Tari Eason received a four-year, $100 million contract extension offer from the Houston Rockets before the 2025-26 season but opted for a five-year, $81.5 million deal in restricted free agency, which includes more guaranteed money, a player option, and a 10% trade kicker. The 17th overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft from LSU, Eason is recognized as a strong perimeter defender. Last season, he averaged 10.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists over 60 games, shooting 35.8% from three-point range. Eason is represented by Thaddeus Foucher and Chafie Fields.
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Tari Eason Signs $81M Contract After $100M Extension Offer Declined
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