The World Famous LayupDrill Rumor Mill
8/17/09
In the history of the NBA, there have been some pretty interesting incentives placed in contracts, but the writing that was placed in former Bobcat Sean May is unique. May, who was recently signed by the Kings, inked a one year deal, worth nearly $900,000. However, May can earn an additional $100,000 if he reports to training camp in shape. That’s right. May can earn money should he show up at his playing weight from his days at the University of North Carolina(265 lbs).
In other news, the on again, off again Ramon Sessions to New York rumors seem to be back on. Sessions and the Clippers have not been able to come to terms on a deal, and any other options seem limited for the Bucks guard. With the Bucks recent trade today to acquire Carlos Delfino as well, it may have sealed the fate of Sessions returning back to Milwaukee.
Yesterday in Las Vegas the Kings worked out former Bobcats forward Sean May. The workout was also seen by representatives from the Portland Trailblazers. May has played in just 82 games in his first three seasons in the NBA due to three different knee surgeries. There were also many reports that he had a falling out with Bobcats coach Larry Brown.
While the Kings were working out May, another King, Ike Diogu waits for his fate. On a team that is clearly looking for frontcourt help, many are confused as to why Diogu hasn’t received a contract offer. Diogu was impressive in starting the last two games of the season for the Kings, but his team option was declined. Many expected him to be brought back into the fold with the Kings at a lower price. That has not happened. Diogu waits patiently.
“I was disappointed (the Kings declined the offer), because I felt that I handled myself extremely well in a very tough situation last year,” Diogu said by phone from Phoenix. “I felt I could’ve helped the team a lot earlier than I was given the chance to, and I felt like they knew what they were getting.”
It remains unclear if Diogu or May will receive offers from the Kings, who clearly need to fortify the frontcourt.
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