Nikola Jokic Announces Contract Decision That Could Bring Historic Payday

Nikola Jokic has announced his decision to sign a contract extension with the Denver Nuggets next offseason, a move that could potentially make him the highest-paid player in NBA history. Despite turning down extensions in the previous two NBA offseasons, Jokic has expressed his desire to remain in Denver for the remainder of his career.

In a recent media day, he stated, "I'm going to sign next year, if they want me." This strategic decision to wait until next summer allows Jokic to become eligible for a five-year, $360 million supermax extension, which would surpass any existing record for the richest contract in NBA history. Jokic's performance on the court has been nothing short of exceptional, consistently finishing in the top-2 for NBA MVP voting and winning the award three times.

Over his career, he has demonstrated his versatility and dominance, averaging 27.7 points, leading the NBA in rebounds (12.9) and assists (10.7) per game in the previous season. As he prepares to kick off the 2026-27 regular season against the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 22, Jokic's decision to secure a historic payday sets the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable chapter in NBA history.