Born on June 5, 1993, Royce O'Neale has carved out a niche for himself in the NBA as an elite 3-and-D wing player, earning recognition as one of the league's top role players. He is currently playing for the Phoenix Suns.
After going undrafted in the 2015 NBA Draft, O'Neale took his talents overseas, beginning his professional career in Germany with MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg during the 2015/16 season. There, he showcased his elite two-way abilities as a wing player for the first, averaging 8.1 points and 4.5 rebounds per game, laying the foundation for his future success.
O'Neale continued his European stint with Gran Canaria in the Liga ACB during the 2016/17 season, where despite limited playing time, he averaged 7.3 points and 4.8 rebounds per game and helped the team to secure a Spanish Super Cup victory in 2016.
In 2017, O'Neale found a place on Utah Jazz's summer league team, and he seized that opportunity, impressing coaches and management with his defensive tenacity and three-point shooting. The Jazz recognized his potential and signed him for the remainder of the season, where he quickly emerged as a key 3-and-D player.
O'Neale was an integral part of the Utah Jazz’s team success from 2018 to 2022. During the 2020/21 NBA season, Royce O'Neale started 71 games, averaging 31.6 minutes per game and contributing 7 points per game while shooting an impressive 38.5% from beyond the arc. His performance was crucial for the Jazz as they secured top seed in the Western Conference in the 2020/21 NBA season.
In June 2022, O'Neale was traded to the Brooklyn Nets, and then, his journey took another turn on February 8, 2024, when he was traded to the Phoenix Suns. Throughout his career, Royce O'Neale has solidified his status as one of the NBA's premier 3-and-D specialists and invaluable role players.
Royce O'Neale Contract Breakdown
| Season | Base Salary | SigningBonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2020-21 | $8,500,000 | - | $8,500,000 | - | $8,500,000 |
| 2021-22 | $8,800,000 | - | $8,800,000 | - | $8,800,000 |
| 2022-23 | $9,200,000 | - | $9,200,000 | - | $9,200,000 |
| 2023-24 | $9,500,000 | - | $9,500,000 | - | $9,500,000 |
How much is Royce O'Neale getting paid?
During the 2023/24 NBA season, Royce O'Neale is getting paid $9,500,000.
According to Sportrac, Royce O'Neale is on a four-year contract worth $36,000,000 guaranteed, with an average annual salary of $9,000,000.
How much does Royce O'Neale make in a minute?
Royce O'Neale’s salary for the 2023/24 season is $9,500,000. Now one year is known to have 525,600 minutes. If his total salary is divided by the number of minutes available in a year, then O'Neale makes around $18.07 in a minute.
Royce O'Neale Career Earnings
After the end of the 2023/24 NBA season, Royce O'Neale would have earned approx. $33 million in his NBA career earnings.
What are the terms of Royce O'Neale’s contract?
Royce O'Neale’s current contract does not have any terms in it. It is a four-year deal and he will become an unrestricted free agent after the 2023/24 NBA season.
How much of the Royce O'Neale contract is guaranteed?
Royce O'Neale will earn a guaranteed $36,000,000 in his current contract, an annual average salary of $9,000,000.
Royce O'Neale Contract History
These are all the contracts that Royce O'Neale has signed in his career till now.
July 19, 2017
Royce O'Neale inked a three-year $3.8 million rookie contract with the Utah Jazz.
January 19, 2020
Royce O'Neale agreed to a four-year, $36 million contract with the Utah Jazz.
FAQ's on Royce O'Neale Contract
A. O'Neale will earn a salary of $9.5million for the 2023/24 season.
A. Royce O'Neale is on a four-year $36 million contract with the Suns. He will be an unrestricted free agent in the 2024 offseason.
A. Roy O’Neale and Deborah Kingwood are the parents of Royce O'Neale.
A. Royce O'Neale was born in Kileen, Texas, U.S., to parents Roy O’Neale and Deborah Kingwood.
A. Royce O'Neale averaged 11.1 points, 6.9 rebounds and 4.1 assists through 55 games in the 2023/24 NBA season, as of February 2024.
A. Royce O'Neale is 30 years old, as of Feb 2024. He was born on June 5, 1993.
