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Duke Basketball One-And-Done Secures Richest Contract in NBA History

Former Duke basketball star Jayson Tatum hit paydirt, and then some, with the Celtics.

Matt Giles

Duke basketball forward Jayson Tatum
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Duke basketball product and 2024 NBA champion forward Jayson Tatum has landed a five-year, $315 million supermax contract extension, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Monday. That makes the Boston Celtics sensation the recipient of the most lucrative contract in NBA history, $11 million more than co-star teammate Jaylen Brown inked last July.

Tatum, now 26 years old and already a five-time NBA All-Star, averaged 26.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 1.0 steals per game this past regular season before posting 25.0 points, 9.7 boards, 6.3 dimes, and 1.1 steals across 19 playoff outings. The Celtics' 64-18 record matched the 2021-22 Phoenix Suns for the most wins in a regular season this decade.

And the 6-foot-8 Tatum became an All-NBA First Team selection for the third year in a row.

The official Duke basketball account celebrated Jayson Tatum's gigantic deal with the following posted picture on social media, a throwback to his photoshoot with the Blue Devils as a five-star freshman out of St. Louis in 2016-17.

There's no telling what's next for the Boston Celtics' No. 3 overall draft pick from 2017, as he is now in the conversation for the title of being the most recognizable active NBA superstar under the age of 30.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of Duke Blue Devils on SI, North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining SI in 2022, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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