Last Updated on December 27, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a standout guard in the NBA, has secured significant contracts reflecting his rising prominence in the league. Here’s an overview of his contract history:
Rookie Contract with the Los Angeles Clippers (2018–2022):
- Duration: 4 years
- Total Value: $16,965,132
- Average Annual Salary: Approximately $4.24 million
- Guaranteed at Signing: $16,965,132
- Signed Using: Rookie Scale Exception
- Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Restricted Free Agent in 2022
Designated Rookie Extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder (2022–2027):
- Duration: 5 years
- Total Value: $179,299,750
- Average Annual Salary: $35,859,950
- Guaranteed at Signing: $179,299,750
- Signed Using: Designated Rookie Max Extension
- Free Agent Status Post-Contract: Unrestricted Free Agent in 2027
Potential Supermax Extension: Given his exceptional performance and accolades, including an All-NBA Team selection in May 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to be eligible for a supermax extension. This extension could make him the NBA’s first player to earn $80 million in a single season, potentially bringing his career earnings to nearly half a billion dollars.
Gilgeous-Alexander’s contract progression underscores his development into one of the league’s elite players, with the Oklahoma City Thunder recognizing his value as a franchise cornerstone.