Bonzi Wells wants to play for Nuggets
Bonzi Wells turned down a five- year, $36 million offer. Now he’s eyeing the Nuggets, who are concerned about the luxury tax.
It doesn’t appear to be a merger with a good chance of happening. But both sides are looking into it.
William Phillips, Wells’ agent, said Wednesday he has had discussions with the Nuggets this week about the free agent shooting guard. Wells recently rejected a deal to return to Sacramento at a starting salary of about $6 million.
“It’s just as strong as from the beginning (of free agency),” Phillips said of the Nuggets’ interest in Wells. “We’re focusing on a sign- and-trade.”
Bonzi would be playing for “Nuggets” both literally and figuratively…
The Nuggets have the $5.2 million midlevel exception, which is less than what Wells rejected. The Nuggets are being cautious because they are $3 million from the luxury tax.
Wells may want to reconsider this move. The air in Denver is very thin, which could lead to shortness of breath when he verbally assults an official. Just something to keep in mind.
Wells, Nuggets eye sign-and-trade deal (Rocky Mountain News)
