Last Updated on December 26, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Giannis Antetokounmpo, a cornerstone of the Milwaukee Bucks, has had a notable contract history since entering the NBA in 2013. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
Rookie Contract (2013–2016):
- Duration: 4 years
- Total Value: $8,615,141
- Average Annual Salary: $2,153,785
- Guaranteed at Signing: $3,665,760
- Signed Using: Rookie Scale Exception
- Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Restricted Free Agent in 2017
First Extension (2017–2021):
- Duration: 4 years
- Total Value: $100,000,000
- Average Annual Salary: $25,000,000
- Guaranteed at Signing: $100,000,000
- Signed Using: Bird Rights
- Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Unrestricted Free Agent in 2021
Supermax Extension (2021–2025):
- Duration: 5 years
- Total Value: $228,000,000
- Average Annual Salary: $45,600,000
- Signed Using: Designated Veteran Player Extension (Supermax)
- Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Unrestricted Free Agent in 2026
Recent Extension (2025–2028):
- Duration: 3 years
- Total Value: $186,000,000
- Average Annual Salary: $62,000,000
- Signed Using: Maximum Veteran Extension
- Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Unrestricted Free Agent in 2028
This progression reflects Antetokounmpo’s ascent from a promising rookie to a two-time NBA MVP and NBA champion, solidifying his status as one of the league’s elite players.