This week, Stefan Bondy (NY Post) speculated about Jalen Brunson’s possible contract extension.
The NBA is poised to sign an enormous $76 billion media rights deal, with about half of that revenue going to players. leading to significant salary increases. Per Bondy, the salary cap is expected to rise by the maximum allowable 10% annually starting with the 2025-26 season. The figure will likely surpass $200 million by the decade’s end. This is expected to push annual salaries over $100 million, and contracts could reach $600 million.
Brunson, the Knicks’ brightest star, is eligible for an extension this summer.