Bright Side Of The Sun · Apr 2, 2023
New CBA limits big spenders like Suns except for one chaotic option
Credit to the NBA and NBPA for working late on a Friday night, because it was nearly midnight on the west coast when they reached an agreement for a new CBA that would go into effect starting with the 2023-24 season. I’m choosing to be upset about it because just when the Phoenix Suns were able to don the title of Big Spender, the NBA decides to communize the market.
The 7-year deal, which includes a mutual opt-out after the sixth year, also establishes an in-season tournament, a prerequisite 65 games played for award eligibility, as well as an additional luxury tax apron.