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NBA executives reportedly believe the
Atlanta Hawks should proceed with caution when discussing a potential
contract extension for De’Andre Hunter during the offseason.
Hunter, a 2019 first-round pick, is
eligible for an extension to his rookie contract this summer, but
Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reported league execs don’t think the
24-year-old forward is worth anywhere near the five-year, $186
million max offer:
“I think it would be a mistake for
the Hawks to agree to a lucrative extension with Hunter this
offseason. While these are just opinions, I asked a few executives
around the NBA for a number they would feel comfortable re-signing
Hunter to if they worked for the Hawks, and each gave a number around
$12 million to $15 million per year. It would be surprising if the
Hawks could sign him at a number that low because of how
team-friendly it would be. I’d imagine the two sides won’t agree to a
new deal and will instead push talks to next season, or they could
look to move him this offseason.”
This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.
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