Sam Hauser Makes His Mark: From Undrafted to Big Bucks with the Celtics
The Boston Celtics are making serious waves this offseason, and their latest move involves rewarding a rising star – sharpshooter Sam Hauser. After clinching the NBA championship title, the Celtics secured Hauser's talent with a hefty four-year contract extension worth a total of $45 million, according to ESPN's insider Adrian Wojnarowski.
This is a significant development for Hauser, considering his journey to the NBA wasn't a traditional one. Drafted out of the University of Virginia, Hauser went
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undrafted in 2021. However, his talent caught the eye of the Celtics, who took a chance on him. That gamble has certainly paid off.
Hauser quickly established himself as a valuable asset for the Celtics. This past season, he proved his worth as one of the league's most accurate three-point shooters. He sank a staggering 42.4% of his three-point attempts, making a total of 465 shots from beyond the arc. This consistency earned him playing time in almost
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every regular-season game, and he even received starting nods in 13 games.
The new contract ensures Hauser's place with the Celtics for the next four years, keeping him on the team through the 2028-2029 season. Financially, it's a major step up for the 26-year-old forward. The deal guarantees him an annual salary of around $11 million.
While Hauser's contract extension isn't record-breaking itself, it does have a significant impact on the Celtics' finances. The team is already projected to have a hefty payroll exceeding the NBA's luxury tax threshold. According to Wojnarowski, the Celtics are looking at a projected payroll of a staggering $225 million next season, with an additional $210 million luxury tax penalty on top of that.
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Hauser's extension adds to this already hefty bill, pushing the Celtics' projected payroll for the 2025-2026 season even higher. Wojnarowski reports that the combined cost could reach a whopping $225 million, with a further luxury tax penalty of $210 million. This would make the Celtics' payroll the highest in NBA history, exceeding the league's "second apron" for a second consecutive year.
The Celtics haven't been shy about making big moves this offseason. Earlier in July, they secured Jayson Tatum with a record-breaking $315 million contract, showcasing their commitment to their star player. Additionally, they locked in another key player, Derrick White, with a $126 million contract extension on the same day.
With these strategic moves, the Boston Celtics are building a formidable team. Their core players are locked in for the foreseeable future, and their championship-winning roster just got stronger. The upcoming season promises to be an exciting one, as the Celtics aim to defend their title and solidify their dominance in the NBA.
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