In an attempt to take their team to the next level, the New York Knicks struck a huge deal to acquire Mikal Bridges. One of the top wing defenders in the NBA, OG Anunoby, was also re-signed by them.
Nevertheless, given that the Knicks have the option to extend Jalen Brunson, their most significant offseason acquisition may occur in the coming days.
Even though he would be leaving a lot of money on the table, Jalen Brunson might sign an extension with the New York Knicks this offseason, according to NBA reporter Fred Katz of The Athletic.
Given that Brunson inked a free-agent contract with the Knicks in July 2022, he is not eligible for the super max. The lefty and New York agreed to a $104 million, four-year contract. Brunson would be eligible to receive a maximum contract worth an estimated $269.1 million over five years if he waited until 2025.
He would only be eligible for a $156.5 million four-year contract if he were to accept the one that is offered to him on July 12.Katz claims that Brunson is thinking about accepting the extension during the off-season.
Waiting until next year makes more financial sense, but there is a risk involved. Brunson might lose out on a huge sum of money if he were injured.
Brunson has shown the New York Knicks and the NBA as a whole that he is well deserving of whatever amount he signs for, whether it is in the offseason or in 2025.
The Villanova product, who is only 6-foot-2, has overcome the odds. His best season to date was 2023–24, when he performed brilliantly in the playoffs when it mattered the most.
