Raptors Sign Rookie Jaden Bradley to Four-Year Standard NBA Contract

Former Arizona guard Jaden Bradley signed a four-year, $9.3 million standard contract with the Toronto Raptors. The deal secures a multiyear commitment after he started his professional career on a two-way deal, according to an announcement by the team and reports from HoopsHype.

Toronto Locks In Former Arizona Guard

Financial terms include a fully guaranteed first year, according to league sources cited by HoopsHype.

Roster Shuffling Opens the Door

The transaction follows a roster adjustment for Toronto.

Bradley’s promotion opens up a two-way slot within the organization.

Draft Day to Summer League Rise

Bradley originally joined the franchise on July 6 under a two-way contract following the 2026 NBA draft, where the Raptors selected him 50th overall.

At the professional level, the 23-year-old guard appeared in five games for Toronto during the summer league. He averaged 6.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, highlighted by a 15-point, 5-rebound performance on July 13 against the Indiana Pacers.

Collegiate Pedigree at Alabama and Arizona

During his collegiate career, Bradley played three seasons at the University of Arizona after spending his freshman year at the University of Alabama. In his final college season, he earned Big 12 Player of the Year honors, selection to the Big 12 first team, and an All-Defensive team nod.

He averaged 13.3 points, 4.4 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.4 steals across 39 games while shooting 39.4% from beyond the 3-point arc.

During his lone season at Alabama, Bradley was named to the All-SEC freshman team, posting averages of 6.4 points, 3.1 assists, and 2.6 rebounds per contest.

Training Camp Awaits in Quebec City

A native of Rochester, New York, Bradley stands 6-foot-3 and enters training camp with an opportunity to battle for regular rotation minutes.

The Raptors open their training camp schedule on Sept. 29 in Quebec City.

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