Boris Diaw's resurgence since joining the San Antonio Spurs in 2012 has been almost inexplicable. Until now.
In the last two seasons, he has bent time and space with his passes, played solid defense on the likes of LeBron James and generally looked fleeter of foot.
Diaw’s resurgent play isn’t an accident. It’s a product of work and weight loss, and the latter appears to be founded on a specific clause in his contract.
ESPN’s Amin Elhassan (h/t CBS Sports’ James Herbert) reports the Spurs power forward’s contract includes $500,000 in potential, annual bonuses should he meet certain weight goals.
The magic number is 254 pounds, with three weigh-ins throughout the calendar year.
The deal is structured like this:
If Diaw weighs less than or equal to 254 pounds on Oct. 25, he makes $150,000.
If he still weighs less than or equal to 254 pounds by the Tuesday after the NBA All-Star Game, he makes another $150,000.
Lastly, if Diaw weighs in at 254 or less on April 1, he rakes in $200,000—because they really need him lean for th ...
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Report: Boris Diaw’s Contract Contains Monetary Incentives for Staying in Shape
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