Quote Originally Posted by NYCPG
Why would Melo leave NY, give up 30 MIL to go to a team that will probably get swept in the first round this year by the Wizards? Lateral move at best. Melo has a better chance at being patient and waiting for Phil to attract talent.
I think Melo has said he doesn't want to wait another year to contend. Waiting for all that cap space in 2015 though could turn out great though.

re: the $30M dollars- superstars likely get an opt out after 3 seasons (like Dwight) so they can resign another huge multi-year deal to make up for the lost guaranteed $30M. I ultimately think he stays though.