Tag: NBA Salaries

Ranking states by NBA player earnings: From Rhode Island to California

California is easily the most populous state in the country, so you would think it only makes sense that it’s also the one producing the most pro basketball players and thus the one getting more NBA salary revenue. Since 1990, which is as far as our …

California is easily the most populous state in the country, so you would think it only makes sense that it’s also the one producing the most pro basketball players and thus the one getting more NBA salary revenue. Since 1990, which is as far as our salary data goes back, California-born players have made a combined $8.582 billion in NBA salaries, more than New Yorkers (No. 2 in the salary ranking) and Texans (No. 3) together.

So it’s not just that California is heavily populated; it also has a pretty nice per capita presence in the league.

Below, we have ranked states from least NBA players’ earnings to most. As you will see, California is not the only one punching above its demographic weight.

Ranking: The biggest pay cuts in the NBA this season

HoopsHype ranks the biggest pay cuts taken by NBA players for the 2024-25 season, including Klay Thompson and Kyle Lowry.

There comes a time in every NBA star’s life when they have to take a pay cut from the star-level salary they were receiving.

An example from this upcoming season would be Klay Thompson, who is beginning a new chapter in his NBA career with the Dallas Mavericks. He will do so after accepting a substantial pay cut of over $27 million. Other veteran players nearing the end of their careers, such as Chris Paul and Kyle Lowry, will also see significant decreases in their earnings next year.

Look below at the players who took the largest pay cuts next season, 2024-25.

Ranking: The highest-paid players in Dallas Mavericks history

HoopsHype breaks down the 12 highest-paid player in the history of the Dallas Mavericks, led by Dirk Nowitzki and Michael Finley.

The Dallas Mavericks have been one of the most competitive teams in the modern era. Since Mark Cuban purchased the team in 2000, they have reached the playoffs 18 times in 24 years, including 12 straight appearances since his first full season as owner. They’ve also been one of the more aggressive spenders willing to sign or acquire players on big contracts.

Here is a list of the 12 highest-paid Mavericks players in franchise history.

Ranking: The highest-paid players in Philadelphia 76ers history

HoopsHype breaks down the 12 highest-paid players in the history of the Philadelphia 76ers, led by Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris.

The Philadelphia 76ers have been one of the more aggressive spenders in recent history. In their pursuit of a championship, they’ve paid top dollar to the best players they can get. Most of the highest-paid players in their history are all current players thanks to the rising salary cap.

Here is a list of the 12 highest-paid Sixers players in franchise history.

Ranking: The highest-paid players in Chicago Bulls history

HoopsHype breaks down the 12 highest-paid player in the history of the Chicago Bulls, led by Zach LaVine and Derrick Rose.

The Chicago Bulls are one of the league’s top legacy franchises thanks to their domination in the 90s. With the exception of Michael Jordan, nearly all of the highest earners in their history are contemporary players who made more money by virtue of playing in the higher salary cap era.

Here is a list of the 12 highest-paid Bulls players in franchise history.

Ranking: The highest-paid players in Miami Heat history

HoopsHype breaks down the 12 highest-paid player in the history of the Miami Heat, led by Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade.

The Miami Heat have only been around for 35 years but they’ve already experienced a lot more success than franchises that have been around longer. After 24 playoff appearances, 10 trips to the Eastern Conference Finals, and three titles in seven trips to the Finals, they’re on track to being a legacy franchise in the near future.

They also have a strong collection of all-time great players that are in the Hall of Fame or are projected to enter it. Here is a list of the 12 highest-paid Heat players in franchise history.

New York Knicks salary cap situation

All eyes are on the Knicks following up their signing of Jalen Brunson with a trade for Donovan Mitchell. That and a potential extension for RJ Barrett would take away their flexibility for 2023, but offloading Julius Randle could potentially get them back in the mix for cap space.

Key: • Player Option / • Team Option / • Partially guaranteed / • Non-guaranteed / • Two-way contract / • Expiring contact

Indiana Pacers salary cap situation

The Pacers currently have just under $30 million in cap space and could help facilitate one of the bigger unresolved trades this offseason. They are also projected to generate maximum cap space in 2023 as long as they don’t add more long-term salary.

Key: • Player Option / • Team Option / • Partially guaranteed / • Non-guaranteed / • Two-way contract / • Expiring contact