Juwan Howard contract was ending and it was time to enter into negotiations with the Bullets. Juwan’s loyalty was to the Bullets, and he liked living in Washington. Juwan had anticipated an offer from The Washington Bullets. He hoped the offer would be enough to stay where his heart was. The Miami Heat leaked a rumor they would sign Juwan for his $100 million asking price. When Washington offered $78.4 million, the negotiations started.
The Washington Bullets, General Manager Wes Unseld was cautious about the negotiations, keeping in mind the salary cap. Unseld’s first offer of $78.4 million was the amount the franchise could manage to pay for without manipulating salaries and bonuses. Unseld viewed the offer of $78.4