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Thompson twins become NBA’s highest‑paid brothers with $363 million extensions

Amen Thompson and Ausar Thompson each inked five‑year extensions—$208 million with Houston and $155 million with Detroit—making them the NBA’s highest‑paid twin duo at $363 million.

Amen and Ausar Thompson have become the first brothers in NBA history to each sign a contract extension worth at least $100 million, marking a new financial milestone for sibling athletes.

Ausar secured a fully guaranteed five‑year, $155 million deal with the Detroit Pistons, while Amen agreed to a five‑year, $208 million extension with the Houston Rockets, reflecting the clubs’ long‑term commitment to the twins.

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Together, the extensions bring the Thompson twins’ combined career earnings to $439 million, establishing them as the highest‑paid twin pair in NBA history.

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Why This Matters

The contracts set a precedent for sibling players negotiating elite salaries, underscoring the NBA’s willingness to invest heavily in young, high‑potential talent. The deals also affect team salary‑cap planning and could shape future negotiations for other high‑profile athletes.

Reporting based on verified dispatches from The Sunday Guardian. View primary release ↗
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