Boston is 'headed toward' becoming the first $500 million roster in NBA history by the 2025-26 campaign. The team has seven rotation players under contract for at least the next two seasons and 11 players signed for the 2025-26 campaign for $225 million.
The projected payroll of approximately $233 million with a draft pick and minimum salaried players would put them $45 million over the luxury tax, resulting in a projected tax bill of $280 million, totaling a payroll of $513 million for the 2025-26 season.
Phoenix Suns are expected to have a record payroll over $400 million for the 2024-25 season but may not hold the record for long as the Boston Celtics would surpass it. Boston's ownership situation adds another dimension as the team's controlling stake is up for sale.
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