After a career season statistically in 2025-26, Naji Marshall has nearly doubled his salary with a new three-year deal i Via @TheSteinLine on X

What happened: Marshall entered the final season of his original three-year contract with a $9.4 million salary due in 2026-27. The new agreement follows his

Why it matters: The commitment keeps Marshall alongside Cooper Flagg after Dallas resisted trade interest in the versatile swingman. It also resolves a potential 2027 free-agency decision.

By the numbers: Marshall averaged 15.2 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.3 assists across 74 games in 2025-26 while shooting 51.0% from the field. The extension averages $17.4 million annually, about 85% above his scheduled 2026-27 salary.

What to watch: Marshall will enter the 2026-27 season as a secured piece of the roster around Flagg.

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