Despite what many believed was possible, the Los Angeles Lakers were able to create a max-contract slot when Anthony Davis decided to waive his trade kicker worth $4 million.
That move, combined with the Lakers dealing three contracts to the Washington Wizards as an extension of the original trade gives the Lakers around $32 million to spend, with Kawhi Leonard being the primary target.
The news of Davis waiving his trade kicker came as a surprise to many as it was basically free money. Regardless of how rich someone is, it is very difficult to envision someone turning down a free $4 million.