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Kentucky Wildcats lead list of highest-paid NBA players in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 7:03 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Kentucky Wildcats lead list of highest-paid NBA players in 2026

Summary

Former Kentucky Wildcats players dominate the NBA earnings rankings for 2026. With several alumni, including Karl-Anthony Towns, De'Aaron Fox, and Keldon Johnson, either competing in the NBA Finals or enjoying significant contracts, their collective presence is notable. Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is highlighted for his impressive performance and earnings potential. As many Wildcats players are on lucrative second or third contracts, this period marks a peak for the program's representation in the NBA.

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By the Numbers

•Kentucky Wildcats alumni are among the highest-paid in the NBA.
•Karl-Anthony Towns plays for the New York Knicks.
•De'Aaron Fox and Keldon Johnson are on the San Antonio Spurs.
•Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a former Cats player, leads in earnings.
•Many players are on substantial second or third contracts.

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7:03 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats collectively top list of NBA earners

What they're saying

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Many former Kentucky Wildcats stars are among the highest-paid NBA players in the league, and a new chart shows just that to be true.
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