Jeremy Lin recalls disappointment over Knicks not matching Rockets' offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:09 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Jeremy Lin expressed his feelings of disappointment after the New York Knicks did not match the Houston Rockets' contract offer. In a recent discussion, Lin detailed the emotional three-day wait for the decision, during which he believed the Knicks would ultimately offer him a deal. He mentioned attempts to negotiate a lower salary in hopes of remaining in New York, citing the Knicks' failure to present a viable offer and the challenges posed by the 'poison pill' in the Rockets' contract. Lin's reflections highlight the complexities of making decisions during that pivotal time in his career.
- •Jeremy Lin was disappointed by the Knicks' decision not to match the Rockets' offer.
- •Lin described the wait for a decision as emotionally taxing.
- •He attempted to negotiate a lower salary to stay with the Knicks.
- •The contract included a 'poison pill' clause, complicating negotiations.
- •Lin's reflections provide insight into the impact of contract decisions on players.
- 8:09 PMYahoo Sports — Jeremy Lin: I was crushed when the Knicks didn't match the Rockets' offer
"Jeremy Lin: I was crushed when the Knicks didn't match the Rockets' offer
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