Overview
- Durant’s deal includes a 2027-28 player option and starts after 2025-26, bringing his contract to three years and $144.7 million.
- He accepted roughly $30 million below his eligible two-year max of about $120 million to support roster building.
- The extension pushes his projected NBA career earnings to approximately $598.2 million, surpassing LeBron James for the all-time lead.
- At age 37, Durant could sign only a two-year extension under the NBA’s over-36 rule.
- Cap projections indicate the sub-max figure helps Houston remain below tax apron thresholds and pursue a Tari Eason extension.