The NBA's anticipated 2025 free agent class has turned into a lesser narrative as many of its stars, including Jayson Tatum and Jimmy Butler III, opted for early contract extensions due to lucrative incentives from changes in CBA rules. Since 2022, 65 veterans have extended their contracts, resulting in a significant reduction in high-profile free agents. As over 100 players become eligible for extensions, including MVPs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic, the landscape of free agency is evolving, pushing more players towards guaranteed contracts rather than entering the market.
The NBA's 2025 free agent class was once expected to be historic, featuring stars like Jayson Tatum and Jimmy Butler, but many have opted for early contract extensions.
Changes in extension rules have led to increased financial incentives, prompting 65 veterans to extend their contracts since the 2022 offseason instead of entering free agency.
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