Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Contract: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Hornets SF

August 24th, 2015 by Scott Polacek Leave a reply »
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist has spent his entire career as a member of the Charlotte Hornets, and he will reportedly remain with the franchise that drafted him for the foreseeable future.

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Kidd-Gilchrist in Line for Contract Extension Monday, Aug. 24 Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports reported the Hornets were “finalizing a four-year, $52 million contract extension” with the former Kentucky Wildcat. Wojnarowski pointed out that Kidd-Gilchrist is “eligible for a rookie extension prior to the start of the 2015-16 season” as a member of the 2012 draft class.

The impending contract extension will prevent Kidd-Gilchrist from becoming a restricted free agent following the upcoming season.

The forward averaged 10.9 points and 7.6 rebounds per game in 2014-15, both career highs. He is only 21 years old, so the statistical improvement likely encouraged the Hornets front office and contributed to the decision to offer this extension.

Kidd-Gilchrist is a matchup nightmare at 6'7" with the athleticism to blow by slower defenders and the leaping ability to contribute on the boards.

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