Ausar Thompson Gets a Whopping $155 Million Deal with the Pistons!
Ausar Thompson’s Big Payday
So, while the dramatic saga of Jalen Duren takes a nosedive into oblivion, Ausar Thompson is busy snagging a shiny new contract with the Detroit Pistons. That’s right, folks! The 23-year-old has sealed the deal with a five-year contract extension worth a jaw-dropping $155 million, as reported by the one and only Shams Charania from ESPN.
Defense Isn’t Just a Buzzword
This hefty paycheck isn’t just because Ausar is a nice guy; it’s reward for his stellar performance during the 2025-26 season. He made the first-team defensive squad and wound up third in the running for Defensive Player of the Year. Talk about stepping up!
Putting Up the Numbers
Last season, Thompson averaged 9.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 0.9 blocks per game. Not too shabby, huh? This guy is basically a Swiss Army knife on the court, providing defensive skills that are harder to find than a needle in a haystack in the NBA. Oh, and he tallied up the third most combined steals and blocks at a staggering 215!
Stepping Up in the Playoffs
But wait, there’s more! In the playoffs, Thompson cranked up the heat even further. Over 14 games leading up to the Eastern Conference semifinals, he averaged 8.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists, while also snagging 2 steals and swatting away 1.8 shots. He even became the first player since Anthony Davis in 2020 to record at least 25 steals and 25 blocks in a single postseason. Now that’s what we call making an impression!
Record-Breaking Brothers
With Ausar cashing in, there’s more exciting news on the familial front! He and his twin bro, Amen Thompson, who plays for the Houston Rockets, have officially entered the record books. Both have now raked in 100 million-dollar contracts in the NBA! Amen recently inked a deal for five years and $208 million, bringing their combined total to a mind-boggling $363 million. Who says twins can’t shine bright together?
