As an agent, it’s never fun to lose a client. Especially when that client could potentially ink a lucrative, multi-year extension in a matter of months.
Harrison Barnes sent his agent, Jeff Wechsler, packing today, according to Chris Haynes of the Northwest Ohio Media Group. With Barnes due for an extension — the deadline is Oct. 31 — the 23-year-old forward decided he needed better representation.
Wechsler’s only other NBA client was Kyrie Irving, and Irving came close to firing him as well.
NBA: Top 25 Players Under 25 Years OldIn any case, whoever Barnes hires next will have the luxury — or the stress — of negotiating a new contract for the young swingman.