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NBA Salary Shake-Up: Supermax Deals and Uncertainty Ahead

5/24/2025

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Recent All-NBA selections are shaking up player salaries in the NBA. Jaren Jackson Jr. faces uncertainty with the Grizzlies after missing a supermax deal, while Cade Cunningham and Evan Mobley celebrate lucrative extensions. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP status positions him for a staggering $380 million supermax, setting the stage for a thrilling 2025 free agency.

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Recent All-NBA selections are reshaping NBA salaries, echoing the 1976 free agency shift. That year, Oscar Robertson's lawsuit led to player mobility, allowing lucrative contracts. Now, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander eyes a $380 million supermax, signaling a thrilling 2025 free agency reminiscent of past player empowerment moments.

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Recent All-NBA selections are shaking up player salaries in the NBA. Jaren Jackson Jr. faces uncertainty with the Grizzlies after missing a supermax deal, while Cade Cunningham and Evan Mobley celebrate lucrative extensions. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP status positions him for a staggering $380 million supermax, setting the stage for a thrilling 2025 free agency.

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