Bam Adebayo's $163 Million Heat Extension: A Breakdown
Key Details
In 2021, Bam Adebayo signed a five-year, $163 million extension with the Miami Heat. The deal reportedly includes a player option for the final year.
The extension is the largest in Heat history and makes Adebayo one of the highest-paid players in the NBA.
Cap Hit and Cash Value
Adebayo's cap hit for the 2022-23 season will be $30.1 million. His cap hit will increase to $33.3 million in 2024-25, $36.6 million in 2025-26, and $39.9 million in 2026-27.
Adebayo's total cash value for the extension is $141 million. He will receive $28.2 million in 2022-23, $31.2 million in 2023-24, $34.2 million in 2024-25, $37.3 million in 2025-26, and $40.4 million in 2026-27.
Player Option and Team Option
Adebayo has a player option for the 2026-27 season. He can opt out of the extension and become a free agent in the summer of 2026.
The Heat have a team option for the 2027-28 season. They can exercise the option to extend Adebayo's contract for one additional year at a salary of $42.7 million.
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