Jameer Nelson Opts Out of Contract

[MR.ballin]

HoopsWorld

Jameer Nelson, the Orlando Magic’s point guard of the last eight seasons, opted out of the final year of his contract on Friday.

But Nelson’s entry into the unrestricted free-agent market doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll be leaving the Magic. New Orlando General Manager Rob Hennigan has said repeatedly in the past few days that the Magic want Nelson to be a part of the franchise for years to come, and veteran point guard echoed those feelings Friday night.

“I still hope to be with the Magic, but I have to see what direction I want to go with myself and I’ll have a decision to make,’’ Nelson said Friday night from his suburban Philadelphia home. “I want to be a Magic player, and it’s just about getting something done. I’m a free agent for the first time. It’s definitely weird. But it makes me feel good to hear that the Magic want me back. I have to do what’s best for me and my family, but I still want to be with the Magic.’’

 

[Giantmetfan07]

i don't get it...

 

[CameronCrazy06]

Yeah I don't either. He's probably going to be making less money than he would have if he had opted in (8.6 i think?). But we'll see.

 

[Pugz]

he just didnt wanna be trade bait or be distracted and asked questions all year about dwight. i dont blame him.