I think this was a bad move on the Suns part. I mean this guy is always injured year, and at the age of 34 he can't run the court either.
34-year-old Grant Hill will bring whatever Magic he has left to Phoenix this season. (AI Wire)
The overhaul of the Orlando Magic continued Thursday with free agent Grant Hill, who fell short of expectations in seven injury-marred seasons with the franchise, deciding to sign with the Phoenix Suns.
Hill's agent, Lon Babby, said Thursday that Hill has agreed in principle to a two-year deal — known as a bi-annual exception — for $1.8 million this season and almost $2 million in 2008-09 at the player's option. Teams can offer $1.2 million as the mid-level exception for veterans, but can offer the bigger $1.8 million bi-annually.
The deal will not be considered official until July 11, the first day free agents are allowed to officially sign new contracts. Hill also considered the Pistons, Heat, Mavs and Spurs but ultimately chose the Suns because of their ability to give him a meaningful role on the team and a chance at a championship.
The overhaul of the Orlando Magic continued Thursday with free agent Grant Hill, who fell short of expectations in seven injury-marred seasons with the franchise, deciding to sign with the Phoenix Suns.
Hill's agent, Lon Babby, said Thursday that Hill has agreed in principle to a two-year deal — known as a bi-annual exception — for $1.8 million this season and almost $2 million in 2008-09 at the player's option. Teams can offer $1.2 million as the mid-level exception for veterans, but can offer the bigger $1.8 million bi-annually.
The deal will not be considered official until July 11, the first day free agents are allowed to officially sign new contracts. Hill also considered the Pistons, Heat, Mavs and Spurs but ultimately chose the Suns because of their ability to give him a meaningful role on the team and a chance at a championship.
