New NBA Rules Limit Contenders in Buyout Market, Opening Door for Non-Playoff Teams
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New CBA rules restrict teams over the luxury tax apron from signing bought out players above the non-taxpayer mid-level exception salary. This locks out top contenders from the buyout market.
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Gordon Hayward and Kyle Lowry are big name players to watch for potential buyouts. Both could help playoff teams with their shot creation and experience.
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P.J. Tucker is another vet who could get bought out and would add strong defense for a contender, though his effectiveness may be declining.
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Delon Wright is a lesser known name but solid defender who could help a playoff team's bench defense if he returns to old form post-buyout.
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Teams like the Timberwolves, Magic, and Lakers stand out as non-tax teams who could benefit from the new buyout rules and have minutes and roles to offer veterans.