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Devin Booker Signs Suns Extension With NBA’s Largest Annual Salary

The two-year, $145 million agreement cements Booker’s role as Phoenix’s focal point following a major roster overhaul.

Apr 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images/File Photo
Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns reacts during an NBA game in April 2025
Not everyone is happy about Devin Booker's historic contract extension with the Phoenix Suns.

Overview

  • Booker will earn $72.5 million per season, the highest average annual extension salary in NBA history.
  • The new pact extends his Suns tenure through 2029-30, bringing his total commitment to five years and $316 million.
  • Owner Mat Ishbia and Booker finalized the deal during a private Las Vegas meeting on July 10.
  • Phoenix reshaped its squad this summer, trading Kevin Durant for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and rookie Khaman Maluach.
  • Booker has averaged at least 25 points over seven straight seasons and holds the Suns’ franchise scoring record.