He has definitely become the biggest, at least by the influence he has on his team. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 26, has succeeded in winning with Oklahoma City the first title in the history of the franchise. He also ensured his future.
The Canadian has just extended the contract which linked him to his deductible for an amount of $ 285 million over four years, with an annual salary record.
BREAKING: NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has agreed to a four-year, $285 million super maximum contract extension with the championship Oklahoma City Thunder through 2030-31, sources tell ESPN. This is now the richest annual salary for a player in league history. pic.twitter.com/eptbVjUo6j
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The extension will start in the 2027-2028 season, the player already being engaged so far. The annual amount will be increased gradually, with a first year of “only” $ 63.5 million, up to $ 78.8 million in the last season. His emoluments for the two who have to do it already amount to 79 million.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was one of the artisans of Oklahoma City’s final victory against the Indiana Pacers, barely a week ago. The Canadian international exploded the averages per game (32.7 points, 5 rebounds, 6.4 assists and 1.7 interception) with the title of MVP.
