Contract updates from Durant, Kuminga, Moody, Sengun, Green and Gordon

Kevin Durant will not sign a contract extension before the regular season, despite becoming eligible for a one-year extension on October 21. While he enjoys playing for Phoenix and is open to future negotiations, the focus now is on another opportunity next season. Meanwhile, Jonathan Kuminga’s extension talks with the Warriors have stalled, meaning he will likely enter the season without a new deal. Moses Moody, on the other hand, has a better chance of securing an extension before the deadline. The Rockets have had fruitful talks with Alperen Sengun and Jalen Green, offering sub-cap contracts, while the Nuggets are in discussions with Aaron Gordon about a potential four-year extension.

By the numbers

• Durant could extend his contract by up to $59.5 million.
• Aaron Gordon is eligible for a four-year contract worth up to $143.3 million.
• Kuminga’s contract negotiations are “far apart,” pointing to a possible future of restricted free agency in 2025.

Yes, but

While there are opportunities for extensions, the deals are largely dependent on each player’s willingness to accept lower offers or bet on themselves for a bigger payout in the future. This uncertainty creates a high-stakes situation for both teams and players as they navigate contract negotiations.

State of affairs

• Durant’s focus is reportedly on landing a more lucrative deal this offseason, rather than agreeing to a fall extension.
• The Warriors evaluate each player’s performance before signing extension deals, especially with Kuminga and Moody.
• The Rockets have made sub-max offers to Sengun and Green, putting pressure on them to choose between financial security or testing free agency.

What’s next

Expect continued discussions leading up to the extension deadline, especially for Moody and Gordon. The likelihood of Kuminga seeing out the season without a deal could impact his performance, while Sengun and Green will need to carefully weigh their options as free agency approaches.

In short

Players are faced with crucial decisions about contract extensions, with consequences for their future. Teams like the Warriors and Rockets are navigating negotiations strategically, and how these players respond will determine their chances in both the short and long term.