Nerlens Noel Contract Turned Down

Nerlens Noel Rejects $70 Million Contract Extension

Noel Declines Mavericks' Four-Year Offer

As a restricted free agent, Noel turned down a four-year, $70 million contract extension from the Dallas Mavericks in the summer of 2021.

In a lawsuit filed against his former agent, Rich Paul, Noel alleges that Paul's negligence led to the failed contract negotiations. According to the complaint, Noel could have secured a more lucrative deal in the 2016 and 2017 free agent markets, but Paul's inaction prevented him from doing so.

Noel's decision to decline the Mavericks' offer has been a topic of debate among NBA analysts. Some argue that he made a mistake by passing up on the security of a long-term contract, while others believe that he is betting on himself and his ability to improve his value on the open market.

Only time will tell if Noel's decision was the right one. However, for the time being, he remains a valuable asset for the Pistons, who are looking to make a playoff push in the 2023-24 season.