Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has made a bold move by parting ways with his agent, Joe Smith of Wasserman, to represent himself in all on-court matters. This decision comes at a crucial time, as Gilgeous-Alexander is eligible for a supermax extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder worth nearly $300 million. By representing himself, he could save up to $12 million in agent fees, which typically range from 3-5% of the contract value.
It’s worth noting that Gilgeous-Alexander will still have representation for off-court ventures, with Simon G of “I Love Management” handling his marketing and business deals. This move isn’t unprecedented, as other NBA players like Joel Embiid have also chosen to represent themselves in the past.
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