gregbroncs
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This is disappointing news. But at least they know that backup C is their only real need this off season and they can move on because of finding out so early.
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green
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I don't think the source has the above correct. Most leagues/teams in Europe pay the player's taxes, and it was reported that part of the reason he was considering leaving was because he wanted 2.2 million, and that would cost the team close to 6 million with the tax hit.
I highly doubt he went from threatening to come to the U.S. if he didn't pocket 2.2 million, then gladly accepted a lot less than that.
I'd bet he will pocket 2.5-3 million after taxes, which means it's a 5-6 million dollar deal.
green
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I think this is really unfair. How many people work for the LDS church at reduced wages because it gives them a sense of fulfillment? Does that mean they aren't "cut out"? How many people have passed up better opportunities to stay close to home? Maybe the guy likes his life, is a star, the money is the same, and wants to enjoy his hard work.
green
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Would you leave a job where you are at the top of the totem pole to go to the bottom of the totem pole for equal or less money?
Ellipse
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LOL back at ya. There were just as many signs pointing to him using the Jazz as a negotiating ploy. Some people just see what they want to see.
It's not unfair at all. The NBA is the best basketball league in the world, and not by just a little, by a ton. He's a professional basketball player last I looked. This is the pinnacle of his profession, and he's choosing not to try it out when he has the opportunity.
I don't know. Some people prefer being a big fish in a small pond. It depends how competitive I was. However, I would admit my limitations if I choose that path. I personally hate large corporations and would never want to work for one, but I get that up front.
But my job isn't all that analogous to the sports world. I don't care to ever work for a Big 4 Accounting firm, and I don't care to ever be known as one of the best accountants in the world. If my "draft rights" were held by KPMG I would have told them ages ago I'm not going. I'm fine working for my mid sized company. But I get that I'm not cut out for that world, and I'm content with it.
Darkwing Duck
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So you think the Jazz should draft Trey Burke....I mean, Frank Kaminsky?
latin jazz
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yeah, the spanish newspaper messed up the numbers. he will receive 2.5-3 million net of taxes
If he is there at 12 most definitely. Surprised you did not bring up McDermott actually.