Top NBA Players Facing Player Option Decisions for 2024-25 Season
The NBA offseason is always filled with excitement and anticipation as players make decisions about their futures. This year, there are several notable players facing the decision of whether to pick up their player option for the 2024-25 season.
Among the most high-profile players with player options are LeBron James and Paul George, who are set to earn $51,415,938 and $48,787,676 respectively if they choose to exercise their options. However, there are also other players who are likely to pick up their player options barring any unexpected developments.
One such player is Lonzo Ball of the Chicago Bulls, who is set to earn $21,395,348 next season. Ball, the second overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, has been sidelined with a knee injury since January 2022. Despite his absence, Ball was a key contributor for the Bulls in the games he played, averaging 13.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.8 steals per game.
Another player expected to pick up his player option is Davis Bertans of the Charlotte Hornets. Bertans, who has an early termination option, is set to earn $16,000,000 next season, with $5,250,000 guaranteed. While Bertans has not lived up to the expectations of his contract, his sharpshooting ability from beyond the arc could still make him a valuable asset in free agency.
Richaun Holmes of the Washington Wizards is also likely to pick up his player option of $12,876,780 for next season. Holmes, a productive big man for the Sacramento Kings in previous seasons, has struggled to find playing time in recent years. However, his past performance could still make him an attractive option for teams in need of frontcourt depth.
Lastly, P.J. Tucker of the Los Angeles Clippers is facing a decision on his player option of $11,539,000 for next season. Tucker, who has seen limited playing time with the Clippers, may choose to decline his option in search of a more prominent role on another team. However, his experience and championship pedigree could still make him a valuable veteran presence for a contending team.
As the offseason progresses, these players will have to weigh their options and make decisions that will impact their future in the NBA. Fans will be eagerly watching to see where these players end up next season and how their choices will shape the league’s landscape.