Another person completes the buyout! Clarkson becomes a free agent, setting off a battle for the championship team to compete for the people

On July 1, big news came from the NBA free agent market. According to authoritative journalist Shams Charania, ESPN later confirmed that the Utah Jazz had officially reached a contract buyout agreement with team defender Jordan Clarkson. This experienced scorer has officially entered the free agent market and has quickly become the focus of many playoff and even championship teams. The buyout was settled, and after consultation between Jazz management and Rich Paul, CEO of Klutch Sports Company, to which Clarkson, the two sides finalized the buyout details. This means that Clarkson's $14.29 million contract for the 2025-26 season was terminated early. He did not have to wait for the free market to open next summer and could now choose to join the new team to prepare for the journey next season. After the news was announced, Clarkson said affectionately farewell to the Jazz who had played for many years on his personal social media. He wrote: "I left, but love still exists." The concise words expressed the complex mood of parting.

data speaks, that is, combat power is sought after

Although he only played 37 games due to injuries and other factors last season, Clarkson still averaged 16.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game. Although his overall shooting percentage is 40.9% and 36.4% from three-point shooting percentage are not top-notch, his "microwave"-style scoring explosiveness on the bench and his ability to handle key balls have long won reputation in the league. His ability to create opportunities and independently attack is the puzzle that many teams aiming to hit higher goals is a much-needed puzzle.

The goal is clear: Join the championship ranks

ESPN report clearly pointed out that Clarkson, who has become a free agent, has "the next goal of winning the championship team." Shams also added, "A lot of playoff teams have shown strong interest in it." Obviously, the Clarkson team made full use of this early buyout opportunity and focused on teams with championship competitiveness, hoping to launch an impact on the highest honor at this stage of their career. The free market caused a stir.

Clarkson's sudden flow into the market was like throwing a stone on a calm lake. As a scorer who has rich experience and proven himself, his cost-effectiveness is particularly prominent after buying out - the championship team can sign this soon-to-play battle power at a price far lower than the original annual salary of $14.29 million (probably the basic salary or some middle class). This undoubtedly provides an excellent opportunity for strong teams who urgently need to replenish their backcourt firepower and seek depth on the bench. A battle surrounding this super sixth man has quietly begun.

With the suspense of Clarkson's next home being implemented, the league's championship map may usher in new variables. Can this former best sixth man winner touch the O'Brien Cup in the next stop of his career? The answer will be revealed in the coming weeks.