Wembanyama signs rookie max; Leonard trade remains paused

The NBA aims to close its inquiry before next season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 251 min read

What happened: Victor Wembanyama’s new contract is a rookie-scale maximum extension. Kawhi Leonard’s transaction cannot be completed while the NBA investigation remains open.

Why it matters: The extension gives Wembanyama long-term certainty entering 2026-27. The delay leaves Leonard’s offseason status unsettled pending the inquiry’s outcome.

By the numbers: Wembanyama’s extension is worth $252 million over five years.

What to watch: The NBA’s findings and any subsequent movement on the Leonard transaction are the next developments to watch.

Sources

Yahoo Sports 2026-07-25T15:37:34.869977+00:00

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