Giannis Antetokounmpo Contract

After losing to the Miami Heat in the 2nd round of the 2020 NBA Playoffs, Milwaukee Bucks came out of the Orlando bubble with massive doubts about the future of their superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Greek Freak had a historic 2019-20 individual campaign, becoming only the 3rd player to win both the Most Valuable Player and Defensive Player of the Year awards in one season.

With the Milwaukee Bucks struggling to reach the NBA Finals for the past 2 seasons, there were questions raised in the offseason as to what direction Giannis might take to enhance his legacy. There were multiple pundits, who felt that the 26-year-old had to leave Milwaukee to win that much-awaited 1st NBA Championship.

So with just 6 days to go before the start of training camp, Giannis Antetokounmpo put an end to all the rumors surrounding his future by signing a Supermax contract extension worth $228.2 million over 5 years.

This was the largest extension signed by the player in the history of the NBA eclipsing the 5-year $207 million deal Russel Westbrook signed to stay with the Oklahoma City Thunder back in 2017. The extension keeps the former MVP with the Bucks until the 2024-25 season with a player option to return for the 2025-26 season.

What is Giannis Antetokounmpo's Current Contract?

Giannis Antetokounmpo Contract Extension

Giannis Antetokounmpo's current contract with the Milwaukee Bucks includes a player option for the 2025/26 season which meant Giannis could have become an unrestricted free agent in the 2025 NBA off-season and leave the Bucks. Therefore, recognizing the significance of retaining their two-time MVP Giannis, the Bucks organization took some crucial steps to secure Giannis' long-term commitment.

The Bucks management orchestrated a trade for superstar Damian Lillard, showing their dedication to building a championship-caliber team around Giannis. These strategic moves by the Bucks management culminated in success on October 23, 2023, when Giannis officially inked a three-year contract extension valued at $175.88 million. This extension ensures that Giannis will remain with the Bucks until at least 2028.

How much of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s contract is guaranteed?

The complete sum of $228.2 million over five years along with the 15% trade kicker (if traded) is guaranteed to Giannis Antetokounmpo by the Milwaukee Bucks.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Contract History

How long is Giannis Antetokounmpo's Contract?

The Greek Freak signed a 5-year extension that will keep him with the Milwaukee Bucks until the 2024-25 season with a player option to return for the 2025-26 season. Antetokounmpo is the Bucks star player and it makes sense for the team to invest a great deal of money in him. With the right pieces around him and with a little luck injury-wise, the Bucks will always have a shot at winning the NBA title as long as he is on the team.

What was Giannis Antetokounmpo's highest contract?

The largest contract Giannis signed was the $228.2 million, five-year Supermax extension before the start of the 2020-21 season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo NBA Salary

Giannis Antetokounmpo's salary for the 2023/24 season is $45,640,084.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Career Earnings

After the end of the 2023/24 season, Giannis Antetokounmpo would have earned over $234 million from his NBA contracts. He has already extended his contract with the Milwaukee Bucks to three more years so he would earn a whopping $460 million by the end of the 2027/28 NBA season.