Micić Tops EuroLeague Salaries with $6.5 Million Deal

Vasilije Micić of Hapoel Tel Aviv leads the EuroLeague's highest earners for the 2026-27 season, with his net salary estimated at approximately 5.6 million euros ($6.5 million). This figure may not represent his total earnings, as his contract, signed in 2025, includes potential bonuses and equity in the club. Micić is in the second year of a three-year deal through 2028, having chosen Hapoel despite interest from other major European clubs.

Another Hapoel Tel Aviv player, Elijah Bryant, is also among the league's top earners, though his exact salary is subject to varying reports. Some estimates place his earnings up to $5 million per season (around 4.33 million euros), while others suggest a range of 3 to 4 million euros.

The report from BasketNews highlights a significant increase in top salaries within the EuroLeague. Two years ago, only three players earned over 3 million euros annually, but this upcoming season, nearly ten players are expected to surpass that threshold. The highest salary in the league has jumped from approximately 3.7 million euros to 5.6 million euros in just two years. All reported figures are net amounts, after taxes, unlike typical NBA contracts which are often listed as gross.

The top ten earners list includes Nigel Hayes-Davis and Kendrick Nunn of Panathinaikos, among others, with salaries ranging from approximately 4.5 million to 5 million euros. Other notable players like Sasha Vezenkov and Mike James also feature in the top earners list.