Ballscientist

If Nash stays with Mavs next season, his salary is 5,750,000? Can Mavs give him a different offer? Do you think he will sign with other team?

How much does it cost to sign Kobe, Sheed and Payton?

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Storyteller

My guesses:

I think that Nash will opt out of his deal and becomes an UFA. I would also guess that he re-signs with Dallas. $8-9 million to start would not be a surprise, although I personally don't think he's worth more than $7 million to begin with.

Sheed will probably sign a similar deal to stay with Detroit.

Kobe will demand a maximum contract - $13.5 million next season - once he opts out of his deal. Chances are good that he stays with the Lakers.

Payton? If he opts out, he'll get the MLE from some team but no more.