I agree with a lot of what you said. But it really depends on a persons financial situation and their educational goals.

I don't know what he thinks, but just in general for a player that is marginal skill level and not bought into school... if he can make $80k-$250k+ for 4-5 years bouncing around, we're capitalists, don't see how that bothers people. It might be the most per year he makes in his lifetime and use as fuel for rest of life.

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Posted by mrbayoublu

Acadiana

Member since Jan 2004

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Posted on 4/6/18 at 8:57 pm to drizztiger

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if he can make $80k-$250k+

In the G league, $20k a year is standard. Of course, two way contracts up the salary. In Europe, yes, some bigger money can be made, but the player must be a high performance asset.

I don't think Brandon Sampson is very close to being a high performance asset in the G league or Euro league.

Brandon's upside has not been displayed nearly as much Tim Quarterman's was in college. Quarterman did show a few flashes of brilliance during his stay at LSU. Brandon has not come close to showing that.

And Brandon is not even close to the same level as Antonio Blakeney, who was just named G league rookie of the year. And, being rookie of the year doesn't automatically mean the player is moving up permanently to the NBA.

So, Brandon has great examples from former LSU players to guide him.

Wish him the best because he will need it.

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Posted by LSUButt

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Member since Jan 2006

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Posted on 4/6/18 at 10:28 pm to drizztiger

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$80k-$250k+ for 4-5 years

We as a community and culture need to start recognizing the factual financials. I'm guilty of it too, as we say "Oh, he'll go to Europe and make 150k."

Players in the G League make either $19,500 or $25,000 (No idea why those numbers are so specific, but there is an SI article about it). Going to play in the G League is not a glamorous gig unless you realllllly have a chance as a two-way player or sign some 10-day contracts. Also, the G League is VERY offensive, some of those scores are like 130-125 on a regular basis. Averaging 15 points isn't even that big of a deal. I just really don't know if Sampson has developed enough of the mental game to make it.

As for overseas, I believe Sampson could land in a mid-tier league. Something where it is a mix of lesser known College players, old vets, and players from that country. I would be willing to bet Sampson would make about 60-70k a year overseas...but is that worth it when you've been born and bred in Baton Rouge and have barely ever left it? Tough thing to do.

Again, all my thoughts...I just think taking a chance growing as a player, getting an education, and improving your skillset is very valuable to a young man's life.

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