The Toronto Raptors have wrapped up Norman Powell and delivered him to themselves for the next 4 seasons. The team announced a deal with the 24-year-old swingman: 4 years, $42 million, with the big money to begin next season. In 2017-18, he’ll be paid relative peanuts, which translates to under $1.5M.
Obviously Masai Ujiri and the coaches believe Norman is ready for his moments in the spotlight. The UCLA 4-year man (yes, there still are such players in the NBA) will make more in 18-19 than C.J. Miles, the current placeholder at the small forward spot.