If the Lakers get out of certain salaries – Avery, perhaps McGee, it would open up the Full MLE and potentially BAE, depends on other moves like KCP, Rondo prices and if there's an increase in salary via trade. https://t.co/cRF5pGBR8B
— Eric Pincus (@EricPincus) November 12, 2020
Will Avery Bradley Opt Out and What That Changes
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November 13, 2020 4 Comments
Not sure what Avery is thinking unless his agent has a deal already. Would simplify finances for Lakers and make it easier to bring back Rondo and KCP with raises and still use the full $9.3M non-taxpayer MLE for somebody.
As melon scratchers go, this one’s a Honey Doodle
Likely answer is he asked Rob if he were likely to traded and Rob was honest with him. Wants to choose where he plays.