Brook Lopez, one of the most beloved players in the NBA, has officially signed on with the LA Clippers. Upon hitting free agency he signed a two-year deal worth $18 million. The 37-year-old center recently completed an impressive two-year, $48 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. He was a key contributor to their championship-winning 2020-21 season.
We all remember the buzz Lopez created the last time he hit free agency. He’s the only player in NBA history to record more than 2,000 career blocks and 1,000 career three-pointers. This extraordinary feat cements his legacy and dynamic play on the court during his highly productive 17-year NBA career.
As evidence of Lopez’s brilliant prowess, last season he managed to play a whopping 2,546 minutes. This was his highest total since the 2010-11 season and the third highest total of his career. Across 80 games with the Bucks, he averaged 13 points, 5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and an impressive 1.9 blocks per game. His contributions were critical in keeping the Bucks engine revved for the entire 2021-2022 run.
The change to the LA Clippers will be a fresh start for Lopez’s career, one that hasn’t come easy. His agents at Wasserman bustled day and night to orchestrate his exit from Milwaukee. Now that they’ve successfully done just that, successfully negotiating a new agreement, their hard work has paid off. The Clippers can’t wait to unlock Lopez’s talent and pedigree. With a new season fast approaching, they all have their sights set on improving upon their showings from last year.
Lopez remained for seven thrilling seasons with the Bucks. Over the course of that time, he went from league fan favorite to the face of a franchise to one of the key players in pro football. His ability to stretch the floor with his shooting while being a defensive stalwart has made him an invaluable asset for any team.
Lopez has received plenty of individual accolades. His championship experience will come in handy for the Clippers as they pursue their first NBA title. His leadership and on-court presence would fit right in with the roster dynamic that the team has created over the last four seasons.
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