green came back for the vet min, paul didn't demand a 5th year on his contract, and KD signed for les than max.
A little more than 7 million per year? Still seems high for the level McDermott has produced at in his career. That said, I'd rather this than Ryan Anderson.
It's probably more like a 2 year contract with the 3rd year unguaranteed. They are banking on potential. Indiana has plenty of capspace but obviously had no intention to go on any bidding wars with the Magic over Gordon. They may still go after Smart though.