Mike Conley has so many reasons to smile heading into this NBA season. The Grizzlies point guard is the highest paid player in the league after signing his massive $153 million dollar contract this summer. He also is on a team that always finds a way to be competitive, even when you think they won’t. Perhaps what brings the biggest smile to his face at the moment however is the fact he will never have to wear Steph Curry’s Under Armour kicks again after signing with Jordan brand.
(Video) NBA: Mike Conley Speaks Out Against Social Injustice After Being Inspired By Fellow NBA Stars
Mike Conley may not have the same name recognition as NBA stars like Carmelo Anthony or Lebron James but after signing his $153 million dollar contract with the Grizzlies, he certainly has the same money as guys like that and he knows with money comes responsibility. Conley admitted to not even being able to celebrate or feel happy for his new deal because of all the things going on in the world, especially here at home, with the shooting deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile at the hands of police and the shooting deaths of five police officers in Dallas. He knows it’s time for change and he used the opportunity of his press conference this week to speak on it and explain how he was inspired by Melo, Lebron, Chris Paul and Dwyane Wade after their speech at the ESPYS.
NBA: Mike Conley Resigns With Grizzlies For Five Years/$153 Million Making Him The Highest Paid Player Ever!
Mike Conley has never made an all-star team. He has never been selected to play for team USA in the Olympics. He has never won an MVP award or even been recognized as the best player at his position. Today however, none of that matters because one thing he does have is the richest contract in NBA history! The Grizzlies have reportedly offered a five year deal worth $153 million. On average he will make more than $30 million per season which is the highest ever.
(Photos/Video) NBA: Mike Conley Gives Update While Showing Off His Bruised Face & Busted Eye
In Game 3, Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum accidentally elbowed Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley in the face. McCollum’s elbow caught Conley in his left eye, fracturing bones around it. Conley left the game and had to undergo surgey to repair the fracture. The surgey was successful but caused some serious swelling in Conley’s face. Conley returned during game 5 to support his teammates and wasn’t shy about his busted eye being on display.
NBA: Mike Conley Out For Game 4
Injury has plagued starting point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies Mike Conley this season. His latest injury is a ‘serious’ facial injury below his left eye, according to Ron Tillery of the Commercial Appeal.
