Basketball Tornado: Gedraitis and Micić in a Whirlwind of Uncertainty and Millions!
Thought the basketball summer was boring? Think again! Two big names, Rokas Gedraitis and Vasilije Micić, are in the spotlight—not for dazzling plays on the court, but for drama surrounding their careers and multi-million euro contracts.
Gedraitis – Stay or Go? Mystery at Crvena Zvezda
Lithuanian basketball player Rokas Gedraitis, who signed a two-year contract with Crvena Zvezda a year ago, now finds himself at a crossroads. The team currently has 21 players under contract! To make matters worse, three new signings have arrived, making Gedraitis’s position uncertain.
“There is complete uncertainty around me now. I’m waiting for the next ten to fifteen days. There’s a 50% chance I stay and 50% chance I leave,” Gedraitis admitted candidly while at the national team camp.
His nerves are not eased by the fact that there have been no contacts with Lithuania’s biggest clubs like Žalgiris or Rytas. “I’d rather stay abroad, but if there’s a chance to stay in another country, why not?” he added.
Micić – The Serbian Playmaker Who Conquered Europe and Now Heads to Real Madrid
On the other hand, Vasilije Micić, one of the most sought-after European basketball players this summer, has made his final decision. The Serbian playmaker is signing a two-year contract with Real Madrid worth a whopping 8.5 million euros! Yes, you read that right—8.5 million euros for two years.
Though there were rumors of offers from Olympiacos, Fenerbahçe, and even Hapoel Tel Aviv, Micić chose to continue his career with the royal club. Recall, this summer he was traded from Phoenix to Charlotte and then waived by Milwaukee, making him an unrestricted free agent.
Besides the Real Madrid contract, Micić will receive an additional two million dollars from Milwaukee over the next three years, making his total earnings truly impressive.
What Does This Mean for European Basketball?
While Gedraitis wavers between staying and leaving, Micić has already taken a big step toward the top of European basketball. These cases show how uncertain and dynamic the basketball scene is this summer.
Crvena Zvezda faces the problem of having too many players, which could lead to real chaos in the team. On the other hand, Micić’s transfer to Real Madrid shows that European clubs can still attract top talents, even when those players are on the edge of NBA careers.
Conclusion: Basketball Transfers as a Soap Opera
If you thought football transfers were crazy, wait until you see what’s happening in basketball! Gedraitis and Micić are just the tip of the iceberg. While one doesn’t know where he’ll play next season, the other has already signed a contract many can only dream of.
So, what about you? Which transfer surprised you the most? Or maybe you have a favorite? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s the real expert on basketball transfers!
