Lebron, Wade, and Bosh sign similar deals Melo doesn’t

July 13, 2006

Lebron, Wade, and Bosh signed 4 year deals in which they have the option for the 4th year. The reason behind this is money and age. By doing this the players will be able to sign their next deal at a younger age giving them a better chance of signing another max deal. Also the NBA bargaining agreement will be expiring and the new agreement could lead to more money. Some are saying up $150 million for six years. The only way this play could backfire is it injuries occur and decrease their value. Melo went with the max deal instead of a deal similar to the others. He has an opt out clause after the fourth year. The reason he went with the max deal is because it is guranteed and you never know what will happen in regards to injuries.