shorter and three years older than Hassell, which, given that both are
defensive specialists, is not a good sign. Buckner has a little more
range on his jumper but is less accurate overall as a shooter. Probably
most significantly, Buckner is nearly $2 million cheaper over the next
three seasons, and I suppose if the Wolves are going with youth anyway,
the vets on the bench can be discounted.
[Update: A smart reader just informed me that because Buckner’s
third year is a team option and thus not guaranteed, Wolves could save
up to $6.79 million in this deal.]
season as the Wolves try to reduce a roster that still stands at 17
players..
today to take a physical and is expected to join the Wolves for their
trip to Istanbul, Turkey, where the team will hold training camp…
Buckner, 31, and Hassell, 28, are both known as
defense-minded players. But Buckner’s contract is potentially shorter
and could give the Wolves more roster flexibility.
Hassell is owed $13.05 million for the next three seasons, including $4.35 million this season.
Buckner signed a five-year contract that could be worth up to
$19 million. The last two years of the contract reportedly are not
guaranteed. Buckner is owed a total of $7,259,259 for the next two
seasons. After that, the Wolves can part ways with Buckner.
was announced, as the Timberwolves held their media day Friday.
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