The Houston Rockets are among the teams that would have “strong interest” in acquiring forward Andre Iguodala if he was bought out by the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ESPN's Tim MacMahon.
The Los Angeles Lakers are another team that would be in line to snatch him off waivers, likely using his connection for former sports agent Rob Pelinka, who is now the general manager for the organization.
Iguodala was traded by the Golden State Warriors to the Grizzlies to make the necessary room to acquire D'Angelo Russell in a blockbuster sign-and-trade deal with the Brooklyn Nets — one that shipped out star forward Kevin Durant.
The veteran would have to agree to a buyout of the $17.2 million remaining in his contract, a figure he'd likely try to milk in any negotiations.
It's worth remembering that Iguodala flirted with the Rockets before signing his three-year, $48 million deal with the Warriors in 2017, an interest that has remained earnest for a franchise hoping to amass talent.
The Arizona product is likely in the last leg of his NBA career, plagued by postseason injuries after playing an arduous load, having been carefully guided through the season in a less-demanding minutes allocation.
If Iggy comes to Clutch City, it is likely as a reserve player, providing a spark in the low-to-mid 20s with potential to play more if needed.
In the release of his memoir: “The Sixth Man,” Iguodala was acutely aware of doing the best for his body and retiring at the right time, so if he does seek a buyout, it's likely he won't play in the league for long thereafter.
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