Finally some good news from our favorite team.
As first reported on 95.5 The Game, center Marcus Camby is close to signing an extension with the Portland Trail Blazers. Camby's agent Rick Kaplan told Jason Quick:
"Since the day Marcus was traded, the Blazers and Marcus made it clear it was not for an interim engagement. It has been our goal to get something done, and hopefully he will stay in Portland long term.''
The total deal, which is reportedly awaiting league approval, is said to be worth $21 million for two years. Camby will also be eligible for roughly $4 Million in incentives.
Some sources report that a deal is close to being made in principle, whereas other sources report the Trail Blazers and Camby will announce the extension today. For rolling updates and some great analysis, check out Ben Golliver's post over at Blazersedge.com.
For salary cap implications, go here. In my opinion, this signing if it indeed occurs, is a win-win-win for all parties involved.
First, the Blazers get a big man, someone who has (c ...
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