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It became abundantly clear that for Hill, financial security took precedence over championship aspirations. Despite moving to a less competitive environment, Hill acknowledged that when "somebody comes to you with a lot of money," it changes priorities. His motivations became clearer when he stated that he opted for Miami over other potential suitors because of the favorable tax implications.
This decision was labeled rational—the pressure to secure generational wealth while still in his playing prime is understandable. After all, as players approach their thirties, opportunities for high-value contracts become increasingly rare.