Jul 20, 2017
7:16:30am
7:16:30am
He's a unheralded rookie on a small team in a small town. I doubt he'll make
much this year -- probably under $100K. If he does well, he could potentially sign for much more next year. Or, if he doesn't do well, he could get released and end up playing in the Philippines soon. We shall see.
For those who think Mika is signing for $200K or more, here is a quote from an article on European basketball salaries from a few years ago, when the euro was much stronger than it is now:
"Average overseas players can get a $65,000 contract with ease. Depending on the league that players get into in Europe, salaries can start as high as $100,000."
http://sportsagentblog.com/2012/07/30/nba-d-league-vs-european-basketball-why-dont-more-players-go-to-europe/
Also:
"In Italy, teams tend to be unreliable. A lot of people have left without receiving all of their salary. Also, not being paid on time is common. If you get hurt, you are not guaranteed that you will get all of your salary or that the team will take care of you. This depends on the team and your status on the team."
https://keepingitheel.com/2012/05/26/the-411-on-overseas-basketball-is-it-worth-it/
Also:
For those who think Mika is signing for $200K or more, here is a quote from an article on European basketball salaries from a few years ago, when the euro was much stronger than it is now:
"Average overseas players can get a $65,000 contract with ease. Depending on the league that players get into in Europe, salaries can start as high as $100,000."
http://sportsagentblog.com/2012/07/30/nba-d-league-vs-european-basketball-why-dont-more-players-go-to-europe/
Also:
"In Italy, teams tend to be unreliable. A lot of people have left without receiving all of their salary. Also, not being paid on time is common. If you get hurt, you are not guaranteed that you will get all of your salary or that the team will take care of you. This depends on the team and your status on the team."
https://keepingitheel.com/2012/05/26/the-411-on-overseas-basketball-is-it-worth-it/
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IIRC they also have a built in room and board as part of the package for all foreign players in most euro pro leagues
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You need to realize that those numbers factor in all divisions. He's in the top one. Now way he's under 100. That's
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