DeMar DeRozan emphasizes that his main priority is to continue playing basketball as he enters the final year of his $73 million contract. He expressed appreciation for playing alongside Russell Westbrook, whom he considers family.
For DeRozan, the priority remains simple even as he enters the final year of his three-year, $73 million deal. “Most important part is still being able to play basketball,” he said. “To play the game that you love.” He also praised the chance to share the floor with Russell Westbrook, calling him “basically family.” DeRozan said, “It’s amazing to be able to sit next to somebody where you know exactly where he come from and to see how much we accomplish.”
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DeMar DeRozan is entering the final year of his three-year, $73 million contract.
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