The Phoenix Suns have committed to Devin Booker with a significant contract extension that will keep him with the team through the end of the decade. This deal comes after the team parted ways with Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal during the offseason, making Booker the clear centerpiece moving forward. His new contract reflects the Suns’ confidence in him as a franchise cornerstone.
Contract Details Highlight Booker’s Status Among NBA’s Top Earners
Booker’s extension spans two additional years, tying him to the Suns until at least 2030. According to Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report, by the 2030-31 season, Booker is projected to be among the NBA’s top 10 highest-paid players. For the upcoming season, Booker will earn $53.1 million, with the option to stay for 2029-30 at approximately $68.8 million if he chooses to exercise his player option.
The Suns have struggled in recent years, and while Kevin Durant and Bradley Booker are no longer on the roster, Booker was rewarded with a hefty long-term extension. As a four-time All-Star who reached All-NBA First Team status in 2021-22, Booker is paid like he’s one of the best players in the league,
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Whether or not that’s the case, Phoenix must believe it. Booker can opt out early from his deal, potentially re-signing for up to about $70.7 million for 2029-30. For now, pencil him in just below that mark with one of the richest individual seasons on any team’s books.
Comparison to Other Top NBA Salaries
Booker’s deal places him just beneath a notable group of NBA stars who are among the highest earners. The players with higher salaries include Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder ($70.3 million), Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum (both around $70.7 to $71.4 million), Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic ($71.4 million), Cleveland Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell ($71.7 million), Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo ($71.7 million), and Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic ($71.9 million). This context emphasizes Booker’s elite financial status within the league.
Preparing for the Upcoming Season and Beyond
At 28 years old, turning 29 in October, Booker is now entering the prime years of his career with the security of a lucrative contract. He and the Suns are currently enjoying the final stretch of summer before opening training camp next month. The Suns’ preseason began October 3 with a game in Palm Springs, California, setting the stage for the new season with Booker as the focal point.