The San Antonio Spurs further strengthened their frontline by signing Tobias Harris on Wednesday. They agreed to a two-year $31 million contract, giving the team an NBA veteran who can play at both forward positions.
Harris new deal pushed his total career earnings close to $330 million. He entered the league as the No. 19 pick in 2011 out of Tennessee. The 6-foot-8 forward has since bounced around the NBA, already suiting up for five franchises.
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However, he has remained a highly sought-after contributor who continues to secure lucrative contracts. Legion Hoops posted the development on X and fans reacted in the comments section.
“His agent is your favorite agents favorite agent,” one user said.
“The nba is crazy cause this dude been mid for 10 years,” a comment read.
“He kept his head down and played his role all the way to the bank,” one fan wrote.
“The Kirk Cousins of the NBA,” posted another.
“330M without ever being a superstar is elite business. ngl,” a reaction read.
“His agent deserves a statue outside his palatial mansion,” another fan commented.
Tobias Harris’ NBA career
Harris played his first two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks. He was traded to the Orlando Magic in February 2013 and spent three years with the franchise. The 33-year-old was dealt again in February 2016, to the Detroit Pistons.
He also saw action for the Los Angeles Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers. Harris returned to the Pistons and spent the last two seasons with them. He is averaging 15.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 2.4 assists in his career.
