Jerami Grant signs: 3 years, $27 million

[spearsy23]

I like it. Slight overpay by 2M/Yr or so but who knows what kind of offers other teams would throw at him and he has been improving and I don't see why it won't continue.

Yeah but I think it's worth it. The dude is getting better slowly but surely. He needs to add some more muscle and he could be a better version of Ibaka.

A better version of ibaka? What in the Sam hell is wrong with you? A better version of prime Ibaka is dpoy and an all-star.

[ThunderBolt]

Forget ibaka, If grant could be a better version of himself I would be shickled titless.

[Kizz Fastfists]

Yeah but I think it's worth it. The dude is getting better slowly but surely. He needs to add some more muscle and he could be a better version of Ibaka.

Some muscle, improve his rebounding, add a 3pt shot, a mid-range game, improve his FT shooting and improve his FG% at the time. If he does about 3 of those then we can start having Ibaka fantasies and dream about him improving the other three and becoming a lesser Ibaka.

[Balkman32]

I think it's a pretty massive overpay, he's worth about half that, but you couldn't risk him testing the market.

I don't think it was massive. Given that any team not in the tax could have paid him more, and he is a player that fits the future of this game.

I think with the news of todays signings we can officially say good bye to that first round pick in 2020.

[Balkman32]

I understand why we paid Grant $9 million a year. But, I think the team could have waited it out a little longer. But, since he was an ufa they had to over pay a little bit to keep him here. Good work by Grants agent.

[Kizz Fastfists]

I don't think it was massive. Given that any team not in the tax could have paid him more, and he is a player that fits the future of this game.

How does he fit the future of the game? He can't shoot. The modern game is about stretching the floor and hitting 3s. If Grant isn't getting to the rim he is worthless on offense. Grant doesn't fit in any era as a 9% of the cap player. He's too small/soft to bang in the 80s and 90s. He's got no jumper which what all quality modern bigs have with the exception of exceptional rim protectors, i.e. DeAndre, Drummond and Whiteside. He's not a quality ball handler. Please explain to me what makes him "fit the future". He's a worse fit than Roberson, but at least Roberson can claim to being the best defender in the NBA which covers for him having the same offensive game as Grant.

[getrichordie]

I don't think it was massive. Given that any team not in the tax could have paid him more, and he is a player that fits the future of this game.

How does he fit the future of the game? He can't shoot. The modern game is about stretching the floor and hitting 3s. If Grant isn't getting to the rim he is worthless on offense. Grant doesn't fit in any era as a 9% of the cap player. He's too small/soft to bang in the 80s and 90s. He's got no jumper which what all quality modern bigs have with the exception of exceptional rim protectors, i.e. DeAndre, Drummond and Whiteside. He's not a quality ball handler. Please explain to me what makes him "fit the future". He's a worse fit than Roberson, but at least Roberson can claim to being the best defender the NBA which covers for him having the same offensive game as Grant.

There are not many 4s in the game who can guard 1-5. Can he guard bigger 5s? Not for long stretches, but he's a small ball defensive pest. He really shines in the playoffs where fewer bigs play. And he compliments Westbrook's style of play which is to get out in transition and finish.

[ozwizard8]

To justify this contract Grant should start to make 3pt shots much better.
Or he must hold his own in C position.

Athleticism, energy, rebounding at PF doesnt mean anything in modern game. Look at K.Faried.
10 years ago he would be starter.
Grant playing small ball lineup center and making 3pt shots would be really nice.

Players and agents should like Presti but I dont think it makes sense to give that much money for Robertson and Grant.
I can even add S.Adams to this list. At max contract you start to question how much value he adds to this team.
Just look at the trend around the league. You can succeed without giving max contract to your center.
We have 3 player who cant shoot in our payroll and their total salary is sth like $45m ?

[spearsy23]

People still have these stupid takes about Roberson? It was a mistake in that he's worth 15+ million per year.

[kdthunderup]

Grant is a lot more agile, athletic and way better at taking players off the dribble and attacking the rim than Ibaka. If he can develop a consistent 3 point shot and improve his bball iq a little bit he would be an elite role player. Grant took strides in his play last season that's why I'm remaining optimistic about his development, a 4 headed snake of Roberson, PG, Grant, Adams is scary on defense.

[Ballings7]

Grant was re-signed for his defensive versatility, athleticism on finishes, overall size at SF and small-ball four.. and the expectation he gets better as a 3PT shooter.

If he becomes a consistent 3PT threat, this is a great deal for you guys IMO.