Jonathan Simmons - Arenas Rule
Jonathan Simmons - Arenas Rule
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Jonathan Simmons - Arenas Rule
How does the Gilbert Arenas Rule work under the new CBA? Could the Spurs make trades that put them under the cap to sign free agents and if they keep Simmons' cap hold then match any contract he is offered after the salary cap is met or exceeded?
Disclaimer: Trades I post shouldn't make you stressed or angry if you disagree. If you say it's unproductive because it won't happen and we're only allowed to post deals that actually happen, it takes away 99% of trades here and the fun out of the board.
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Re: Jonathan Simmons - Arenas Rule
"Could the Spurs make trades that put them under the cap to sign free agents and if they keep Simmons' cap hold then match any contract he is offered after the salary cap is met or exceeded?"
Yes, except if he signs an offer sheet, the clock to match (or not) starts then, not later at their leisure. So if they are still below the cap and match his offer, their cap hit on him instantly changes from the hold amount to the salary amount.
Yes, except if he signs an offer sheet, the clock to match (or not) starts then, not later at their leisure. So if they are still below the cap and match his offer, their cap hit on him instantly changes from the hold amount to the salary amount.