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

Brooklyn Nets salary cap situation

The Nets are in a holding pattern given the uncertain future surrounding Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. If they remain and are bought in, they actually have a strong roster with nice fits that would justify their nearly $100 million luxury tax payment.

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

Cleveland Cavaliers salary cap situation

The Cavaliers are $13 million below the luxury tax with a full roster but still have to resolve Collin Sexton’s restricted free agency status. After extending Darius Garland, they also have extension decisions to make on Caris LeVert and Kevin Love.

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