The publication of an interesting piece about Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry brought into sharp focus an issue we’ve been writing about here. Specifically, ESPN’s Mike Mazzeo quotes Lowry’s agent in regard to next year’s salary. Kyle will opt out of his contract, as is his right, and take a look around for a monster payday. That’s no surprise to you and me.
Lowry is eligible for a raise to $33.5 million, and a 5-year total of $196M. While one assumes Kyle will give the Raptors the first chance to make their pitch, he’d be foolish not to listen to other offers.