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Top 5 Biggest Contracts In NBA History

On Sunday, Bobby Marks took to Twitter, announcing the five biggest contracts in NBA history. Here we take a look at the top 5 biggest NBA contracts:

5. Klay Thompson

Team: Golden State Warriors
Contract: $190 million over five years

The other half of the Splash brothers has been one of the best players in the Warriors lineup. His injury was a major setback in Golden State’s quest for a three-peat last season as they were defeated by the Raptors. This is a testament to the franchise where they know how to value once-in-a-generation players.

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Anthony Davis was crucial in the Lakers' 2019-2020 victory.
Anthony Davis was crucial in the Lakers’ 2019-2020 victory. Image Credits: NBA.com India

5. Anthony Davis

Team: Los Angeles Lakers
Contract: $190 million over five years

On December 3, the Lakers rewarded Anthony Davis’ brilliance in the Finals with a five-year extension. The deal ensures his time and commitment to Los Angeles. The news of his contract came hours after reports confirmed that a two-year, $85 million extension was signed by teammate LeBron James. Both Davis and James have led the Lakers to their 17th title and son to win a two-peat this season.

Stephen Curry has won three NBA Championships with Golden State Warriors.
Stephen Curry has won three NBA Championships with Golden State Warriors. Image Credits: Bleacher Report

4. Stephen Curry

Team: Golden State Warriors
Contract: $201 million over five years

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This 3-pointer specialist has been a key piece in the Warriors reaching give consecutive NBA Finals. The three-time champion has been with the Warriors ever since his debut in the league. Golden State seems to value their superstar and have signed a huge contract with him. He is the only unanimous MVP in NBA history who signed a $201 million contract in 2017 and keeps him with the Warriors till 2022.

3. Rudy Gobert

Team: Utah Jazz
Contract: $205 million over five years

On signing this deal, Gobert became the highest-paid centre in NBA history. Since he is a two-time Defensive Player of the Year and three-time All-NBA selection, the 28-year-old is eligible for the same supermax extension as back-to-back MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is. The French star has also been an All-Star and one-time blocks champion.

2. Russell Westbrook

Team: Houston Rockets
Contract: $207 million over five years

The former MVP is one of the best guards in the league. He had averaged a whopping triple-double for three seasons with Oklahoma City Thunder. He signed the five years, $207 million contracts with the Thunder back in 2018. The 8-time All-Star was traded to the Tickets last season, where he reunited with former teammate James Harden.

Giannis Antetokounmpo will be entering his 8th NBA season this year.
Giannis Antetokounmpo will be entering his 8th NBA season this year. Image Credits: EssentiallySports

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo

Team: Milwaukee Bucks
Contract: $228 million over five years

Antetokounmpo is coming off a career year where he won NBA’s Most Valuable Player and Defensive Player of the Year awards – a feat that only Michael Jordan and Hakeem Olajuwon have accomplished. He also averaged a career-high in points (29.5 per game) and rebounds (13.6 per game) while dishing out 5.6 assists. He will earn $27.5 million in 2020-21 before his mammoth extension kicks in.

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Advait Jajodia
Advait Jajodia
An experienced sports content writer. A national-level basketball player and a huge sporting enthusiast.
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