Last Updated on December 27, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Scottie Barnes, the dynamic forward for the Toronto Raptors, has secured significant contracts since entering the NBA. Below is a detailed overview of his contract history:

Rookie Contract (2021)

  • Details:
    • Date Signed: August 8, 2021
    • Duration: 4 years
    • Total Value: $33,064,660
    • Guaranteed Amount: $33,064,660
    • Average Annual Salary: $8,266,165
  • Annual Breakdown:
    • 2021-22: $7,280,400
    • 2022-23: $7,644,600
    • 2023-24: $8,008,680
    • 2024-25: $10,130,980

This contract was a standard rookie-scale deal for a fourth overall pick, fully guaranteed over four years.

Contract Extension (2024)

  • Details:
    • Date Signed: July 6, 2024
    • Duration: 5 years
    • Total Value: Up to $270 million
    • Guaranteed Amount: $225 million
    • Average Annual Salary: Up to $54 million (with incentives)
  • Annual Breakdown:
    • 2025-26: $38,661,700
    • 2026-27: $41,754,636
    • 2027-28: $44,847,572
    • 2028-29: $47,940,508
    • 2029-30: $51,033,444

This extension reflects Barnes’ emergence as a cornerstone for the Raptors, making him the highest-paid player in franchise history.

Career Earnings Summary

  • Total Guaranteed Earnings: Approximately $258 million
  • Potential Earnings with Incentives: Up to $303 million

These figures underscore Barnes’ rapid ascent in the NBA and the Raptors’ commitment to building around his talent.

Scottie Barnes’ contract progression mirrors his development into one of the league’s premier young talents, with the Toronto Raptors investing heavily in his potential to lead the franchise in the coming years.