Oso Ighodaro and the Phoenix Suns are deep in talks right now, trying to hammer out a rookie contract extension before Monday’s deadline. The big man himself confirmed it after morning shootaround, saying, “We’ll see what happens in the next couple of days.” Talk about high stakes heading into the weekend!
The Clock is Ticking for Ighodaro’s Future
This isn’t just some casual chat. The pressure is on, big time. The deadline for rookie extensions is Monday, October 19. That’s *one day* before the entire 2026-27 NBA season officially tips off. You know what that means: we’re talking about a potential four-year, $92.8 million max extension for Ighodaro. That’s some serious cash! And if you’re wondering where Ighodaro stands, he’s made it clear he wants to stay in Phoenix, answering “For sure” when asked if he wants to remain with the team. Tonight’s final preseason game against the Utah Jazz is suddenly under a microscope, isn’t it?
82 Games, 65.3% Shooting: What Does Oso Bring?
Ighodaro, a second-round pick out of Marquette in 2024, is heading into his third NBA season. Last year, he played in all 82 regular season games, proving his durability and consistent presence on the court. He averaged 6.5 points on a ridiculous 65.3% shooting clip, grabbed 5.1 rebounds, and dished out 2.3 assists. At 6-foot-11 and 227 pounds, he is a significant presence down low. The Suns already guaranteed his $2.29 million for the upcoming 2026-27 season earlier this summer, so they’ve shown some commitment, but a max extension is a whole different ballgame from his current four-year, $7.8-million deal.
Tonight’s final preseason game against the Utah Jazz feels a lot bigger now with that Monday deadline looming. This isn’t just about a game anymore; it’s about whether Ighodaro locks in a massive $92.8 million payday and secures his future in Phoenix for years to come. Fans are going to be glued to those updates, waiting to see if a deal gets done before the NBA season kicks off Tuesday.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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