Calipari comments on NBA players taking salary discounts for teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 2:11 AM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
John Calipari addressed the trend of NBA players, such as Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama, accepting salary discounts while emphasizing team commitment. He noted that the existence of a second apron aims to discourage such practices but recognizes the players' desire to balance personal and team interests. Calipari expressed his support for players considering their teams while navigating their financial decisions.
- •John Calipari supports players like Brunson and Wembanyama taking discounts.
- •Calipari highlights the tension between personal earnings and team success.
- •He mentions the second apron rule aiming to limit salary sacrifices.
- •The discussion addresses broader trends impacting team roster construction.
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