Michael Jordan, who led the Bulls to two consecutive triples, retired as NBA team owner. This season, Jordan's Hornets have performed poorly, and although they won a playoff spot, unfortunately, they still failed to advance to the playoffs. However, Joe Boss is busy this offseason, Miles Bridges' contract has expired, what kind of contract should the Hornets use to renew him?
According to NBA star Michael Scotto, many league executives are very optimistic about Miles Bridges, believing that he is the most sought-after player in the free market. One league executive said: "Bridges is renewing his contract to make at least $25 million a year, he has now played a lot of money, and I believe that those teams with ample salary space will definitely be interested in Bridges." ”
Not only that, but the outside world is optimistic about Bridges staying in the Hornets, and the league executive continued: "Bridges' progress is very obvious, and his cooperation with Lamelo Bauer is also very tacit. As everyone can see, Lamelo Bauer wants the Hornets to keep Bridges. Bridges has a high basketball IQ, and he can start his own era with Lamelo Bauer! ”
In the 2018 NBA Draft, Miles Bridges was selected by the Clippers with the 12th pick in the first round and was traded to the Hornets. In his four seasons with the Hornets, Bridges has improved every year. In his first season, he averaged 7.5 points, 4 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game. In his second season, he averaged 13 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game. In his third season, he averaged 12.7 points, 6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game. In his fourth season (this season), he averaged 20.2 points, 7 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game.
This season, Bridges averaged points, rebounds and assists per game, all of which set new career highs. You know, Bridges only earns $5.42 million a year this season (the last year of his rookie contract), but he still plays a superstar performance, and the Hornets really make a lot of money. Now that Bridges' contract has expired, it is believed that the Hornets will also try to keep this outstanding player. However, judging by the league executives' reviews, Bridges can get a contract with an annual salary of $25 million or more, which is a sweet annoyance for the Hornets.
Today, Miles Bridges has made a mark. Judging from the competitive state presented this season, Bridges still has room to improve. It seems that Jordan really should prepare the contract. As the owner of the Hornets, Jordan has always been ridiculed by fans for his poor eyesight. This time, do you think Jordan will renew Bridges with a high-paying contract? Feel free to leave your thoughts!