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Nikola Jokic plans to delay new contract for max money extension

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 9:36 PM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Nikola Jokic plans to delay new contract for max money extension
Summary

Nikola Jokic is opting to postpone signing a new contract in order to potentially secure an additional year of maximum salary. Currently, Jokic has one guaranteed season remaining on his contract, with a player option valued at approximately $62.8 million for the 2027-28 season. Sources indicate that this decision is financially driven, aiming for an extra $80 million in his deal. The context suggests Jokic is weighing the benefits of maximizing his earnings ahead of his next contract.

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Key Details
  • •Nikola Jokic intends to wait before signing a new contract
  • •He seeks to add a year of maximum salary
  • •One guaranteed season left on current contract
  • •Player option for 2027-28 season worth $62.8 million
  • •Potential contract extension could total approximately $80 million
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  • 9:36 PMYahoo Sports — Nikola Jokic wants to wait to sign new contract so he can add another year of max money
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Nikola Jokic wants to wait to sign new contract so he can add another year of max money

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