NBA first-round rookie salaries aren’t truly “locked in,” but they do follow a predetermined scale. Each draft slot comes with a set salary figure—and teams can offer anywhere from 80% to 120% of that amount. Practically speaking, players almost always receive the full 120%.

Take Cooper Flagg, the projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft. He’s expected to earn around $13.82 million, $14.5M, $15.2M (team option) and $19.1M (team option) in his rookie season—which reflects that 120% max of the slot amount

Teams retain significant control during those latter two years—and they typically pick up the options. That means Flagg—or any first-rounder—can ride out a four‑year rookie deal under team control, unless the franchise decides otherwise.

Total Contract Value: $62M/4yrs
Wemby’s contract: $57M/4yrs
Back in 2020-21: $44M/4yrs
LeBron Rookie contract: $18M/4yrs

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