On court talent gets beat by on camera hot takes - How ESPN star Stephen A. Smith is out earning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Stephen A. Smith currently earns more than NBA champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with a $40 million salary compared to SGA's $38.3 million. However, Gilgeous-Alexander signed a supermax extension, set to begin in 2027-28, that will significantly increase his earnings. By 2030-31, SGA's salary will reach $78.8 million, potentially making him the highest-paid player in the league.
Stephen A. Smith currently earns more than NBA champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with a $40 million salary compared to SGA's $38.3 million. However, Gilgeous-Alexander signed a supermax extension, set to begin in 2027-28, that will significantly increase his earnings. By 2030-31, SGA's salary will reach $78.8 million, potentially making him the highest-paid player in the league.
