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The Oklahoma City Thunder Are Giving Chet Holmgren A Contract That Could Reach A Quarter-Billion Dollars

The Oklahoma City Thunder Are Giving Chet Holmgren A Contract That Could Reach A Quarter-Billion Dollars

Jul 10, 2025

Fresh off winning its first championship, the Oklahoma City Thunder is handing out big contracts like Halloween candy.
Paolo Banchero's New Rookie Contract Extension Could Reach A Record-Setting $287 Million

Paolo Banchero's New Rookie Contract Extension Could Reach A Record-Setting $287 Million

Jul 10, 2025

In his first three seasons, Paolo Banchero won Rookie of the Year and made an All-Star team. Now, he's signing a historic deal.
The Phoenix Suns Will Pay Devin Booker A Record-Setting $75 Million Per Year For The Next Two Seasons

The Phoenix Suns Will Pay Devin Booker A Record-Setting $75 Million Per Year For The Next Two Seasons

Jul 8, 2025

As the Phoenix Suns look to move their other big stars, they showed a long-term commitment to Devin Booker.
Despite Earning $59 Million In The NBA So Far, Malik Beasley Apparently Can't Afford To Pay His Barber, Dentist, Or Rent

Despite Earning $59 Million In The NBA So Far, Malik Beasley Apparently Can't Afford To Pay His Barber, Dentist, Or Rent

Jul 8, 2025

Malik Beasley was on the verge of signing a $42 million NBA contract. Instead, he's under federal investigation and allegedly drowning in debt to barbers, dentists, landlords, and lenders.
A Texas Tech Football Recruit Just Signed A $5 Million Guaranteed Deal – Class Attendance Not Required

A Texas Tech Football Recruit Just Signed A $5 Million Guaranteed Deal – Class Attendance Not Required

Jul 7, 2025

A five-star offensive tackle just signed a fully guaranteed $5.1 million deal to play for Texas Tech—no classes, no studying required.
NBA Players Will Lose $480 Million From The League's Escrow System

NBA Players Will Lose $480 Million From The League's Escrow System

Jul 7, 2025

The NBA is coming off one of the most exciting postseasons in a while, though league revenues haven't quite followed suit.
NHL Star Aaron Ekblad's New Deal Pays Him Less Money Annually Than 12 NBA Rookies

NHL Star Aaron Ekblad's New Deal Pays Him Less Money Annually Than 12 NBA Rookies

Jul 7, 2025

Aaron Ekblad just signed a long-term deal to stay with the Panthers. How does that compare with the NBA's incoming rookie class?
The Bucks Released Damian Lillard But Will Still Owe Him $113 Million

The Bucks Released Damian Lillard But Will Still Owe Him $113 Million

Jul 2, 2025

The Milwaukee Bucks traded for Damian Lillard less than two seasons ago—and now they're paying him to go away.
Four Years Ago, Dennis Schroder Turned Down An $84 Million Contract. He Just Signed For Much Less Than That.

Four Years Ago, Dennis Schroder Turned Down An $84 Million Contract. He Just Signed For Much Less Than That.

Jul 2, 2025

Dennis Schroder is joining a new team on a sizable contract, though he made a decision four years ago that likely still haunts him.
Even After 16 Years In The League, James Harden Is Making Over $40 Million Per Year

Even After 16 Years In The League, James Harden Is Making Over $40 Million Per Year

Jul 1, 2025

The Clippers want to run it back with James Harden this upcoming season. They're paying him a good chunk of change for the honor.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Just Signed A Record-Setting $285 Million Contract Extension With The Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Just Signed A Record-Setting $285 Million Contract Extension With The Thunder

Jul 1, 2025

The reigning league and NBA Finals MVP has lots to smile about, including a massive new contract extension with the Thunder.
The Largest Average Annual Salaries In Sports Contract History

The Largest Average Annual Salaries In Sports Contract History

Jul 1, 2025

Most headlines focus on the total value of sports contracts — $700 million here, $800 million there. But what if we ranked the biggest deals by how much an athlete actually earns per year? From Saudi-backed soccer megadeals to NBA supermax extensions, these are the richest annual paydays in sports history.
Forget "Bobby Bonilla Day", July 1st Should Really Be "Max Scherzer Day" Based On The Ridiculous Deferred Check He Cashes Every Year

Forget "Bobby Bonilla Day", July 1st Should Really Be "Max Scherzer Day" Based On The Ridiculous Deferred Check He Cashes Every Year

Jul 1, 2025

Every July 1st, people celebrate Bobby Bonilla's contract like it's a national holiday. Well, we're here to tell you that July 1st really should be called "Max Scherzer Day." His annuity is 10X Bobby Bonilla's!
Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! The NY Mets Just Paid 62-Year-Old Bobby Bonilla $1.4 Million

Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! The NY Mets Just Paid 62-Year-Old Bobby Bonilla $1.4 Million

Jul 1, 2025

Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! AKA the day when a long-retired baseball player randomly earns $1.4 million from The Mets.
Was Bobby Bonilla's Contract Financially Brilliant Or Horrendously Stupid?

Was Bobby Bonilla's Contract Financially Brilliant Or Horrendously Stupid?

Jun 30, 2025

It's easy to call Bobby Bonilla's famous contract "brilliant" – but was it actually a smart financial move?

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How Diego Simeone Became The Highest-Paid Coach In Sports History

How Diego Simeone Became The Highest-Paid Coach In Sports History

Oct 2, 2020
Diego Simeone is by far the highest-paid coach in all of pro sports. Here's a look at how he's gotten to that position.
From Bjorn Borg To Roger Federer: How Endorsement Dollars Have Revolutionized The Game Of Tennis

From Bjorn Borg To Roger Federer: How Endorsement Dollars Have Revolutionized The Game Of Tennis

Jul 17, 2015
Much like football and every other major sport, the real money does not necessarily come from the tournament prize in tennis. It's all about the endorsements.
Why On Earth Did This NBA Player Voluntarily Take An 88% Pay Cut Next Season??? His Answer Is Interesting...

Why On Earth Did This NBA Player Voluntarily Take An 88% Pay Cut Next Season??? His Answer Is Interesting...

Jul 9, 2015
Some NBA players are only out for themselves. They'll try to milk teams out of big contracts, even if it isn't the best situation for them to win in.
How Latrell Sprewell Choked Away $100 Million In Career Earnings

How Latrell Sprewell Choked Away $100 Million In Career Earnings

Jan 7, 2025
Latrell Sprewell famously turned down millions of dollars because he claimed it wasn't enough to feed his family. He also choked away $100 million in career earnings...
NBA Teams Commit to Over $1.4 Billion in Contracts on First Day of Free Agency

NBA Teams Commit to Over $1.4 Billion in Contracts on First Day of Free Agency

Jul 4, 2015
July 1 was a big day for NBA teams, players, and fans. Free agency opened up meaning it was time for the future to be secured for teams around the league.
The Final, Final, Final Paycheck Numbers For Mayweather-Pacquiao Were Just Released... And They Are Staggering!!!

The Final, Final, Final Paycheck Numbers For Mayweather-Pacquiao Were Just Released... And They Are Staggering!!!

Jul 3, 2015
Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao knew they were going to make a killing when they finally fought in May. But did they know they would make THIS much money???
Carmelo Anthony's Contract Is Going To Keep The Knicks From Winning A Championship

Carmelo Anthony's Contract Is Going To Keep The Knicks From Winning A Championship

Jul 2, 2015
Carmelo Anthony and the New York Knicks, who have been mired in mediocrity for years. So why throw more money away on him?
How Much Money Do NBA Draft Picks Make?

How Much Money Do NBA Draft Picks Make?

Jul 2, 2015
You ever wonder how much the guys who are drafted into the NBA make? Well your answer is right here...
Comparing The Highest Paid Athletes In The World In 1984 To 2014. What A Difference 30 Years Makes!!!

Comparing The Highest Paid Athletes In The World In 1984 To 2014. What A Difference 30 Years Makes!!!

Jul 2, 2015
When Marvin Hagler made $3.3 million back in 1984 for two fights, he was the highest paid athlete of the day. Fast forward three decades and Floyd Mayweather makes $300 million for one fight.