There is a new highest-paid player in the NBA this season.
For several seasons, Stephen Curry was the biggest bargain in the NBA thanks to a contract he signed when there were still doubts about the long-term health of his ankles. But this season he has finally cashed in big time and replaced LeBron James as the highest-paid player in the NBA.
In all, 27 players in the NBA will make at least $ 23.0 million, led by Curry.
Below we take a look at this season’s highest-paid players and how their contracts break down, with data provided by Spotrac.
27. J.J. Redick — $ 23.0 million
Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Position: Shooting Guard
Contract: 1 year, $ 23.0 million
One thing to know: Redick is entering his 12th NBA season and in his first 11 seasons, he never made more than $ 7.4 million in any one season. This season he will make more than the next two highest-paid players on the 76ers combined, Amir Johnson and Jerryd Bayless, who will make $ 20.0 million combined.
t25. Harrison Barnes — $ 23.1 million
Team: Dallas Mavericks
Position: Small Forward
Contract: 4 years, $ 94.4 million
One thing to know: Barnes was signed by the Mavericks to a max contract as a restricted free agent, but it might not have happened if Kevin Durant had not signed with the Warriors. According to a report, the Warriors planned to match any offer unless they won the Durant sweepstakes. In the end, the Dubs got Durant and let Barnes walk.
t25. Chandler Parsons — $ 23.1 million
Team: Memphis Grizzlies
Position: Small Forward
Contract: 4 years, $ 94.4 million
One thing to know: Health is the biggest concern with Parsons. He has played in just 161 games out of a possible 246 games the last three seasons.
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