Low salary and high energy! Take a look at the most valuable signings during the offseason!

In the NBA world, contract value has never been just a digital game, but behind it is the fate of the team, the future of players and the wisdom of management.

The maximum salary contracts for top stars seem to be the most expensive, but under today's labor-management agreements, many people are considered undervalued. Suppose that if the market is truly open and the salary cap is lifted, the annual salary of stars such as James, Jokic, and Durant will definitely reach a terrifying number at their peak.

However, the rules stipulate that the maximum salary can only be 35% of the salary cap, so these superstars are limited to a price of around 50 million. It is precisely because of their existence that the salaries of middle-class players have been pushed up.

Therefore, for a team, finding those good value for money is the real key to winning. Especially under the rules of the second rich line, many teams are almost equivalent to being forced to face a hard salary cap, and any premium contract may ruin the team's dream of winning. Below, we will take a look at the best contracts in the league from the team's perspective:

Payton Pritchard (Celtics)

Contract: 4 years and $30 million (3 seasons remaining)

The Celtics gave Pritchard an early contract renewal, which happened to catch up with his outbreak. He scored 255 three-pointers last season, making the top five in the league, with a shooting percentage of nearly 41%.

For a backup guard, this is almost the ceiling of the character's offense. Especially with Tatum being injured and Holiday trading, he is likely to get a starting opportunity in the new season, and the team may witness this small contract inspire greater value.

Austin Reeves (Lakes)

Contract: 4 years, $53.8 million (26-27 season player option)

The Lakers took the lead in renewing Reeves in the summer of 2023. Now it seems that this contract is a treasure. After the season, the 14.8 million player option will almost certainly jump out of the season and pursue a new contract that doubles.

But at present, the Lakers are enjoying the performance of the core three leaders at the bargain price. As for the future? The renewal price must be not low, which is enough to show that Reeves has already made a fortune.

Deni Avdia (Trail Blazers)

Contract: 4 years, $55 million (3 seasons remaining)

Last year, the Trail Blazers exchanged two first-round picks for Avdia. At that time, many people thought it was a gambling, but now, he may be the team's most stable asset. 206's height, skillful ball control and organizational ability advantages, with a three-point shooting percentage of 36.5% last season, which is already considered a qualified external line.

More importantly, his contract is a decreasing contract, and his annual salary in the last year was only 11.8 million US dollars, which is almost equivalent to the bargain price. At the age of 27, he is completely likely to grow into the core of the future in Portland.

Kobe White (Bulls)

Contract: 3 years, $36 million

White played a highlight in his first season of renewal, becoming an indispensable puzzle on Chicago's reconstruction. His speed and shooting advantage are well matched with the Bulls' fast-paced play, but the problem is: his defensive link is still weak. The league is not optimistic about the shooting guard with poor defense, which also makes his market prospects full of unknowns. He wants an annual salary of 30 million, but it is still doubtful whether the Bulls are willing to match? The next year will be a key window for the game between the two sides.

Kean Ellis (King)

Contract: 3 years, $5.5 million

As the 2022 draft, Ellis' growth is inspiring. He played 80 games last season, with a three-point shooting percentage of 43.3%, and his defensive end value is also online.

The King had the opportunity to renew his contract in advance, but they chose to wait. But the problem is that although such players cannot get maximum salary in the free market, they are basically inevitable to be robbed. Judging from his skills and strength, he has the conditions to become a high-quality asset, and whether the king can keep him smoothly will be a test for the management.

Ivica Zubac (Clippers)

Contract: 3 years, US$58.6 million

The Clippers renewed Zubac early, and the result was that this signing was a bet. This season, not only was he selected as the best defensive front, but he also showed great power in the offensive end and Harden's pick-and-roll cooperation. He almost hit the center template to the extreme with the frame protection, rebounding, and eating cakes.

What's more, at the age of 28, he is in his peak period, with an annual salary of less than 20 million yuan, which is almost out of print conscience contract in the league. For the Clippers, it is definitely the cornerstone choice to support the team's future.

Aron Nesmith (Pacers)

Contract: 3 years, $33 million

In the Brogdon transaction case, the Pacers chose to take over Nesmith, which was once regarded as an additional bargaining chip to fill the vacancy at that time. But the former lottery show unexpectedly rejuvenated in Indiana and became the most reliable 3D wing option.

Last year, the Pacers entered the finals, and he played a key role in both offense and defense. Especially on the defensive end, they are often sent to guard against opponents' arrow characters. As the contract year approaches, his data may explode again, which is both a win-win situation and a challenge for the Pacers.

Alperen Shinkyung (Rocket)

Contract: 5 years, US$185 million (4 years remaining)

The total price seems to be high, but Shinkyung's average annual salary is 37 million, which is actually a top-notch and cost-effective contract.

Shin Kyung, who is only 23 years old, is responsible for the end of the inside and is also the core passer to develop the offense. In the Uduka system, he has become the Rockets' offensive engine and has made significant progress on the defensive end.. As the salary cap rises, this contract is destined to be a great value contract in the next few years.

Jaylen Brunson (Knicks)

Contract: 4 years, $156 million (3 years remaining)

Brunson's contract is 113 million less than his maximum salary, which directly helps the Knicks free up space to build a championship lineup. The team reached the Eastern Conference Finals in the first season, and Brunson also proved that he was the top 15 stars in the league, but his salary was only 46th.

Now the Knicks have left a core team and bet on the next few years, either winning the championship or rebuilding, and Brunson's contract can be regarded as a key bargaining chip that determines fate.

Jaylen Johnson (Hawks)

Contract: 5 years $150 million

Before the shoulder injury, Jaylen was once considered the All-Star level. The average salary for the new contract is 30 million, which will inevitably be a conscience price in the future salary cap environment.

Good figure, athletic ability, offense and defense, and can be regarded as the cornerstone core of the Eagles' future team building. The only problem is projection stability, but the age of 23 means there is still room for unlimited growth in the future.

Aron Gordon (Nuggets)

Contract: 4 years, $133 million

When looking at the numbers, you may feel expensive, but Gordon's value is far beyond the contract. His chemical reaction with Jokic is the Nuggets' most stable offensive and defensive fulcrum.

The three-point shooting percentage last season was as high as 43.6%, the real shooting percentage was 64.8%, and the offensive efficiency was overwhelming. Although the offensive burden has declined on the defensive end, it is still stable and reliable. If the Nuggets want to continue to maintain their championship strength, Gordon is an indispensable part.

Luganz Dort (Thunder)

Contract: 5 years, $82.5 million (2 years remaining)

Dolt relies on defense to become the top ranks of the league. He can not only lock the opponent's star guards one-on-one, but also misplaced the big man in the frontcourt. He was also selected as the best defensive team last season.

And his annual salary is only 18 million, almost a bargain player among defensive experts. Against the background of Alexander, Homegren and Jaylen Williams' gradual maturity, Dort's role is no longer a tactical puzzle, but he can be regarded as the guardian of this young team's culture.

Herbert Jones (Pelicans)

Contract: 5 years, $97 million,

Faced with the issue of renewal, the Pelicans did not hesitate at all and directly locked in the defensive player with a contract worth nearly 100 million yuan.

Jones can chase, grab and make up, and is one of the few full-game-covering defenders in the league. Although the Pelicans' future lineup is still not clear enough, whether it is Zion or other young newcomers, they need Jones's off-ball running and defensive blue-collar cornerstone partner.

Shay Gilgers Alexander (Thunder)

Contract: 6 years, $364 million,

Also don't be scared by the amount. Alexander is currently one of the few stars in the league who are undervalued even if their maximum salary is still underestimated. This season, he ranks 35th in the league in salary, but his influence on the court has firmly ranked among the strongest back line in the league.

Thunder Ting was willing to give him a contract with an average salary of 71 million yuan, which was actually just just reasonable. But for such superstars, any contract is not a premium contract.

Nicolo Jokic (Nuggets)

Contract: 5 years, $270 million (2 years remaining)

Like Alexander, Jokic is also a player bound by salary cap. As the league's first center, two-time MVP, and championship MVP, Jokic's existence is the guarantee of the championship.

Even the most expensive contract in history, Jokic's value is still far beyond paper numbers. As long as he can stay healthy, he will be the Nuggets' signature. If he signs a contract renewal of nearly 300 million in the future, it will also be worth the ticket price.