Trade & FA 2024-25:

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That list has Eric Gordon on it, who is lesser than Kinard in every facet and 35 vs 27.  If we are using articles to show the bigger picture, here is a counter example:

The Derrick White All-Stars: 10 Players Who Could Complete a Contender - The Ringer

If Luke Kennard can be had at the BAE or less, it would be a no brainer to sign him, even though I am skeptical Kidd will utilize him properly.

Maybe Kennard gets more than the minimum. Maybe not. I just included Kennard because he fit into the shooting specialist role.  It's not about a specific name. It is about the amount of rotation players vs available contracts above the minimum. Point is that legit rotation players will miss out on bigger contracts and play for the minimum. Including players that fit into the THJ (bench shooting) role.