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Multiple media outlets reported Tuesday night that the star
forward's new deal is not for the maximum money allowed under
the NBA's collective-bargaining agreement.
Anthony's five-year, $124 million contract is $5 million below
the maximum he could have received, giving the Knicks extra cash
to pursue additional pieces.
Anthony also reportedly received a no-trade clause in his
contract. According to the New York Daily News, the only other
NBA players with no-trade clauses are Los Angeles Lakers guard
Kobe Bryant, San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan, Brooklyn Nets
forward Kevin Garnett and Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki
According to ESPNNewYork.com, Anthony can opt out of his
contract following the fourth year, potentially allowing him to
become a free agent again in the summer of 2018.
Anthony will make $22,458,000 in the 2014-15 season, and he will
receive only a small raise the following season. By not giving
Anthony the full allowable salary hike, the Knicks hope to chase
top free agents next summer, when players such as guard Rajon
Rondo and forward Kevin Love could be on the market.
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