Wembanyama signs contract with Spurs for five years, $252m: Report

Victor Wembanyama, the NBA's tallest active player, has committed to the San Antonio Spurs through a multiyear extension reported to be worth $252 million over five years, equating to $50.4 million annually. The agreement represents the NBA's maximum rookie-scale extension and includes a player option for the fifth season. Wembanyama announced his commitment via social media, stating his intention to remain with the franchise.

The 7-foot-4-inch centre, selected first overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, has established himself as an elite performer across his three seasons. He has averaged 23.4 points, 11 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 3.5 blocks per game throughout his career. This season, he achieved career highs of 25.0 points and 11.5 rebounds per game while finishing third in MVP voting. He earned Defensive Player of the Year honours and secured a first-time All-NBA first-team selection.

Wembanyama's shooting range extends to three-point territory, where he maintains a 34.2 percent career accuracy while averaging 2.2 made triples per game. He has led the entire league in blocks during each of his three seasons. The Spurs recently reached the NBA Finals for the first time during his tenure, though they fell to the New York Knicks in five games.

The Spurs roster includes guards De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Devin Vassell, along with forward Tobias Harris, who recently joined the team.