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Spotrac News
Jalen Brunson signs a 4 year $156.5 million extension with the New York Knicks. What does this mean for Brunson? What does this mean for the Knicks? Read More
2024 NBA Offseason Signings
Magic and Franz Wagner agree to a 5 year, $224.23 million maximum contract extension. Read More
Understanding the Sasha Vezenkov Situation
Breaking down and understanding the Sasha Vezenkov situation. Read More
10 Remaining NBA Offseason Questions
Taking a look at ten remaining NBA offseason questions not that we're a couple days into the new league year. Read More
Nuggets Trade Reggie Jackson To Charlotte To Create Tax Flexibility
Charlotte acquires Reggie Jackson and picks from Denver in exchange for cash. Read More
Pistons Acquire Tim Hardaway Jr From Mavericks For Quentin Grimes
Detroit acquires Tim Hardaway Jr and picks from Dallas in exchange for Quentin Grimes Read More
Thunder Trade In For Dillon Jones
Oklahoma City acquires Dillon Jones from New York in exchange for five future second-round picks Read More
Wizards Move Up For Kyshawn George
Washington moves up to acquire Kyshawn George from New York in exchange for Dillon Jones and 2024 51st overall pick Read More
Nuggets Jump Up To Draft DaRon Holmes II
Denver moves up to acquire DaRon Holmes II from Phoenix in exchange for Ryan Dunn, 2024 56th overall pick, two future second-round picks Read More
Minnesota Moves Up To Draft Rob Dillingham
Minnesota trades up in the first round with San Antonio to acquire Rob Dillingham Read More
Trail Blazers Acquire Deni Avdija From Wizards For Malcolm Brogdon, Bub Carrington
Portland acquires Deni Avdija from the Washington in exchange for Malcolm Brogdon and Bub Carrington Read More
Knicks Acquire Mikal Bridges From Nets
The New York Knicks acquire Mikal Bridges from the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for Bojan Bogdanovic, six first round picks and a second round pick. Read More
2024 NBA Offseason Financials: Boston Celtics
Breaking down the upcoming offseason for each 2024-25 NBA team, including cap space figures, free agents, extension candidates, draft pick scenarios, & thoughts on potential trades, exceptions & plenty more. Read More
Thunder Acquire Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey
The Oklahoma City Thunder acquire Alex Caruso from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Josh Giddey. Read More
Projecting 2024 Player and Team Options
Projecting the 2024 NBA Player and Team Options as the 2024-25 NBA new league year and free agency approaches. Read More
2021 Draft Class Rookie Scale Extension Updates and Projections
A look at 2021 NBA Draft class who will be up for Rookie Scale extensions and predictions of what those extensions could look like. Read More
2024 NBA Free Agents: Top 50
Breaking down and ranking the Top 50 2024 NBA free agents. Read More
2024 NBA Free Agents: Centers
Breaking down and ranking the 2024 NBA free agent centers. Read More
2024 NBA Free Agents: Power Forwards
Breaking down and ranking the 2024 NBA free agent power forwards. Read More
2024 NBA Free Agents: Small Forwards
Breaking down and ranking the 2024 NBA free agent small forwards. Read More
2024 NBA Free Agents: Shooting Guards
Breaking down and ranking the 2024 NBA free agent shooting guards. Read More
2023-24 All-NBA Teams
A look at the 2023-24 All-NBA Teams, financially. Read More
2024 NBA Free Agents: Point Guards
Breaking down and ranking the 2024 NBA free agent point guards. Read More
2024 NBA Spending Power Projections: Post Draft Lottery Update
Breaking down the 2024 NBA spending power projections now that the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery is set Read More
NBA’s 10 Worst Value Contracts
Taking a look at the worst valued contracts in the NBA this season. Read More
NBA’s 10 Best Value Contracts
Taking a look at the best valued contracts in the NBA this season. Read More
WHAT'S NEXT: NBA Veteran Extensions To Watch
A look at which NBA players are extension eligible through June 30th. Read More
WHAT'S NEXT: Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves find themselves on top of the West and their roster is rapidly getting expensive. Keith Smith takes a look at the Timberwolves' future financial outlook, sustainability and title contention. Read More
2024 NBA Spending Power Projections: Post Trade Deadline Update
A look at the spending power teams currently project to have for the 2024 offseason now that the NBA Trade Deadline and come and gone. Read More
2024 NBA Buyout Market (Updated)
A look at some key players to keep an on eye on for the 2024 NBA buyout market. Read More
Clippers Buy A Prospect From Nuggets
Breaking down the trade that sent Draft Rights For Ismael Kamagate from the Nuggets to the Clippers in exchange for cash considerations Read More
Pacers Help Warriors Save Millions
Breaking down the trade that sent Cory Joseph, 2025 Hornets second-round pick and Cash Considerations from the Warriors to the Pacers in exchange for 2024 second-round pick Read More
Blazers Help Celtics Save Some Money
Breaking down the trade that sent Dalano Banton, Cash Considerations from the Celtics to the Trail Blazers in exchange for future top-55 protected second-round pick Read More
Boston Takes A Flyer On Springer
Breaking down the trade that sent Jaden Springer from the 76ers to the Celtics in exchange for 2024 second-round pick Read More
Kings Help Bucks Save Some Money
Breaking down the trade that sent Robin Lopez, Cash Considerations from the Bucks to the Kings in exchange for Draft Rights to Dimitrios Agravanis Read More
Bucks And Sixers Swap Backup Point Guards
Breaking down the trade that sent Patrick Beverley from the 76ers to the Bucks in exchange for Cameron Payne, 2027 Bucks second-round pick Read More
Suns Acquire Royce O’Neale In Three-Team Trade
Breaking down the three-trade that sent Royce O’Neale, David Roddy to the Suns, Keita Bates-Diop, Jordan Goodwin, three future second-round picks to the Nets and Chimezie Metu, Yuta Watanabe to the Grizzlies Read More
Thunder Acquire Gordon Hayward
Breaking down the trade that sent Gordon Hayward from the Hornets to the Thunder in exchange for Davis Bertans, Tre Mann, Vasilije Micic, two future second-round picks Read More
Mavericks Acquire PJ Washington For Grant Williams, Future First
Breaking down the trade that sent P.J. Washington and two second-round picks from the Hornets to the Mavericks in exchange for Grant Williams, Seth Curry, and 2027 first-round pick Read More
Nets Acquire Dennis Schroder For Spencer Dinwiddie
Breaking down the trade that sent Dennis Schroder, Thaddeus Young from the Nets to the Raptors in exchange for Spencer Dinwiddie Read More
Sixers Acquire Buddy Hield; Doug McDermott To Pacers In Three-Team Trade
Breaking down the three-trade that sent Buddy Hield to the 76ers, Furkan Korkmaz, Doug McDermott, three future second-round picks to the Pacers, and Marcus Morris and a second-round pick to the Spurs Read More
Knicks Acquire Bojan Bogdanovic, Alec Burks From Pistons For Quentin Grimes
Breaking down the trade that sent Bojan Bogdanovic, Alec Burks from the Pistons to the Knicks in exchange for Quentin Grimes, Ryan Arcidiacono, Malachi Flynn, Evan Fournier and picks. Read More
Pistons Acquire And Waive Danuel House From Sixers
Breaking down the trade that sent Danuel House, 2024 second-round pick from the 76ers to the Pistons in exchange for 2028 second-round pick. Read More
Mavericks Acquire Daniel Gafford From Washington For Richaun Holmes, 2024 First
Breaking down the trade that sent Daniel Gafford from the Wizards to the Mavericks in exchange for Richaun Holmes, 2024 first-round pick. Read More
Raptors Acquire Ochai Agbaji, Kelly Olynyk From Jazz
Breaking down the trade that sent Ochai Agbaji, Kelly Olynyk from the Jazz to the Raptors in exchange for Kira Lewis Jr., Otto Porter Jr., 2024 first-round pick. Read More
Timberwolves Acquire Monte Morris From Pistons
Breaking down the trade that sent Monte Morris from the Pistons to the Timberwolves in exchange for Shake Milton, Troy Brown Jr. and a 2030 2nd-round pick. Read More
Celtics Acquire Xavier Tillman From Grizzlies
Breaking down the trade that sent Xavier Tillman from the Grizzlies to the Celtics in exchange for Lamar Stevens, a 2027 2nd-round pick and a 2023 2nd-round pick. Read More
Pistons Acquire Simone Fontecchio From Jazz
Breaking down the trade that sent Simone Fontecchio from the Jazz to the Pistons in exchange for Kevin Knox, 2024 2nd-round pick and draft rights to Gabriele Procida. Read More
Grizzlies Trade Steven Adams to Rockets To Create Future Flexibility
The Houston Rockets acquire Steven Adams from the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Victor Oladipo and three 2nd-round picks. Read More
Western Conference Buyers and Sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline
Breaking down the Western Conference buyers and sellers as the NBA Trade Deadline approaches. Read More
Spotrac's NBA Trade Machine
As the NBA trade deadline approaches, check out the new NBA Trade Machine and propose your own trades! Read More
Eastern Conference Buyers and Sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline
Breaking down the Eastern Conference buyers and sellers as the NBA Trade Deadline approaches. Read More
Heat Acquire Terry Rozier For Kyle Lowry
Breaking down the trade that sent Terry Rozier from the Hornets to the Heat in exchange for Kyle Lowry and a 2027 1st-round pick. Read More
Pacers Acquire Pascal Siakam
Breaking down the trade that sent Pascal Siakam from the Raptors to the Pacers in exchange for players and three first round picks. Read More
2024 NBA Trade Deadline Primer
Breaking down each NBA team's cap/tax picture, draft pick situation and player most likely to be traded as the NBA Trade Deadline approaches. Read More
Pistons Trade Marvin Bagley To Clear 2024 Cap Space
The Pistons trade Marvin Bagley III, Isaiah Livers and picks to the Wizards for Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala Read More
2024 NBA Contract Guarantees To Watch
Breaking down NBA contract guarantees: Who is likely to have their salary guaranteed? Who could potentially be waived before their salary guarantees? Read More
10 Day and Two-Way Candidates to Know
As the 10-day contract period opens up in the NBA and with Two-Way spots still open, Keith Smith provides a list of candidates you should know. Read More
Knicks Acquire OG Anunoby for RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley
The Toronto Raptors kicked off the NBA trade season by sending OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks for RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley. Read More
Fixing The Pistons
The Pistons are a mess and just made history (not in a good way). Keith Smith takes a stab at trying to fix the Pistons. Read More
Short-Term Roster Options for the Cavaliers
The Cavaliers have found themselves in a pickle; they are in the middle of the standings yet just took a massive blow losing Garland and Mobley to injury. What are their short-term options moving forward? Read More
NBA Trade Season Unofficially Opens
NBA trade season unofficially opens with the vast majority of players who signed over the summer become trade-eligible. Who should you be keeping an eye on? Read More
Draymond Green Suspended Indefinitely
Draymond Green has been suspended by the NBA indefinitely. How much does Greens stand to lose? How much do the Warriors potentially save? Read More
Next Contract Series: De’Aaron Fox
Breaking down what De'Aaron Fox's next contract could look like. Read More
NBA Expansion Series: Expansion Draft Rules
Part 2 of the NBA Expansion Series takes a look at the expansion draft rules. Read More
Breaking Up The Bulls
It's time to break up the Chicago Bulls. Keith Smith breaks down the Bulls' trade assets and creates five possible trade scenarios. Read More
NBA Expansion Series: How NBA Expansion Works
Part 1 of the NBA Expansion Series takes a look at how expansion works and the process involved. Read More
Next Contract Series: Tyrese Maxey
Breaking down all of the scenarios for Tyrese Maxey's next contract. Read More
2024 NBA Spending Power Projections
An early look at the spending power teams currently project to have for the 2024 offseason. Read More
Clippers Finally Acquire James Harden
Breaking down the trade that sent James Harden to the LA Clippers in exchange for four players and picks. Read More
2020 NBA Draft Class Rookie Scale Extensions
Recapping, breaking down and analyzing the 2020 NBA Draft Class Rookie Scale Extensions. Read More
Next Contract Series: Klay Thompson
Breaking down all of the scenarios for Klay Thompson's next contract. Read More
NBA Northwest Division Rotation and Roster Questions
Rotation and roster questions for each team for the NBA's Northwest Division. Read More
NBA Central Division Rotation and Roster Questions
Rotation and roster questions for each team for the NBA's Central Division. Read More
NBA Pacific Division Rotation and Roster Questions
Rotation and roster questions for each team for the NBA's Pacific Division. Read More
Explaining Exhibit 9 and Exhibit 10 Contracts
Explaining what an Exhibit 9 and Exhibit 10 contract is in the NBA. Read More
NBA Atlantic Division Rotation and Roster Questions
Rotation and roster questions for each team for the NBA's Atlantic Division. Read More
Celtics Acquire Jrue Holiday
Breaking down the trade that has Portland re-routing Jrue Holiday to Boston for Robert Williams III and Malcom Brogdon and picks Read More
Damian Lillard Trade Analysis
Breaking down the three-team blockbuster trade that sent Damian Lillard to the Bucks to join forces with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Read More
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NBA Southwest Division Rotation and Roster Questions
Rotation and roster questions for each team for the NBA's Southwest Division. Read More
NBA Southeast Division Rotation and Roster Questions
Rotation and roster questions for each team for the NBA's Southeast Division. Read More
Worst Deals of the 2023 NBA Offseason
Keith Smith picks the worst contracts of the 2023 NBA Offseason! Read More
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Best Deals of the 2023 NBA Offseason
Keith Smith picks the best contracts of the 2023 NBA Offseason! Read More
2023 NBA Offseason Recap: Northwest Division
Keith Smith recaps the Northwest Division offseason moves and what teams still need to do. Read More
Next Contract Series: Giannis Antetokounmpo
Breaking down all of the scenarios for Giannis Antetokounmpo's next contract. Read More
Understanding the James Harden Situation
Keith Smith breaks down and gives his thoughts on the James Harden-Philadelphia 76ers situation. Read More
2023 NBA Offseason Recap: Southeast Division
Keith Smith recaps the Southeast Division offseason moves and what teams still need to do. Read More
Initial 2024 NBA Cap Space and Spending Power Projections
A first look at the 2024 NBA cap space and spending power projections. Read More
2023 NBA Offseason Recap: Southwest Division
Keith Smith recaps the Southwest Division offseason moves and what teams still need to do. Read More
2023 NBA Offseason Recap: Central Division
Keith Smith recaps the Central Division offseason moves and what teams still need to do. Read More
Breaking Down Jaylen Brown’s Extension
Breaking down Jaylen Brown's Designated Veteran Extension with the Celtics and thoughts on how it could impact the Celtics and the rest of the NBA Read More
NBA Future Cash & Earnings
Taking a look at the future cash allocations per NBA team and player earnings of recent and into the future. Read More
2023 NBA Offseason Recap: Pacific Division
Keith Smith recaps the Pacific Division offseason moves and what teams still need to do. Read More
2023 NBA Offseason Recap: Atlantic Division
Keith Smith recaps the Atlantic Division offseason moves and what teams still need to do. Read More
Summer League Notebook: Part 3 - Western Conference
Keith Smith went to the NBA Summer League! In Part 3, he shares his notes about the Western Conference teams. Read More
Summer League Notebook: Part 2 - Eastern Conference
Keith Smith went to the NBA Summer League! In Part 2, he shares his notes about the Eastern Conference teams. Read More
Summer League Notebook: Part 1 - General NBA
Keith Smith went to the NBA Summer League! In Part 1, he shares his notes about general topics around the NBA. Read More
10 Under the Radar NBA Free Agents
Keith Smith's ten under the radar NBA Free Agents as the 2023 NBA Free Agency period begins. Read More
Top 50 NBA Free Agents
Keith Smith ranks the Top 50 NBA Free Agents Read More
2023 NBA Offseason Financial Previews: Denver Nuggets
Breaking down the upcoming offseason for each 2023-24 NBA team, including cap space figures, free agents, draft pick scenarios, & thoughts on potential trades, exceptions, & plenty more. Read More
Projecting 2023 NBA Contract Guarantees
Keith Smith projects the upcoming 2023 NBA player contract guarantees. Read More
Hawks Trade John Collins To Jazz In Salary Dump
Keith Smith breaks down the trade between the Hawks-Jazz which includes John Collins and Rudy Gay. Read More
Final 2023 NBA Cap Space and Spending Power Projections
A final look at the 2023 NBA cap space and spending power projects with less than a week before the new league year begins. Read More
Financial Fallout from 2023 NBA Draft
Keith Smith breaks down the financial fallout and implications from the 2023 NBA Draft. Read More
Jordan Poole Traded To Wizards For Chris Paul
Keith Smith breaks down the trade between the Wizards-Warriors which includes Jordan Poole and Chris Paul. Read More
Kristaps Porzingis, Marcus Smart Traded in Three-Team Deal
Keith Smith breaks down the three-team trade between the Celtics-Grizzlies-Wizards which includes Kristaps Porzingis and Marcus Smart. Read More
Top Earning NBA Player by Draft Pick
With the 2023 NBA Draft just a few hours away, we’ll dive into the top earning NBA player from each first round draft slot in league history (for a minute). Read More
Most Common NBA Trade Partners
Which NBA GM's have traded with each other the most in the current peer group Read More
Bradley Beal Traded To Suns As Wizards Kickoff Rebuild
Keith Smith breaks down the trade and financial ramifications of the Suns acquiring Bradley Beal for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet and picks. Read More
Projecting 2023 NBA Player and Team Options
Keith Smith projects the 2023 NBA Player and Team Options as the 2023-24 NBA new league year and free agency approaches. Read More
2020 Draft Class Rookie Scale Extension Updates and Predictions
A look at 2020 NBA Draft class who will be up for Rookie Scale extensions and predictions of what those extensions could look like. Read More
All-NBA Contract Implications
Breaking down the All-NBA contract implications for Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, Ja Morant and Domantas Sabonis. Read More
2022-23 All-NBA Teams
A look at the 2022-23 All-NBA Teams, financially. Read More
2022-23 All-Defensive Teams
A look at the 2022-23 All-Defensive Teams, financially. Read More
2022-23 NBA MVP: Joel Embiid
Joel Embiid receives the 2022-23 NBA Rookie of the Year Read More
2022-23 NBA ROY: Paolo Banchero
Paolo Banchero receives the 2022-23 NBA Rookie of the Year Read More
2022-23 NBA MIPOY: Lauri Markkanen
Lauri Markkanen receives the 2022-23 NBA Most Improved Player of the Year Read More
2022-23 NBA DPOY: Jaren Jackson Jr.
Jaren Jackson Jr receives the 2022-23 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Read More
2023 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Centers
Breaking down and ranking the 2023 NBA free agent centers. Read More
2023 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Shooting Guards
Breaking down and ranking the 2023 NBA free agent shooting guards. Read More
2022-23 MVP Candidates
As the NBA regular season closes, a look back at the production & financial futures of Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, & Giannis Antetokounmpo Read More
2023 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Small Forwards
Breaking down and ranking the 2023 NBA free agent small forwards. Read More
UPDATED: NBA and NBPA Reach CBA Agreement
The NBA and NBPA have reached an agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement. Here’s what we know so far... Read More
2023 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Point Guards
Breaking down and ranking the 2023 NBA free agent point guards. Read More
2023 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Power Forwards
Breaking down and ranking the 2023 NBA free agent power forwards. Read More
Next Contract Series: Brook Lopez
Brook Lopez is in the final year of his contract. However, Lopez is extension-eligible through June 30. Which is the better play financially - veteran extension or opting to hit the free agent market? Read More
Next Contract Series: Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves is set to become a Restricted Free Agent this offseason with the Lakers. What could his next contract look like and what is the "Gilbert Arenas" provision and how does it apply to Reaves' contract situation? Read More
The All-NBA Implications for Ja Morant’s Extension
Taking a look at the All-NBA implications for Ja Morant's rookie scale extension with Memphis. Read More
Next Contract Series: James Harden
With a Player Option decision forthcoming, James Harden can either exercise that option or decline it and go to free agency. What could James Harden's next contract look like if he were to enter free agency? Read More
Next Contract Series: Dillon Brooks
Memphis has virtually locked up their entire core with long-term extensions. Where does that leave Dillon Brooks? What could a veteran extension look for him right now? What if he reaches free agency? Keith Smith breaks down all of Brooks' contract options. Read More
Michael Jordan's Career Contracts
As the arguable GOAT turns 60, our dive into the 5 NBA contracts Michael Jordan signed amidst 3 retirements, two unbelievable salaries, and a front-office gig. Read More
Post-Trade Deadline 2023 Cap Space Projections
Now that the 2023 NBA Trade Deadline has come and gone, where do teams stand now for the 2023-24 in terms of cap and tax? Read More
NBA Trade Deadline Winners and Losers
Breaking down the winners and losers of the 2023 NBA Trade Deadline. Read More
Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns stole the spotlight early Thursday morning, acquiring All-NBA forward Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets in a 5 player, 5 pick trade. Read More
Lakers Timberwolves Jazz Trade Analysis
The trade analysis of the Lakers-Timberwolves-Jazz three-team mega trade. Read More
2023 NBA Buyout Market
A look at some key players to keep an on eye on for the 2023 NBA buyout market. Read More
Kyrie Irving Traded to Mavericks
Brooklyn Nets trade Kyrie Irving and Markieff Morris to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, 2029 1st-round pick and two 2nd-round picks. Keith Smith breaks down the trade and it's implications for each team and the rest of the NBA. Read More
Financial Losses for the Magic & Timberwolves
The NBA announced suspensions for 3 players stemming from the on-court altercations during Friday night’s Magic, Timberwolves game. Read More
2022-23 NBA All-Star Bonuses Earned
NBA players who have earned bonuses due to being selected to an NBA All-Star roster. Read More
Western Conference Buyers and Sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline
The 2023 NBA Trade Deadline is right around the corner. Which Western Conference teams might be buyers? Which Western Conference teams might be sellers? Read More
Eastern Conference Buyers and Sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline
The 2023 NBA Trade Deadline is right around the corner. Which Eastern Conference teams might be buyers? Which Eastern Conference teams might be sellers? Read More
2023 NBA Trade Deadline Primer
A team-by-team breakdown of the cap/tax outlook, notable TPEs, draft pick situation and player most likely to be traded as the 2023 NBA Trade Deadline approaches. Read More
Lakers Make Low-Risk Gamble On Rui Hachimura
The Lakers have acquired Rui Hachimura from the Wizards in exchange for Kendrick Nunn & picks. What does this mean financially for each team? Read More
Next Contract Series: Fred VanVleet
Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet has started to come up in trade rumors as the NBA Trade Deadline approaches. However, VanVleet is also extension eligible and has a Player Option for 2023-24 season. Keith Smith breaks down all of the contract options VanVleet has in front of him. Read More
Next Contract Series: Jordan Clarkson
The Utah Jazz love Jordan Clarkson. Jordan Clarkson seems to be happy in Utah. Clarkson is currently extension eligible, but should he wait for the upcoming free agency period to cash in? Keith Smith breaks down all of Clarkson's contract options moving forward. Read More
NBA Non-Taxpayers Who Should Add Salary At The Trade Deadline
Keith Smith takes a look at which non-taxpaying NBA teams should add salary as the NBA Trade Deadline quickly approaches. Read More
NBA Contract Guarantees To Watch
Breaking down NBA contract guarantees: Who is likely to have their salary guaranteed? Who could potentially be waived before their salary guarantees? Read More
10 Day Contract Season In The NBA
10 Day contract season is upon us in the NBA. What is a 10 day contract? And which players are primed to sign a 10 Day contract this season? Read More
Understanding Current 2023 NBA Trade Restrictions
Which current NBA players are about to be come trade eligible? Which current NBA players are not able to be traded during the regular season for any reason? Breaking down and understanding the current 2023 NBA trade restrictions. Read More
Upcoming NBA Dates and Deadlines
Upcoming NBA dates and deadlines to know as we enter January and the back-half of the NBA schedule. Read More
Next Contract Series: Christian Wood
The Dallas Mavericks traded for Christian Wood. He is now eligible to sign an extension with Dallas, but will he? Or will he opt to hold off until free agency to cash in? Keith Smith provides all of Christian Wood's options moving forward. Read More
A Financially Expensive Night For Orlando And Detroit
Due to technical fouls, and an altercation that led to ejections and suspensions, Orlando Magic and Detroit Piston players will lose a combined $539,677. Read More
NBA Trade Deadline Candidates
The NBA trade deadline is roughly a month-and-a-half away. In some ways, that’s a long way off. In other ways, it’s coming up very rapidly. Keith Smith lists his top trade candidates leading up to the NBA Trade Deadline. Read More
Next Contract Series: Kyle Kuzma
Kyle Kuzma recently confirmed that he intends to opt out of his contract this coming offseason. Keith Smith breaks down all of Kuzma's contract options, including what the unlikely veteran extension would look like plus what a free agent contract could look like. Read More
NBA Trade Rules To Know As Trade Season Opens
It matters if a team is a taxpayer or a non-taxpayer when it comes to an NBA trade. Keith Smith explains the rules as the NBA trade season opens. Read More
2023 NBA Cap Space Projections: December Edition
Keith Smith takes a look at the current 2023 NBA cap space projections based on the current rosters heading into December. Read More
Next Contract Series: Jerami Grant
Jerami Grant has started to come up in talks about what his next contract could look like. Keith Smith breaks down all of Grant's options. Read More
NBA Early Trade Season Opens Soon
December 15 is a big day on the NBA calendar. On that date, the vast majority of the players who signed over the summer become trade-eligible. Keith Smith breaks down potential trade candidates for the NBA Early Trade Season. Read More
Next Contract Series: Myles Turner
Myles Turner has been the talk of the NBA from being an extension candidate all the way to be the staple player within different trade scenarios. Keith Smith breaks down all of the contract options for Turner. Read More
What is the NBA Disabled Player Exception?
What is the Disabled Player Exception? When can it be used? How can it be used? A full Q&A of how the NBA's Disabled Player Exception works. Read More
Next Contract Series: Jakob Poeltl
What can Poeltl earn if he extended with San Antonio? What if Poeltl did an extend-and-trade? What could Poeltl's potentially get if he were to get to 2023 free agency? Keith Smith breaks down all of Jakob Poeltl's contract options. Read More
2023-24 Rookie Scale Option Decisions
A recap of the the 2023-24 NBA rookie scale team option decisions. Read More
Next Contract Series: Jaylen Nowell and Naz Reid
Keith Smith looks at the veteran extension possibilities of the Timberwolves' Jaylen Nowell and Naz Reid. Read More
The James Harden Pay Cut
Yes. James Harden took a pay cut to return to the Philadelphia 76ers this season. But is it a real pay reduction, or just the latest example of sports accounting at its best? Our full analysis Read More
2022-23 NBA Opening Week Financials
With the NBA regular season upon us, opening day rosters for all 30 teams are now available on Spotrac. We broke down some fun financial facts and figures for the new season here. Read More
NBA Early Veteran Extension Deadline
Keith Smith breaks down NBA players who are extension eligible through Monday Oct 17, 2022. Read More
Next Contract Series: Pascal Siakam
Keith Smith projects and breaks down Pascal Siakam's contract options. Read More
Top 50 2023 NBA Free Agents
Keith Smith breaks down an early look at the Top 50 2023 NBA Free Agents. Read More
NBA Designated Players
What is a Designated Player in the NBA? An explanation of the Designated Player rules and a team-by-team breakdown of which players are considered designated and their current contract status. Read More
Danny Ainge Is Repeating A Tried-And-True Process
Danny Ainge is now repeating what he did in Boston with the Utah Jazz. Keith Smith takes a look at Ainge's process and what it means moving forward for the Jazz. Read More
NBA Northwest Division Offseason Review Capsules
A team-by-team breakdown of the NBA's Northwest Division offseason moves and analysis moving forward. Read More
NBA Atlantic Division Offseason Review Capsules
A team-by-team breakdown of the NBA's Atlantic Division offseason moves and analysis moving forward. Read More
NBA Pacific Division Offseason Review Capsules
A team-by-team breakdown of the NBA's Pacific Division offseason moves and analysis moving forward. Read More
NBA Southeast Division Offseason Review Capsules
A team-by-team breakdown of the NBA's Southeast Division offseason moves and analysis moving forward. Read More
NBA Southwest Division Offseason Review Capsule
A team-by-team breakdown of the NBA's Southwest Division offseason moves and analysis moving forward. Read More
NBA Central Division Offseason Review Capsules
A team-by-team breakdown of the NBA's Central Division offseason moves and analysis moving forward. Read More
Next Contract Series: Jaylen Brown
It's not time for Jaylen Brown to extend yet, but Keith Smith breaks down all of Brown's current extension and free agent contract options. Read More
Initial 2023 Cap Space Projections
Breaking down the initial 2023 cap space projections now that the 2022 offseason dust has settled. Read More
10 Worst Free Agent and Extension Values of the 2022 Offseason
Keith Smith reflects on the 10 worst valued free agent and extension signings of the 2022 NBA offseason. Read More
10 Best Free Agent and Extension Values of the 2022 Offseason
Keith Smith reflects on the 10 best valued free agent and extension signings of the 2022 NBA offseason. Read More
Next Contract Series: LeBron James
Keith Smith breaks down LeBron James' contract options moving forward as his veteran extension eligibility with the Los Angeles Lakers begins on August 4th. Read More
Is the Golden State Warriors Spending Really Bad for the NBA?
Keith Smith takes a look at the Golden State Warriors spending and if it really is a thing for the NBA. Read More
Running NBA Offseason Tracker
A one-stop-shop transaction tracker for the 2022 NBA offseason, broken down by team. Read More
2019 Draft Class Rookie Scale Extension Updates and Predictions
Keith Smith takes a look at which players from the 2019 NBA Draft class have already signed extensions or are likely to receive extension this offseason and predictions of what that could look like. Read More
2022 Top 50 Free Agent Rankings
Keith Smith breaks down and ranks the Top 50 2022 NBA free agents. Read More
Detailing 7 Potential NBA Free Agents
With option decisions forthcoming this week, a dive into 7 notable NBA players who may hit the open market July 1st, including pros, cons, and their maximum contracts to stay or leave. Read More
2022 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Centers
Keith Smith breaks down and ranks the 2022 NBA free agent centers. Read More
How Have Top-5 NBA Free Agent Contracts Fared
A look at the last seven NBA Free Agency periods and how the Top-5 contracts signed in each of the years has fared over time. Read More
2022 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Power Forwards
Keith Smith breaks down and ranks the 2022 NBA free agent power forwards. Read More
2022 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Small Forwards
Keith Smith breaks down and ranks the 2022 NBA free agent small forwards. Read More
Post-NBA Draft 2022 Cap Space Projections
A look at how teams currently stand for the 2022-23 season with respect to the cap and luxury tax threshold post-2022 NBA draft. Read More
2022 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Shooting Guards
Keith Smith breaks down and ranks the 2022 NBA free agent shooting guards. Read More
2022 NBA Free Agent Position Series: Point Guards
Keith Smith breaks down and ranks the 2022 NBA free agent point guards. Read More
2022-23 NBA Draft Rookie Scale
Breaking down the 2022-23 NBA Rookie Scale and it's financial details for the upcoming draftees. Read More
NBA Champions with $20M+ AAV
NBA players who had a $20M+ AAV at the time of winning the NBA Championship. Read More
Projecting 2022 NBA Non-Guaranteed Contracts
A team-by-team look at the 2022 NBA non-guaranteed contracts and projecting what those teams may with those players. Read More
Projecting 2022 NBA Player and Team Options
A look at the 2022 NBA Player and Team Options and projecting those decisions as we approach free agency. Read More
2021-22 NBA Awards & Financials
A look at the 2021-22 NBA Awards and corresponding financial rankings. Read More
Spotrac's NBA Next Contract Series
Spotrac's NBA financial expert, Keith Smith, has spent much of the past few months evaluating contractual options for many of the more notable players heading toward the offseason. Read More
Jordan Poole Next Contract Options
Jordan Poole is the hot name in the NBA right now. Keith Smith breaks down Poole's next contract options with the Warriors or as an RFA in 2023 offseason. Read More
2022 NBA Offseason Financial Previews
Keith Smith breaks down the upcoming offseason for each 2022-23 NBA team, including cap space figures, free agents, draft pick scenarios, & thoughts on potential trades, exceptions, & plenty more. Read More
It's Time for the NBA to Expand
NBA expansion has been a topic of recent discussion around the league and media. What makes the NBA primed for expansion? Keith Smith breaks down the reasons behind these recent conversations and what it means for the NBA as a whole. Read More
Do the Thunder Have Too Much of a Good Thing?
A deep dive into whether or not the Oklahoma City Thunder have too much of a good thing. Read More
Deandre Ayton’s Next Contract
Deandre Ayton and the Phoenix Suns weren't able to agree to a rookie scale contract extension last offseason. What are Ayton's contract options going into this offseason? Keith Smith breaks down each contract scenario that Ayton could sign. Read More
Earnings for Active NBA Players By NCAA Sweet 16 Teams
A look at the earnings of active NBA players with respect to the team in the NCAA Sweet 16. Read More
Bradley Beal’s Next Deal
The Washington Wizards and Bradley Beal have some big decisions upcoming as their offseason looms. Keith Smith breaks down Beal's veteran extension and free agent contract options. Read More
Tyler Herro Extension Options
Keith Smith makes sense of what Tyler Herro's extension options could be going into the 2022 NBA offseason. Read More
Options for Zach LaVine’s Next Contract
Keith Smith breaks down the contract options for Zach LaVine as he approaches free agency, including what an unlikely veteran extension would look like. Read More
The Complicated Case of Zion Williamson’s Next Contract
What could Zion Williamson's next contract look like? Keith Smith breaks down the complicated situation between Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans, and what Zion's options could be moving forward. Read More
What The Next Kyrie Irving Contract Could Look Like
Brooklyn could offer him a Veteran Extension. Kyrie Irving could opt into his Player Option or he could opt-out and become a free agent. Keith Smith takes a look at what Irving's next contract could look like from all angles. Read More
A Deep Dive Into Jalen Brunson's Contract Options
A deep dive into the contract options that Jalen Brunson has moving forward, including what those contracts could look like at from a year-by-year salary standpoint. Read More
2022 NBA All-Star Weekend Financials
A look into the financials of the 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend, including payouts for each game played and skill competition. Read More
2022 Trade Deadline Winners and Losers
A look at the 2022 NBA Trade Deadline winners, losers and who did nothing at all. Read More
Post-Trade Deadline 2022 Cap Space Projections
A look at how teams currently stand for the 2022-23 season with respect to the cap and luxury tax threshold post-trade deadline. Read More
Pre-Trade Deadline 2022 Cap Space Projections
A look at how teams currently stand for the 2022-23 season with respect to the cap and luxury tax threshold pre-trade deadline. Read More
NBA Buyout Candidates To Watch After The Trade Deadline
A list of NBA players who are likely candidates to be bought out after the trade deadline. Read More
A Kings' Ransom
The Kings promised that Tyrese Haliburton was untouchable for this deadline, but as everyone knows - there’s always a price. Read More
Portland's Breakdown Begins
The February 10th trade deadline finally heats up with a blockbuster move between the Portland Trailblazers, & the New Orleans Pelicans. The deal included 7 players and 3 picks (for now). Read More
The Salary Math Behind the James Harden Situation
Keith Smith breaks down the financial situation between Brooklyn Nets and James Harden and what options are currently on the table. Read More
Ten Players to Watch at the NBA Trade Deadline
A look at ten players to watch as the NBA Trade Deadline approaches. Read More
Western Conference Buyers and Sellers at 2022 NBA Trade Deadline
A look at the Western Conference buyers and sellers as we approach the 2022 NBA Trade Deadline. Read More
Recent Significant January NBA Trades
A look a the most recent significant NBA trades that were completed in January of each season. Read More
Eastern Conference Buyers and Sellers at 2022 NBA Trade Deadline
A look at the Eastern Conference buyers and sellers as we approach the 2022 NBA Trade Deadline. Read More
January 15 Trade Restriction Importance
A look at the reason and importance for the January 15th NBA trade restriction date, including a list of players who will trade eligible. Read More
Upcoming 2021-22 NBA Salary Guarantees
Upcoming 2021-22 NBA salaries that are set to become fully guaranteed as the January 10th deadline approaches. Read More
What is an NBA Hardship Exception?
Hardship exception are roster exceptions where teams are allowed to exceed the maximum of 15 standard contracts. They’ve existed for years, but up until the last two weeks, usage of a hardship exception was fairly rare. In fact, here’s the total number of hardship exceptions utilized in the past five seasons: Read More
Damian Lillard's Demands
Damian Lillard’s future with the Portland Trail Blazers has come into question in recent days. During the preseason, Lillard shut down speculation that he’d ask for a trade. With the GM now out, and the Blazers continuing to struggle, that speculation has ramped back up again. Read More
A Way Too Early NBA Free Agent Assessment
This summer NBA teams spent a lot of money to re-sign their own free agents and to get a handful of players to change teams. A month into the 2021-22 season, it’s time to check in on how some of this summer’s big signings are working out. Read More
Potential NBA Veteran Extensions
Now that the Rookie Scale extension deadline has passed, the focus can turn back on a few veterans who may be inline for add-on contracts. Keith Smith details them here. Read More
2018 NBA Rookie Class Extensions
A recap of the record-breaking 2018 NBA Rookie Class extensions. Read More
NBA Final Roster Spot Analysis
Keith Smith plays NBA GM, assessing the final roster spots for each team, including financial impact, and his thoughts on how opening day rosters may look. Read More
The 2021 NBA Offseason Financial Report
As the regular season nears, we take a look back at the offseason that was, diving into top spenders, tax statuses, notable free agent signings, trades, and extensions for each 2021-22 NBA team. Read More
2018 Rookie Scale Extension Updates and Predictions
Keith Smith takes a look at which players from the 2018 NBA Draft class have already signed extensions or are likely to receive extension this offseason and predictions of what that could look like. Read More
NBA Free Agency: 5 Lists of 5
The NBA feels as wide-open as it has in quite some time, and that should make for an interesting season. As a means of reviewing the action that happened, and some questions yet to be answered, we present 5 answers to 5 NBA offseason questions. Read More
NBA Draft Financial Statistics
A look at the financial trends associated with the NBA Draft. Read More
The 2021 NBA Free Agency Guide
With the Bucks now officially crowned champs, our NBA focus turns to the offseason, including upcoming deadlines, option decisions, team cap space, and notable free agents. Read More
A Bucks v Suns NBA Final, Financially
An unlikely matchup begins tonight when the Phoenix Suns will face the Milwaukee Bucks for the 2020-21 NBA Finals. We'll take a look at how each team is built financially this year, and heading toward next season. Read More
NBA Postseason Players Who Have Outplayed Their Minimum Contract
Which playoff players will be eyeing a pay raise from their current minimum contracts? Read More
The Kemba Walker Trade: Financially
The recent trade between the Boston Celtics and Oklahoma City Thunder seems to have been the rare trade where neither side was overly motivated by basketball reasons. Yes, Al Horford and Kemba Walker both still have some good ball left in them, but this trade was about contracts, flexibility and asset management. Read More
Contract Impacts of 2020-21 All-NBA Teams
The presence, and absence, of a handful of players has major ramifications for upcoming and future contract extensions. Keith Smith breaks them all down here. Read More
2021 NBA Offseason Financial Previews
Keith Smith breaks down the upcoming offseason for each 2021-22 NBA team, including cap space figures, free agents, draft pick scenarios, & thoughts on potential trades, exceptions, & plenty more. Read More
Luka Doncic's Next Contract Options
The Mavericks exit from the 2020-21 postseason turns focus to potential changes to come this offseason. But it also means Luka Doncic soon becomes extension eligible. Our look at the various options for Doncic & the Mavs going forward. Read More
2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Class Financially
A financial recap and comparison of Tim Duncan, Kobe Bryant, and Kevin Garnett who will be inducted as the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Class. Read More
All-NBA Financial Ramifications
With the NBA regular season winding down, some of the focus can turn to potential All-NBA selections, as some will come with significant potential or actual pay raises for notable players. Read More
Criteria for a “SuperMax” Extensions
The criteria that must be met in order for a player to be eligible for a "SuperMax" extension and the details involved if a player signs this type of extension. Read More
2020-21 Salaries For 10-Day Contracts
How much is a 10-day contract worth in the 2020-21 season? Read More
The 2021 NBA Trade Deadline Report
The NBA trade deadline has come and gone and over the course of the week, 20 notable moves were made across the league. Here's a team by team breakdown of players out, players in and both the cap and cash ramifications for each player. Read More
NBA Trade Deadline Updates
Track all of the NBA moves as the 2020-21 trade deadline approaches, 3PM ET, March 25th. Read More
2021 NBA Trade Deadline
The 2021 NBA Trade Deadline is March 25th at 3:00pm. Follow all of the trade results and details as they happen. Read More
NBA Trade Deadline Primer
A deep dive from Keith Smith into each NBA roster as the trade deadline approaches, categorizing the availability of all notable players, those who appear to be off limits, & plenty more. Read More
Blake Griffin Dead Money & All-Time NBA Dead Cap Rankings
Blake Griffin has been waived by the Detroit Pistons and has agreed to a buyout. What does this mean financially and where does Blake Griffin rank in All-Time NBA Dead Cap? Read More
2021 NBA All-Star Team Financials
What does an NBA All-Star team look like when it is drafted and there is no salary cap? One team has a total cap of $357M and the other has a total cap of $286M. Read More
NBA All-Star Compensation
How much do the players selected to the All-Star Game, Rookie-Sophomore Game, and All-Star Skills competition make? Read More
2020-21 NBA Financial Preview
Just 9 weeks removed from the Lakers hoisting the trophy, the NBA is back. The quick offseason didn't deter teams from spending big, extending their own, and of course - trading superstars. We'll break down many of those figures here in our 2020-21 NBA Financial Preview. Read More
NBA Draft Recap Storylines
Philadelphia's big moves led the evening, while Detroit made a few surprise moves of their own. The Warriors made their pick, but more trouble looms, while the Celtics have bigger considerations on their plate post-draft. Read More
Track the 2020 NBA Draft
Track all of the selections of this year's NBA draft, including projected contracts, 2020-21 cap figures, & plenty more. Read More
2019-20 NBA Playoff Financials
A look at how the 16 NBA postseason teams allocated their money this year, and what their future looks like, including practical cap space, notable free agents, and players with options for 2021. Read More
Analyzing Betting Lines & DFS Candidates for each NBA Playoff Series
Mike Ginnitti & Scott Allen evaluate each NBA Postseason matchup, looking at spreads, over/under lines, parlay options, & plenty more. Plus, which players should fair well in Daily Fantasy settings. Read More
LISTEN: The New NBA Best Values, Christian Yelich's Settlement, & the Future of the Olympics
Scott Allen joins the show to discuss a new wave of Best Value players in the NBA, & why it's a different looking list than in past seasons. Plus, Christian Yelich gets a pay raise, but why his deal won't help his fellow baseball stars in the future. And, why professional athletes in the Olympics may be reaching a crossroads. Read More
LISTEN: NBA Buyouts, Fallouts, & Futures
Scott Allen joins the show to help us understand the process of buying a player out in the NBA, which players may be on the block, & which contenders stand to benefit from it. Plus, future odds for the East, West, Finals, & MVP race. Read More
LISTEN: Instant NBA Trade Breakdowns & Mookie on the Move with Cousin Dan
Scott Allen joins the show with an instant financial breakdown of the most notable NBA players who switched teams this week. Plus, Cousin Dan & Mike Ginnitti assess the 4-team, 10-player trade including Mookie Betts to the Dodgers (maybe). Read More
LISTEN: Remembering Kobe, the Business of Covering Tragedy, NFL Picks & Offseason Outlooks
A journey through the life of NBA Legend Kobe Bryant, & a discussion on how business & broadcasts react to such tragedy. Plus, numbers & picks for Sunday's big game, & offseason outlooks for the Bengals, Redskins, Lions, & Giants. Read More
LISTEN: Zion Futures & NFL CBA Restrictions in 2020
Mike Ginnitti breaks down what will be a very different NFL offseason thanks to the expiring CBA, including dead cap changes, contract structure restrictions & more. Plus, Scott Allen joins to break down a way too early look at the financial future of Zion Williamson. Read More
Trade Eligible NBA Players
A look at the NBA players that become trade-eligible on Sunday December 15th. These players were recently restricted from trade due to signing free agent contracts elsewhere this past July. Read More
Trade Destinations & Packages for Russell Westbrook
Paul George's exit out of OKC likely expedited a rebuild that the Thunder had been anticipating - just a few months earlier than expected. Next up most likely comes the departure of Russell Westbrook. We've broken down a few potential trade scenarios that work both financially, & from a basketball standpoint. Read More
Contracts & Destinations for Notable NBA Free Agents
Now that the draft has come and gone, the immediate focus for the NBA offseason turns to free agency, where we find a juicy list of big names ready to be wooed accordingly. We'll take a look at some of the bigger names, how much they're expected to cash in for, where they might end up, and more. Read More
NBA Max Contracts, Rookie Wages, & Free Agency
The NBA offseason is now in full swing, so it's a perfect time to take a deep dive into the numbers that go along with maximum contracts, SuperMax deals, projected terms for notable free agent, and estimated numbers for the 2019 Draft Class. Read More
Projected NBA Playoff Team Payouts
With the NBA Playoffs winding down, we'll take a quick look at the projected payouts for each postseason team in 2018-19. Since the official playoff bonus pool figure hasn't been released yet, we'll base these numbers off of last year's amount, which came in at $20M. Read More
2019 NBA Playoff Teams, Financially
Our look at the financial statuses for all sixteen 2018-19 NBA Playoff teams, including their current payrolls, starting 5 costs, upcoming draft picks, notable free agents, and more. Read More
Financially Breaking Down the NBA Trade Deadline
With the NBA trade deadline just hours away (3PM EST, February 7th), we'll begin to break down the numbers for each notable move, including current and future financial ramifications for all players & teams. Read More
5 Potential NBA Trade Deadline Moves
Our look at five potential NBA trades that may happen (but almost certainly never will) leading up to the February 7th trade deadline, including deals for the Pelicans, Lakers, Knicks, Bulls, and Mavericks - but not the ones you're likely thinking of. Read More
Monday Morning Financial NBA Round Up
Our Monday morning round up takes a look around the early NBA season, including what may come from tough starts in Houston & Washington, the future for LeBron's Lakers, and what the acquisition of Jimmy Butler means in Philly, now and later. Read More
Jimmy Butler's Next Contract & Trade Destinations
Jimmy Butler's asked for a trade, he's skipped practice, he's held out of preseason, and now he's taking nights off here and there to protest his current situation in Minnesota (though he'll tell you he's just tired). We discuss the money Butler is about to make in 2019, and a few trade destinations & scenarios. Read More
Financial Facts for NBA Trades, Free Agency, & the Draft
With the NBA now officially in offseason mode, we’ll take a quick look at some facts and figures for the upcoming draft, rookie contracts, trade math, restricted free agency period, & specific numbers for LeBron, Kawhi, & Kyrie. Read More
Keeping the Warriors Together
Keeping a super-team together for a stretch of time is becoming increasingly impossible in sports. But the Golden State Warriors appear poised to be the closest thing to a dynasty this generation might ever see. We break down their upcoming financial scenarios. Read More
Financial Futures for Five NBA Superstars
As the NBA Postseason begins to near the finish line, the discussions for most will turn to the offseason, where a handful of elite players will be forced into decisions regarding their immediate futures. We take a look at the numbers & logical assumptions for Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Chris Paul, Paul George, & DeMarcus Cousins. Read More
2017-18 NBA Opening Day Roster Payrolls
After an offseason that saw nearly 4 Billion in free agent signings and extensions, the 2017-18 NBA regular season is upon on us. We've broken down all active payrolls, showing how each team is spending their cap dollars positionally to start the year. Read More
Join our 2017-18 NBA Fantasy Contest
Create a 30-man roster, selecting 1 player from each NBA team, while keeping your total salary cap low for a chance to win $250 in cash prizes. This contest will run through the first half of the 2017-18 regular season (October 17, 2017 - January 7th, 2018). Read More
2017 NBA Offseason Financial Report
As the current NBA postseason nears a conclusion, we'll take a close look at the top stories forthcoming this offseason, including notable extension candidates, players with options, key free agents, and salary cap allocations & space for each team heading toward the summer. Read More
How the 16 NBA Playoff Rosters are Built Financially
With the NBA Playoffs now upon us we take a close look at how the active roster for each of the 16 postseason teams are broken down positionally. We've broken out combined cap dollars for Guards, Forwards, Centers, Starting Lineups and more. Read More
Assessing Dwyane Wade's Market Value
Dwyane Wade's contract demands and counter offers in Miami have ranged from $20M to $25M per year. We run the 34-year-old through our projection formula to assess his current market value as he nears a new contract. Read More
Kevin Durant's Money Gained & Money Lost
Kevin Durant's 2 year agreement to join the Golden State Warriors shook the sports world yesterday. We take a look at the money he's set to make in 2016, how much he left on the table by leaving Oklahoma City, and his contract scenarios for next year's free agent season. Read More
NBA 2016 Free Agent Moratorium
Negotiations between NBA teams and Free Agents run from July 1 through July 6. We'll track all reported free agent agreements here. Read More
Sixers Sign Simmons
Ben Simmons is the first player from the 2016 NBA Draft to sign his contract. Read More
Understanding LeBron James' Next Contract
LeBron James has officially opted-out of his player option for the 2016-17 season and has already come forward in declaring he's going nowhere. But just in case, our look at his salary options with or without the Cavaliers. Read More
The Top 2016 NBA Free Agents
With July 1st just days away the discussion turns away from last week's draft and immediately to the start of the free agent season. We'll take a look at a few notable free agents from each position group, and their financial projections. Read More
Sixers to select Simmons
Sixers have stated they will be selecting Ben Simmons with the 1st Overall. A look at Simmons' entry level financials and other first overalls since 2000 Read More
Rose to the Big Apple
Derrick Rose, Holiday are headed to New York in exchange for Lopez, Calderon and Grant Read More
Teague to Pacers, Hill to Jazz, Hawks 12th Overall
In a three-team trade leading up to the 2016 NBA Draft Atlanta picks up the 12th overall pick while Jeff Teague and George Hill will have new teams next season. Read More
Assessing 2016-17 Contract Statuses & Salary Cap Space for each NBA Team
With the offseason now here, teams will quickly shift focus to the upcoming July 1st free agency period. With option decision to be made, and a salary cap set to rise to $94M, plenty of money will be in motion in the next few weeks. Our look at each team's financial breakdown... Read More
NBA 2016-2017 Player Options
An already loaded 2016 NBA Free Agent class could become even more crowded with plenty of elite, notable players carrying options into the offseason. We're tracking all player, club, and mutual options along with the financial breakdowns here. Read More