The NBA free agency has never failed to live up to its hype. The surprise and the thrill once again took the centerstage with a whopping contract challenging reigning supremacy of a Golden State Warriors‘ star.

While many NBA veterans entering the $100 million club is a business usual in the NBA world, a young guard’s $200 million feat has astounded many.?

NBA free agency opens the door for a 23-year-old to dethrone Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry is one of the highest-paid players in the league. For a player of that caliber, it’s no wonder why the 4-time champion is capable of earning more than $50 million a year.

Nonetheless, another young guard has already taken over 2-time MVP for his fifth season.

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After his first unanimous MVP in 2016, Curry got a massive bag for a crucial role he continues to play for the Warriors. The 35-year-old was the first ever NBA player to sign a contract worth $200 million in the NBA back in 2017. Two championships later, Curry signed another $215 million extension in 2021.

In the very next season, he claimed his fourth ring with the Warriors. For a span of 2190 days or 7 years approximately, the sharpshooter was the highest-paid player in the NBA until a few hours back!?

Veteran point guard Tyrese Halliburton recently signed an extension worth $260 million for a span of five years. This now makes him the highest-paid player for the upcoming NBA season with $52 million. Stephen Curry is a few thousand short of Halliburton with $51,915,615.

Though the Warriors fans might not love this, Halliburton was on cloud nine!

Tyrese Halliburton reacts to the $260 million deal

A payday is always exciting for anyone. However, for Halliburton, this is a near-lifetime settlement. In just four seasons, the 23-year-old has managed to bag a hefty amount. The Pacers guard couldn’t control his excitement as he displayed it on Twitter:?

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Chef Curry managed to bag such a huge contract only after winning the 2015 championship, an MVP, and an impeccable 73-9 record in the 2016-17 season. Halliburton is yet to make such a huge impact though his gameplay last season was very promising.