From the time the Thunder started to ascend, it was clear that Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren were likely going to be max players. And of course, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has turned into a no-brainer,

Technically speaking, neither Holmgren nor Banchero is actually eligible for the numbers they signed for. A four-year veteran, as both will be after this season when their new deals kick in, is eligible for a new contract at 25% of the cap that comes with 8% annual raises.

Breaking: Oklahoma City Thunder star and NBA champion Chet Holmgren has agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $250 million, agent Bill Duffy of WME Basketball told ESPN. pic.twitter.com/PsdxZq275C