Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is about to enter the final year of his rookie contract. The Thunder can offer him a max contract extension this summer, and the two parties will have to decide whether that’s in their mutual best interests.
Here’s a look at some of the mechanics of this decision and what else could be decided this summer:
Is Shai Worth a Max? And Does it Matter?
What exactly is a max-contract player?
At Shai’s seniority, he could qualify for a contract up to 25% of the salary cap. If he reaches the All-NBA team next year he’d be eligible for more money (up to 30% depending on which All-NBA team he made).