Caleb Martin believes he has developed significantly as a player during his tenure with the Miami Heat. However, this growth might now be overshadowed by financial considerations.
According to Mike Scotto of HoopsHype, Martin may seek a higher salary when free agency begins next month.
“Regarding free agency, Miami Heat swingman Caleb Martin is expected to decline his $7.13 million player option,” Scotto wrote. “And enter unrestricted free agency for a bigger payday this summer, league sources told HoopsHype.”
This stance contrasts with Martin’s comments following the Heat’s season-ending loss to the Boston Celtics in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. During his exit interview, Martin expressed his desire to stay with the team:
“I want to be here,” Martin said. “I’ve gotten better here and I believe I’ll continue to improve. I feel like I can adapt to whatever a team needs from me, whether it’s coming off the bench, bringing energy, or starting. My game has expanded in terms of shooting efficiency and consistency. I feel like I’ve made significant progress and will continue to make even larger strides.”
Evidently, Martin’s priorities may have shifted.
