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Buddy Hield, one of the NBA’s top free agents, has agreed to a new contract with the Golden State Warriors. Sought after by several teams, the Philadelphia 76ers guard, currently in the running for the 2024 Paris Olympics with the Bahamas, chose San Francisco over Los Angeles and the Lakers.
Among the most coveted free agents this year, Buddy Hield chose the Warriors. In the midst of restructuring, the team has won over the rear of the Philadelphia 76ers who opted for a “sign-and-trade” Golden State rather than a signature to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Four years for Buddy Hield in Golden State
After a long recruitment process, Buddy Hield chose to join the Warriors for $37.4 million over four years, according to The Athletic. The contract includes an option for the fourth year. To complete the transaction, Hield had to complete a “sign-and-trade” (signing with his former franchise before being immediately transferred) involving five teams, in which the Sixers get a second round draft pick in 2031 as compensation.
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The Warriors over the Lakers and Pistons
Golden State wasn’t the only franchise on the case. Detroit Pistons and the Los Angeles Lakers were also on the case, according to The Athletic. But Hield preferred the Warriors, whom he considers his best chance to win a title. Currently in Spain with the Bahamas national team, with which he aims to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, he is coached by Chris DeMarcoassistant coach of Warriorsan additional argument for joining the team.
A relief for the franchise
The team of Stephen Currywho recently lost Klay Thompson, were looking for a player who could fill the void left by one of the best shooters in NBA history. They found their man in Buddy Hield. Since 2017, only Stephen Curry surpasses him in the number of three-point shots made. Last season, Hield averaged 12.2 points on 38.9 percent three-point shooting at Philadelphia. He will thus be able to play a key role in a competitive team from next year, making this destination very attractive for him.
2024-07-05 07:42:47
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