Free agents all over the league have been cashing in this summer. Detroit Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson is a prime example of doing just so.
Jackson, 25, averaged 17.6 points, 9.2 dimes and 4.7 rebounds during his 27-game stint in Detroit.
For his efforts, the Pistons granted Jackson with a five-year, $80 million deal.
Just two years ago, the Washington Wizards signed John Wall to the same exact contract, which looks like a bargain now.
“People talk about me getting $80 million, now you got people getting $85 million that haven’t made the All-Star (Game) or anything like that,” Wall said Tuesday while watching his summer league team compete vs. the Dallas Mavericks at Thomas & Mack Center. “I guess they came in at the right time. That new CBA kicked in and they’re good now. Reggie Jackson gets five years, $80 million. I’m getting the same as Reggie Jackson.”
If you think guys were cashing in this summer, just wait until the new TV deal hits next year.
