http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ en-us https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/dede43441dd432e0bbe469e7abb231a4?s=400&d=mm&r=g http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ Morten Jensen's stories. Copyright 2024 Forbes Media LLC http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/05/18/the-nbas-new-140-veteran-extension-is-a-problem/ The new CBA raised NBA veteran extensions from 120% to 140%, but the change undershot the value of deals around the league, and has thus become a problem. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_6647dad7b7965e5f3a337f38 Sat, 18 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2024-05-18T06:00:00-04:00 The new CBA raised NBA veteran extensions from 120% to 140%, but the change undershot the value of deals around the league, and has thus become a problem. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/05/17/toronto-is-looking-to-trade-bruce-brown-and-thats-the-right-move/ The Toronto Raptors are reportedly looking to shop Bruce Brown, and that's the right play for a team trying to get younger. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_6647d9031e4eb8372003d310 Fri, 17 May 2024 18:29:37 -0400 2024-05-17T18:29:44-04:00 The Toronto Raptors are reportedly looking to shop Bruce Brown, and that's the right play for a team trying to get younger. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/05/14/nic-claxton-holds-key-to-brooklyn-nets-offseason/ The Brooklyn Nets wish to get better next season, but the free agency of Nic Claxton will have something to say about that. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_664320149c3df41d698f8794 Tue, 14 May 2024 04:29:50 -0400 2024-05-14T04:30:03-04:00 The Brooklyn Nets wish to get better next season, but the free agency of Nic Claxton will have something to say about that. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/05/06/how-jamal-crawford-transitioned-from-player-to-media-personality/ Jamal Crawford spent 20 years on the NBA hardwood, and is now becoming a prominent media voice. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_6638d63e02ab85659bf50b4b Mon, 06 May 2024 10:00:21 -0400 2024-05-06T10:37:49-04:00 Jamal Crawford spent 20 years on the NBA hardwood, and is now becoming a prominent media voice. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/30/an-early-look-at-the-max-rookie-extension-players-from-the-2021-draft/ In a few months, the NBA offseason will be upon us, and that means members of the 2021 draft class are eligible for rookie extensions. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_66312daf5474d62bb867b86d Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:51:57 -0400 2024-05-07T00:01:24-04:00 In a few months, the NBA offseason will be upon us, and that means members of the 2021 draft class are eligible for rookie extensions. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/28/trendon-watford-could-be-hidden-gem-free-agent-this-summer/ The 22-year-old forward had played well over the course of two seasons, and could be a hidden game this summer as a free agent. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_662edefbd3f0c5255490f7b5 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 19:47:48 -0400 2024-05-06T23:51:32-04:00 The 22-year-old forward had played well over the course of two seasons, and could be a hidden game this summer as a free agent. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/25/nba-head-of-egypt-reaching-bal-is-now-a-goal-for-young-players/ NBA Head of Egypt, Mohamed Abdel-Motaleb Soliman, says the BAL has become "a goal" for young players, as they improve, signalling a rise in basketball interest. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_662ad541275ad9429001df3d Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:41:36 -0400 2024-05-02T09:27:34-04:00 NBA Head of Egypt, Mohamed Abdel-Motaleb Soliman, says the BAL has become "a goal" for young players, as they improve, signalling a rise in basketball interest. NBAE via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/24/how-the-kings-can-offer-malik-monk-more-than-78-million-next-year/ The Sacramento Kings are limited in what they can offer Malik Monk in free agency this summer, but have one card to play retain his services long-term. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_6628e5f4d3b4d9317b50469f Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:02:10 -0400 2024-05-02T06:19:12-04:00 The Sacramento Kings are limited in what they can offer Malik Monk in free agency this summer, but have one card to play retain his services long-term. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/22/demar-derozan-allegedly-offered-80-million-over-two-years-by-bulls/ Former NBA All-Star, DeMar DeRozan, has allegedly been offered a two-year deal worth $80 million by the Chicago Bulls, but does that serve their best interest? Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_6627281aa681aa022a46669b Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:21:20 -0400 2024-05-02T06:15:42-04:00 Former NBA All-Star, DeMar DeRozan, has allegedly been offered a two-year deal worth $80 million by the Chicago Bulls, but does that serve their best interest? Icon Sportswire via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/15/the-utah-jazz-have-a-lauri-markkanen-decision-on-their-hands/ The Utah Jazz can keep Lauri Markkanen around for a long time, but it would require a pivot in their approach. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_661d25d8ddba6b09eeaa2744 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 09:07:47 -0400 2024-04-16T03:36:38-04:00 The Utah Jazz can keep Lauri Markkanen around for a long time, but it would require a pivot in their approach. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/11/jrue-holidays-135-million-extension-should-age-well/ Jrue Holiday and the Boston Celtics have agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $135 million, and that deal should age well for the franchise. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_66184853cdf5d11f3536a12f Thu, 11 Apr 2024 16:34:18 -0400 2024-04-15T03:21:20-04:00 Jrue Holiday and the Boston Celtics have agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $135 million, and that deal should age well for the franchise. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/10/break-out-guard-keon-ellis-is-a-keeper-for-the-sacramento-kings/ The Sacramento Kings struck gold when they found guard Keon Ellis, and the 24-year-old has become a major piece for their rotation. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_66167344feb62175cbab61ee Wed, 10 Apr 2024 07:13:42 -0400 2024-04-15T03:14:45-04:00 The Sacramento Kings struck gold when they found guard Keon Ellis, and the 24-year-old has become a major piece for their rotation. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/09/the-future-is-here-and-its-now-decision-time-for-the-detroit-pistons/ The Detroit Pistons have just completed the third year with Cade Cunningham, and are behind schedule, which means changes should be coming. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_6615a464feb62175cba03d8c Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:28:50 -0400 2024-04-15T03:14:45-04:00 The Detroit Pistons have just completed the third year with Cade Cunningham, and are behind schedule, which means changes should be coming. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/04/05/bronny-james-eyes-the-nba-while-keeping-options-open/ Bronny James has entered both the NBA draft, and the NCAA transfer protocol, to keep his options open. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_66108276aa9f9b28fe0c698e Fri, 05 Apr 2024 19:03:16 -0400 2024-04-08T04:04:10-04:00 Bronny James has entered both the NBA draft, and the NCAA transfer protocol, to keep his options open. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/31/despite-losing-season-grizzlies-are-in-good-shape/ Despite multiple long-term injuries to the main core of the Memphis Grizzlies, their future might look brighter than ever. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_66095123e87b9c39e4573a88 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 08:08:05 -0400 2024-04-01T03:36:14-04:00 Despite multiple long-term injuries to the main core of the Memphis Grizzlies, their future might look brighter than ever. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/27/the-houston-rockets-need-to-pick-a-direction-and-stick-to-it/ The Houston Rockets spent big on Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, despite the presence of a young team. Soon, they will need to pick a side. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_660415586c22de208fce5cd2 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:50:31 -0400 2024-03-28T03:42:23-04:00 The Houston Rockets spent big on Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, despite the presence of a young team. Soon, they will need to pick a side. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/26/zach-edeys-size-is-both-a-blessing--curse-from-nba-perspective/ 7'4 center Zach Edey has supporters and detractors, but his real NBA value is found somewhere in the middle. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_6602d69ccc474a0c7ae95fbc Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:12:07 -0400 2024-03-27T04:00:11-04:00 7'4 center Zach Edey has supporters and detractors, but his real NBA value is found somewhere in the middle. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/25/after-ncaa-tournament-loss-nba-draft-now-awaits-for-cody-williams/ Due to the combination of size, touch, and feel for the game, Colorado's Cody Williams should not be lacking NBA interest if he enters the 2024 draft. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_66015e9622b92b06e393e435 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:36:48 -0400 2024-03-26T06:05:10-04:00 Due to the combination of size, touch, and feel for the game, Colorado's Cody Williams should not be lacking NBA interest if he enters the 2024 draft. Icon Sportswire via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/23/its-time-for-the-brooklyn-nets-to-break-up/ The Brooklyn Nets are 26-45 on the season, and are in dire need of sweeping changes, which means opening the door for a Mikal Bridges trade. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_65ff842b9974540e0c1cd2d9 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 21:45:48 -0400 2024-03-26T01:50:40-04:00 The Brooklyn Nets are 26-45 on the season, and are in dire need of sweeping changes, which means opening the door for a Mikal Bridges trade. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/22/analyzing-the-draft-status-of-sheppard--dillingham-after-ncaa-loss/ Rob Dillingham went for 10 points and six rebounds, with Reed Sheppard collecting three points & four assists in early NCAA loss. How will this affect their draft status? Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_65fd6a403c49a23234d99236 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:35:03 -0400 2024-03-26T01:48:34-04:00 Rob Dillingham went for 10 points and six rebounds, with Reed Sheppard collecting three points & four assists in early NCAA loss. How will this affect their draft status? NCAA Photos via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/19/devin-vassell-is-looking-the-part-of-a-second-star-for-spurs/ Flying under the radar in San Antonio, in large part due to the coming out party of Victor Wembanyama, is shooting guard Devin Vassell. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_65f97b28c232de69988827c8 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:50:31 -0400 2024-03-20T04:08:56-04:00 Flying under the radar in San Antonio, in large part due to the coming out party of Victor Wembanyama, is shooting guard Devin Vassell. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/16/trail-blazers-must-find-way-to-keep-deandre-ayton-dominance-going/ Since the conclusion of All-Star Weekend Deandre Ayton has been putting up over 25 points and 15 rebounds per game. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_65f61adabfc55b613e4727d3 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 18:22:53 -0400 2024-03-18T00:15:39-04:00 Since the conclusion of All-Star Weekend Deandre Ayton has been putting up over 25 points and 15 rebounds per game. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/12/the-nuggets-long-term-thinking-seems-to-be-working/ The Denver Nuggets have made several draft picks in recent years, despite being a championship contender, and that thinking is seemingly serving them well. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_65f06921813ecc54b8c28d66 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:42:14 -0400 2024-03-14T03:57:20-04:00 The Denver Nuggets have made several draft picks in recent years, despite being a championship contender, and that thinking is seemingly serving them well. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/03/08/for-houston-alperen-engn-needs-to-be-their-main-priority/ For almost three seasons, the Houston Rockets have had a franchise player on their roster. They just haven't realized it. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_65eadb34fc8929714c02ae5e Fri, 08 Mar 2024 04:35:55 -0500 2024-03-12T03:55:33-04:00 For almost three seasons, the Houston Rockets have had a franchise player on their roster. They just haven't realized it. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/2024/02/28/bulls-guard-ayo-dosunmu-is-finally-finding-his-way/ Third-year Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu has over the past 18 games played like a starter, which should bode well for his immediate future. Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor Morten Stig Jensen, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/mortenjensen/ content_65dfc9ff480ecd3da4114652 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:07:52 -0500 2024-03-04T12:05:38-05:00 Third-year Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu has over the past 18 games played like a starter, which should bode well for his immediate future. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard