Apr. 7, 2012; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns center Marcin Gortat (4) and Lakers center Andrew Bynum (17) battle for the rebound during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the US Airways Center. The Suns defeated the Lakers 125-105. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The Cleveland Cavaliers have now signed two former Lakers during this free agency period: Earl Clark and Andrew Bynum. According to reports, Bynum’s deal is worth $24. 5 million over two years, but the Cavaliers can decide if they want to bring Bynum back or not with a team option.
Andrew Bynum's deal w/ Cleveland will include $6 million of $12M guaranteed in year 1, league source says. Team option of $12.5M for 14-'15.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 10, 2013
This is a nice deal for the Cavs because they are only guaranteeing $6 million, and if this works out, they are getting one of the top centers in the league for a very nice price. He has shown the potential to be on the of best in the league, it’s just a matter of effort with Bynum. Another reason this is a good move for the Cavs is, even with this signing, they could be able to offer a max contract next season. However, they may have to make a couple moves like the Houston Rockets did to get Dwight Howard (sorry).