Elton Brand: David Falk, Brand's agent, Dunleavy and team President Andy Roeser have held discussions regarding his ability to opt out of the final year of his contract and become an unrestricted free agent. On Wednesday, Falk said the decision will be taken to Monday's opt-out deadline.
Facing an off-season in which few teams have abundant salary-cap space, Falk said Brand's preference is to work out a new, long-term deal with the team or play out the last season of his contract, in which he is due $16.44 million.
"It's not a question that we demanded anything or negotiated anything," Falk said, adding that his good working relationship with the Clippers' front office would benefit both parties. "We've had discussions with both sides on how he can finish out his career with the Clippers. My hope has been we can make a deal with both parties. That's our goal."
Maggette said that will opt-out on Monday, but "desires" a long-term deal with the Clips. On Tuesday "The Donald" personally called up Maggette to reiterate that he wants Corey to remain on the team.
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