After a market never materialized, restricted free agent Cam Thomas chose to bet on himself, accepting a $6 million qualifying offer that will give him full control of his future. The Pistons could be facing a similar situation with Jaden Ivey, and we may see a similar result.
Thomas’ decision was a hot topic of conversation on a recent episode of The Zach Lowe Show, with Lowe and Kirk Goldsberry discussing whether Thomas made a smart choice to bet on himself. He was reportedly offered $30 million for two years with a team option for the second season, far less than he wanted.