Top 5 highest-paid shooting guards in the NBA for the 2025-26 season

The National Basketball Association (NBA) remains the richest and most popular basketball league in the world, featuring the best players from across the globe. With its ever-rising popularity, the league has seen player contracts and salaries reach unprecedented levels — and the upcoming 2025-26 season is setting a new financial benchmark.

Shooting guards, often the floor generals and playmakers of their teams, are among the highest earners. Here’s a look at the five highest-paid point guards entering the 2025-26 NBA season:

1. Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns) – $53,142,264

Devin Booker has cemented his status as the face of the Phoenix Suns, recently surpassing Walter Davis as the franchise’s all-time leading scorer. At just 28 years old, Booker is in his prime, combining elite shot-making with the ability to carry Phoenix’s offense. A four-time NBA All-Star, he continues to justify his massive contract as one of the league’s premier guards.

2. Zach LaVine (Sacramento Kings) – $47,499,660

Zach LaVine’s career has been marked by flashes of brilliance, though questions remain about his ability to translate talent into championship success. After memorable moments with the Chicago Bulls, he now suits up for the Sacramento Kings, where consistency will be key. At 30, LaVine faces pressure to deliver a strong 2025–26 season worthy of his hefty salary.

3. Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers) – $46,394,100

Donovan Mitchell has established himself as one of the NBA’s most explosive scorers, first with the Utah Jazz and now with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Known for elevating his game in the postseason, Mitchell’s playoff pedigree makes him one of the league’s most valuable shooting guards. His ability to dominate on the biggest stage justifies his place among the NBA’s highest-paid stars.

4. Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves) – $45,550,512

Widely regarded as the future face of the NBA, Anthony Edwards has quickly blossomed into a superstar. Already drawing comparisons to Michael Jordan, Edwards has evolved into a high-volume three-point shooter and recently led the league in three-pointers made. At just 24, he also became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 1,000 career threes — further proof of his rapid ascent.

5. OG Anunoby (New York Knicks) – $39,568,966

While OG Anunoby’s salary may surprise some, his value extends far beyond the box score. As one of the league’s most versatile two-way wings, he anchors the New York Knicks’ defense while providing reliable perimeter shooting. Though not a high-volume scorer, his defensive versatility and ability to guard multiple positions make him indispensable — and worthy of his spot among the top earners at his position.

Final Thoughts

From established superstars like Booker and Mitchell to rising phenoms like Edwards, these salaries highlight just how valuable shooting guards have become in today’s NBA.

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