The Rockets third core player is paying a salary cut and staying at the team? Famous reporter revealed that Durant s salary cut by 20 million may end his life

August 11, if the regular season and playoffs are the stage for players, then the offseason is the stage for general managers. Perhaps after seeing the performance of general managers in the offseason, everyone will know why many teams will poach top executives with high salaries, because they can indeed make good operations for the team's future planning and win outstanding players at the most appropriate price. In this offseason, the Nuggets and Rockets' operations departments are the best.

Nuggets exchanged Cameron Johnson through Porter Jr. and a first-round pick. Not only did they save money, but they also signed Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown through the freed salary space. Sharic also got Valan in the trade. The team's total salary has dropped, but its strength has increased. The Nuggets have now been promoted to one of the four favorites in the Western Conference in the championship, and the other three teams are: the Rockets, Clippers and the defending champion Thunder.

Many fans probably know more about the operation of the Rockets. The most successful deal Stone made was to send Jaylen Green and Dillon away for Durant, and then trade the White Devils to the Wizards, but they only received two second round picks. Stone's operation was not only exquisite, but also humane. If it weren't for the Wizards to give the White Devils playing time, just to get more rewards, there might be teams willing to trade the Rockets with protected first round picks.

There is Stone's signing. Stone signed Van Jordan with a 2-year, 50 million contract. Previously, Van Jordan came to the Rockets for a three-year, 129 million contract, which was more expensive than Irving. There was still a team option of 43 million in the last year. As a result, Van Jordan only asked for a top blue-collar salary this time. In fact, many top blue-collar workers are more expensive than him. Look at Bridges, who renewed this summer, Van Jordan averaged 18.7 points per game, three-point shooting percentage of 43.5%, and could make 3.9 three-pointers per game.

Having the ability to control the field and organize the ability, the key is that the defense is very tough. Although he is not strong in possession of the ball, considering the overall situation, Van Jordan is also worth a contract worth about 30 million yuan. Stone's signing can be said to be great value. Van Jordan will give the Rockets a lot of help in the next two years, and this contract is still very detailed, because two years later, Amen's big contract will be implemented. Amen is the first big contract for the rookie. Now the Rockets are waiting and watching to see if Amen can reach the level of a starting point guard in two years. Van Jordan is probably leaving the team.

There is another contract renewal of Jabarri Smith for 120 million in 5 years. He is the 22nd Tanhua Show. Although he has not proved himself in the past few years because he does not have enough ball rights, his functionality is obvious to everyone. He has space projection ability and defense is also particularly strong. He can switch to multiple positions. The key is that he is only 22 years old and has a high room for growth in the future. It is not impossible to reach the height of Jaren Jackson. In addition, after 5 years, Xiao Jia's annual salary is more than 20 million. At that time, it is estimated that he will have a player with an annual salary of 90 million. Xiao Jia is also very worthwhile.

The Rockets still have two players who have not renewed their contracts. One is Ethan and the other is Durant. It is estimated that Ethan will wait until next season's offseason to discuss renewal. The contract renewal is not a good choice for both parties. First of all, Ethan has been injured in the past few years and has insufficient attendance rate. The Rockets are definitely unwilling to give a big contract. Secondly, his function is here. There is a chance to become an All-Star player with an offense and defense in the future, so Ethan definitely wants a big contract. The designation is not agreed upon now, so it is better to wait until tomorrow summer to discuss it.

Then it is Durant. Durant has the ability to sign a two-year, 122 million contract with the team. The news previously reported was that the Rockets did not intend to renew Durant's big contract, so they had the patience to observe. Of course, if the price is right, they will choose to renew their contract with Durant. Although Durant is 37 years old, he is still the most efficient player in the league in singles last season. Today, HoopsWire revealed the news that Durant may renew his contract.

It is reported that a source interviewed by NBC during the Summer United revealed that the Rockets may sign a two-year, 100 million contract renewal with Durant, which is about 10 million yuan lower than the maximum salary. This is equivalent to Durant giving up 20 million to renew his contract with the team. I don’t know if such a contract will be reached in the end, but judging from the current situation, it is still very likely. First of all, Durant definitely wants the last big contract in his career, but it is probably difficult to have a super maximum salary. After all, the Rockets will still consider the renewal of Amen and Ethan in the future.

Secondly, even if Durant goes to other teams, he will not get a super maximum salary. Who would like to give a super maximum salary to a star who has no peak? Moreover, Durant's form will decline in the next few years. Durant had previously said that he would not play for as long as James. Perhaps after the contract ended, he was already 40 years old and reached the age of retirement. It may be a good choice to stay in a team with young players and competitiveness. Having said that, what do you want to say about the Rockets and Durant? Welcome to leave a message for discussion.