Orlando Magic Secure Wendell Carter Jr. with $59M Extension

The Magic center's new three-year deal reflects a growing trend of players opting for contract extensions over free agency.

Wendell Carter Jr. has signed a three-year, $59 million contract extension with the Orlando Magic, securing his position with the team through the 2028-29 season.
Carter's extension includes a team option for the final year, and it builds on his existing contract, which was set to expire in 2026.
The NBA's new collective bargaining agreement facilitated the extension, allowing for higher salary percentages than the previous rules.
Carter, who averaged 11 points and 6.9 rebounds last season, has been a key part of Orlando's roster since being acquired from Chicago in 2021.
Despite a recent ankle sprain, Carter expressed his commitment to the Magic's long-term vision and the trust the team has in its young core.