What happened: ESPN's Shams Charania and Tim MacMahon reported Friday that George reached a five-year rookie-scale extension with Utah after months of offseason talks. The agreement is worth $157.5 million and does not include player or team options.
Why it matters: The move gives the Jazz cost certainty on a 22-year-old lead guard before the 2026-27 season and clears a major camp question. It also closes the offseason loop on George's extension negotiations as Utah tries to turn his breakout into a push toward playoff contention.
By the numbers: George averaged 23.6 points and 6.1 assists in 2025-26; the $157.5 million total works out to $31.5 million per season over five years.
What to watch: Watch for the formal signing and any follow-up roster moves as Utah builds around George ahead of camp.