Overview
- Nesmith’s deal is for two years and approximately $40.4 million with a trade kicker, running through the 2028–29 season.
- He remains at $11 million in each of the next two seasons before projected salaries of about $19.4 million in 2027–28 and $21 million in 2028–29.
- Indiana gave Nesmith the maximum allowed on a two-year extension after reportedly being able to offer up to three years and $62.9 million.
- Nesmith, 26, emerged as a top 3-and-D starter and shot 49.2% from three in the 2025 playoffs, the best mark ever for a player with 100+ attempts per ESPN.
- He was the No. 14 pick in 2020, arrived via a 2022 trade from Boston, and his new terms are viewed as team-friendly value that also keeps him a movable asset.