A surprising revelation has emerged regarding Quentin Grimes’ contract negotiations with the Philadelphia 76ers.
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Sixers did not make a formal offer to Grimes until the week before training camp, leaving talks to drag on throughout the summer.
Offer Far Below Expectations
Grimes had been seeking a deal in the $25 million per year range, but the Sixers reportedly never came close. Their highest one-year offer topped out at just $9 million, creating a massive gap between expectations and reality. The Sixers reportedly saw little reason to make a serious offer until the final week before camp.
Grimes’ Performance and Market Value
Grimes’ performance last season underscores why he remains in demand. After being traded from Dallas midseason, he averaged:
- 21.9 points
- 5.2 rebounds
- 4.5 assists
over 28 games with Philadelphia.
Multiple reports suggest his next contract could range from $40 million to $75 million over several years, highlighting the value he brings despite the rocky negotiations.