US EditionShai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder reach $285M extension: ESPN
- ESPN reported Tuesday that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder agreed on a four-year, $285 million supermax extension, making him the NBA's highest-paid player by annual salary.
- Following his historic 2024-25 season, Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to their first NBA championship and won both regular-season and Finals MVP honors.
- Gilgeous-Alexander's $285 million extension begins in 2027-28, with an average salary of $71.25 million, about $1 million per game, set as NBA's highest annual salary.
- As a result of the historic extension, the Thunder are positioned as long-term contenders but must plan for roster flexibility as their cap share rises, according to ESPN reports.
- Beyond this deal, the Thunder's cap share is set to rise to 35% in 2027-28, requiring roster flexibility for future signings, according to ESPN reports.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has set a salary record by signing a contract extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder of the North American Basketball League (NBA).
Thunder, Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reach agreement on contract extension: report
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander agreed to a supermax contract valued at $285 million. The deal makes the Thunder star the highest-paid NBA player in history based on annual salary.
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NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes decision over his Thunder future
THE reigning NBA MVP and champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a massive decision over his future with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 26-year-old basketball star has secured the fifth-biggest contract in sports history. GettyOklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander speaks to ESPN’s Lisa Salters after a playoff game in May[/caption] The 2024-25 NBA MVP Gilgeous-Alexander celebrates after his Thunder beats the Indiana Pacers in Game…
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