Going into the past season, Thunder GM Sam Presti pushed all in by dealing for Paul George and Carmelo Anthony. In doing so, he brought on two large contracts with player options for second years which could ruin the immediate financial future of the franchise.
While all eyes are on George and his decision to stay another year or sign a long-term deal elsewhere, the Melo drama continues. Anthony has already been adamant about his role on the team, despite a disappointing season.
Should Melo opt into the final year, OKC would owe him just under $28 million.