhi Leonard Probe, NBA Urged to 'Sniff Around' Gary Trent Deal
Summary
The Milwaukee Bucks signed Gary Trent Jr. to a four-year, $64 million contract, which has raised questions because Trent’s performance has declined. Some NBA insiders and commentators have called for the league to investigate this contract, especially as the NBA is already probing a separate case involving player Kawhi Leonard and possible salary cap violations.Key Facts
- Gary Trent Jr. signed a four-year contract extension with the Milwaukee Bucks worth $64 million, keeping him through the 2029-2030 season.
- Trent’s recent performance has declined, with career-low stats last season and a shooting percentage of 38.7%.
- His average annual salary ($16 million) is comparable to other players with better recent performance.
- ESPN analyst Tim MacMahon criticized the contract and suggested the NBA should investigate it.
- The NBA is currently investigating Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers for salary cap issues connected to endorsement deals.
- Leonard’s trade between the Clippers and Raptors is on hold pending the investigation.
- The Leonard investigation increases pressure for the NBA to look into other questionable contracts like Trent’s.
- Some believe there could be undisclosed agreements or cap circumvention in Trent’s contract.
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