NBA superstar Kevin Durant is, beyond doubt, one of the best forwards the league has ever seen. While KD was an instrumental member of the Dubs dynasty, he is now aiming to create a similar legacy with the Phoenix Suns. Amid all speculations regarding the player, exactly much is Kevin Durant making from his current NBA contract?
A two-time NBA champion, Durant is already an all-time great. Fans across the globe have marveled at KD’s scoring prowess time and again. The 14-time All-Star has gloriously excelled with his national team as well, and his international trophy cabinet is one too gilded. With a FIBA World Cup title and 3 Olympic Gold medals to display, KD has had one stellar international career. But it is his time with the Golden State Warriors that saw the forward win back-to-back NBA Championship titles.
Named Finals MVP in both, KD was the ultimate driving force alongside Stephen Curry, who propelled the Warriors to their title glories. Since his move to the Brooklyn Nets, Durant has signed a massive $194.2 million extension. Now playing for the Phoenix Suns, exactly how much is the NBA star earning? Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of Kevin Durant’s contract and salary details.
Current Contract Breakdown
Kevin Durant is currently on a massive four-year contract. On August 8, 2021, KD signed a four-year, $194.2 million contract extension with the Brooklyn Nets that would see the player earn $189,078,320 guaranteed and an average salary of $48,554,830 per annum.
Kevin Durant (via ESPN)In the current 2023-24 season, Kevin Durant is set to earn a base salary of $46,407,433. The cap hit is set at $47,649,433 and the dead cap value is $46,407,433 per Spotrac. KD was previously on an aggregate trade restriction until April 9, 2023.
Out of the total $6,274,400 variables, Durant will get his per-season incentives if his team makes the playoffs, wins at least 43 games, he makes 39 appearances or makes it to the All-Star team. KD will become an Unrestricted Free Agent in 2026.
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | GTD AT SIGN | SIGNED USING | FREE AGENT |
| 4 yr(s) / $194,219,320 | $48,554,830 | $189,078,320 | Maximum Extension/Bird | 2026 / UFA |
Kevin Durant’s Salary Breakdown
Kevin Durant (via Imago)- Current Salary: $46,407,433
- Salary Per Month: $3,867,286
- Salary Per Game: $565,944
- Salary Per Minute: $11,791
Kevin Durant’s Previous Contracts and Salaries
Kevin Durant was drafted into the NBA in 2007 as the second overall pick by the then-Seattle SuperSonics (Oklahoma City Thunder). Since then, Durant has played for the Thunder, Golden State Warriors and Brooklyn Nets. On February 9th, 2023, Durant was traded to the Phoenix Suns where he is now starring.
Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant (via Imago)Here is a comprehensive list of all of Kevin Durant’s previous contracts in the NBA.
2022 – 2022 Brooklyn Nets (retained)
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | SIGNED USING |
| 1 yr(s) / $28,399,610 | $28,399,610 | Retained |
2019 – 2022
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | GTD AT SIGN | SIGNED USING | FREE AGENT |
| 4 yr(s) / $164,255,700 | $41,063,925 | $159,955,700 | Maximum | 2023 / UFA |
2018 – 2019
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | GTD AT SIGN | SIGNED USING | FREE AGENT |
| 2 yr(s) / $61,500,000 | $30,750,000 | $61,500,000 | Free Agent/Non Bird | 2019 / UFA |
2017 – 2018
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | GTD AT SIGN | SIGNED USING | FREE AGENT |
| 2 yr(s) / $51,250,000 | $25,625,000 | $51,250,000 | Free Agent/Non Bird | 2018 / UFA |
2016 – 2017
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | GTD AT SIGN | SIGNED USING | FREE AGENT |
| 2 yr(s) / $54,274,505 | $27,137,253 | $54,274,505 | Maximum/Cap Space | 2018 / UFA |
2011 – 2015
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | GTD AT SIGN | SIGNED USING | FREE AGENT |
| 5 yr(s) / $89,163,134 | $17,832,627 | $89,163,134 | Rookie Maximum Extension/Bird | 2016 / UFAÂ |
2007 – 2010
| CONTRACT | AVG. SALARY | SIGNED USING |
| 4 yr(s) / $19,505,783 | $4,876,446 | Entry Level/Rookie |
FAQs
Q. Which franchise drafted Kevin Durant in the NBA?
The then-Seattle SuperSonics drafted Kevin Durant in the 2007 NBA Draft.
Q. How old is Kevin Durant?
Kevin Durant is 35 years old.
Q. Which team does Kevin Durant play for now?
Kevin Durant plays for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA.
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