Clippers make qualifying offers to four key players
LOS ANGELES -- The Clippers made qualifying offers Wednesday to Elton Brand, Corey Maggette, Andre Miller and Lamar Odom, all of whom will become restricted free agents July 1.
Such offers are required in order for the team to have the right to match any offers the quartet might receive.
"These players are an important part of our team," said Elgin Baylor, vice president of basketball operations.
The Clippers can begin negotiations with the four players July 1 and can sign any of them to contracts after July 16.
Center Michael Olowokandi, guard Eric Piatkowski and backup center Sean Rooks are eligible to become unrestricted free agents July 1.
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