J.J. Redick: 5 potential landing spots in 2017 NBA free agency
By Simon Smith
5. Brooklyn Nets
On Redick’s behalf, this would be purely a cash-dive.
With the Nets having compiled a 41-123 record over the last two seasons, this would represent a great shock to the system, having competed for a Clippers team that had just completed their fifth consecutive 50-plus win season.
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Redick has experienced a great deal of team success, both with his time with the Clippers, and his original home, the Orlando Magic. So at 33 year old, Redick would be somewhat entering unchartered territory.
However, recent reports have strongly suggested that a Redick-Nets partnership is a real possibility.
Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer stated in a recent piece that the Nets are expected to make a strong push at Redick this summer. Furthermore, the New York Post has taken it a step further, suggesting that Redick’s recent purchase of a penthouse in Brooklyn could make the recruiting process a touch easier.
A part of the piece included the following:
"“With J.J. Redick owning a condo in DUMBO, he’s arguably the best basketball player in Brooklyn and has been working out with Jeremy Lin. The Nets are hoping to make that a full-time tandem, with two sources telling The Post the team is interested in signing the unrestricted free agent this summer.”"
#Nets are interested in signing J.J. Redick, who already lives and works out in Brooklyn https://t.co/4MpkEc9bbr
— New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) June 27, 2017
According to Spotrac, the Nets currently have $21.9 million in cap space, the highest in the league. Furthermore, the Los Angeles Times recently reported that Redick is expected to be seeking an annual salary of $18-20 million per year.
Redick would fill a number of needs. Not only is he still among the best spot-up shooters ion the league, but his veteran presence would be invaluable for a team looking to rebuild its image following some recent disastrous seasons.