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When Lebron left for Miami, he set a new precedent IMO. He broke the barrier for 1st Team All NBA level guys, leaving their teams to join another 1st Team All NBA level Guy's team. Prior to that, you'd see big names leave their to chase a ring, but always aging stars like Malone, Drexler, etc. We simply live in a new era, where top names care less about being an alpha, and more about being able to collect rings.
These top guys know they are going to get paid wherever they go, so like you said why not just take a little pay cut and join the team that will get you glory. They all make a shit ton with sponsors anyway.