Last Updated on December 26, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Jayson Tatum, a prominent forward for the Boston Celtics, has secured several significant contracts since entering the NBA in 2017. Here’s a detailed breakdown of his contract history:

Rookie Contract (2017–2021):

  • Duration: 4 years
  • Total Value: $30,073,320
  • Average Annual Salary: $7,518,330
  • Guaranteed at Signing: $12,346,200
  • Signed Using: Rookie Scale Exception
  • Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Restricted Free Agent in 2021

Designated Rookie Extension (2021–2025):

  • Duration: 5 years
  • Total Value: $163,000,300
  • Average Annual Salary: $32,600,060
  • Guaranteed at Signing: $163,000,300
  • Signed Using: Bird Rights
  • Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Unrestricted Free Agent in 2025

Supermax Extension (2025–2030):

  • Duration: 5 years
  • Total Value: $314,000,000
  • Average Annual Salary: $62,800,000
  • Guaranteed at Signing: $314,000,000
  • Signed Using: Designated Veteran Player Extension (Supermax)
  • Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Unrestricted Free Agent in 2030

This progression reflects Tatum’s evolution from a promising rookie to a cornerstone of the Celtics franchise, culminating in the largest contract in NBA history as of 2024.