In the video below, Joe Smith, a former NBA player, refuted claims that the Golden State Warriors presented him with an $80 million contract during his initial two seasons with the team.
Smith clarified that while he was in the midst of contract discussions with the Warriors, he was traded to the 76ers and was only offered a deal ranging between $50 and $60 million.
Additionally, he recounted the firsthand experience of witnessing his teammate Latrell Sprewell’s infamous altercation with their coach, which occurred just as Smith was about to be traded.
Smith expressed that the incident had a profound impact on him, making him realize that basketball was more of a business than a sport.
Ultimately, the disruption caused by this event adversely affected the team’s chemistry, leading to further complications down the road.
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