Rings vs. Dollars.
It is an interesting discussion, because you can argue the rings have allowed Wade to make money in other ways, but surely doesn’t make up all the money he has given up over the years.
But, on the flip side of that, Wade is a made man. Not many star players in NBA history have three rings, it puts him in an elite group, so is legacy is secure. Also have to remember that it isn’t like Wade has been paid in pennies, he has made a lot of money, just not as much as he could have if he maxed out every deal.
Here are a couple of interesting tidbits about the contracts though.
When all is said and done, Wade will make about $100 million less than Melo in his career. That's what he sacrificed.
— Kelly Scaletta (@KellyScaletta) July 1, 2015
The Heat just agreed to give Dragic 75% of what they've paid Wade in his ENTIRE CAREER.
— Kelly Scaletta (@KellyScaletta) July 1, 2015
If there was no cameras around and you asked Carmelo would he give up $100 million for three rings, what do you think he would say?